Speedy suppers: 10 quick & easy dinner recipes in under 30 minutes

Need dinner on the table in a hurry? 

Whip up these super speedy, super tasty recipes and have dinner ready to serve in under 30 minutes. That’s less time than it takes for your favourite takeaway to be delivered! 

Here are 10 of our favourite quick recipes for dinner to look out for in your Hello Chef boxes over the coming weeks… 

Chickpea pasanda curry with brown rice

This flavourful vegan dish is comfort food at its best. A richy, nutty gravy scattered with protein-packed chickpeas make for a gorgeous veggie take on the traditional Indian pasanda. Be sure to add it to your weekly menu this month!

For the full chickpea pasanda curry recipe, click here.

Cheesy Mediterranean chicken casserole with beans

This low-carb supper has got some pizza-flavour vibes going on. Pull-apart chicken topped with a gooey tomato and cheese sauce and finished with a handful of fresh basil leaves – it’s sure to be a guaranteed family favourite in no time at all.

For the full chicken casserole recipe, click here.

Fish and chorizo stew with butter beans and asparagus

We can’t get enough of this Catalonian delight. Using Nile perch – a giant freshwater fish typically found in Africa – this comforting, chunky stew is packed full of Mediterranean flavours and can be thrown together in no time at all.

For the full fish and chorizo stew recipe, click here. 

Smoked salmon risotto with sugar snap peas

A speedy risotto will always get a thumbs up from us. Though many Italians will refuse fish and cheese in the same dish, we’re risking it in this recipe because we believe parmesan is a necessary addition to, well, everything!

For the full smoked salmon risotto recipe, click here.

Simple Teriyaki prawn stir-fry with snow peas and cashews

Nothing says speedy quite like a stir-fry, and this Teriyaki dish packs in plenty of flavour and is ready in just 20 minutes. The best news? It’s a great low-calorie option, too (with less than 400 calories per serving.) A must-try!

For the full prawn teriyaki recipe, click here. 

Refried bean burrito bowl

This plant-based, deconstructed burrito is a one of our all-time favourite midweek feasts. In true Mexican style, we’ve added plenty of heat to this dish, so watch out for the chipotle powder and generous helping of fiery salsa if you’re afraid of the spice!

For the full refried bean burrito bowl recipe, click here. 

Lamb biryani with green beans and sultanas

This fuss-free lamb biryani requires only one pot and finds its way to the dinner table in less than 30 minutes. We particularly like the addition of cinnamon and raisins to this dish for enhanced Indian flavours!

For the full lamb biryani recipe, click here. 

Beef ‘taco’ salad with sour cream and avocado

Hurray for low-carb tacos! This delicious salad can be whipped up in just 20 minutes, taking the best bits of our favourite Mexican delicacy and creating a fresh bowl of crunchy, cheesy goodness. For an even speedier supper, make the meat mixture ahead and simply reheat just before dinnertime. 

For the full beef taco salad recipe, click here. 

Creamy vegan tomato risotto with hazelnut gremolata

A zingy gremolata adds a delicious crunch to this creamy, indulgent dish. Ours is super simple to make, combining flavour-packed ingredients to add a fresh kick to the rich, tomato rice. This super speedy dish can be on the table in less than 30 minutes. 

For the full vegan tomato risotto recipe, click here.

Laksa noodle soup with lemongrass and fried tofu

Another vegan must-try, this Malaysian supper is all about the broth. Though traditionally a broth can take hours to build a depth in flavour, this speedy version packs a punch in no time at all. Add caramelized tofu pieces to this Thai-infused bowl for a light, flavoursome dinner. 

For the full laksa noodle soup recipe, click here. 

Don’t forget to share snaps of your dishes with us on Instagram @hellochefme – we love to see the final results! If you enjoyed this article, make sure to sign up for our newsletter for plenty more recipe inspiration, and check out this post on speedy stir-fries.