When all you want is a comforting meal, but are short on time, these 30-minute comfort food recipes will save the day. Whether you’re feeling under the weather, need a pick-me-up after a long day, or need to deliver a meal to a friend in need, these quick and easy recipes will offer up some comfort in just half an hour. In addition to comforting supper recipes. we’ve also included comforting sides, appetizers, and even desserts for when you don’t want to whip up a whole meal.
From homemade chicken noodle soup to homemade mac and cheese and more, these comfort food recipes come together from start to finish in just 30 minutes.
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Thanks to rotisserie chicken, it’s possible to enjoy a comforting bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup in just 30 minutes.
This classic supper of pork chops that are served over a bed of rice and finished with a flavor-packed gravy is sure to deliver comfort in just one bite.
When all you want is a homemade dessert in a hurry, this two-ingredient cake will save the day.
You get two comfort foods in one bowl with chili mac which combines the best of two classic dishes.
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This classic snack is easy to make, can’t be messed up, and is sure to bring back plenty of memories from Grandma’s house.
Grilled cheeses are quick and easy to pull together, and our recommendation for making the best one ever is to use mayonnaise instead of butter.
While soups can sometimes be time intensive to pull together, this recipe leans on the Instant Pot to serve up a black-eyed pea soup in just 30 minutes.
Fried chicken just like Mama used to make comes together with just a handful of ingredients.
Roasted tomatoes add an extra layer of flavor to a cheesy dish of homemade mac and cheese.
Convenience items likes jarred sauce and frozen meatballs help this comforting casserole come together quickly.
A casserole that’s topped with sweet Hawaiian rolls is guaranteed to deliver plenty of comfort to the whole family.
These chocolate cookies that are topped with chocolate icing are the ideal dessert for chocolate lovers who need a quick and easy dessert.
Whether you enjoy it on its own or alongside a bowl of homemade chili, cooking up cornbread in a skillet is always a good idea.
You probably always have all of the ingredients to whip up a batch of homemade deviled eggs on hand at all times. This classic recipe will taste just like they did when Grandma made them.
Fews things are more comforting that a bowl of homemade chili, and thanks to this recipe you don’t have to spend all day in the kitchen to whip it up.
Use a rotisserie chicken to pull together this pasta dinner quickly. Plus, broccoli adds a nutritious vegetable to the mix.
