Get breakfast, lunch, dinner and even dessert on the table in minutes with these microwave recipes. These easy microwave meals will have you enjoying homemade in a flash.
23 Easy Microwave Meals and Treats You Can Make in Minutes
Updated on Jan. 14, 2022
1/23
Microwave Oatmeal Bars
Total Time
20 min
Servings
15 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My mother shared this speedy recipe with me. There are not a lot of ingredients, and these microwave treats are easy to fix in the microwave. —Annette Self, Junction City, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 192 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 56mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein.
2/23
Honey-Lemon Chicken Enchiladas
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Honey, lemon and chili flavors blend wonderfully in enchiladas. My family devours this dish, so I also use the chicken filling for soft tacos with toppings. —Kristi Moak, Gilbert, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
2 enchiladas (calculated without optional toppings) : 349 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 698mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 3g fiber), 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2-1/2 starch.
3/23
15-Minute Meat Loaf
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I combined a few awesome-tasting meat loaf recipes to create this flavorful version, which my husband loves. And because it's made in the microwave, the entree is ideal for busy nights. —Deb Thompson, Lincoln, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
2 pieces: 386 calories, 15g fat (6g saturated fat), 117mg cholesterol, 954mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 1g fiber), 24g protein.
4/23
Fruit & Granola Crisp with Yogurt
Total Time
10 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's an easy recipe you can feel good about. Blueberries and peaches are such a delightful flavor combination. —Sue Schmidtke, Oro Valley, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 251 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 133mg sodium, 54g carbohydrate (33g sugars, 4g fiber), 7g protein.
5/23
Microwave Egg Sandwich
Total Time
15 min
Servings
1 serving
From the Recipe Creator:
If you're looking for a grab-and-go breakfast for busy days, this high-protein sandwich is low in fat and keeps me full all morning. Plus, it's only about 200 calories! —Brenda Otto, Reedsburg, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 218 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 751mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 5g fiber), 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 lean meat.
6/23
Zucchini Frittata
Total Time
20 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When we travel by car, I make the frittata the night before, stuff it into pita bread in the morning and microwave for a minute or two. I wrap them in a towel so down the road we can enjoy a still-warm breakfast! —Carol Blumenberg, Lehigh Acres, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 261 calories, 18g fat (8g saturated fat), 304mg cholesterol, 459mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 18g protein.
7/23
Parmesan-Crusted Chicken
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The savory coating on this chicken has the satisfying flavor of Parmesan cheese. It's easy enough to be a family weekday meal yet impressive enough to serve to guests. When I make this baked parmesan crusted chicken for dinner, we never have leftovers. —Schelby Thompson, Camden Wyoming, Delaware
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken breast half : 270 calories, 16g fat (9g saturated fat), 82mg cholesterol, 552mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 21g protein.
8/23
Cod Delight
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I used to make this in the oven, but then I discovered that microwave lets me enjoy it even faster. It's a pretty dish to serve company. In fact, many of my friends and family now cook this at home. —Nancy Daugherty, Cortland, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 154 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 304mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 fat.
9/23
Slow-Cooker Sweet and Sour Meatballs
Total Time
5 hours 10 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For a meal on busy days, I pop ready-made meatballs in the slow cooker to make this tantalizing Asian-style specialty. Nothing is more convenient than walking in the door to dinner. —Lisa Stepanski, Munnsville, New York
Nutrition Facts:
8 meatballs: 794 calories, 29g fat (10g saturated fat), 186mg cholesterol, 582mg sodium, 94g carbohydrate (63g sugars, 2g fiber), 39g protein.
10/23
Breakfast Potatoes
Total Time
15 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These cheesy potatoes are a super morning side dish. I prepare them often for my husband and myself. They go great with just about any breakfast main dish. —Judy Dupree, Thief River Falls, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 180 calories, 4g fat (3g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 611mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein.
11/23
Hot Roast Beef Sandwich
Total Time
10 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Just like Mom or Grandma used to make—but so much quicker! Store-bought mashed potatoes and gravy and deli roast beef help you turn out this heartwarming combination before you can say, “Order up!” —Ruth Ann Bott, Lake Wales, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup meat mixture with 1/2 cup potatoes and 1 slice bread: 347 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 75mg cholesterol, 2051mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 3g fiber), 30g protein.
12/23
Salmon with Tarragon Sauce
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here’s a fast and foolproof microwave method for tender salmon steaks covered with a distinctive Dijon and green onion sauce. —Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 372 calories, 22g fat (6g saturated fat), 111mg cholesterol, 319mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 36g protein.
13/23
Minted Beet Salad
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We have neighbors who share vegetables from their garden, and every year my husband and I look forward to their beets. My interest in Mediterranean food inspired this beet salad recipe—the vinegar and oil dressing with fresh mint tones down the sweetness of the beets, and the kalamata olives add a salty touch. —Barbara Estabrook, Appleton, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 123 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 406mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat.
14/23
Coconut Acorn Squash
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Save yourself some time in the kitchen and toss the squash in the microwave for a quick dish. Sometimes squash can be a bit tasteless, so I conquer this by adding a bit of mango chutney and coconut. —Dierdre Cox, Kansas City, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 filled squash half: 251 calories, 11g fat (7g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 400mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 4g fiber), 2g protein.
15/23
Beef Enchiladas
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Beef enchiladas are typically prepared with corn tortillas, but my husband, Jeff, and I prefer flour tortillas. I use them in this saucy casserole that has irresistible home-cooked flavor and a subtle kick. —Jennifer Standridge, Dallas, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
2 enchiladas: 766 calories, 42g fat (24g saturated fat), 129mg cholesterol, 2643mg sodium, 61g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 6g fiber), 37g protein.
16/23
Chicken Kiev
Total Time
50 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
From holiday dinners to potluck suppers, this is one of my favorite meals. Folks love the mildly seasoned chicken roll-ups. —Karin Erickson, Burney, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 357 calories, 13g fat (6g saturated fat), 146mg cholesterol, 281mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 47g protein.
17/23
Chipotle Ranch Chicken Tacos
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Chop, chop...or not. These tacos are easy on the cook with ready-to-use produce, pico, dressing and cheese. Thinly slice the radishes and hot peppers, and your fiesta is ready. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
18/23
Italian Chicken Cordon Bleu
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Streamline any weeknight with this pretty main dish full of pleasing flavors. Chop the pepper ahead and pick up sliced mushrooms, and you’ll have this microwaved in moments. —Laura Mahaffey, Annapolis, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving (calculated without rice): 293 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 107mg cholesterol, 881mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 34g protein.
19/23
Mini Burgers with the Works
Total Time
30 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I started preparing these mini burgers several years ago as a creative way to use up bread crusts accumulating in my freezer. They're delicious. —Linda Lane, Bennington, Vermont
Nutrition Facts:
1 burger: 68 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 153mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
20/23
Super-Stuffed Mexican Potatoes
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These taters are packed! Your whole family will enjoy these hearty stuffed Mexican potatoes. —Steve Westphal, Wind Lake, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 stuffed potato (calculated without optional ingredients): 518 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 1267mg sodium, 88g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 13g fiber), 26g protein.
21/23
Turkey Enchilada Stack
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
As a child, my husband was one of the pickiest kids around, but my mother-in-law could always get him to dig in to this enchilada dish. —Ashley Wolf, Alabaster, Alabama
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 404 calories, 16g fat (5g saturated fat), 103mg cholesterol, 582mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 fat.
22/23
Granola Cereal Bars
Total Time
15 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These sweet peanut butter bars are perfect for breakfast, dessert or anytime as a quick snack. You can add raisins instead of chocolate chips if you prefer. —Helen Velichko, Kansas City, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 bar: 199 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 88mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
23/23
Bart's Black Bean Soup for Two
Total Time
10 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This soup is made in minutes. We enjoy it with Herbed Dinner Rolls from an older issue of Simple & Delicious. Add a salad for a complete meal that’s really tasty! —Sharon Ullyot, London, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 218 calories, 8g fat (6g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 964mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 11g protein.
