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12 Easy Recipes for Two

Cooking for two works best when the recipe starts at the right size. Every dinner here is written for two servings, from a pair of lemon chicken cutlets to a small pan of mushroom risotto. Choose a quick skillet meal for a busy evening or a short oven bake when you want time to set the table. Optional sides are separate from the stated recipe yield.

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01

Lemon Chicken Skillet for Two

Two chicken cutlets with green beans and a bright lemon-butter pan sauce.

Prep 10 min · Cook 20 min · Serves 2

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02

Salmon and Green Beans for Two

Two salmon fillets roast beside green beans with a mild maple-mustard glaze.

Prep 10 min · Cook 18 min · Serves 2

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03

Pork Chops and Apples for Two

Pan-seared pork chops with softened apple slices and a quick mustard sauce.

Prep 10 min · Cook 20 min · Serves 2

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04

Tomato Basil Pasta for Two

Cherry tomatoes soften into a light sauce for two generous bowls of spaghetti.

Prep 10 min · Cook 15 min · Serves 2

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05

Chickpea Spinach Skillet for Two

Chickpeas and spinach warm in a tomato sauce for a quick pantry supper.

Prep 5 min · Cook 15 min · Serves 2

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06

Mushroom Grilled Cheese for Two

Two toasted sandwiches filled with browned mushrooms and melted cheddar.

Prep 10 min · Cook 16 min · Rest 1 min · Serves 2

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07

Pesto Chicken Flatbreads for Two

Two crisp flatbreads topped with pesto, cooked chicken, tomatoes, and mozzarella.

Prep 10 min · Cook 12 min · Rest 2 min · Serves 2

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08

Black Bean Sweet Potatoes for Two

Microwave-baked sweet potatoes filled with warm black beans, salsa, and cheddar.

Prep 5 min · Cook 15 min · Serves 2

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09

Garlic Shrimp Rice for Two

Garlicky shrimp folded through hot rice and peas with a fresh lemon finish.

Prep 10 min · Cook 15 min · Serves 2

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10

Mushroom Risotto for Two

A small pan of creamy Arborio rice with mushrooms and Parmesan.

Prep 10 min · Cook 32 min · Serves 2

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11

Turkey Taco Bowls for Two

Seasoned ground turkey over rice with beans, lettuce, and a spoonful of salsa.

Prep 10 min · Cook 20 min · Serves 2

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12

Baked Cod and Tomatoes for Two

Two mild cod fillets bake with cherry tomatoes, white beans, and lemon.

Prep 10 min · Cook 22 min · Serves 2

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Make this collection work for you

  • Choose two fish fillets or chops of similar thickness so they finish together.
  • Store the unused half of an opened ingredient promptly and plan its next use.
  • A 10- or 12-inch skillet is often more useful than halving a large casserole in a deep dish.
  • Read the ingredient list before starting: some quick recipes begin with cooked rice or cooked chicken.

Frequently asked questions

Are these simply larger recipes divided in half?

The ingredient amounts and instructions are written for two servings. Portions vary with appetite; add a vegetable or bread side if wanted.

Can I double them?

Usually, but use a larger pan or cook in batches so food can brown. Check doneness rather than assuming the same cooking time.

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