44 one-pot meals

Easy one-pot recipes

Spicy meatball pan lasagne

Pre-seasoned meatballs make the perfect base for this easy, one-pot cheat's lasagne. Look for chilli and herb-flavoured meatballs for extra oomph.

Healthy one-pot chicken

A twist on a classic pot roast, this healthy chicken dish is infused with aromatic flavours, from the umami of miso to the grassy freshness of pak choi. Serve it up on Sunday for an alternative roast to feed the family. We've got plenty more healthy chicken recipes to try.

One-pot smoky pancetta pasta

Entertaining doesn't get easier than this – fry the pancetta to release the smokiness, then everything else simmers together.

Vegan one-pot: golden onion and spring veg pilaf

Add lots of colour to your midweek dinners with this nourishing vegetarian one-pot, with greens and spiced with cumin, cardamom, turmeric and ground coriander. Next, try our aubergine pilaf with crispy halloumi.

Sweet potato and coconut tray curry

This easy vegan one-pot sweet potato curry makes for a hassle-free dinner. The toasted coconut and coriander topping takes the flavours up a notch. Discover more vegetarian curry recipes.

One-pan sausage pasta

Rigatoni and sausage is a classic combo but any short pasta will work for this magic one-pot, ready in half an hour. See more easy one-pot pasta recipes.

Quick vegetarian one-pot: white bean and spring green one-pot

One-pot dishes aren't just for the colder autumn and winter months. This recipe is light and packed full of fresh spring flavours. What's more, it's ready in just 30 minutes and is under 300 calories.

Chicken stew with parmesan dumplings

This creamy, herby chicken stew is sure to become your next family favourite – don't forget the homemade parmesan dumplings on top.

Spanish one-pot: baked chorizo orzo with hake

Check out our easy baked orzo with spicy chorizo and flaky hake fillets. This simple but filling one-pot is an impressive midweek meal ready in under an hour, plus it's low in calories. Use up the rest of your packet of pasta with more of our best orzo recipes.

Versatile one-pot: meatball stew with coriander chutney

Try this versatile one-pot dinner, made rich with homemade meatballs and vibrant with coriander chutney. More meatballs recipes here.

Fish one-opt: Spiced cod one pot

The best thing about this cod one-pot? There’s only one pan to wash up! When buying the cod, opt for farmed fish or line-caught Pacific cod, which is certified by the Marine Stewardship Council. Try more cod recipes.

Vegan orzo one-pot with dill yogurt

Toasting the orzo brings out its nutty flavour, which goes really well with the gentle spices in this dish.

One-pot ravioli: creamy lemon and spinach ravioli

Ready in a flash, this creamy pasta one-pot uses shop-bought ravioli as a base for a nutritious vegetarian meal for two.

Cajun one-pot: Chicken and chorizo jambalaya

Serve this warming pot of chicken and chorizo jambalaya over the weekend. If you’re short on time, use a ready-made soffritto mix in place of the onion and celery. If you've got leftover chorizo, check out our chorizo recipes.

Low-calorie one-pot: lamb and spinach bulgar wheat

This skinny lamb and spinach bulgar wheat pilaf is ready in 30 minutes, under 500 calories and packed full of flavour.

Italian one-pot: chicken, red pepper and olive cacciatore

This summery Italian one-pot is easy to make and freezes brilliantly, plus, it's low calories and gluten free. The recipe is easily halved if you only want to serve three or four people. See more of our favourite Italian recipes.

Paprika chicken one-pot

Try this winning chicken dinner one-pot served with potatoes or rice for mopping up the smoky sauce.

Machboos (Omani chicken one-pot rice)

Recreate the warming, spiced Omani rice and chicken dish that is cooked in one pot to cut down on cooking time and maximise flavour.

Autumnal one-pot: 'Nduja pepperonata stew

This one pot dish has it all: mild sweetness from the slow-cooked peppers, spicy sausage and creamy mozzarella. Serve with crusty bread or buttered orzo and you’re good to go. If you've got extra 'nduja, check out our best 'nduja recipes, including salads, pasta and fish dishes.

Trinidad one-pot: Trinidadian pelau

This easy one-pot recipe from Brixton restaurant Caribe’ is brimming with earthy flavours, combining chicken thighs with dried gungo peas, coconut milk and green seasoning.

One-pot pasta: goat's cheese and spinach pasta

This pasta combines wilted spinach and soft goat's cheese to create a creamy and rich dish. Garnish with some extra parmesan, and enjoy as a super simple midweek meal. Discover more easy goat's cheese recipes.

Mexican one-pot: chicken tinga

This smoky, spicy Mexican one-pot freezes well if you have any leftover – serve in tacos, enchiladas, quesadillas, or simply in bowls with rice and a dollop of yogurt as a comforting Friday night dinner.

Showstopping one-pot: bone marrow chilli

Check out our easy yet super comforting chilli recipe with bone marrow. This is the classic American chilli but with extra depth, courtesy of cocoa and wonderfully enriching marrow.

One-pot risotto: seafood risotto

With a little bit of know-how (and some soothing, meditative stirring), a creamy, umami-rich risotto with perfectly cooked rice is guaranteed. Here’s how to master this comfort-food classic.

Romanian-inspired one-pot: Oven-baked pearl barley pilaf with chicken and mushrooms

Often made with basmati rice, this easy, filling meal is one of the most popular weeknight dinners in Romania. fry the onions in the casserole before throwing in all the other ingredients and putting it in the oven.

One-hour one-pot: Boston baked beans and sausages

Pack protein into this hearty one-pot with pork sausages, smoked bacon and homemade baked beans. See more sausage recipes.

One-pot curry: Bombay egg and potato curry

Some nights you don't want to have to spend ages shopping to make a delicious meal. This Bombay egg and potato curry can be made using store cupboard ingredients and is ready in just 40 minutes.

Slow-cooked one-pot: kid goat stew

Looking for a flavoursome one-pot recipe to serve the family? Slow cook kid goat with peppers, paprika and sherry for tender, flavour-packed meat.

Spiced one-pot: chicken and quinoa tagine

Try our lightly-spiced chicken and quinoa tagine. This one-pot recipe is easy to make and low in calories for a healthy family meal.

Lamb one-pot: lamb and Guinness stew

Check out our warming one-pot stew with creamy mash and peas. No pre-frying of ingredients required, and it’s best to use a heavy cast-iron pot or casserole to conduct the heat evenly. We've got plenty more lamb recipes to try.

Pork shoulder and sage hotpot

Let slow-cooked pork shoulder shine in this cider-flavoured hotpot recipe, made hearty with root veg and double cream.

One-pot winter warmer

A vegan one-pot packed with plenty of ginger, garlic and turmeric to support your immune system, plus beta-carotene-rich sweet potatoes for vitamin A and eye health.

Sausage one-pot: sausages with lentils and kale

Want an easy midweek one-pot recipe? Make our sausage all-in-one dish – served with kale and a quick, punchy gremolata on the side.

One-pot pasta with anchovies and tenderstem broccoli

This one-pot pasta recipe is not only low calorie but low cost, too. It's simple and easy to put together; plus it's packed full of punchy flavours. If you don't have fusilli in your cupboard then wholemeal rotini works just as well.

Chicken one-pot: chicken with dates and caramelised lemon

Jammy lemons and plump roasted dates are cooked with chicken in this easy yet imaginative whole-chicken dish by Alison Roman.

Slow-cooker one-pot: pork and bean casserole

This melt-in-the-mouth pork shoulder casserole with mixed beans is an easy one-pot to feed a crowd and makes great use of that slow cooker.

Seafood one-pot: seafood stew

Seafood stew doesn't have to take hours to make. This recipe for a cheat's version is packed full of those delicious fish flavours but is on the table in under an hour, so it's still achievable midweek.

Healthy one-pot: chicken with cannellini beans and chorizo

This recipe for one-pot chicken with cannellini beans and chorizo is really easy to make and requires minimal hands-on time. It comes in at under 300 calories per portion too.

Cheesy one-pot: four cheeses pasta

Give this four cheeses pasta a go tonight for a creamy, dreamy dinner (and yes, it really is all cooked in one pot).

Persian-style one-pot: lamb stew

This Persian-inspired lamb stew is really simple and makes for a delicious, warming midweek meal for the family. The pomegranate seeds and mint give it a lovely, fresh flavour. If there are only two of you, freeze the rest.

One-pan: olive's paella

A spectacular crowd-pleasing dish, our paella uses chicken, chorizo, pancetta and seafood to pack in tonnes of flavour. Serve from a huge paella pan for extra impact. Next, try our vegan paella recipe.

Middle-Eastern one-pot: lamb stew

Our easy one-pot Middle Eastern lamb is a great way to feed the family in under 500 calories per portion and with minimal washing up.

Vietnamese one-pot: beef and lemongrass stew

We love Vietnamese-inspired flavours, so this beef and lemongrass dish is a definite winner. It's a one-pot and packs a punch in terms of flavour.

Quick one-pot: merguez with cannellini beans and spinach

This recipe for merguez sausages with cannellini beans and spinach makes a great speedy midweek meal for two. Plus, it's freezer-friendly.