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7 cheap and easy dinner ideas for every night of the week

Jason Donnelly / Food Stylist: Holly Dressman / Prop Stylist: Natalie Ghazali
Jason Donnelly / Food Stylist: Holly Dressman / Prop Stylist: Natalie Ghazali

These inexpensive recipes are rich in flavor.

These inexpensive recipes are rich in flavor.

You don't have to sacrifice quality or flavor to stay within a budget. Need proof? Look no further than this collection of crowd-pleasing and budget-friendly dinner ideas for every night of the week, from cheap casseroles to inexpensive pastas.

01 of 07

Tater Tot Casserole

closeup of cheddar-topped Tater Tot Casserole in a white ceramic baking dish with a serving scooped out of it
DotDash Meredith Food Studios

"This Tater Tot casserole is a quick and easy dinner that everyone will love. Just four basic ingredients come together for this comforting dish." —barryzimm

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02 of 07

15-Minute Chicken Dinner

A plate with sweet and spicy chicken tenders served with steamed broccoli
Allrecipes / Diana Chistruga

"This 15-minute chicken is a quick and budget-friendly weeknight dinner, all cooked in one pan. The chicken tenders come out sweet and spicy but you can easily adjust the level of spiciness by using more or less honey and red pepper flakes." —Pat Bernitt

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03 of 07

Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole

Slow cooker cowboy casserole on a plate, topped with melted cheese and served with a fork.
Jason Donnelly / Food Stylist: Holly Dressman / Prop Stylist: Natalie Ghazali

"This slow cooker cowboy casserole is a family-friendly, budget-friendly layered casserole of ground beef, sliced potatoes, and Cheddar cheese. It's easy to put together and let the slow cooker do the rest." —Yolanda Gutierrez

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04 of 07

Veggie Lo Mein

white bowl of noodle bowl with veggies and mushrooms photographed outdoors
Pat Bernitt

"This veggie lo mein is a budget-friendly combination of pasta, healthy veggies, and a slightly spicy-sweet sauce for a satisfying quick-and-easy meal. I used whole grain spaghetti instead of lo mein noodles since they are easier to find in my area." —Pat Bernitt

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05 of 07

Cheeseburger Wellington

Cheeseburger wellington served on a white plate.
ALLRECIPES / ANA CADENA

"A budget-friendly version of Beef Wellington with a bacon cheeseburger twist that will impress your guests." —Chef John

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06 of 07

Biscuits and Gravy Skillet Pot Pie

Skillet pot pie topped with biscuits containing gravy and filling
Allrecipes / Julia Hartbeck

"This biscuits and gravy skillet pot pie is an easy, family-pleasing, budget-friendly breakfast, lunch, or dinner that is pure comfort, even down to the minimal clean-up." —Nicole McLaughlin

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07 of 07

Best Tuna Noodle Casserole

a high angle view of a plate of the best tuna noodle casserole with the casserole dish sitting nearby
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"This tuna noodle casserole is the best with a classic creamy taste from my childhood. The sauce is rich and creamy but not overwhelmingly heavy. The crunch from the topping and fresh bite from the parsley create the perfect balance. Let's not forget that this is a great budget-friendly meal to feed a crowd!" —Nicole McLaughlin

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