Recipes Everyday Cooking Quick and Easy Main Dishes 17 15-Minute Late Summer Dinners That Are Ridiculously Quick and Easy You'll spend less time in the kitchen and more time in the sun with these easy summer dinners! By Bailey Fink Bailey Fink Bailey Fink is a devout home cook and assistant editor at Allrecipes. She has written over 200 stories covering everything from cooking methods and storage techniques to grocery shopping on a budget, how-to guides, product reviews, and important food-related news. Allrecipes' editorial guidelines Updated on August 23, 2024 Close Photo: Dotdash Meredith Food Studios These simple suppers are just right for busy summer nights when you want to spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the rest of the season. These recipes are a breeze to make, but they don't skimp on flavor, so whichever quick and easy dish you pick, it's sure to wow family and friends and fuel them for more summer fun. 01 of 18 Tony's Summer Pasta naples34102 "This recipe is fantastic! I served Tony's Summer Pasta for a family dinner party and everyone wanted me to email the recipe to them," according to reviewer SHERRIE. This recipe uses mozzarella cheese, but reviewers say you could use feta too. View Recipe 02 of 18 Stir-Fried Chicken With Pineapple and Peppers Tricia Put your seasonal fruits and vegetables to good use with this simple stir fry recipe. It's colorful, light, and flavorful, and can be served over rice. View Recipe 03 of 18 Artichoke, Pesto, and Garlic Naan Bread Pizza Christina This savory naan bread pizza is a delicious and creative spin on traditional pizza. You can customize the toppings to your preference, and make it even more perfect for summer by cooking it on the grill. View Recipe 04 of 18 Pan-Fried Pork Chops with Sweet BBQ Sauce terryhongzs This easy recipe only requires a few ingredients to make the sauce. Combine barbeque sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, and garlic powder, and smother it over your pork chops. View Recipe 05 of 18 Creamy Pesto Penne with Sausage Deb C "This is such a simple recipe, but what a great flavor," said Allrecipes Allstar Deb C. This recipe uses a package of creamy pesto sauce mix, but you can substitute homemade or jarred pesto if you prefer. View Recipe 06 of 18 Chicken and Rice DebbieM5 If you're craving comfort food this summer, try this creamy chicken and rice recipe that even kids will love. Reviewers suggest adding frozen vegetables to make it a well-balanced one-pot meal. View Recipe 07 of 18 One-Pan Taco Dinner Melgirl This one-pan dinner is easy to make and completely customizable. Add your favorite taco toppings and serve in a bowl, in a tortilla, or on top of chips. View Recipe 08 of 18 Delicious Grilled Hamburgers abapplez Nothing screams summer like a juicy, delicious burger! And recipe creator BIGGUY728 has made one that's tender with a hint of smoky flavor. View Recipe 09 of 18 Chef John's Spaghetti with Red Clam Sauce mcrenegade "This is too quick and too easy to taste this good! The sauce was beautiful and the flavors were amazing," said reviewer Ann Becker. View Recipe 10 of 18 Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Shrimp bd.weld This air fryer shrimp recipe is very versatile — it can be served atop rice, pasta, or by itself. One reviewer suggests coating the shrimp in Panko seasoning to add crunch. View Recipe 11 of 18 Chicago-Style Hot Dog bd.weld While the hot dog is such a simple recipe- it packs amazing flavor! Plus, it's so versatile because you can add as many condiments as you want. "This is a great hot dog! Enjoyed the poppy seed buns! Delicious!" said reviewer Mary Harris. View Recipe 12 of 18 Strawberry and Feta Salad bellepepper This sweet and tangy salad is the perfect summer meal. Transform it into a main dish by topping it with shredded rotisserie chicken. View Recipe 13 of 18 Quick and Fresh Gazpacho Allrecipes Magazine If you're looking for a tasty summer soup, this gazpacho is the perfect way to end a hot summer day. "Save the spoon and serve this in a glass with a sprig of cilantro. This is a weekly staple around here," said Allrecipes Allstar Angela Sackett. View Recipe 14 of 18 Super Simple Salmon Dotdash Meredith Food Studios This easy salmon recipe is perfect for everyone — even if you've never made salmon before. Serve with rice or pasta and grilled asparagus. View Recipe 15 of 18 Rock's T-Bone Steaks llgrotts Reviewers rave about the spice blend used in the rub for this crowd-favorite T-bone steak recipe. "This is definitely even better than outback or any of the many restaurants I have eaten steak at," according to reviewer Billiejean. View Recipe 16 of 18 Jackfruit Vegan Tacos Buckwheat Queen These jackfruit tacos are a great alternative to chicken tacos. Top them with your favorite toppings for your next Taco Tuesday. "I highly recommend trying this recipe. Even if you aren't vegan, these tacos are delicious and will make you happy," said Allrecipes Allstar Buckwheat Queen. View Recipe 17 of 18 Lemon Pepper Cod France C "This was so quick and easy I couldn't believe it was already done! And it tasted great even my picky boyfriend was impressed," according to reviewer NOTANOTHERSKINNYCOOK. Serve alongside rice pilaf and a salad for a well-balanced meal. View Recipe 18 of 18 More Inspiration Dianne 20 Easy Summer Dinner Recipes 13 Mexican-Inspired Dinners Ready in 15 Minutes 8 Super-Easy Pasta Dinners Ready in 15 Minutes Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit