20 Lazy Dinner Ideas for One: Mix and Match to Satisfy Every Craving
Modified: 02/19/2025
Tired of Struggling with Solo Dinners? Sick of Takeout? Check Out 20 Mix-and-Match Dinner Ideas to Satisfy Every Need! From Lazy Meals to Fun, Restaurant-Style Dishes, We've Got It All! Don't Forget to Save This for Later!
After a busy day, Pork Chow Mein is the perfect lazy dinner. With simple ingredients like pork, noodles, and vegetables, it’s both nutritious and satisfying.
The recipe is easy: cook the noodles, stir-fry the pork, then toss everything together. Ready in just 15 minutes. The single serving is perfect—no complicated prep, no waste, just pure flavor.
The recipe is easy: cook the noodles, stir-fry the pork, then toss everything together. Ready in just 15 minutes. The single serving is perfect—no complicated prep, no waste, just pure flavor.
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EASY16 INGREDIENTS9STEP20 MIN·
Posted: 02/15/2025
2 of 20
Seaweed Fried Rice
Living alone and don’t want to fuss over dinner? Try Seaweed Fried Rice!
Seaweed and rice are common ingredients in most households, so no need to buy anything special. The recipe is super simple: just stir-fry for about 10 minutes, and the seaweed’s unique flavor will infuse the rice. It’s incredibly satisfying, and the portion is perfect for one.
Seaweed and rice are common ingredients in most households, so no need to buy anything special. The recipe is super simple: just stir-fry for about 10 minutes, and the seaweed’s unique flavor will infuse the rice. It’s incredibly satisfying, and the portion is perfect for one.
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EASY8 INGREDIENTS6STEP20 MIN·
Posted: 10/18/2024
This Shrimp and Broccoli Stir Fry is made with easily available ingredients. Just thaw the shrimp and wash the broccoli, then stir-fry them together. The seasoning is simple, and it’s ready in just 10 minutes.
Tender shrimp and crisp broccoli come together for a nutritious meal that’s the perfect portion for one, solving your dinner dilemma in no time.
Tender shrimp and crisp broccoli come together for a nutritious meal that’s the perfect portion for one, solving your dinner dilemma in no time.
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EASY14 INGREDIENTS14STEP30 MIN·
Posted: 02/11/2025
Stressed about what to make for dinner? Try this easy Air Fryer Roasted Zucchini! Simply slice the zucchini, season it, and pop it in the air fryer. No need to hover by the stove. In 15 minutes, you’ll have a fragrant, low-fat, healthy dish that’s just the right portion for one. Dinner made easy!
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EASY4 INGREDIENTS5STEP20 MIN·
Posted: 02/08/2025
5 of 20
Air Fryer Garlic Chicken Legs
After a busy day, who doesn’t want a quick dinner? Air Fryer Garlic Chicken Legs are perfect for you!
Just prepare the chicken legs, coat them with garlic seasoning, and set them in the air fryer. No need to watch over them. After 20 minutes, you’ll have juicy, garlicky chicken legs ready to enjoy, with the perfect portion for one. Delicious and hassle-free!
Just prepare the chicken legs, coat them with garlic seasoning, and set them in the air fryer. No need to watch over them. After 20 minutes, you’ll have juicy, garlicky chicken legs ready to enjoy, with the perfect portion for one. Delicious and hassle-free!
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EASY9 INGREDIENTS8STEP1 HR 40 MIN·
Posted: 01/19/2025
6 of 20
Steamed Tofu with Minced Pork
For a solo dinner, try Steamed Tofu with Minced Pork.
The ingredients are simple: cut the tofu into blocks, top with seasoned minced pork, and steam for 15 minutes. The soft tofu paired with fragrant minced pork is both nutritious and delicious.
The ingredients are simple: cut the tofu into blocks, top with seasoned minced pork, and steam for 15 minutes. The soft tofu paired with fragrant minced pork is both nutritious and delicious.
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EASY13 INGREDIENTS5STEP45 MIN·
Posted: 01/26/2025
Cooking seems like too much effort? Let the air fryer do the work for homemade chicken nuggets!
Cut and marinate chicken breast, coat with flour and breadcrumbs, and place them in the air fryer. After 20 minutes, you'll have crispy, tender chicken nuggets with the perfect portion for one. Quick, easy, and satisfying!
Cut and marinate chicken breast, coat with flour and breadcrumbs, and place them in the air fryer. After 20 minutes, you'll have crispy, tender chicken nuggets with the perfect portion for one. Quick, easy, and satisfying!
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MEDIUM10 INGREDIENTS5STEP1 HR 30 MIN·
Posted: 11/22/2024
Want a simple and tasty dinner? Try Lemon Fried Chicken! Cut and marinate chicken thighs, coat with flour, and fry until golden. Squeeze fresh lemon juice on top for that zesty flavor.
It’s an easy recipe with minimal time, and the crispy chicken paired with the fresh lemon will elevate your taste buds. The portion is perfect for one—no complex prep needed.
It’s an easy recipe with minimal time, and the crispy chicken paired with the fresh lemon will elevate your taste buds. The portion is perfect for one—no complex prep needed.
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EASY13 INGREDIENTS6STEP55 MIN·
Posted: 11/17/2024
9 of 20
Best Mushroom Soup Recipe
If you want a low-effort dinner, Mushroom Soup is a great choice.
The ingredients are easy to find: mushrooms, eggs, shrimp, and a few seasonings. Simply cook them all in a pot for about 10 minutes, and you’ll have a delicious, fragrant soup.
The ingredients are easy to find: mushrooms, eggs, shrimp, and a few seasonings. Simply cook them all in a pot for about 10 minutes, and you’ll have a delicious, fragrant soup.
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EASY8 INGREDIENTS7STEP25 MIN·
Posted: 10/22/2024
10 of 20
Stir-Fried Garlic Chinese Lettuce
Don’t want a complicated meal? Stir-fried Garlic Chinese Lettuce is here to rescue you!
Wash the lettuce and set aside. Stir-fry garlic until fragrant, then toss in the lettuce. Season with a little salt and soy sauce, and in just 5 minutes, your dinner is ready. Simple ingredients, fast preparation, and a fresh, satisfying dish perfect for one.
Wash the lettuce and set aside. Stir-fry garlic until fragrant, then toss in the lettuce. Season with a little salt and soy sauce, and in just 5 minutes, your dinner is ready. Simple ingredients, fast preparation, and a fresh, satisfying dish perfect for one.
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EASY4 INGREDIENTS5STEP10 MIN·
Posted: 02/05/2025
After work, you just want to make dinner quickly, right? Try Wood Ear Mushroom with Chinese Yam Stir Fry!
Peel and slice the yam, soak the wood ear mushrooms, then stir-fry them with garlic. Season it simply, and it’s done in about 10 minutes. Crisp and refreshing, this dish is nutritious and easy to make, with the perfect portion size for one.
Peel and slice the yam, soak the wood ear mushrooms, then stir-fry them with garlic. Season it simply, and it’s done in about 10 minutes. Crisp and refreshing, this dish is nutritious and easy to make, with the perfect portion size for one.
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EASY8 INGREDIENTS7STEP20 MIN·
Posted: 02/03/2025
12 of 20
Lotus Root Stir-fry
Can’t decide what to make for dinner? Try Lotus Root Stir-fry! Peel and slice the lotus root, then stir-fry with garlic. Simple seasoning, and it’s ready in just 5 minutes.
The recipe is quick and easy, and the crunchy texture is perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.
The recipe is quick and easy, and the crunchy texture is perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.
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EASY7 INGREDIENTS5STEP25 MIN·
Posted: 02/04/2025
13 of 20
Egg Tofu
After a busy day, you don’t want to spend a lot of time on dinner, right? Egg Tofu is your savior!
Cut the tofu into blocks, pour over beaten eggs, sprinkle with green onions and soy sauce, and steam for 10 minutes.
The recipe is simple and the ingredients common. The tofu is soft and smooth, full of nutrition, and the portion is just right for one, satisfying your taste buds effortlessly.
Cut the tofu into blocks, pour over beaten eggs, sprinkle with green onions and soy sauce, and steam for 10 minutes.
The recipe is simple and the ingredients common. The tofu is soft and smooth, full of nutrition, and the portion is just right for one, satisfying your taste buds effortlessly.
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EASY7 INGREDIENTS6STEP35 MIN·
Posted: 02/02/2025
Tired of overthinking dinner? Try White Cut Chicken! Just place the cleaned chicken into a pot with ginger, scallions, and cooking wine, then boil until done.
No complicated steps. When it’s finished, simply slice and serve. The meat is tender and full of flavor, and the recipe is simple, making it an easy go-to dinner to start your relaxing evening.
No complicated steps. When it’s finished, simply slice and serve. The meat is tender and full of flavor, and the recipe is simple, making it an easy go-to dinner to start your relaxing evening.
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EASY6 INGREDIENTS8STEP40 MIN·
Posted: 01/11/2025
Looking for a light yet delicious dinner? Steamed Grouper Fish is the way to go! Clean and cut the fish, season with ginger, scallions, and cooking wine, and steam for 10 minutes. Afterward, drizzle with hot oil and steamed fish soy sauce.
This method is incredibly simple and preserves the freshness and tenderness of the fish, letting you enjoy all the nutrients it has to offer.
This method is incredibly simple and preserves the freshness and tenderness of the fish, letting you enjoy all the nutrients it has to offer.
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EASY8 INGREDIENTS10STEP20 MIN·
Posted: 01/09/2025
16 of 20
Chinese Eggplants with Minced Pork
Living alone and want something quick for dinner? Try Chinese Eggplants with Minced Pork!
Cut the eggplant into pieces, mince the pork, then stir-fry both together. Add your seasonings and cook until the flavors meld.
The ingredients are easy to find, and the method is straightforward. The eggplant soaks up the rich pork flavor, making this a satisfying meal that’s perfect for one.
Cut the eggplant into pieces, mince the pork, then stir-fry both together. Add your seasonings and cook until the flavors meld.
The ingredients are easy to find, and the method is straightforward. The eggplant soaks up the rich pork flavor, making this a satisfying meal that’s perfect for one.
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EASY15 INGREDIENTS9STEP40 MIN·
Posted: 01/06/2025
17 of 20
Pork and Mushroom Stir Fry
Try Pork and Mushroom Stir Fry for dinner tonight. Slice the pork and clean the mushrooms, then stir-fry them together in a pan. Add a bit of seasoning, and it’ll be ready in under 15 minutes.
The ingredients are common and the method is quick, with juicy mushrooms absorbing the savory pork flavor. This recipe is perfect for one, making dinner a breeze.
The ingredients are common and the method is quick, with juicy mushrooms absorbing the savory pork flavor. This recipe is perfect for one, making dinner a breeze.
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EASY11 INGREDIENTS7STEP25 MIN·
Posted: 01/06/2025
18 of 20
Bitter Melon and Egg Stir Fry
Not in the mood for a complicated meal? Bitter Melon and Egg Stir Fry is your best bet!
Slice the bitter melon and scramble the eggs, then stir-fry together with simple seasonings. It’s ready in about 5 minutes. The ingredients are basic, and the combination of bitter melon and eggs is refreshing and light, perfect for an easy and satisfying dinner.
Slice the bitter melon and scramble the eggs, then stir-fry together with simple seasonings. It’s ready in about 5 minutes. The ingredients are basic, and the combination of bitter melon and eggs is refreshing and light, perfect for an easy and satisfying dinner.
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EASY7 INGREDIENTS4STEP20 MIN·
Posted: 01/02/2025
Struggling with dinner ideas? Try Shredded Potato Stir Fry with Vinegar! Slice the potatoes into thin strips, then stir-fry with garlic, ginger, and onions. Add vinegar and seasonings, and you’re done in under 10 minutes.
The ingredients are simple, and the dish is tangy and savory, making it a great, appetizing meal for one.
The ingredients are simple, and the dish is tangy and savory, making it a great, appetizing meal for one.
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EASY8 INGREDIENTS8STEP25 MIN·
Posted: 12/23/2024
If you’re in the mood for something light and healthy, try Cantonese-style Blanched Choy Sum.
Boil water, add the choy sum, and cook for 2 minutes. Drizzle with soy sauce, top with hot oil, and sprinkle with garlic.
The recipe is super simple, and the cost is low. The choy sum is tender and fresh, and the portion is perfect for one, making it a healthy and easy choice for dinner.
Boil water, add the choy sum, and cook for 2 minutes. Drizzle with soy sauce, top with hot oil, and sprinkle with garlic.
The recipe is super simple, and the cost is low. The choy sum is tender and fresh, and the portion is perfect for one, making it a healthy and easy choice for dinner.
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EASY5 INGREDIENTS10STEP15 MIN·
Posted: 12/20/2024
