16 Awesomely Easy Friday Night Dinner Ideas to Eat on the Couch
I don’t know about you, but the last thing I want to do on Fridays is spend time in the kitchen. These easy dinners are perfect for movie night on the couch, but don’t skimp on any flavor.
Easy Dumpling Soup Recipe

This dumpling soup ready in fifteen minutes, it uses basic ingredients, and most importantly, itโs got major flavor! When youโre craving a lighter meal thatโs still plenty satisfying and flavorful, this is it.
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Easy Shrimp Quesadilla Recipe

This quesadilla with shrimp has cheesy layers, slightly spiced shrimp, and a crispy tortilla to hold it all together. Serve the shrimp quesadillas with a side of refried beans, a lot of fresh toppings at the table and let everyone make it their own!
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Hawaiian Roll Turkey Sliders Recipe

This delicious Hawaiian roll turkey sliders recipe is loaded with layers of turkey, caramelized mushrooms and onions, and melty cheese! Itโs an easy and balanced dinner thatโs perfect for a Friday night dinner! You can even prep them in the morning or the night before and heat them in the oven right before dinner.
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Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken Sliders Recipe

These crockpot buffalo chicken sliders have layers of sweet rolls, tender chicken, melty white American cheese, and a ranch butter sauce. Slow cook the meat during the day, and the sliders are super easy when you’re ready for dinner.ย
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Bucatini Cacio e Pepe Recipe

Bucatini cacio e pepe is the type of recipe that once youโve made it a few times, it will become a family favorite. You donโt need many ingredients, itโs ready in 20 minutes, and tastes SO good. I lovingly refer to it as mac & cheese for adults. ย
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Mediterranean Loaded Hummus

Mediterranean loaded hummus combines the heartiness of this smooth chickpea dip with the freshness of a colorful salad. Served with pita bread, you can turn traditional hummus into a main dish for a fun snack-y dinner.
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Easy Shredded Chicken Nachos Recipe

These cheesy shredded chicken nachos are perfect for a simple dinner everyone will love. They are packed with layers of crunchy chips, shredded salsa chicken, beans, and two layers of cheese.
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Cheesy Ground Beef Quesadilla Recipe

This ground beef quesadilla recipe is comforting and delicious; easy and ready in 20 minutes. It’s one you’ll make on repeat.
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Ten-Minute Easy Naan Pizzas Recipe

Using Naan bread for your pizza dough will save you a ton of time and I love to put out toppings so everyone can make their own. It’s an easier pizza night!
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Loaded Sweet Potato Greek Fries

Homemade sweet potato fries baked in the oven and topped with chickpeas, feta cheese, parsley, and a creamy lemon-tahini sauce for a loaded dinner youโll love!ย Perfect for movie night.
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Easy Ground Turkey Stir Fry Recipe

This easy recipe comes together in less than 30 minutes and is loaded with protein, veggies, and a flavorful sweet and savory stir fry sauce thatโs made with pantry staples. Take a bowl to the couch!
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Vegan Nachos with Chorizo

If you love cheesy flavors and spicy chorizo, then you are going to love these vegan nachos. You can make your own queso dip (it takes a few minutes to assemble and a handful of mostly pantry ingredients!) or you can buy a store-bought version to keep things simple.
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15-Minute Tortilla Pizza Recipe

This easy recipe takes just 15 minutes to make and can be made with simple ingredients (no pizza dough needed!) that you probably have lying around in the fridge. Itโs a great way to use up random odds and ends and can be made as basic or fancy as you want!
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Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

These crispy air fryer chicken tenders are sure to be a hit with the family any night of the week. Whip up a batch in your air fryer, set out your familyโs favorite dipping sauces, add a vegetable and dinner is delicious and done!
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Dinner-Worthy Snack Board

A snack board dinner is similar to a charcuterie board and itโs sure to be a hit with your family. Itโs quick and easy (ready in less than 10 minutes); balanced (with a variety of foods); and requires NO cooking! Simply pull out a variety of ingredients for your board and let your family create their own meal!ย Bonus points if you serve it in the living room for a casual meal.
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Easy Gluten-Free Meatballs

Baked in the oven or in an air fryer these easy, tender, and juicy gluten-free meatballs will be a hit whether you serve them as an appetizer, over a plate of spaghetti, or in a meatball sub.
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