ByCasey Rooney Updated on
Need some easy meals to prepare for the fam?? Here are 20 EASY Trader Joe’s recipe ideas that will have a delicious meal on your table in no time. All of these recipes are made with Trader Joe’s ingredients and are perfect for an easy dinner!
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Trader Joe’s is by far my favorite grocery store!! Not just for their awesome products but the fact that I don’t have to run all over a HUGE store to find things–I can literally be in and out in 10 minutes with a week’s worth of groceries!
My family and I live on TJ’s quick and tasty meals! Here’s just a small round-up of some of our faves!
EASY TRADER JOE’S RECIPES
All of these easy Trader Joe’s meals are family-friendly and perfect for an easy weeknight meal!
Trader Joe's Spinach and Artichoke Dip Pasta {Viral Recipe!}
ThisTrader Joe’s Spinach and Artichoke Dip Pastawent viral on TikTok with good reason! It’s absolutely delish and so easy to make! This recipe is a weeknight staple at our house!
Creamy Gnocchi Sausage Skillet
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This creamy Gnocchi & Sausage Skillet uses Trader Joe's cauliflower gnocchi, has a delicious flavor from lots of parmesan cheese and it's SO easy to make!
Best Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches Recipe (Shaved Steak)
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30 minutes to the best shaved steak sandwich recipe! Tender, shaved beef, caramelized onions, lots of flavor thanks to Worcestershire Sauce and melty cheese — piled on top of a buttery, toasted French roll.Philly Cheesesteak sandwiches for everyone!
Easy Sheet Pan Sausage and Gnocchi
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I LOVE sheet pan dinners!!! This Trader Joe's recipe uses chicken sausage combined with melt-in-your-mouth sweet potato gnocchi! It's super easy and ready in under 30 minutes!
Trader Joes Orange Chicken in the Air Fryer
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Craving takeout without the hassle of pick-up or waiting for delivery? You can whip up Trader Joe’s orange chicken in the air fryer in just fifteen minutes!
Trader Joe's Cheesy Hot Pepper Pasta
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This Cheesy Hot Pepper Pasta from Trader Joe's is fabulous! If you love cheesy pasta with a kick to it, this one is for you!
3-Ingredient Trader Joe’s Thai Coconut Curry Chicken Recipe
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This 3-Ingredient Trader Joe’s Thai coconut curry chicken - (coconut milk, curry paste, and chicken) - is one of our family’s favorite meals!! It takes all of 5 minutes to prepare and the whole thing can be made in your slow cooker.
Trader Joe's Grilled Turkey Meatball Skewers
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These juicy,Grilled Turkey Meatball Skewersare perfect for easy summer grilling! Made with all Trader Joe's ingredients, these meatball skewers come together in just 20 minutes! How easy is that for your next backyard party?
Trader Joe's Chicken Shawarma Hummus Bowls
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If you find yourself with a package of Trader Joe’s chicken shawarma, this is just the meal you need! With a few more simple ingredients, we’ll turn this into a delicious and nutritious meal.
Trader Joe's Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
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An easy, 3 ingredient, one pan meal, that takes less than 20 minutes start stir frychecks all the boxes and tastes just like the Chinese takeout version. Serve with Trader Joe's frozen rice or cauliflower rice.
Trader Joe's Fried Rice
A bag of Trader Joe's Fried Rice can be jazzed up in so many ways for a perfect, easy meal! This frozen rice is ready in minutes!
Easy Bruschetta Pizza
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This delicious pizza is quick, easy, and bursting with flavor! Made with just 5 ingredients it's great for a busy weeknight dinner or a fun pizza party with friends. You can use Trader Joe's bruschetta or regular pizza sauce for the base.
Slow Cooker Sausage Curry
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This easy slow-cooker sausage curry is an easy and flavorful meal the whole family will love! Warm and comforting, this lightly spicy dish is especially delicious in cooler months.
Chili Onion Crunch Pasta
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Trader Joe's Chili Onion Crunch Chicken Pasta uses the popular sauce to make a spicy, creamy noodle dish in just minutes with an Instant Pot! One of the best uses for this condiment is in pasta recipes.
Cruciferous Crunch Salad with Jalapeno Lime Vinaigrette
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I LOVE the Cruciferous Crunch Salad kit from Trader Joe's! Paired with Jalapeno Lime Vinaigrette it's great for a light dinner or tasty lunch in the warmer months!
Trader Joes Charcuterie Board
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This Trader Joe’s Charcuterie Board tutorial will teach you how to make the perfect easy charcuterie cheese and meat board, vegetarian charcuterie board or even a sweets charcuterie board.
Sheet Pan Trader Joe's Cauliflower Gnocchi with Chicken Sausage & Broccoli
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This easy one-pan dinner is made with just four ingredients, staring Trader Joe’s Cauliflower Gnocchi. Tender, juicy sausage, crispy gnocchi, & crispy broccoli!
Easy Potsticker Soup
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Potsticker soup uses frozen Trader Joe's Gyoza potstickers and is packed with onions, garlic, kale, and carrots. It’s a satisfying and warming soup for chilly days. That means lunch or dinner is ready in no time.
Seafood Cacio e Pepe with Scallops
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Looking for a simple pasta dish with a lot of flavor? This cheesy and creamy spaghetti Cacio e Pepe with scallops is the perfect weeknight dish that pleases everyone!
Instant Pot Trader Joe's Chile Lime Seasoned Chicken
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Instant Pot Trader Joe's Chile Lime Seasoned Chicken breast is so QUICK, EASY, and meal prep friendly! It takes less than 30 minutes to make, start to finish, and you'll love using this chicken on burrito bowls, sandwiches, in chili, or with rice!
Air Fried Frozen Gnocchi
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The gnocchi gets so crispy in the air fryer and is ridiculously easy to make. The gnocchi gets so crispy in the air fryer and when paired with the garlic powder it is so good!!
I hope you love these easy Trader Joe’s Recipe Ideas! If you try any of them, be sure to leave a comment and let us know how you liked it! Enjoy, xo!
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