If you're big on homemade recipes but not so much on cleanup, then you'll love these simple winners that'll leave you with a full stomach and an empty kitchen sink.
Presenting the Winners from Our One-Pan Wonders Contest
Updated on Nov. 09, 2022
1/11
Grand Prize: Sheet-Pan New England Clam Bake
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
So many tasty swaps are possible for this recipe: Add pieces of salmon or haddock, use other quick-cooking veggies or go for kielbasa links. — Pamela Gelsomini, Wrentham, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 639 calories, 35g fat (15g saturated fat), 214mg cholesterol, 1302mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 46g protein.
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2/11
1st Place: Jalapeno Sloppy Joes
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband loves jalapenos—and I just love any and all heat. This savory meal with some spice is a perfect make-ahead solution for busy weeknights. Serve with your favorite chips. —Julie Herrera-Lemler, Rochester, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 322 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 888mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 1g fiber), 22g protein.
3/11
3rd Place: Sicilian Pizza (Sfincione)
Total Time
40 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My favorite pizza from childhood is still my favorite today. The crunchy bread-crumb topping sets it apart from its American counterpart. I like to top this pie with torn fresh basil. —Susan Falk, Sterling Heights, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 277 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 527mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 11g protein.
4/11
Most Innovative: Easy Tamale Pie with Peppers
Total Time
50 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Convenience items make for easy prep and one pan makes for easy cleanup. This quick and easy southwestern dinner is a surefire winner with my family. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 439 calories, 25g fat (9g saturated fat), 59mg cholesterol, 1152mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 23g protein.
5/11
Runner-Up: Apple-Walnut Bread Pudding
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
You can throw everything but the kitchen sink into bread pudding. This recipe came about because I had stale bread and apples that needed to be used. No apples? Use dried fruit, such as cranberries or apricots. —Debra Keil, Owasso, OK
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 367 calories, 17g fat (6g saturated fat), 112mg cholesterol, 328mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (31g sugars, 2g fiber), 8g protein.
6/11
Runner-Up: Cafe Rio Copycat Pork Bowls
Total Time
10 hours 20 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My friends are big fans of Cafe Rio’s sweet pork tacos, so I came up with this version to eat in the comfort of our own homes. Serve the pork in flour tortillas or taco shells, or enjoy it on its own. —Donna Gribbins, Shelbyville, Kentucky
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup cooked pork: 419 calories, 22g fat (8g saturated fat), 125mg cholesterol, 560mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 0 fiber), 37g protein.
7/11
Runner-Up: Herby Chicken with Apricots and Feta
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Mix up your weeknight menu with a flavorful braised chicken dish with Middle Eastern flair. I love to serve it with couscous. —Sally Sibthorpe, Shelby Township, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken thigh with 1/4 cup apricot mixture: 282 calories, 16g fat (4g saturated fat), 83mg cholesterol, 674mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 fat, 1/2 starch.
8/11
Runner-Up: Mexicali Quiche with Avocado Crust
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
You’ve heard of avocado toast, but what about avocado crust? New Mexican cuisine is my go-to, so I created this quiche with my family’s favorite ingredients: chorizo, tomatoes, avocado, green chiles and more. — Johnna Johnson, Scottsdale, AZ
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 475 calories, 36g fat (15g saturated fat), 139mg cholesterol, 481mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein.
9/11
Runner-Up: One-Pot Coconut Curry Lentil Soup
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This curry soup might be vegan, but it's still as creamy as ever. If you prefer a meatier bowl, toss some chicken and chicken broth into the recipe. —Kijan Zendi, San Diego, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 365 calories, 16g fat (16g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 493mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 7g fiber), 16g protein.
10/11
Runner-Up: Sausage & Bean Skillet with Crispy Plantains
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love a quick weeknight dinner, especially when the whole family loves it. This dish has tasty Caribbean flavors, and the plantain chips on top are a big hit. We love this with smoked sausage, but it's also delicious with spicy chicken sausage. —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 379 calories, 25g fat (8g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 1017mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 5g fiber), 14g protein.
11/11
Runner-Up: Thai Meatball Soup
Total Time
50 min
Servings
about 7 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This son-approved, Thai-inspired soup—with meatballs, kale, carrots and creamy coconut milk—is warm deliciousness on a chilly day. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
about 1 cup: 400 calories, 32g fat (17g saturated fat), 75mg cholesterol, 1040mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 21g protein.
