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Updated on 4/1/2020 at 3:46 PM

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When you're looking for fast, easy, and reliable recipes, The Pioneer Woman is the ultimate go-to source. You can always count on Ree Drummond's recipes to be doable, flavorful, and incredibly comforting, no matter what you're in the mood for. Ahead, we've curated some of the Food Network host, author, and businesswoman's best and easiest recipes you'll want try for yourself, like lemon-blueberry pancakes and butternut squash mac and cheese.

— Additional reporting by Haley Lyndes

01

Cinnamon Toast

Get ready to drool! This buttery, cinnamony, and all-around delicious toast may seem like a no brainer to make, but The Pioneer Woman always seems to teach us the best ways of doing things — like smashing the butter and cinnamon first, for example. Plus, this toast features a magic ingredient you probably didn't think of.

Get the recipe: cinnamon toast

02

Roasted Red Pepper Pasta

Quick dinners are the best dinners, and this roasted red pepper pasta is truly the best. The sauce is the key to this meal, which is a blend of butter, roasted red pepper, onions, garlic, heavy cream, chicken broth, and herbs. The result is mouthwatering, and it only takes 15 minutes to make (prep time included!).

Get the recipe: roasted red pepper pasta

03

Coconut Curry Shrimp

First and foremost, you get six servings out of this coconut curry shrimp dish, and it only takes a total of 20 minutes to make. Creamy, flavorful, with only a touch of spice, anyone will enjoy this meal.

Get the recipe: coconut curry shrimp

04

Cinnamon Rolls

Sometimes comfort food is the best medicine, and this cinnamon roll recipe is way better than any pastry you've picked up at the grocery store. Everything from the dough to the frosting is made from scratch, and believe us, your friends and family will be begging for more.

Get the recipe: homemade cinnamon rolls

05

Chicken Lettuce Wraps

If you're looking for a quick meal on the healthier side, we've got you covered. These chicken lettuce wraps contain tons of veggies, and the chicken marinade is packed with flavor!

Get the recipe: chicken lettuce wraps

06

White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake

If you've got a day to yourself, this no-bake white chocolate raspberry cheesecake is a fun one to create. The raspberry-lemon flavor packs a punch, and the shortbread cookie crust is out of this world.

Get the recipe: white chocolate raspberry cheesecake

07

Chicken Tortilla Soup

I don't know about you, but soup is one of my favorite meals. Not only is it comforting, but it tastes great alongside a salad or sandwich. This chicken tortilla soup contains a mix of seasonings, chicken, veggies, tortilla strips, and more that give it a delicious flavor.

Get the recipe: chicken tortilla soup

08

Bowtie Skillet Chicken Alfredo

When it's all said and done, this pasta recipe takes a total of 25 minutes to make (prep time included) and serves up to six people. Its thick and creamy sauce is hands down the best part — you'll practically inhale it!

Get the recipe: bowtie skillet chicken alfredo

09

Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese

Name a meal that sounds better than this one . . . we're waiting. Butternut squash is the best, and paired with mac and cheese topped with breadcrumbs? This dish is more than just a meal, it's a treat!

Get the recipe: butternut squash mac and cheese

10

Pasta Carbonara

There's no such thing as too much pasta, right? This pasta carbonara recipe includes bacon, peas, onions, garlic, and a thick egg mixture that is sure to satisfy your tastebuds.

Get the recipe: pasta carbonara

11

Chicken Pot Pie

We're always happy with a good pot pie, and The Pioneer Woman's recipe doesn't disappoint. Flavorful, tender, and baked to a golden crisp, you'll forever be satisfied with this easy dinner.

Get the recipe: chicken pot pie

12

Crunchy French Toast Sticks

We're drooling just thinking of these french toast sticks. Their crunchy texture is so good, and they taste delicious dipped in maple syrup.

Get the recipe: crunchy french toast sticks

13

Penne alla Betsy

The combination of shrimp, garlic, cream, tomato sauce, wine, and herbs in this penne alla Betsy dish is something out of a dream. The best part is that it only takes 10 minutes to prep and 20 minutes to cook — just 30 minutes in total make!

Get the recipe: penne alla Betsy

14

Lemon-Blueberry Pancakes

If you don't start your day off with these lemon-blueberry pancakes, you're missing out. Made with cake flour, lemon, blueberries, and lots of butter, it's hard to go wrong with this recipe.

Get the recipe: lemon-blueberry pancakes

15

Cheeseburger Totchos

In case you're wondering, totchos are a combination of tater tots and nachos, and yes, they're as good as they sound. These totchos, in particular, are made to taste like a cheeseburger, and all you have to do is bake them in a pan — so easy!

Get the recipe: cheeseburger totchos

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FAQs

What's for dinner?: 30 minute quick and easy family meals.? ›

So, dig in for delicious dishes such as Halloumi Bean Bake, BLT Pasta, Peanut Pork Noodles, Tortilla Pizzas, Chorizo Risotto, Crispy Pesto Cod, Steak Fajitas, Lentil Linguine, Tikka Naan Burgers, plus weekend breakfasts and sweet treats – all ready in 30 minutes or less!

What happens to all the food cooked on Pioneer Woman? ›

"If my family doesn't finish it off, the crew definitely will," she says. Inevitably, some food sits out just a bit too long for people to eat. Hey, it takes time to capture the perfect shot! When that happens, Ree has a backup plan: Her seven hungry dogs.

Are Ree Drummond's recipes healthy? ›

Ree's recipes are delicious and simple. The only downside is that the recipes are pretty calorie-heavy, so anyone on a healthy eating plan may want to save the Pioneer Woman recipes for special occasions and potlucks.

What is the easiest thing to cook for dinner? ›

From noodles, stir-fries, soups and salads, you'll find something for everyone.
  • 1Kung pao chicken noodle tray bake. ...
  • 25-ingredient meatball carbonara. ...
  • 310-minute cheat's fried rice. ...
  • 4Easy beef stir-fry. ...
  • 5Easy tuna, sweetcorn and rice slice. ...
  • 6Quick fish finger burgers. ...
  • 7Japanese-style pork and soba noodle stir-fry.

What to make when you have no time to cook? ›

13 Emergency Dinners for When You Don't Have Time to Cook
  1. 01 of 14. Broiled Tilapia Parmesan. ...
  2. 02 of 14. Asian Beef with Snow Peas. ...
  3. 03 of 14. Vegetarian Chickpea Tacos. ...
  4. 04 of 14. Sicilian Spaghetti. ...
  5. 05 of 14. Waffle Pizzas. ...
  6. 06 of 14. Shrimp and Peanut Butter Noodles. ...
  7. 07 of 14. Mexi-Chicken Avocado Cups. ...
  8. 08 of 14.
Jul 26, 2021

What does Pioneer Woman eat for breakfast? ›

The Pioneer Woman's Wake-Up-Worthy Breakfast Recipes

Start your morning with Ree Drummond's sweet and savory fare, like gooey cinnamon rolls and a cheesy egg skillet.

Why did Pioneer Woman lose weight? ›

She explained that she has “tackled [her health] from different directions.” She cut out alcohol, started eating more protein and vegetables, and introduced daily exercise into her routine, like walking her dogs and using at-home gym equipment.

What did Ree Drummond eat to lose weight? ›

Ree added more protein into her diet.

"Turns out that on a typical day, I had been landing at around 15% to 20% of my calories from protein...so I pivoted and steered my eating so that I was around 30% to 40% protein," she wrote.

Does Ree Drummond have a diet pill? ›

Ree Drummond wants to set the record straight: She has not used any weight loss medications or supplements during her her weight loss journey.

What is the pioneer diet? ›

The mainstays of a pioneer diet were simple fare like potatoes, beans and rice, hardtack (which is simply flour, water, 1 teaspoon each of salt and sugar, then baked), soda biscuits (flour, milk, one t. each of carbonate of soda and salt), Johnny cakes, cornbread, cornmeal mush, and bread.

What should I eat before bed to lose weight? ›

What to eat if you're hungry before bed and don't want to gain weight
  • A small bowl of plain yogurt topped with berries.
  • A low-fat, sugar-free protein shake.
  • A handful of nuts.
  • Two tablespoons of peanut or other nut butter and an apple.
  • Coconut yogurt topped with a handful of nuts or berries.

What to eat in dinner to reduce belly fat? ›

11 foods that fight visceral belly fat include:
  • Whole grains.
  • Non-starchy vegetables.
  • Fruits such as berries, apples, pears, avocados.
  • Olive oil.
  • Beans.
  • Legumes.
  • Nuts.
  • Seeds.

What's for family dinner tonight? ›

Under 30 minutes
  • One Pot. Sticky Beef & Noodles {One Pan}
  • One Pot. Mexican Chicken & Rice {One Pot}
  • One Pot. Meatball Orzo Bake {One Pot}
  • Chicken. Marry Me Chicken Orzo {One Pot Recipe}
  • Under 30 minutes. Easy Chicken Chow Mein {One Pot}
  • Under 30 minutes. Cheeseburger Pasta {One Pot Recipe}
  • One Pot. ...
  • One Pot.

What to eat that is fast and easy? ›

38 Quick Lunch Ideas You Can Make in 20 Minutes or Less
  • 01 of 39. Sweet and Spicy Turkey Sandwich. ...
  • 02 of 39. Pizza Lava Toast. ...
  • 03 of 39. Mexi-Chicken Avocado Cups. ...
  • 04 of 39. Cheesy-Crust Skillet Pizza. ...
  • 05 of 39. Easy Chorizo Street Tacos. ...
  • 06 of 39. Apple and Bacon Grilled Cheese. ...
  • 07 of 39. Cream of Mashed Potato Soup. ...
  • 08 of 39.
Jan 17, 2024

What are the simplest meals? ›

Our Go-To Easy Dinner Idea? Soup!
  • 5-Ingredient Chicken Tortilla Soup. As simple and easy as it sounds. ...
  • Taco Soup. Like tacos, but soup! ...
  • Tikka Masala Soup. Your favorite Indian chicken recipe, soup-ified. ...
  • Tortellini Soup with Italian Sausage and Kale. Can we just call this “The Soup”?

What are 5 small meals a day? ›

Five meals a day equals breakfast, lunch, dinner, and two snacks. To do this right, you need to plan what you'll eat every day for each “meal.” And you need to schedule eating every 2 to 3 hours. Stock up. Face it: You're going to grab whatever food is closest.

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