14 Easy Trader Joe’s Dinner Ideas
Need some easy meals to prepare for the fam?? Here are 14 EASY Trader Joe’s dinner ideas that will have a delicious meal on your table in no time. The best part – all of these dinner recipes can be made in 30 minutes or less!
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Trader Joe’s is a goldmine when it comes to quick-fix dinner ideas. Ahem–the frozen food department 🙂
But if you want SIGHTLY more than a heat-and-eat meal, look no further! Here are 10 of the best Trader Joe’s dinner ideas that will have you out of the kitchen and enjoying a tasty meal in no time!
So grab your cute TJ’s reusable shopping bag and let’s get cooking!
EASY TRADER JOE’S DINNER RECIPES
All of these easy Trader Joe’s meals are family-friendly and perfect for a quick weeknight meal!
This recipe only uses 5 main ingredients, but is bursting with flavor! It’s a light and healthy meal when served with a green salad. Or, serve it over pasta or rice. Either way, you’ll love how this dish will be on your table in about 15 minutes!
Trader Joe’s Shaved Steak and Broccoli
Takeout or Trader Joe’s? The beef and broccoli recipe is made with Trader Joe’s shaved steak and is ready twice as fast as calling for takeout…and MUCH more yummy, too! Serve with Trader Joe’s Fried Rice!
Trader Joe’s Caramelized Onion Dip Chicken
5 minutes of prep and easy clean up! Need I say more?! This onion dip chicken will be a hit!
Trader Joe’s Lobster Bisque Pasta
This *viral* lobster bisque pasta recipe really lives up to the hype! It’s creamy, decadent, and requires MINIMAL effort! This pasta dish is perfect for date night and easy enough for EVERY night!
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This Trader Joe’s Zuppa Toscana is a cozy, weeknight friendly soup that tastes like a homemade version of the Olive Garden classic
Trader Joe’s Sweet and Sour Meatballs
The recipe for Trader Joe’s sweet and sour meatballs is the kind of easy, cozy dinner you will want on repeat!
Trader Joe’s Garlicky Pasta with Chicken
This Trader Joe’s Garlicky Pasta with Chicken and Asparagus might be my best friend. It’s quick, easy, comes together in one pan, and everyone.freaking.LOVES IT!
If you haven’t tried Trader Joe’s Beef Bulgogi, you’re missing out! It’s super flavorful and cooks up in about 10 minutes. One of my favorite ways to enjoy it is in these colorful beef bulgogi rice bowls with plenty of delicious sriracha mayo drizzled over the top!
Bonus recipe: Try the beef bulgogi tacos!
These Trader Joe’s Shaved Beef Sandwiches are your answer to a busy weeknight! Minimal ingredients and about 15 minutes will have this delicious dinner on your table! Serve it up with something easy like chips or french fries.
This Trader Joe’s Olive Tapenade Pasta is a simple take on the Italian version of “pasta puttanesca” ~ a savory, tomato-based pasta made with olive oil, olives, capers, garlic…what’s not to love?! This pasta dish is super easy to make and works well as a side dish with fish or chicken, or perfect as a stand-alone pasta meal!
9. Cheeseburger Salad with Magnifisauce
This salad just deconstructs a traditional cheeseburger (minus the carbs!!), so feel free to use whatever “toppings” you would traditionally put on your cheeseburger! It comes together super quickly for an easy lunch or dinner.
10. Trader Joe’s Egg Roll Bowl
We’re ditching the deep fryer and transforming all those classic “egg roll” flavors into a delicious bowl packed with savory ground turkey, Trader Joe’s Soyaki, and crunchy veggies. This dish has only FIVE main ingredients, and it’s super quick to whip up on those days you don’t feel like cooking!
11. Trader Joe’s Chicken and Orzo Skillet
This dish will impress your friends and family! Tender chicken is cooked with orzo, artichoke hearts, and sun-dried tomatoes. It’s all simmered in Trader Joe’s bone broth which gives the most incredible flavor…and it’s done in 30 minutes!
12. Trader Joe’s Gyros with Creamy Tzatziki
These Trader Joe’s gyros with creamy tzatziki basically cook themselves! Five ingredients and about 10 minutes is all you need to whip up this quick Trader Joe’s weeknight meal.
13. Trader Joe’s Thai-Style Chicken Curry
Trader Joe’s Thai-Style Red Curry Sauce is added in with chicken, veggies, and fresh basil to make this fast, delicious curry recipe!
14. Trader Joe’s Chicken Ranch Tacos with Roasted Corn
These delicious chicken ranch tacos are super easy to make and is an awesome meal-prep, too!
BONUS: Trader Joe’s Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich
This easy Trader Joe’s Philly cheesesteak recipe is made with Trader Joe’s shaved beef steak, melty provolone, sautéed peppers and onions, and is the perfect weeknight comfort food—no trip to Philly required! You can also try this Philly Cheesesteak quesadilla!
BONUS: Trader Joe’s Red Beans and Rice
Bring a taste of New Orleans to your table with this hearty Trader Joe’s red beans and rice, featuring smoky chicken sausage, tender veggies, and bold Cajun spices.
BONUS: Viral Dumpling Bake!
This Trader Joe’s viral dumpling bake (potsticker casserole) is worth the hype, believe me!
I hope you love these easy Trader Joe’s Dinner Ideas! If you try any of them, be sure to leave a comment and let us know how you liked it! Enjoy, xo!
