Weeknight Recipes

Weeknight cooking should be easy and exciting—and that’s exactly what we’re all about here at PWWB. These are our tried-and-true weeknight recipes: quick, practical, and packed with bold, satisfying flavor.

Most come together in 45 minutes or less, thanks to pantry staples, fresh seasonal produce, and smart shortcuts. You’ll find everything from sheet pan dinners to one-skillet meals—all designed to help you get a delicious dinner on the table without the stress.

15 Minutes or Less

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An overhead shot of cooked dumplings and bok choy drizzled with sauce on a white plate on a beige surface. A pair of chopsticks sits alongside the plate, along with dishes of sesame seeds and dumpling sauce.
15-Minute Pan-Fried Dumplings with Bok Choy
An overhead shot of five assembled chicken tacos and bowls of taco meat and salsa on a white scalloped oval platter atop a white marbled surface.
Once-A-Week Ground Chicken Tacos (15 Minutes)
A blue speckled plate with creamy chicken salad mixed with herbs and chopped celery, served with lettuce, crackers, and a yellow pepper. A fork is on the side of the plate.
Zingy Herbed Chicken Salad (The Best Chicken Salad You’ll Ever Eat)

15 Minutes or Less

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An overhead shot of cooked dumplings and bok choy drizzled with sauce on a white plate on a beige surface. A pair of chopsticks sits alongside the plate, along with dishes of sesame seeds and dumpling sauce.
15-Minute Pan-Fried Dumplings with Bok Choy
An overhead shot of five assembled chicken tacos and bowls of taco meat and salsa on a white scalloped oval platter atop a white marbled surface.
Once-A-Week Ground Chicken Tacos (15 Minutes)
A blue speckled plate with creamy chicken salad mixed with herbs and chopped celery, served with lettuce, crackers, and a yellow pepper. A fork is on the side of the plate.
Zingy Herbed Chicken Salad (The Best Chicken Salad You’ll Ever Eat)

30 Minutes or Less

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An overhead shot of sliced chicken katsu on a light teal plate alongside a small dish of katsu sauce, mac salad and white rice. The plate sits on a light grey textured surface alongside a bowl of furikake.
Mom’s 25-Minute Crispy Chicken Katsu (Japanese Fried Chicken Cutlets)
An overhead shot of a green bowl of salmon red curry served over white rice. The bowl sits on a white surface alongside dishes of cilantro and green onion, an orange cloth, and several lime wedges.
30-Minute Thai-Inspired Red Curry Salmon
A bowl of tortellini Caesar salad with cheese tortellini, romaine lettuce, shaved parmesan, red onion, croutons, and Caesar dressing, garnished with cracked black pepper.
Weeknight MVP Tortellini Caesar Salad (25 Minutes)

30 Minutes or Less

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An overhead shot of sliced chicken katsu on a light teal plate alongside a small dish of katsu sauce, mac salad and white rice. The plate sits on a light grey textured surface alongside a bowl of furikake.
Mom’s 25-Minute Crispy Chicken Katsu (Japanese Fried Chicken Cutlets)
An overhead shot of a green bowl of salmon red curry served over white rice. The bowl sits on a white surface alongside dishes of cilantro and green onion, an orange cloth, and several lime wedges.
30-Minute Thai-Inspired Red Curry Salmon
A bowl of tortellini Caesar salad with cheese tortellini, romaine lettuce, shaved parmesan, red onion, croutons, and Caesar dressing, garnished with cracked black pepper.
Weeknight MVP Tortellini Caesar Salad (25 Minutes)

Seasonal Staples

In-season ingredients shine in these weeknight staples—fresh, bright, and perfectly suited for the start of the warmer months.

An overhead shot of sheet pan salmon and asparagus with smashed potatoes fills a large metal sheet pan that sits atop a creamy white textured surface. The baking sheet pan is surrounded by a small white ceramic bowl filled with lemon dill yogurt sauce, a blue and white stripped linen napkin, and a small white plate of ground black pepper.
Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus with Crispy Smashed Potatoes & Lemony Dill Yogurt Sauce
Mascarpone pasta shown in a speckled ceramic bowl, topped with sliced almonds and parmesan cheese. The bowl sits atop a white surface with a gold fork nestled into the pasta, next to a striped blue linen napkin & a small bowl of grated parmesan.
Springtime Mascarpone Pasta with Chicken & Asparagus
Finished spring chicken and dumplings fill a dark blue Staub cocotte. The cocotte sits atop a creamy white textured surface and is surrounded by a blue and white striped linen napkin and fresh herbs.
Springtime Chicken & Dumplings with Hella Fresh Herbs
An overhead shot of falafel meatballs in a pink bowl with arugula, rice, halved tomatoes, tahini sauce, feta, cucumbers, pickled red onions, and a piece of pita bread. Bowls of pickled onions, tahini sauce, feta, salt and pita sit alongside it on a white textured surface. A pink cloth and a fork and knife sit next to the bowl.
Juicy and Tender Turkey Falafel Meatballs
An overhead shot of the baked lemon chicken skillet atop a white marbled surface, with browned chicken breast, chopped asparagus, artichoke hearts and garlic. The skillet is topped with fresh basil leaves and lemon wedges, and surrounded by glasses of white wine and a loaf of crusty bread on a wooden cutting board.
Skillet Lemon Butter Chicken with Artichokes & Asparagus
An overhead shot of a chicken shawarma bowl on an off-white surface alongside a patterned blue cloth, lemon wedges, shawarma sauce, and fresh herbs.
Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Shawarma Bowl with Turmeric Rice

Fuss-Free Tacos

Easy tacos for Taco Tuesday and beyond. Build your dream combo and don’t skimp on the toppings—they’re the best part!

A silver fork scoops up shredded chipotle honey chicken on a small silver baking sheet a top a light blue textured surface. The shredded chicken is garnished with fresh chopped cilantro. A halved lime slice rests on the chicken and a few springs of fresh cilantro rest on the surface in the foreground.
Easy Honey Chipotle Chicken Tacos
Three crispy black bean tacos rest atop a white ceramic plate. One of the tacos is torn in half. Taco toppings surround the tacos including lime wedges, guacamole, and pickled red onions. Loose cilantro leaves, and a blue and white striped linen napkin surround the plate while the plate sits atop a creamy white textured surface.
Crispy Black Bean Tacos
A chicken al pastor taco on a speckled ceramic plate, topped with thinly sliced jalapeno & cotija cheese. The taco is surrounded by 3 other al pastor tacos, a small bowl of mashed avocado, fresh cilantro leaves & lime wedges.
Easy Sheet Pan Chicken al Pastor
An overhead shot of three assembled black bean tostadas on a parchment-lined white sheet pan on a light grey surface. The tray is surrounded by dishes of avocado crema, chopped cilantro, and lime wedges.
Black Bean Tostadas with Charred Corn & Avocado Crema
Chicken carnitas rice bowl, with rice, beans, guacamole, shredded radishes, winter citrus pico de gallo. The bowl sits atop a white surface, next to a pink linen napkin, small bowls of winter citrus pico de gallo & shredded radish, & a glass of sparkling water with lemon & grapefruit wedges in it.
Sheet Pan Crispy Chicken Carnitas with Winter Citrus Pico de Gallo
A blue plate filled with baked crispy chicken tacos topped with pickled onions, jalapeños, and cilantro, garnished with lime wedges. Surrounding the plate are bowls of lettuce, guacamole, sour cream, and salsa.
Baked Crispy Chicken Tacos

Restaurant-Worthy Weeknight Pastas

These weeknight pastas come together fast, but taste like you’ve been slow-simmering all day. Cozy, comforting, and surprisingly low effort.

An overhead shot of pesto pasta topped with whipped ricotta and pine nuts in a large white bowl atop a white surface. A striped cloth and dishes of ricotta and fresh basil sit alongside the bowl.
Restaurant-Worthy Pesto Pasta with Whipped Ricotta
An overhead shot of a serving of spicy vodka pasta in a shallow white bowl on a white tablecloth. A second bowl of pasta, a side salad and a plate of garlic bread sit alongside the pasta.
25-Minute Spicy Pasta alla Vodka (From-Scratch & Fuss-Free!)
Two servings of sausage and peppers pasta served in white bowls are garnished with grated parmesan cheese, crushed red pepper flakes, and fresh chopped herbs. The bowls sit atop a white and gray marble surface with a blue and white striped linen napkin tucked underneath. Two metal forks and a small wooden pinch bowl filled with crushed red pepper flakes rest alongside the bowl at center.
Spicy Italian Sausage and Peppers Pasta
An overhead shot of a serving of bucatini all'amatriciana in a stoneware bowl on a white marbled surface. The bowl is surrounded by a second bowl of pasta, a beige cloth, a glass of white wine and dishes of parmesan and parsley.
Bucatini all’Amatriciana (25 Minutes)
A dark blue ceramic plate topped with bucatini carbonara garnished with ground black pepper, fresh lemon zest, arugula, and freshly grated parmesan cheese sits atop a gray and white marble surface. The plate rests atop a blue and white striped linen napkin with a gold spoon and fork resting on the plate and tucked into the pasta. Loose grated parmesan, fresh lemon wedges, and a small speckled ceramic bowl filled with fresh grated parmesan rest on the surface near the plate.
Pasta Carbonara
An overhead shot of a large pot filled with weeknight bolognese topped with fresh basil & grated parmesan cheese. A wooden serving spoon is tucked inside of the pasta. While two small pinch bowls filled with parmesan cheese & red pepper flakes, a bunch of fresh herbs, & a blue & white striped linen napkin rest alongside the pot on a creamy white surface.
Weeknight Bolognese

Takeout-Inspired Classics

Skip the delivery app—these takeout-inspired stir fries and staples are faster, fresher, and way more flavorful made at home.

Sweet & sour pork plated with white rice. The plate sits atop a light blue surface, next to a striped black linen, a small dish of thinly sliced green onion, & a second plate of sweet & sour pork.
Mom’s Sweet and Sour Pork Stir-Fry
Finished beef vegetable stir fry fills a black Zwilling Madura Nonstick Skillet. The beef and vegetables are glossy with a coating of homemade stir fry sauce. The skillet sits atop a creamy white textured surface with a light gray linen napkin tucked underneath. A white Chinese soup spoon rests inside of the skillet for serving, while a small white plate filled with sliced green onion and small gray speckled ceramic bowl filled with rice rest alongside. The stir fry is garnished with toasted sesame seeds.
Heavy-on-the-Veggies Beef and Vegetable Stir Fry
Beef and broccoli stir fry served over white rice fills a ceramic bowl. A fork with a wooden handle rests inside of the bowl and the bowl sits atop a creamy white textured surface. The bowl is surrounded by a small plateful of toasted sesame seeds, another bowl of beef broccoli stir fry served over rice, and a blue and white striped linen napkin.
Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
An overhead shot of stir fried vegetable noodles on a white stoneware plate on a white marbled surface. The plate is surrounded by a wok of noodles and a small blue dish of sliced green onions.
Mom’s Takeout-Worthy Vegetable Stir Fried Noodles (20 Minutes)
Top down photo of Hawaiian-style pork chow fun in a grenadine colored Staub cast iron wok. The wok sits on a light blue surface with a light blue linen napkin tucked underneath. The chow fun is garnished with sesame seeds and there is a Chinese spoon resting in the dish.
Mom’s Chow Fun (Hawaiian-Style Pork Chow Fun)
An overhead shot of orange chicken stir fry in a stainless steel skillet atop a pink textured surface. The skillet is surrounded by dishes of orange juice, sesame seeds, cooked white rice, and pepper flakes on a pink textured surface.
Sticky-Sweet Orange Chicken Stir Fry (30 Minutes)

Craveable Dinner Bowls

Build-your-own bowls to match any craving. They’re hearty, colorful, and perfect for busy weeknights or make-ahead meals.

An overhead shot of an assembled fajita bowl on a light pink plate atop a striped cloth on a light grey surface: avocado crema, fajitas, lettuce, corn, pico de gallo, rice and black beans, topped with cilantro.
30-Minute Chicken Fajita Bowls with Avocado Crema
An overhead shot of sliced bulgogi steak in a bowl with cabbage, cucumber kimchi, and white rice. A bowl of sesame seeds and a jars of kimchi, sliced green onions and cucumber kimchi sit alongside it.
Beef Bulgogi Bowl with Tender Steak and Rice
An assembled greek chicken bowl sits on a small plate atop a white surface with a white cloth. A pita and gold fork rest alongside the bowl, and a bowl of avocado tzatziki is on the counter beside it. A bowl of feta, jar of pickled onions, fresh dill, & lemon can be seen in the background.
Greek-Inspired Chicken Bowls with Avocado Tzatziki
Chicken Shawarma Hummus Bowl with quinoa, cucumbers, pickled red onion, shredded cabbage, & naan bread shown in a speckled gray ceramic bowl. The bowl sits atop a creamy cement surface, surrounded by lemon wedges, fresh basil leaves & a small bowl of pickled red onions.
Easy Hummus Bowls with Chicken Shawarma (or Veggie Shawarma!)
A bowl of grilled chicken strips over rice noodles, topped with peanut sauce, chopped peanuts, fresh basil, mint, sliced carrots, cucumber, and yellow bell peppers, with a gold fork and knife beside the bowl.
Grilled Chicken Spring Roll Bowls with Peanut Sauce
An overhead shot of a fish taco bowl with seasoned cod, rice, cabbage, red onion, guacamole, pico de gallo, and poblano ranch in a shallow stoneware bowl atop an orange tiled surface. Bowls of taco toppings sit alongside the bowl.
30-Minute Fish Taco Bowls with All the Fixings

Make it a Meatball

Easy, unexpected, and full of flavor, these meatball dinners are anything but boring.

An overhead shot of falafel meatballs in a pink bowl with arugula, rice, halved tomatoes, tahini sauce, feta, cucumbers, pickled red onions, and a piece of pita bread. Bowls of pickled onions, tahini sauce, feta, salt and pita sit alongside it on a white textured surface. A pink cloth and a fork and knife sit next to the bowl.
Juicy and Tender Turkey Falafel Meatballs
An angled shot of spaghetti and chicken meatballs in red sauce in a white shallow bowl atop a white marbled surface, surrounded by salt and pepper, a plate of bread and a glass of red wine.
Extra-Juicy & Tender Baked Chicken Meatballs with Ricotta Cheese
An overhead shot of turkey meatballs on a bed of pasta with pesto sauce on a white scalloped plate, garnished with basil leaves and shaved parmesan. The plate sits on a grey textured surface alongside a second dish of pasta, dishes of parmesan, pine nuts, basil leaves and tomatoes.
Juicy Baked Pesto Meatballs (Turkey or Chicken)
An overhead shot of a serving of chicken piccata meatballs on a bed of spaghetti noodles on a white stoneware plate atop a striped cloth on an off-white surface.
Juicy and Tender Lemon Chicken Piccata Meatballs
Red curry meatballs fill a large gray Staub cast iron skillet that sits atop a creamy white textured surface. The meatballs have been garnished with fresh basil and cilantro. A wooden serving spoon rests inside of the skillet and the skillet is surrounded by fresh basil leaves, a small wooden pinch bowl filled with chopped cilantro, and a small white plate topped with sliced lime. A light off white linen napkin is tucked underneath the skillet at center.
Thai-Inspired Red Curry Meatballs
Soy-glazed ginger meatballs plated in large ceramic bowl over rice with roasted broccoli. The meatballs are garnished with sesame seeds & sliced green onions, & a fork is nestled into the rice. The bowl sits atop a creamy cement surface, surrounded by a striped linen napkin & a small wooden bowl of sesame seeds.
Soy-Glazed Ginger Turkey Meatballs

Simple Weeknight Sides

These quick, unfussy sides are fresh, balanced, and the perfect pairing for richer mains.

A fresh arugula salad with shaved Parmesan, pine nuts, and a light green dressing is served on a white plate with a fork. The salad is garnished with cracked black pepper.
Everyday Arugula Side Salad with Lemon Basil Vinaigrette (15 Minutes)
An overhead shot of Caesar salad on a white scalloped plate atop a white marbled surface.
Perfect Classic Caesar Salad (15-Minute Side for Pasta, Pizza, and More!)
An overhead shot of a mixed green side salad on a white scalloped plate atop a white surface.
Fresh Mixed Greens Side Salad (for Steak, Pasta, & More!)

Simple Weeknight Sides

These quick, unfussy sides are fresh, balanced, and the perfect pairing for richer mains.

A fresh arugula salad with shaved Parmesan, pine nuts, and a light green dressing is served on a white plate with a fork. The salad is garnished with cracked black pepper.
Everyday Arugula Side Salad with Lemon Basil Vinaigrette (15 Minutes)
An overhead shot of Caesar salad on a white scalloped plate atop a white marbled surface.
Perfect Classic Caesar Salad (15-Minute Side for Pasta, Pizza, and More!)
An overhead shot of a mixed green side salad on a white scalloped plate atop a white surface.
Fresh Mixed Greens Side Salad (for Steak, Pasta, & More!)

Step-By-Step Videos

Cook along with Jess! These step-by-step videos walk you through easy, reliable dinners from the PWWB kitchen.

Greek Chicken Bowls with Avocado Tzatziki
Spicy Italian Sausage & Peppers Pasta
One-Pot Shoyu Chicken

All Weeknight Recipes

A bowl of Thai red curry with chicken, colorful bell peppers, fresh herbs, and sliced red chili peppers served over white rice. Lime wedges and herbs are on the side. Hands-Free Poached Red Curry Chicken Thighs
An overhead shot of steamed baby bok choy on a white oval platter atop a white surface. Dishes of sesame seeds and sliced green onions sit alongside the platter. Everyday Sautéed Baby Bok Choy (10 Minutes)
A blue and white plate filled with stir-fried garlic noodles, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. A pair of wooden chopsticks is lifting some noodles from the plate. Mom’s Crazy-Good Garlic Noodles (25 Minutes)
A bowl of creamy poblano corn chowder topped with grilled corn, crumbled cheese, fresh cilantro, and a sprinkle of spices. A gold spoon rests in the bowl, with lime wedges and a small dish of seasoning nearby. Creamy Poblano Corn Chowder with Chorizo
A bowl of creamy potato soup topped with shredded cheese, crispy bacon bits, chopped green onions, and a dollop of sour cream, served in a brown ceramic bowl on a white surface with a knife nearby. Next-Level Creamy Potato Soup with Bacon and Cheddar
A bowl of white rice topped with stir-fried chicken, red, yellow, and green bell peppers, red onion, sesame seeds, and sliced green onions, with chopsticks resting on the side. Mom’s 25-Minute Sweet & Sour Chicken Stir Fry (No Deep Frying!)
A white plate of spicy rigatoni pasta with tomato sauce, kale, sausage, and grated cheese, garnished with basil leaves. Surrounding the plate are small bowls of grated cheese, pepper, red pepper flakes, and a glass of red wine. Dangerously Good Spicy Rigatoni with Sausage and Calabrian Chilis (35 Minutes)
A plate of creamy Christmas fettuccine garnished with fresh parsley and sprinkled with black pepper, served with a gold fork and spoon on a patterned cloth. Nancy Meyers’ Christmas Fettuccine (Just Like ‘The Holiday’!)
A bowl of creamy baked butternut risotto topped with shaved parmesan and fresh herbs sits on a green-patterned plate, next to a green napkin, a glass of white wine, and a small dish of cracked black pepper. Hands-Free Baked Butternut Squash Risotto (No Stirring!)
A close-up of a plate of orzo pasta with roasted butternut squash, greens, and herbs. White text over the dish reads, what to eat in november. What to Eat in November: 10 Easy Dinners with Peak-Season Produce
A bowl of creamy pot pie pasta with pappardelle noodles, shredded chicken, peas, carrots, and topped with grated cheese and chopped herbs. Two wooden-handled serving utensils rest on the side of the bowl. Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Pasta with Pappardelle 
A bowl of buffalo white chicken chili topped with sliced jalapeños, crumbled cheese, tortilla chips, guacamole, celery, hot sauce, and fresh cilantro, with a bottle of Franks RedHot sauce in the background. Thick & Creamy Buffalo Chicken Chili with Beans & Beer
A bowl of hearty soup with ground sausage, white beans, kale, carrots, and broth, topped with grated cheese. Slices of bread and a drink are nearby on a marble surface. A spoon rests in the bowl. Cozy Butternut Squash and Sausage Soup with White Beans
A close-up of a fall salad with kale, roasted squash, pine nuts, shaved cheese, and breadcrumbs, overlaid with bold white text reading what to eat in october. What to Eat in October: 10 Best Fall Recipes for Cozy Nights
A green baking sheet with baked pierogis, sliced sausage, roasted cabbage, lemon wedges, and a small bowl of creamy dipping sauce garnished with chopped herbs. A serving fork and spoon rest on the tray. Easy Sheet Pan Pierogi with Kielbasa and Cabbage
An overhead shot of teriyaki chicken and veggies served on a bed of rice and garnished with green onions and sesame seeds on an off-white plate with wooden chopsticks. The plate sits on a white marbled surface alongside a blue cloth and a small dish of green onions. Sheet Pan Teriyaki Chicken Bowl with Roasted Veggies
An overhead shot of teriyaki chicken garnished with sesame seeds and green onions on a white plate atop a white marbled surface. The plate is surrounded by dishes of rice, green onions, and teriyaki sauce. Mom’s Sticky-Sweet Baked Teriyaki Chicken Thighs (30 Minutes)
A side shot of a spoon drizzling teriyaki sauce into a labeled glass jar atop a white marbled surface. garlic, ginger, and bowls of ingredients can be seen in the background. Mom’s Homemade Teriyaki Sauce (15 Minutes)
A plate of rigatoni pasta coated in creamy red pepper sauce, garnished with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese, with a fork resting on the side. 25-Minute Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta (No Heavy Cream!)
A baking sheet filled with cheesy baked lasagna, cut into squares. Some pieces are being served, showing stretchy melted cheese, tomato sauce, and dollops of creamy spinach ricotta on top. A red and white towel is beside the tray. No-Fuss Vegetarian Sheet Pan Lasagna