Save time in the kitchen with delicious and these minimal clean up dishes.

Nothing can get rid of the midweek blues better than a warm,comforting dinner.

It takes less than 30 minutes to whip up and relies on grocery list staples.

Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs

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Creole flavors season the ingredients, while chicken and Conecuh sausage ensure a hearty meal.

The addition of pasta makes it a nutritious weeknight meal option.

Chicken Bog

This old-fashioned recipe has been filling up Southerners for decades.

Southern Living Ground Beef and Potatoes in a skillet ready to serve

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Chicken and rice are equal power players in the dish, while vegetables and garlic add even more flavor.

White Bean-and-Chard Soup

This white bean soup will warm you up any night.

Clove and thyme add bursts of flavor to the white beans and bacon.

Chicken And Sausage Jambalaya

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A couple spoonfuls of cornmeal will help thicken it up perfectly!

Spinach Ravioli Lasagna

This top-rated lasagna uses convenient ingredients for your quickest, easiest one-pot dinner yet.

Pesto, Alfredo sauce, Italian cheeses, and spinach join cheese-filled ravioli for a creamy, melty bake.

slow cooker chicken soup

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Chicken-and-Green Chile Enchiladas

These enchiladas are so versatile, making them a go-to recipe year-round.

This will add a beautiful depth and richness to this creamy Cajun chicken alfredo.

Buffalo Ranch Chicken-Broccoli Casserole

Skip wing night and opt for this tangy casserole instead.

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You prepare everything in a skillet on the stove top before popping it in the oven.

Instant Pot White Chicken Chili

A chili recipe that’s ready in 45 minutes?

We’ll take that any night of the week.

One Pot Chicken Fajita Pasta

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It covers all of your bases, and the kids love it just as much as the adults!

Slap the crust in a cast iron skillet and fill it up with the comforting chicken filling!

If you don’t own a multi-cooker, this recipe also easily comes together in a slow cooker.

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It’s great for leftovers later in the week.

Slow-Cooker Cheddar Soup

This cheddar soup may take classic chicken noodle’s spot in your soup ranking.

Lightened-Up Chicken-Broccoli Casserole

Chicken and broccoli are a no-brainer pair.

Chicken Bog

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A few simple spices cover the beef brisket before it rests in the slow cooker.

Parmesan cheese also adds just the right amount of bite and saltiness to this creamy go-to weeknight dish.

Sloppy Joe Casserole with Dinner Rolls

This kid-approved classic dish just got a mom-approved, one-dish upgrade.

Spaghetti Casserole

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Now it’s possible for you to enjoy all its comforts in casserole form.

White Bean-and-Chard Soup

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Skillet Pork Chops with Apples and Onions

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Chipotle Chicken Tacos - Southern Living

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Classic Beef Chili - Southern Living

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Chicken-and-Collards Pilau

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Easy Pasta Recipes: Spinach Ravioli Lasagna

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Chicken-and-Green Chile Enchiladas

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Old-Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings

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beef and broccoli stir fry

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Skillet-Toasted Gnocchi with Peas

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Sloppy Joe Casserole

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One-Pot Cajun Chicken Alfredo

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Buffalo Ranch Chicken-Broccoli Casserole

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Instant Pot White Chicken Chili

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Pasta-Chicken-Broccoli Bake

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Instant Pot Creamy Root Vegetable Soup

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Chicken Thighs with Carrots and Potatoes

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Southern Living Skillet Chicken Pot Pie with Puff Pastry in the dish with a serving out beside it

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Instant Pot Mississippi Pot Roast

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Mushroom and Thyme Chicken-Broccoli Casserole

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Slow-Cooker Barbecue Pork

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Slow-Cooker Cheddar Soup

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Lightened-Up Chicken-Broccoli Casserole

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Slow-Cooker Chipotle Brisket Sliders

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Crispy Onions and Parmesan Chicken-Broccoli Casserole

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Sloppy Joe Casserole with Dinner Rolls

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Chicken Tortilla Casserole

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