American recipes

16 simple American dinners you can cook on a weeknight.

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BBQ Brisket with Baked Beans and Cornbread

Slow-cooked, tender beef brisket glazed in sweet barbecue sauce, accompanied by savory baked beans and golden cornbread.

180 min 840 kcal
High-protein
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BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese

A smoky American classic featuring creamy macaroni pasta topped with tender shredded chicken covered in a sticky barbecue sauce.

30 min 800 kcal
High-protein
American

Beef Chili with Rice and Cheddar

A hearty, mildly spiced stew of minced beef and kidney beans, served over white rice and topped with cheese.

35 min 720 kcal
High-protein
American

Black Bean Burger with Oven Fries

A hearty homemade black bean and sweet corn burger topped with melted cheddar and mayonnaise, served alongside crispy oven-baked potato fries.

40 min 810 kcal
Vegetarian
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Buffalo Chicken Rice Bowl

Spicy, tangy Buffalo glazed chicken chunks piled over fluffy white rice with fresh vegetable accents and a cooling drizzle.

25 min 720 kcal
High-protein
American

Cheeseburger with Oven Fries

A juicy beef patty topped with melted cheddar on a soft bun, accompanied by crispy oven-baked potato fries.

35 min 780 kcal
High-protein
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Chicken Pot Pie

Tender pieces of chicken and vegetables simmered in a creamy sauce, all baked under a crisp puff pastry lid.

45 min 810 kcal
High-protein
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Jambalaya

A zesty and fully loaded one-pot rice dish packed with spiced chicken, savory sausage, and plump shrimp.

45 min 770 kcal
Lactose-freeHigh-protein
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Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes

A comforting baked beef loaf glazed with sweet ketchup, served with a generous portion of creamy mashed potatoes.

55 min 710 kcal
High-protein
American

Philly Cheesesteak with Fries

Thinly sliced steak and seared vegetables loaded into a soft roll with melted cheese, served with oven fries.

40 min 820 kcal
High-protein
American

Shrimp and Grits

A classic Southern dish featuring creamy, buttery grits topped with perfectly seared savory shrimp and vegetables.

30 min 610 kcal
High-protein
American

Sloppy Joes with Roasted Potatoes

A messy, satisfying sandwich filled with a rich, tangy minced beef sauce, served alongside crispy herb-roasted potatoes.

40 min 760 kcal
High-protein
American

Southern Fried Chicken with Mash and Gravy

Crispy, golden, flour-coated fried chicken served with smooth mashed potatoes and a savory pouring gravy.

35 min 700 kcal
American

Vegetarian BBQ Pulled Jackfruit Sandwich with Coleslaw

A smoky, sweet, and sticky American-style sandwich featuring tender shredded jackfruit in rich BBQ sauce, topped with creamy, crisp coleslaw.

20 min 720 kcal
VegetarianLactose-free
American

Vegetarian Chili with Cornbread

A thick, spiced tomato chili packed with beans and sweet corn, served alongside a slice of golden cornbread.

45 min 790 kcal
Vegetarian
American

Vegetarian Macaroni and Cheese with Broccoli

A supremely comforting American classic baked dish featuring tender macaroni and broccoli florets enveloped in a rich, incredibly cheesy cheddar sauce.

35 min 800 kcal
Vegetarian