How does Sous-Chef classify a recipe as easy?
Easy recipes avoid advanced techniques, have fewer steps, and use common pantry staples. They are designed to succeed on the first try.
Easy Recipes
445 recipes found
Easy recipes use straightforward techniques, familiar ingredients, and forgiving timing—perfect when you want confidence in the kitchen.
Steps stay linear, ingredients stay familiar, and timing stays forgiving—ideal whether you are learning stove basics or squeezing dinner between meetings.
Caramelized Peach & Pecan Steel-cut Oatmeal
35 min · Easy · American
Healthy Asian Chicken & Veggie Bowl
25 min · Easy · Other
Fluffy Brown Rice Base
45 min · Easy · Other
Zesty Sesame-ginger Dressing
5 min · Easy · Other
Diabetic-friendly Chicken and Spinach Curry
40 min · Easy · Indian
Diabetic-friendly Chicken and Spinach Curry with Brown Rice
55 min · Easy · Indian
Healthy Creamy Garden Tomato Basil Soup
45 min · Easy · American
Lemon Herb Baked Salmon with Asparagus
25 min · Easy · American
Speedy Shrimp Scampi
25 min · Easy · Italian
Creamy Chicken & Zucchini Skillet with Simple Green Salad
45 min · Easy · American
Hearty Beef and Noodle Casserole
45 min · Easy · American
Caprese Baguette Sandwich
15 min · Easy · Italian
Spiced Vermicelli & Vegetable Medley
30 min · Easy · Indian
Indian Spiced Vegetable & Chickpea Vermicelli Stir-fry
45 min · Easy · Indian
Thai Red Curry with Chicken and Jasmine Rice
45 min · Easy · Thai
Steamed Garlic Green Beans
10 min · Easy · Other
Quick Lemon Herb Couscous
7 min · Easy · Mediterranean
Lemon Herb Pan-seared Chicken Breast
20 min · Easy · Mediterranean
Frequently asked questions
Can I filter other hubs to easy only?
Yes. On Browse, pick easy plus a cuisine and tag—or open Browse from this page with easy already selected.
Will easy recipes still taste great?
Absolutely. Easy does not mean bland—many rely on bold seasonings, good produce, and simple methods that let flavor shine.