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on Nov 02, 2022, Updated Nov 19, 2023
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Skip a bowl of cereal, and try one of our favorite Easy Meals for One!
It may seem like every recipe feeds a crowd, but there are loads of delicious and healthy recipes you can make for a party of one without tossing out leftovers afterward. Here are some of our fave solo meal ideas that you’ll love.
These quick and easy recipes—From fettuccine alfredo to ramen to sandwiches, these quick and easy recipes are perfect for a quick dinner for one person without leftovers.
Easy Fettuccine Alfredo For One
This recipe makes a creamy Alfredo pasta for just one person, and you won’t end up with leftovers for a week.
Sausage Kale Rice Bowl for One
Made with smoky sausage and healthy kale, this hearty and delicious meal for one is perfectly portioned.
5-Minute Miso Soup For One
This cozy miso soup can warm you up on a cold day. The best part? It only takes five minutes to make a small portion of this delectable soup.
Pasta for One in 10 Minutes
This recipe is perfect for one person and you don’t even need to measure.
Just five simple ingredients and boom! Your pasta dish is ready.
Vegetable Casserole for One
Casserole dishes are not just for a crowd. You can make this small veggie casserole for a quick, healthy weeknight meal.
Salisbury Steak Recipe for One
Mouthwatering Salisbury steak topped with an onion mushroom gravy, this low-carb, satisfying meal is ready in just a few minutes with only a handful of basic ingredients.
Easy Fried Rice for One
Make use of leftover rice with this easy-fried rice recipe.
Made with your veggies of choice and no eggs, this dish is simple and delicious.
Buttered Noodles for One
In just 15 minutes, these comforting buttered noodles are ready to plate and serve! This will be your new weeknight go-to recipe.
Baked Oats For One
A hearty and healthy breakfast, baked oats are a great way to kick start the day.
In just 5 minutes, this yummy breakfast dish is ready!
French Toast Recipe For One
Buttery and sweet, this French toast recipe is perfect for a party of one. With just a handful of ingredients and two steps, this mouthwatering breakfast is ready.
Risotto For One
This creamy risotto dish is perfectly portioned for just one person, and it’s just as flavorful and delicious as any risotto recipe. Plus, it only takes 30 minutes to make.
Lemon Garlic Chicken For One
This tangy and flavorful chicken is a quick and simple dish to make for one person. This recipe makes it simple to prep a savory meal for yourself.
Microwave Ramen
Quick and simple, this microwave ramen recipe is a lifesaver when you get home late from work.
Microwave Potato Soup
Loaded with creamy mashed potatoes, bacon, cheese, and scallions, this mouthwatering soup is the perfect meal for one.
Here are some of our favorite breakfast ideas for one person:
- Pancake Recipe For One: Fluffy, sweet, and mouthwateringly delicious, these are perfect for a weekend breakfast for one.
- Edible Cookie Dough For One: Safe to eat and utterly delicious, this eggless cookie dough recipe is an indulgence you will love.
- Waffle Recipe For One: These waffles are so delicious and super simple to make! Plus, you don’t have to make a huge batch.
- Microwave Oatmeal: In just a few minutes, this 3-ingredient oatmeal dish is ready to start the day with you.
How Can A Single Person Eat Healthy?
Keeping canned goods on hand is a great way to have some easy, healthy sides ready to go.
You can also look for recipes that freeze well so you don’t have to force yourself to eat the same leftovers for a straight week. Healthy choices like quinoa, brown rice, barley, and dried legumes are also great choices for healthy eating.
14 Quick and Easy Meals for One (Fettuccine Alfredo Recipe and More)
By: Izzy
This recipe makes a creamy Alfredo pasta for just one person, and you won’t end up with leftovers for a week.
Cook: 20 minutes mins
Servings: 1
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Ingredients
- 2 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 1/2 chicken breast
- 1/2 clove garlic, minced
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 1/8 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
Optional for Serving
- fresh parsley, chopped
- red pepper flakes
Instructions
Cook pasta in a large pot of water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and toss with a small amount of olive oil to prevent sticking.
Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and butter followed by sliced chicken breasts.
Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the chicken is no longer pink and starting to turn golden brown.
Add the minced garlic and season with salt and pepper. Sauté for 30 seconds more until fragrant.
Add cream to the pan and reduce heat to medium-low.
Cook several minutes until the sauce is bubbling and thickening, stirring from time to time.
Once thickened, add parmesan to the pan and stir until combined. Remove from heat.
Add cooked pasta to the chicken mixture, tossing several times to combine.
Place pasta on a serving plate. Sprinkle remaining parmesan on top and garnish with optional parsley. Enjoy!
Nutrition information provided is an estimate only and will vary based on ingredient brands and cooking methods used.
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I'm Izzy, a food lover and photographer. Here you’ll find a collection of simple recipes that are perfect for busy people. My blog aims to help you make and enjoy delicious and healthy food at home.
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