27 Lazy Sunday Dinner Ideas

These lazy Sunday dinner ideas feed 6 or more people, use common ingredients, are family-friendly, and take 10 minutes or less to prep.

Family dinner calls for an easy recipe with common ingredients that will feed a crowd and please even picky eaters. On Sunday nights, put a good meal on the dinner table that the entire family will love.

The best Sunday dinner ideas are classic comfort food with simple ingredients. All of these recipes feature short ingredient lists and take very little time to prepare.

The best part of a lazy Sunday dinner is having leftovers. Each recipe makes 6 servings.

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"Lazy" to me means...

• Easy-to-find ingredients
• Short ingredient list
• Few steps
• Short prep time (10 minutes or less of prep)

30-Minute Meals

Looking for something fast? Spend less time cooking with one of these lazy Sunday dinner recipes

4-Ingredient Mac and Cheese

This 4-ingredient mac and cheese is a simple stovetop recipe made with macaroni elbows, heavy cream, cheddar cheese, and American cheese.

Chicken Burrito Skillet

This chicken burrito skillet dinner comes together in one pan to make a quick, easy, and healthy dinner the whole family will love. Servings: 6

One Pot Pasta

Delicious vegan one pot pasta that’s ready in under 30 minutes, no boiling water or straining required. Servings: 6

Lasagna Soup

Easy lasagna soup recipe with rich marinara, lean beef, and bow tie pasta. Make lasagna soup in 30 minutes via Instant Pot or stove. Servings: 11

Pasta

Pasta dishes are great for family dinner because they're easy to make, they often have a large number of servings, and they're relatively affordable to make.

Instant Pot Cheeseburger Macaroni

Instant Pot Cheeseburger Macaroni is an easy recipe the whole family will love. It's cheesy and beefy and it's even better than Hamburger Helper.

No-Boil Mac and Cheese

This no-boil mac and cheese recipe is extra-cheesy and super creamy, made with Velveeta, shredded cheddar cheese, and shredded mozzarella.

One Pot Italian Sausage Rigatoni

This creamy one pot rigatoni recipe is a family favorite, made with Italian sausage, diced tomatoes, marinara, spices, parmesan cheese, and cream. This recipe makes a chunky, meaty tomato sauce. Servings: 6

Slow Cooker Meatballs With Ravioli

Slow cooker meatballs with ravioli is an easy meal requiring very little preparation. Soft pillows of ravioli and meatballs in red sauce. Servings: 8

Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore

Chicken cacciatore is an easy Italian slow cooker recipe that is hearty, tasty, and perfect for family dinners. Includes keto/low-carb options. Servings: 6

One Pot Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta

This one pot sun-dried tomato pasta recipe is made with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, heavy cream, and parmesan for an easy weeknight dinner.

One-Pan and One-Pot Recipes

The perfect meal does exist! One-pan recipes and one-pot meals mean one thing: easy cleanup.

Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs

Sheet pan chicken thighs is convenient and easy to assemble and bake all in one meal made from affordable pantry staples. Servings: 6

Oven-Roasted Sausage and Potatoes

Simple and delicious, this one-pan oven-roasted sausage and potatoes recipe is filled with onion, sweet Italian sausage, bell peppers, and baby potatoes. Servings: 12

Cheesy Potato Skillet Bake

This cheesy potato bake is made with cheddar, gouda and pimento cheese in one skillet. Servings: 8

Chicken Pot Pie Casserole

Part pot pie, part chicken and dumplings. Chicken Pot Pie Casserole is an easy to prepare meal that will leave nobody hungry. Servings: 12

Stuffed Peppers Skillet

Get all of those flavors you love in this easy to make Italian Sausage Stuffed Peppers Skillet that’s ready in 30 minutes! This is a one-pan meal. Servings: 6

Crockpot Meals

Crockpots cook low and slow so you can set it and forget it. Spend more quality time with the family and less time in the kitchen. Pick your featured meat as the main dish and let the side dishes fall into place.

Crockpot Hamburger Hashbrown Casserole

This easy Crockpot hamburger hashbrown casserole is made with ground beef, frozen hash browns, sour cream, and cheddar cheese.

Mississippi Pot Roast

This Mississippi pot roast is fall-apart tender, easy to prep, and incredibly flavorful. Recipe includes oven and slow cooker instructions. Serve with mashed potatoes. Servings: 6

Crockpot BBQ Chicken with Italian Dressing

This slow cooker BBQ chicken with zesty Italian dressing is made with just three ingredients. Perfect for BBQ sandwiches or sliders.

Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork

Make pulled pork in your slow cooker. Add barbecue sauce and you have a delicious pulled pork sandwich. Servings: 8

Slow Cooker Lamb Shoulder

This slow cooker lamb shoulder is moist and tender. With just five ingredients you can throw it on in the morning for a easy fuss free dinner.

Slow Cooker Swiss Steak

This Slow Cooker Swiss Steak with tomatoes (smothered steak) is the ultimate comfort food and dump and go recipe. Servings: 6

Soup Recipes

Soup can be served as a side dish or served as the main meal.

Tortellini Chicken Soup

This tortellini chicken soup recipe is made in the slow cooker with simple, easy ingredients. Servings: 4–6.

Instant Pot Tortellini Soup

This Instant Pot tortellini soup with sausage and spinach is a classic creamy soup that only takes 30 minutes to make.

15 Bean Instant Pot Soup

This is a vegan and gluten-free 15 bean soup made in the Instant Pot with Hurst beans. Servings: 8

Minestrone Soup

Minestrone Soup is a copy cat Olive Garden recipe that is a perfect family-friendly meal hearty enough for even the biggest appetites. Servings: 4–6

Build-Your-Own Dinner Night

When you want to accommodate a variety of dietary needs and preferences, build-your-own meals are the way to go. Everyone can pick and choose exactly what they want. Try tacos, burritos, sandwiches, and more.

Refried Black Bean and Cheese Tacos

These easy refried black bean and cheese tacos feature a spicy and smoky black bean filling with crunchy red cabbage, creamy avocado, and fresh cilantro. Servings: 8

Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos

This 4 Ingredient Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos recipe makes a deliciously easy meal for those busy nights. Servings: 10

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