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.
Cast-iron Sizzling Honey Garlic Salmon Steaks
25 min · Easy · American
Old Fashioned American Goulash
45 min · Easy · American
One-pot Creamy Cabbage Pasta
35 min · Easy · Italian
Frambled Eggs
5 min · Easy · American
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Glaze
35 min · Easy · American
Thai-style Garlic Chili Fried Eggs
15 min · Easy · Thai
Loaded Cauliflower Mash
20 min · Easy · American
Garlic Butter Steak Bites
15 min · Easy · American
Shrimp Scampi Zoodles
20 min · Easy · Italian
Creamy Celery Root Puree
40 min · Easy · French
Low-carb Chicken Fajita Skillet
30 min · Easy · Mexican
Roasted Garlic Asparagus
20 min · Easy · Other
Lemon Herb Pan-seared Salmon
20 min · Easy · American
Weeknight Turkey and Black Bean Chili
45 min · Easy · American
Simple Roasted Green Beans
20 min · Easy · American
Salty Oven-baked Potatoes
45 min · Easy · American
Pan-seared Herbed Chicken Breasts
25 min · Easy · American
Pan-seared Tortellini with Creamy Tomato Sauce, Jammy Eggs, and Dressed Greens
25 min · Easy · Italian
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.