One pot meals

27 one pot meals and dinners for the family

When it comes to family dinners, you can't get much better than cooking it all in one appliance.
An aerial view of a cooking pan with lemon parmesan pan chicken.
Lemon parmesan pan chicken (recipe below).

We’ve gathered our favourite recipes that only need one pot, pan or casserole dish, from stews and soups to risotto and our one pot chicken and rice. And the best part? These tasty one pan dinners are super easy to clean up after.

Looking for more dinner ideas or tray bakes?

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Tuna, spinach and broccolini baked risotto

Tuna, spinach and broccolini baked risotto

Broccolini can be substituted with asparagus in this recipe.

One pot chicken and rice

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One-pot rice and chicken

One-pot rice and chicken

Looking for an easy dinner to throw together after work that will still get you and the kids excited? It doesn’t get much simpler (or tastier) than this one-pot chicken and rice recipe.

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Oven baked risotto

Oven-baked risotto with chicken, rocket and tomato

A one-pan risotto recipe ideal for busy weeknights.

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Cheat’s minestrone

Cheat’s minestrone with meatballs

This popular soup gets a makeover in the cheat’s version with hearty meatballs. It’s an economical and satisfying recipe. Best of all, it’s made in the one pot!

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Massaman curried sausages

Massaman curried sausages

A twist on the classic curried sausages recipe.

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Garlic butter fish and crispy potatoes

Garlic butter fish and crispy potatoes

It’s fast, fabulous and great for whipping up on a busy weeknight.

Easy roast chicken

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Easy one-pan roast chicken breasts with veggies

Easy one-pan roast chicken breasts with veggies

This chicken breast recipe is an one-pan wonder featuring delicious veggies and a tasty crumb topping.

Chilli con carne

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Chilli con carne

Chilli con carne

This spicy Mexican stew is a real crowd-pleaser that everyone will love. Serve with rice, corn chips or on top of baked potatoes – just don’t forget the sour cream.

one-pan sausage bake

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One-pan sausage bake

One-pan sausage bake

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Traditional minestrone

Traditional minestrone

Get cozy on the couch with a warm bowl of this hearty minestrone.

rosemary and tomato barley risotto with mozzarella

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Rosemary and tomato barley risotto with mozzarella

Rosemary and tomato barley risotto with mozzarella

Mozzarella is rather delightfully known as ‘fior di latte’, literally meaning ‘flower of the milk’. It provides a wonderfully creamy and mild balance to the spice in this rosemary and tomato barley risotto.

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Beef larb

Beef larb

Take yourself on a trip to Thailand with aromatic mint, chilli, coriander and lime. This powerful beef dish is best served with a fresh, crispy lettuce leaf.

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Boston baked beans

Hot, heart and the ultimate comfort food, these delicious slow cooked Boston-style baked beans are great enjoyed with a thick slice of toast for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

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Pearl barley risotto with haloumi crumbs

Pearl barley risotto with haloumi crumbs

We’ve swapped rice for nutty pearl barley in this beautiful pea and prosciutto recipe for a flavour and texture explosion. Try finishing your dish off with a sprinkling of haloumi crumbs to create the ultimate comfort food.

Chicken and sage tray bake
(Credit: Australian Women’s Weekly)

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Chicken and sage tray bake

Chicken and sage tray bake

This simple one-pan chicken bake borrows flavours from the Italian classic veal saltimbocca.

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Shredded Mexican chicken and beans

Shredded Mexican chicken and beans

The delicious combination of tender shredded chicken and slow cooked beans makes this slow cooker Mexican dish absolutely delicious. Enjoy it warm for a family weeknight dinner.

chicken cacciatore

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Chicken cacciatore

Chicken cacciatore

Chicken cacciatore is a delicious rustic Italian stew of onion, tomatoes, herbs and wine resulting in a savoury and warming casserole perfect for drizzly evenings.

Osso buco recipe

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Osso buco with gremolata

Osso buco with gremolata

Osso buco is traditionally made from cross-cut veal shins which results in the characteristic ring of bone central to each piece.

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Spinach tomato and lemon one pot linguine

Spinach, tomato and lemon one pot linguine

Save washing up with this tasty vegetarian one pot pasta.

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Prawn and chorizo gumbo

Prawn and chorizo gumbo

This traditional Creole-style stew pairs juicy prawns with okra in a spiced sauce to create the ultimate American comfort food. Make it yourself at home in no time at all with this easy recipe.

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Lemon-scented lamb casserole with winter vegetables

Lemon-scented lamb casserole with winter vegetables

This lemon-scented lamb casserole is full of the flavours of roasted winter vegetables, and is delicious served with creamy mashed potatoes.

Chicken, asparagus and pea casserole

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Chicken, asparagus and pea casserole

Chicken, asparagus and pea casserole

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White wine and lamb one pot

White wine and lamb one pot

Warm your body and soul with this hearty lamb and potato stew, simmered in a fragrant white wine sauce for extra flavour. It makes a brilliant family dinner dish on cooler evenings.

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Slow-cooked beef rib bourguignon

Slow-cooked beef rib bourguignon

The addition of tender beef ribs in this traditional French dish brings a wonderful flavour and texture to the classic beef bourguignon. Serve it straight out of the slow cooker with a side of mashed potato or crusty bread.

An aerial view of a cooking pan with lemon parmesan pan chicken.

Serve this delicious lemon parmesan pan chicken with creamy mashed potato.

one-pot garlic prawn pilaf

This delicious pilaf recipe is perfect any night of the week.

Persian chicken tray bake

Try our simple, subtly spiced chicken tray bake dish sweetly studded with currants and pistachios.

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