When spring is finally fully in bloom, we can't help but crave an entirely new weeknight dinner menu. It's time to trade in those warm, hearty stews for cool, fresh salads and to swap our comforting winter casseroles for easy spring skillet and sheet pan recipes. Because with the warm weather comes plenty of spring parties and outdoor adventures, which means there's no time to be stuck in the kitchen. One-dish wonders, sheet pan suppers, and quick skillet dinners—packed with fresh produce and flavorful ingredients—are the name of the game.
We've rounded up our best spring dinner ideas that'll make sure you will never be short on inspiration. From casual supper recipes like our Slow-Cooker Pork Tacos and Ranch Turkey Burgers to done-up dinner recipes like our Grilled Steak with Blistered Beans and Peppers, these easy spring meals are guaranteed to make a splash. (And we even included freshened-up takes on classic comfort food, like our Zucchini Lasagna and Spring Shrimp-and-Orzo Salad with Lemon Dressing.) Get ready to take on spring with these best-ever spring dinner recipes.
Pasta Shells with Spring Vegetables
Pasta shells aren't just meant to be doused in cheese. They can also serve as an excellent base for a host of vibrant spring vegetables.
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Sheet Pan Veggie Supreme Pizza
Pizza night just got a whole lot tastier. This sheet pan recipe is topped with all sorts of fresh and delicious produce, like tomato, zucchini, corn, and onion.
Steak Taco Salad
Bring your salad game to the next level with this steak taco salad. Use up your spring farmers' market haul with the help of this ingredient-packed recipe.
Chicken Fricassee with Spring Vegetables
On a cool spring evening, this combination of tender chicken thighs, fresh spring vegetables, and a velvety pan sauce hits the spot.
Spring Shrimp-and-Orzo Salad with Lemon Dressing
You won't find a pasta salad more fresh and bright than this shrimp-orzo creation.
French Onion Pasta
If you have a harvest of fresh onions this spring, turn them into an easy pasta dinner.
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Ham and Noodle Casserole
Made with egg noodles, chopped ham, and a mix of springy vegetables, this casserole is as family-friendly as it gets.
Blackened Fish Tacos
This classic fish taco dish recipe gets even better with blackened fish and all the fixin's.
Best-Ever Crab Cakes with Green Tomato Slaw
We don't call them "best-ever" for no reason. You won't find a crab cake more heavenly.
Sweet-and-Spicy Sheet Pan Chicken with Cauliflower and Carrots
Is there anything easier than a 30-minute sheet pan supper? We think not.
Fresh Salmon Cakes with Buttermilk Dressing
These crispy salmon cakes are just what the doctor ordered, especially when Maryland crab season is still around the corner.
Zucchini Lasagna
This zucchini lasagna makes your classic recipe feel freshened-up for spring and summer.
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Oven-Fried Chicken Salad with Buttermilk Ranch Dressing
Because this chicken salad is so delicious you'll actually want to eat a salad for dinner.
Country Captain Chicken
This Lowcountry classic is flavored with various spices like curry powder, paprika, and nutmeg. Simply serve over rice for a tasty meal.
Tomato Carbonara
Make traditional carbonaras feel spring-ready by letting colorful cherry tomatoes do the work.
Orange-Rosemary Roast Chicken
Fragrant and flavorful, this roast chicken is so much more than your everyday dinnertime fare.
Creamy Vegetable Pot Pie
Full of buttery, herby flavor, this Creamy Vegetable Pot Pie recipe is begging to make an appearance on your table.
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Burrito Bowls
You can't go wrong with a burrito bowl packed with spring produce and seasonal ingredients.
One-Pan Chicken with Lemon, Olives, and Artichokes Recipe
You simply can't go wrong with a chicken-based dinner, especially when it's enlivened by the vibrant colors and flavors of lemons, olives, and artichokes.
Sweet-and-Spicy Sheet Pan Chicken with Cauliflower and Carrots Recipe
Break out the sheet pan for a super-easy spring dinner. Carrots and cauliflower add heartiness to this flavor-packed chicken recipe.
Penne with Green Beans and Tomatoes
Take your store of fresh green beans and turn them into a fresh and bursting pasta dish with penne and tomatoes.
Shrimp Boil Pasta
We combined two spring-summer staples—pasta salad and shrimp boil—into an incredibly satisfying recipe.
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Creamy Rice with Scallops
You're going to want seconds of this creamy rice, trust us. Pair the dish with these seared scallops, and then mix it up next time with another protein.
Barbecue Jackfruit Sandwiches
One taste of this, and you won't miss the pork version. Barbecue jackfruit sandwiches with dressed cabbage and plenty of sauciness are next-level good.
Skillet-Toasted Gnocchi with Peas
Toasted in a skillet for a little outer crisp, these pillowy gnocchi bites will win you over instantly.
Slow-Cooker Pork Tacos with Fresh Tomato Salsa
You'll wonder why taco night isn't every night once you've tasted this slow-cooker pork.
Baked Ziti with Summer Vegetables
Give cheesy baked pasta a farmers' market-inspired makeover with yellow squash, zucchini, and grape tomatoes.
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Chicken Caprese Pasta
This recipe only takes 20 minutes, which means it's perfect for busy spring nights. Dress up simple pasta and shredded chicken with blistered tomatoes, pesto sauce, and torn chunks of mozzarella.
Healthy Turkey Lasagna
This leaner take on classic beef lasagna is the weeknight casserole you'll be making all spring.
Easy Catfish Tacos with Slaw
Give Taco Tuesday a Southern spin. Crispy catfish might be our new favorite tortilla topper.
BBQ Rub Roasted Chickens with Potatoes and Carrots
If you need to feed a crowd, look no further than this recipe for spice-rubbed roast chicken, which bakes alongside fresh spring carrots.
Cheesy Beef-and-Spinach Ravioli
This cheesy skillet supper will be a new family favorite—and it comes together in just 35 minutes.
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BBQ Pork Loaded Baked Potatoes
Your family will love this fun way to eat barbecue—and you'll love how easy and filling the recipe is.
Fusilli Pasta with Spinach, Tomato, and Bacon
What if we told that this easy pasta only takes 20 minutes of active time? It's a game-changer, to say the least.
Shrimp-Okra-and-Sausage Kebabs
These kebabs pack a flavorful punch. The tasty skewers are sprinkled with a Cajun seasoning blend and brushed with a mixture of lemon juice, hot sauce, and melted butter.
Black Bean Burgers with Comeback Sauce
Step outside of the box for burger night. These burgers made from slow-cooked black beans are worth a try this season. Try our homemade Comeback Sauce Recipe, and you'll want to slather it on everything.
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Homestyle Ground Beef Casserole
This hearty, family-friendly casserole is perfect to make ahead the weekend before a busy week.
Molasses-Soy Glazed Salmon and Vegetables
Quick, flavorful, and healthy, this salmon supper deserves a spot on your weeknight menu.
Pork and Bok Choy Stir-Fry
Satisfy any takeout cravings with this stir-fry. An aromatic sauce made with orange juice, garlic, ginger, and soy sauce is the star of the show.
Quick and Easy Spaghetti Bolognese
Consider this recipe a genius makeover of a quality jarred pasta sauce and box of pasta. It's oh-so simple.
Creamy Kale and Pasta Bake
This cheesy, creamy casserole is what pasta dreams are made of. Plus, it's a great way to sneak in some green vegetables in the form of tender kale.
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Slow-Cooker Corn Chowder
Full of bacon, potatoes, and onions, this chowder is a crowd-pleaser. All you need is a chunk of crusty bread to complete this spring meal.
Sheet Pan Flank Steak, Greens, and Yukon Gold Fries
This sheet pan doesn't need all the bells and whistles—just steak, potatoes, and sauteed greens.
Fried Pork Chops with Peas and Potatoes
This recipe offers a lighter take on Southern fried pork chops—but doesn't sacrifice any of the flavor.
Eggplant Rollups
This lower-carb alternative to lasagna is ready to be your new spring and summer staple.
Slow-Cooker Pot Roast
This slow-cooker pot roast is as classic and comforting as you could ever want.
White Cheese Calzones with Marinara Sauce
This recipe will win over your crowd on any night—get ready for requests to keep rolling in.
Gnocchi Gratin with Ham and Peas
This gnocchi-based spin on a traditional gratin is totally unique, plus it's studded with ham and peas for a great flavor combination.
Turkey Grilled Cheese with Arugula and Caramelized Onion
It's like wrapping your favorite flavors into a perfectly crisped sandwich. Rich and creamy Gruyere and peppery arugula make a tasty combo.
Pork Chops with Dijon-Buttermilk Sauce
Give budget-friendly pork chops a boost of extra flavor with a delectable dijon-buttermilk sauce.
Radish, Avocado, and Citrus Salad
Radishes are typically in season in April and May, and they are showcased beautifully in this vibrant and flavor-packed recipe.
Honey-Mustard Baked Salmon with Vegetables
Baked salmon is one of the easiest weeknight meals you could make, and when you pair it with in-season vegetables, it becomes practically gourmet.
Broccoli, Grape, and Pasta Salad
When all the kids want is pasta but you know they need some fruits and vegetables too, turn to a pasta salad that incorporates all of the above.
Classic Southern BLT
There's nothing like a juicy BLT at dinnertime (or anytime, if we're perfectly honest). This one has crisp lettuce and savory bacon.
Ham-and-Bean Soup
Who says soups are just for cold weather? This one takes the spring-favorite combination of ham and beans and spins it into an easy and filling soup.
Spring Mix Salad with Herbed Goat Cheese
Don't let your spring mix go bad at the back of the refrigerator. Turn it into a delicious side or main dish salad using slices of herby goat cheese.
Lemon-Garlic Butter Shrimp with Broccoli
Quick-cooking shrimp works beautifully with a lemon-garlic flavor profile. Add some bright green broccoli for a complete meal.
Chicken Enchiladas
Quick and easy chicken enchiladas are perfect for those days when you'd like something delicious and filling but don't have a ton of time to spend on dinner.
Honey-Soy-Glazed Salmon With Veggies And Oranges
Spice up your salmon dinner with the addition of a perfectly balanced honey-soy glaze.
Chopped Kale Salad with Toasted Breadcrumbs
You can't go wrong with a kale salad, and this one hits all the right notes, including tender greens and some crunch from toasted breadcrumbs.
Sheet Pan Greek Chicken with Roast Potatoes
Sheet pan chicken is a winning dinner. This one incorporates potatoes and tomatoes for a filling warm-weather meal.
Broccoli Pesto Pasta
A bit of herby pesto elevates even the simplest pasta recipe. This one also features broccoli for a main-dish-worthy presentation.
Baked Caprese Chicken with Green Beans and Corn
Your sheet pan can do it all, including baking these veggie-laden caprese hicken
Pasta with Burst Tomatoes and Mascarpone
Burst tomatoes scream warm-weather harvest to us, and they're perfectly showcased in this simple pasta with mascarpone.
Mexican Street Corn Pizza
Mexican street corn is always a hit, but have you ever tried it on pizza? It's one combination you won't soon forget.
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