Recipes for Two
Lemon Chicken Skillet for Two
Two chicken cutlets with green beans and a bright lemon-butter pan sauce.
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Easy Recipes for Two
A good dinner does not need a full table. Find recipes written for two servings, with smaller portions and useful ideas for turning everyday groceries into a meal worth sharing.
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Small-batch cooking, without the arithmetic
Each recipe in this selection yields two servings. Start with the pan size listed and use the exact ingredient quantities; cutting a family recipe in half can change its cooking time, but these pages already describe the smaller method.
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Recipes for Two
Salmon and Green Beans for Two
Two salmon fillets roast beside green beans with a mild maple-mustard glaze.
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Recipes for Two
Pork Chops and Apples for Two
Pan-seared pork chops with softened apple slices and a quick mustard sauce.
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Tomato Basil Pasta for Two
Cherry tomatoes soften into a light sauce for two generous bowls of spaghetti.
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Chickpea Spinach Skillet for Two
Chickpeas and spinach warm in a tomato sauce for a quick pantry supper.
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Mushroom Grilled Cheese for Two
Two toasted sandwiches filled with browned mushrooms and melted cheddar.
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Pesto Chicken Flatbreads for Two
Two crisp flatbreads topped with pesto, cooked chicken, tomatoes, and mozzarella.
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Black Bean Sweet Potatoes for Two
Microwave-baked sweet potatoes filled with warm black beans, salsa, and cheddar.
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Garlic Shrimp Rice for Two
Garlicky shrimp folded through hot rice and peas with a fresh lemon finish.
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Mushroom Risotto for Two
A small pan of creamy Arborio rice with mushrooms and Parmesan.
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Turkey Taco Bowls for Two
Seasoned ground turkey over rice with beans, lettuce, and a spoonful of salsa.
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Recipes for Two
Baked Cod and Tomatoes for Two
Two mild cod fillets bake with cherry tomatoes, white beans, and lemon.
View RecipeA few tips before you start
- Check that the recipe yield is two before shopping.
- Buy just what you need from a butcher counter, or freeze larger packages in two-serving portions.
- Choose vegetables that can appear in more than one meal to avoid unused half-packages.
Frequently asked questions
Do these recipes really serve two?
Yes. Recipes in this selection are written with a yield of two servings. Appetite and suggested sides can affect how much each person needs.
Can I double a recipe for company?
Many skillet recipes can be doubled with a larger pan or two batches. Do not assume the cooking time doubles; use the recipe’s temperature and doneness cues and avoid crowding the pan.