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This post was specifically requested by someone in my life. I won’t tell you who…JK it was obviously Mama Maven… but I’m sure many of you can relate! Most of us are spending 24/7 at home and that means cooking allll the meals. If you’re the primary chef in you’re home, you’re likely feeling a tad burnt out by now and ready for your partner to step up and cook!

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Now in full transparency, Mama Maven’s suggestion for this post had a slightly more controversial title that I doubt my Dad would have enjoyed so instead we’re sticking to a more general subject line and sharing easy recipes for your partner who doesn’t cook.

If your partner isn’t comfortable in the kitchen that is a big ask though! And can feel more stressful to have them in there than if you just made dinner yourself. Trust me, I get it. From my experience, it’s about making sure they feel empowered and trusted in the kitchen… and super straight-forward, simple recipes don’t hurt!

Hopefully you (and your partner!) are feeling inspired and maybe encourages said partner to get creative in the kitchen. Sit back, relax and enjoy whatever concoction they come up with – whether or not the resemble any of the above lol.

10 Easy Recipes for a Beginner Chef


Everything Bagel Baked Chicken Tenders

A fun twist on a childhood classic, these everything bagel baked chicken tenders will quickly become a family favorite. They come together in under 30 minutes with just 5 ingredients and 3 easy steps. You’ll never buy store-bought chicken fingers again!

Get your Mexican fix with this healthy and easy Quinoa Taco Salad. This meal with inspire you to incorporate more plant-based meals into your life that are full of flavor and good-for-you ingredients.

Quinoa Taco Salad

If you don’t make taco salad on your “easy dinner” nights, who are you?! Prep all of the components and have everyone build their own bowls if you want to ease into this whole cooking thing.

Veggie Pad Thai Recipe

Get the taste of your favorite thai dish with a vegetarian twist in this easy veggie pad thai recipe. It’s ready in just 20 minutes and will give you the extra dose of veggies you need for a filling and flavorful dinner recipe.

Easy + Basic Homemade Pizza Dough Recipe

No dough? No problem. This easy, fool-proof pizza dough recipe is made for beginners so no matter where you’re at

a picture of a chicken thigh in a zesty lemon sauce with potatoes, chickpeas and kale

Sheet Pan Lemon Chicken [with Potatoes, Chickpeas + Kale]

A one-pan recipe for zesty lemon chicken with chickpeas, potatoes and crispy kale. Baked and ready in under an hour.

Easy Teriyaki Chicken [Ready in 20 Minutes]

Want a quick and easy dinner recipe that comes together in under 20 minutes? Whip up this 20-minute Teriyaki chicken recipe with steamed broccoli and brown rice for a healthy meal or weeknight dinner.

Healthy Kimchi Fried Rice for a weeknight meal packed full of veggies and gut-healthy kimchi! #kimchi #friedrice

Healthy Kimchi Fried Rice

The flavors in this fried rice are insane. First time chefs looking to wow your audience? This one’s for you and can all be prepped in one single pan or cast-iron!

Vegetarian Tortilla Soup Recipe

Swap the chicken for quinoa in this healthy Vegetarian Tortilla Soup Recipe! Quinoa is high in fiber and protein and makes a great non-meat alternative in this spicy Mexican soup.

Eggplant Parmesan Quinoa Casserole

Get the best of eggplant parmesan in this meal-in-one, easy clean-up version of eggplant parmesan quinoa casserole. No need to precook your quinoa – just mix your ingredients and make for a delicious, easy dinner recipe.

Mediterranean Orzo Salad

This simple and fresh Mediterranean Orzo Salad is perfect for a summer potluck or quick weekday lunch. Packed full of veggies and flavor this vegetarian dish is easily meal-prepped and will last all week.

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Hi! I'm Davida and welcome to my corner of the internet. I'm a wellness blogger, yoga teacher, certified herbalist, and green beauty lover.

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