Chicken Tacos for Two (Easy Skillet Chicken Taco Recipe)
An easy chicken taco recipe for two: spiced chicken thighs seared and simmered in lime and broth, tucked into warm tortillas with pickled onions. 30 minutes.
An easy chicken taco recipe for two: spiced chicken thighs seared and simmered in lime and broth, tucked into warm tortillas with pickled onions. 30 minutes.
Chicken tikka masala for two: yogurt-marinated chicken thighs browned and simmered in a creamy, spiced tomato sauce, all in one skillet. Serve with rice.
Easy chicken quesadillas for two: spiced chicken, peppers and onion with melty Monterey Jack in crisp golden tortillas, all made in one skillet in 30 minutes.
Skillet lasagna for two: ground beef, marinara and broken noodles simmered in one 10-inch pan, topped with ricotta and mozzarella. Ready in 45 minutes.
Small batch brown sugar cookies: six soft, chewy cookies with a caramel flavor, made in one bowl with melted butter and an egg yolk. No mixer needed.
A salmon freezer meal for two: fillets frozen in a ginger soy marinade, thawed overnight in the fridge and baked at 400°F in about 15 minutes.
Spanish rice for two: half a cup of rice toasted with onion and pepper, then simmered in tomatoes, broth, chili powder and cumin in one small saucepan.
Beef and broccoli with leftover steak for two: tender-crisp broccoli, a glossy soy-ginger sauce and sliced cooked steak, ready in about 20 minutes.
Chocolate cake for two: one moist 6-inch layer made with cocoa, buttermilk and a splash of coffee, topped with an easy two-ingredient chocolate ganache.
Dirty spaghetti for two: Cajun ground beef, onion, pepper and celery in a glossy dirty-rice style gravy, tossed with spaghetti. Dinner in about 35 minutes.
A small skillet brownie for two: one fudgy brownie baked in a 6-inch cast-iron skillet with crackly top and melty chocolate chips. Serve it warm with ice cream.
Baked salmon meal prep for two: garlic-paprika salmon, sweet potato and broccoli roasted on one sheet pan, then packed with rice into two ready-made meals.
Apple pie for two: two mini double-crust pies baked in ramekins, with a flaky all-butter crust and a cinnamon apple filling that stays thick and juicy.
Dirty cabbage for two: smoked sausage, ground beef and Cajun-seasoned cabbage cooked in one skillet until tender-crisp. A cozy low-carb dinner in one pan.
Cottage pie with leftover roast beef for two: tender roast in a quick savory gravy with peas, under golden mashed potatoes and cheddar.
Leftover cinnamon roll bread pudding for two: day-old rolls soaked in a vanilla cinnamon custard and baked until puffed and golden. A cozy dessert or brunch.
Beef stroganoff for one or two: seared sirloin, golden mushrooms and egg noodles cooked right in a creamy sour cream sauce, all in one pan.
A 6 inch red velvet cake for two: one tender buttermilk layer with a gentle cocoa note and tangy cream cheese frosting. Four slices, made for sharing.
Boursin pasta for two: a whole round of garlic and herb Boursin baked with cherry tomatoes, stirred into a creamy sauce with spinach. Dinner in 30 minutes.
Green spaghetti for two: charred poblano peppers blended with cream cheese, sour cream and cilantro into a smoky, creamy sauce. Espagueti verde in 40 minutes.
A beef and broccoli freezer meal for two: pack steak, broccoli and a garlic-ginger sauce in three bags, freeze, then cook it in one skillet in 10 minutes.
No water chicken soup for two: bone-in chicken cooked low over napa cabbage, onion, carrot and apple until the vegetables make their own golden broth.
An easy dumpling bake for two: frozen dumplings baked on bok choy in a creamy coconut red curry sauce, then topped with green onions and chili crisp.
A ground beef stroganoff freezer meal for two: freeze the creamy mushroom base, then finish it with sour cream and fresh egg noodles on a busy night.
Turn two slices of leftover meatloaf into a cozy shepherd's pie for two, with a quick tomato gravy, peas and a golden mashed potato and cheddar topping.
Shrimp scampi for two with linguine: tender shrimp in a garlic, lemon and butter sauce made with broth instead of wine. Easy to halve for shrimp scampi for one.
Lemon pepper salmon for two: two fillets seared golden in one skillet, then topped with a quick lemon garlic butter. Easy to make as salmon for one, too.
Homemade malatang for two: a spicy, numbing Sichuan broth from chili bean paste and Sichuan peppercorns, loaded with noodles, tofu, chicken and greens.
Cheesecake for two: two creamy baked mini cheesecakes in ramekins with a buttery graham cracker crust, made from part of one brick of cream cheese.
Sheet pan mini meatloaf for two: two glazed mini meatloaves roasted on one pan with baby potatoes and green beans. A complete dinner in 50 minutes.
Cabbage alfredo for two: half a head of cabbage browned into tender ribbons and tossed in a garlic, cream and Parmesan sauce. One skillet, 30 minutes.
Leftover lamb shepherd's pie for two: chopped roast lamb in a quick savory gravy with peas and carrots, topped with fluffy mash and baked golden.
Freezer broccoli cheddar soup for two: a creamy, cheesy soup built to freeze and reheat smoothly, with easy steps to cool, thaw and warm it up.
Carrot cake for two: two moist, spiced little cakes baked in ramekins and topped with a small batch of cream cheese frosting. No leftover cake.
Protein pudding for two: cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, protein powder and cocoa blend into two glasses of thick, creamy chocolate pudding. No cooking.
Air fryer mini meatloaf for two: four tender glazed beef loaves with crisp edges, cooked in about 15 minutes to a safe 160°F. No oven needed.
Basque cheesecake for two: one brick of cream cheese and two eggs bake into a small crustless cheesecake with a deep brown top and a creamy center.
Korean corn cheese for two: sweet corn, mayonnaise and butter baked under bubbling mozzarella in a 6-inch skillet. A 20-minute side or snack to share.
Marry Me chicken meatballs for two: tender chicken and Parmesan meatballs simmered in a creamy garlic and sun-dried tomato sauce in one skillet.
Small batch edible cookie dough for two: egg-free chocolate chip dough made with store-bought heat-treated flour, ready to eat with a spoon in 5 minutes.
A make ahead smoked salmon appetizer for two: crisp crostini, a lemony dill cream cheese spread and silky smoked salmon, prepped ahead and built in minutes.
Chickpea cookies for two: blended chickpeas, peanut butter, honey and chocolate chips make six soft, flourless cookies in a mini food processor.
Chili for 2 made with half a pound of ground beef, one can of beans and one can of tomatoes. Thick, hearty and ready in 45 minutes.
Leftover salmon cakes for two: one cooked fillet, an egg, panko, lemon and herbs, shaped into four crisp golden cakes in one skillet.
A make ahead shrimp appetizer for two: half a pound of shrimp cooked briefly, then marinated in lemon, olive oil, garlic and herbs and served chilled.
Meal prep shrimp for two: garlic butter shrimp, peppers, zucchini and onion over rice, packed into two containers in 40 minutes.
Mini shepherd's pie for two: a savory beef and vegetable filling under buttery mashed potatoes and cheddar, baked in two individual ramekins.
A mini skillet cookie for two: one warm, chewy chocolate chip cookie baked in a 6-inch skillet. Top it with ice cream and grab two spoons.
Smash burger tacos for two: thin beef pressed onto flour tortillas, seared until crisp, topped with melted cheese and a quick burger sauce. Four tacos.
Stick of butter chicken and rice for two: raw rice bakes under seasoned thighs with French onion soup, butter and Parmesan in one small dish.
Beef stroganoff from leftover roast for two: thin strips of beef in a creamy mushroom and sour cream sauce over egg noodles, ready in 30 minutes.
Fried rice from leftover rice for two: day-old rice, egg, peas and carrots, garlic and green onions, seasoned with soy sauce in one skillet in 20 minutes.
A lasagna freezer meal for two: beef, ricotta and no-boil noodles layered in a small loaf pan, frozen unbaked and baked straight from the freezer.
Meatloaf mini muffins for two: six juicy, glazed mini meatloaves baked in a muffin tin, three for each of you, ready in about 40 minutes.
Beef wellington for two: two filet mignon steaks wrapped in mushroom duxelles and golden puff pastry. A special dinner without a whole tenderloin.
This beef stew for two simmers 12 ounces of chuck with carrots and potatoes in one small pot until fork-tender. Rich, cozy and made without wine.
These small batch no bake cookies make 8 fudgy chocolate peanut butter oat cookies in one small saucepan. No oven, pantry ingredients, set in 30 minutes.
These small batch oatmeal raisin cookies make six soft, chewy cookies with one egg yolk, warm cinnamon and plump raisins. Three each, no leftovers.
A no-bake tiramisu birthday cake for two: coffee-dipped ladyfingers layered with white chocolate mascarpone cream and sprinkles. No raw eggs, no special pan.
Dubai chocolate pancakes for two: small cocoa pancakes stacked with crunchy toasted kataifi and pistachio cream, then topped with warm chocolate.
Chocolate lava cake for 2: two rich molten chocolate cakes baked in ramekins, with set edges and a gooey center. One bowl of batter, 12 minutes in the oven.
Small batch chocolate chip cookies made with one egg yolk: eight chewy, golden cookies with crisp edges and soft centers, baked on a single sheet in 10 minutes.
Small batch brownies for two: rich, fudgy cocoa brownies with chocolate chips, mixed in one bowl and baked in a loaf pan. Four squares from one egg.
Small batch peanut butter cookies made with one egg yolk: eight soft, chewy cookies with the classic fork crisscross, rolled in sugar and baked in 10 minutes.
A 6 inch cake made for two: one tender vanilla layer with fluffy chocolate frosting, baked from scratch in a single small pan. Four slices, no leftover batter.
This dot cake recipe for two bakes vanilla cake right in two ramekins, then adds smooth buttercream and a crunchy rainbow sprinkle top. No cake mix needed.
Pumpkin cream cheese bars for two: soft spiced pumpkin cake bars with a swirl of sweet cream cheese, baked in one loaf pan.
Cream cheese pumpkin dip for two: a sweet, fluffy no-bake dip made with half a block of cream cheese and real pumpkin, served with apples and gingersnaps.
A mini pumpkin roll cake for two: a soft spiced sponge baked in an 8-inch pan and rolled around a cream cheese filling.
Mini pumpkin muffins with cream cheese for two: a small batch of 12 spiced pumpkin bites with a creamy center, made in one mini muffin pan.
Blanket dumplings for two: ten juicy chicken dumplings with no folding, steamed and crisped in one skillet with a quick soy dipping sauce.
Eight soft, thick pumpkin spice cookies with tangy cream cheese frosting, sized for two with one egg yolk and one baking sheet.
A small 6-inch pumpkin cake for two with tangy cream cheese frosting, made with one egg and a simple whisked batter, about four slices.
A small pumpkin cream cheese loaf for two: spiced pumpkin bread with a sweet cheesecake layer baked into the middle, about six slices from one small pan.
Cobb salad for two: seared chicken, crisp turkey bacon, boiled eggs, avocado and blue cheese in tidy rows with a shaken dressing.
Orange chicken for two: crisp bite-size chicken in a glossy orange-ginger sauce, made in one skillet without deep frying.
Teriyaki chicken for two: juicy diced chicken in a glossy honey-soy glaze, made in one skillet in about 20 minutes.
Pumpkin cheesecake cookies for two: eight soft pumpkin cookies with a creamy cheesecake center, rolled in pumpkin spice sugar.
Sushi tacos for two: four crispy baked nori-and-rice shells filled with spicy canned tuna, avocado and cucumber. No raw fish and no frying.
Chicken katsu for two: one chicken breast cut into two panko-crusted cutlets, pan-fried until golden and served with easy homemade katsu sauce.
Chicken adobo for two: four bone-in thighs browned, then braised in a tangy soy, vinegar and garlic sauce until tender and glossy.
Dan dan noodles for two: chewy noodles in a nutty, spicy sesame sauce with savory ground chicken, bok choy and peanuts, ready in 30 minutes.
Chicken tortilla soup for two: a smoky tomato broth with tender shredded chicken, beans and corn, topped with crisp baked tortilla strips and avocado.
Chicken fried steak for two: two cube steaks with a crisp buttermilk crust, fried in one skillet with a creamy pan gravy from the drippings.
Baked chicken legs for two: four drumsticks with a sweet-smoky rub, roasted at high heat on one small pan until the skin is crisp.
Chicken spaghetti for two: a small baked casserole with shredded chicken, tender spaghetti and a quick homemade cheese sauce, topped with crispy onions.
Strawberry yogurt clusters for two: six creamy frozen bites with fresh berries, dipped in a crisp chocolate shell. No oven, a few ingredients.
Air fryer chicken thighs for two: four bone-in thighs with a smoky garlic rub and lemon, cooked skin side down first until the skin is crisp and golden.
Air fryer chicken breast for two: two evenly pounded breasts with a simple paprika rub, cooked until golden and juicy, ready in a little over half an hour.
White chicken chili for two: a creamy, mildly spicy pot of cannellini beans, green chilies, corn and tender shredded chicken, made in one saucepan.
Chicken cacciatore for two: four bone-in chicken thighs braised with peppers, mushrooms and tomatoes in one skillet, with a thick, rustic sauce.
Chicken fingers for two: crisp, golden panko-coated chicken strips baked on a rack in a hot oven, with a quick honey mustard dipping sauce.
Kung pao chicken for two: browned chicken thighs and crunchy peanuts in a glossy, gently spicy sauce, made in one skillet in about 30 minutes.
Air fryer chicken wings for two: one pound of wings with crisp golden skin, a simple spice rub and baking powder. Ready in 28 minutes, no deep frying.
Baked chicken breast for two: two pounded breasts with a brown sugar and paprika rub, baked in a hot oven until juicy. Ready in 30 minutes with one pan.
Baked chicken thighs for two: four bone-in thighs on a rack with a simple paprika rub, baked hot for crisp golden skin and juicy meat in about 45 minutes.
Chicken and dumplings for two: tender chicken thighs in a creamy gravy topped with fluffy drop dumplings, all made in one skillet in about 50 minutes.
General Tso's chicken for two: crispy pan-fried chicken thigh pieces in a sweet, tangy, lightly spicy sauce, made in one skillet in about 30 minutes.
Korean fried chicken for two: crunchy boneless chicken thigh bites fried in a small saucepan and tossed in a sticky garlic gochujang glaze. Ready in 45 minutes.
Egg boil for two: peeled boiled eggs in a buttery Old Bay sauce with onion, garlic and lemon. One skillet, a clear timing guide, ready in 28 minutes.
Chicken parmesan for two: two crisp panko-Parmesan cutlets, a little sauce on top and melted mozzarella. Pan-fried, then baked on a rack so the crust stays crunchy.
Chicken noodle soup for two: seared chicken thighs, tender vegetables and egg noodles in a savory broth. A small pot with no week of leftovers, ready in under an hour.
Easy butter chicken for two: browned chicken thighs simmered in a creamy tomato sauce with garam masala and butter. One skillet, no marinade, about 35 minutes.
Chicken piccata for two: golden chicken cutlets in a bright lemon, caper and butter pan sauce. One skillet, no cream and about 35 minutes from start to table.
Easy chicken salad recipe for two: tender chicken, celery, juicy grapes and pecans in a creamy lemon-Dijon dressing. No cooking and ready in 15 minutes.
Buffalo chicken dip for two: shredded chicken, cream cheese, ranch, hot sauce and cheddar baked in a small dish. One bowl, about 35 minutes, no party-size leftovers.
Birria tacos for two: one pound of beef braised in a guajillo-ancho chile broth, tucked into cheesy, crisp-fried tortillas with consommé for dipping.
Christmas tortellini soup for two: cheese tortellini, tomatoes, white beans and spinach in a garlicky broth, ready in 30 minutes in one small saucepan.
Marry me chicken gnocchi soup for two: shredded chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach and soft gnocchi in a creamy Parmesan broth, made in one small pot.
Pumpkin feta dip for two: block feta whipped with Greek yogurt, pumpkin, honey and thyme, topped with toasted walnuts. No cooking, ready after a short chill.
Pumpkin tortellini soup for two: cheese tortellini and spinach in a creamy pumpkin broth with sage, smoked paprika and Parmesan, ready in 30 minutes.
Sheet pan smashed potatoes for two: small potatoes boiled tender, smashed, brushed with garlic-herb butter and roasted at 425°F until the edges turn crisp.
Onion boil for two: sweet onions filled with garlic butter and Cajun seasoning, sealed in foil and baked until meltingly soft, with a golden finish.
Cheesy beef pockets for two: spiced ground beef and melty cheese folded into halved flour tortillas, brushed with garlic butter and baked until crisp.
Easy chicken curry with curry powder for two: tender chicken thighs simmered in a coconut milk sauce in one skillet, on the table in about 30 minutes.
Crispy chicken spring rolls for two: a quick ginger-garlic chicken and cabbage filling, rolled into 8 rolls and fried in a small pot. Air fryer option too.
One pot chicken alfredo for two: penne simmered right in broth and cream, finished with Parmesan and tender browned chicken. One pan, about 40 minutes.
One pot chicken pasta for two: rigatoni simmered in broth, tomatoes and a little cream, with browned chicken and melted mozzarella. One pan, 40 minutes.
Yogurt tiramisu for two: thick Greek yogurt, coffee-dipped spiced cookies and cocoa layered in two glasses. No baking, no raw eggs, ready after a chill.
A homemade banana bread latte for two: one ripe banana simmered with brown sugar, cinnamon and vanilla into a quick syrup, then stirred into espresso and milk.
Easy peel boiled eggs for two: start four eggs in boiling water, cook 12 minutes at a gentle boil, chill in ice water, and the shells slip right off.
Crispy rice paper dumplings for two: a cooked chicken and cabbage filling, double-wrapped in rice paper and pan-fried golden. Ten dumplings, one skillet.
Leftover lamb gyros for two: seasoned roast lamb slices seared until crisp, tucked into warm pitas with quick tzatziki. Ready in about 18 minutes.
Halloween hard boiled eggs for two: crack the shells, soak them in black dye for a spiderweb pattern, then fill them with an easy deviled egg filling.
French onion chicken casserole for two: cooked chicken and rice in a creamy caramelized onion sauce with Gruyere and a crispy fried onion topping.
Seafood boil pizza for two: shrimp, smoked sausage, corn and potatoes on an Old Bay garlic butter crust. One 10-inch pizza, ready in under an hour.
An easy melting cabbage recipe for two: golden seared wedges baked in a garlic Parmesan cream sauce until spoon-tender. Half a cabbage, one skillet.
Buffalo chicken burrito meal prep for two: ground chicken and veggies in a creamy, spicy cheese sauce, rolled into two burritos to eat now or freeze.
Chicken burrito bowl meal prep for two: spiced chicken, rice, black beans, corn and tomatoes with a smoky chipotle yogurt sauce. Ready in 30 minutes.
Skillet chicken thighs for two: boneless thighs with a warm cumin and paprika crust, seared in one pan and finished with a quick garlic pan sauce.
Juicy skillet chicken breast for two: seasoned with pantry spices, browned in one pan, then covered to finish gently. Ready in under 30 minutes.
Leftover chicken curry for two: cooked chicken simmered in a tomato and coconut milk curry sauce with bell pepper, ginger and garlic. One pan, easy.
Mini chicken pot pies for two: a creamy chicken, carrot and pea filling baked in two ramekins under golden puff pastry lids. Cozy, easy and made for two.
The viral sweet potato with cheese, made for two: baked until soft, then stuffed with melty Havarti or Butterkäse and a little butter. Simple and cozy.
A no-bake Greek yogurt cheesecake for two: thick yogurt, a little honey and spiced cookies set overnight in two jars into a creamy, cheesecake-like dessert.
A small-batch pickle dip for two: cream cheese, Greek yogurt and sour cream loaded with crunchy dill pickles, fresh dill and a splash of brine. No cooking.
Sheet pan chicken and potatoes for two: seasoned chicken thighs and golden baby potatoes roasted on one small pan, with a head start so both finish together.
One pot chicken and rice for two: seasoned chicken thighs browned, then simmered on top of fluffy rice in a small pot. One pot, pantry spices, under an hour.
Sheet pan chicken fajitas for two: spiced chicken strips, peppers and onion roasted on a hot pan until sizzling and browned, then wrapped in warm tortillas.
A simple stir fry recipe for two: tender chicken, crisp broccoli, pepper and carrot in an easy honey-soy sauce, cooked in one skillet in under half an hour.
An easy steak dinner for two: sirloin steaks seared in cast iron, basted with garlic-thyme butter, and served with mushrooms cooked in the same skillet.
Easy enchiladas for two: shredded chicken and melty cheese rolled in warm corn tortillas, smothered in red enchilada sauce and baked in a small dish.
A simple chicken marinade for grilling with olive oil, balsamic, lemon, Dijon and dried herbs. Enough for two chicken breasts, with grill times and tips.