Finding weeknight dinner inspiration can be hard enough, let alone when you’re trying to come up with dinner ideas for two. Getting the portion sizes right is a challenge, and you always seem to end up making many more Tupperware containers-worth more than you ever really want to eat. But fear not, if you’re looking for inspiration for what to cook for you and a lucky plus one, we have your dinner ideas for two sorted.
From simple sticky noodles with rice, to creamy pastas and pork cutlets, these dinner recipes are all you’ll need to make intimate meal times less of a drag. Just add some salad or some potatoes, and you’ll have the perfect portions of dinner on the table before you know it.
Dining solo? Try one of our tasty dinner recipes for one.
Creamy mushroom pasta
Herby, spicy, garlicky, and done in half an hour.
Super-simple chicken parmigiana
Classic pub grub in the comfort of your home.
Chicken fried rice
This Asian inspired dinner is quick, simple and SO tasty! Full of delicious flavour and texture, this chicken fried rice is sure to become a family favourite in no time!
Roast chicken for two
There’s no need to wait for a family gathering or until you get a group of friends together before you can enjoy a roast meal. Sit down together to our roast chicken for two and enjoy!
Spanish pork cutlets
This delicious Spanish inspired dish combines tender grilled pork cutlets and slow-roasted vegetables to create a delicious meal the whole family will love.
Baked chicken with maple parsnips
Pan baked chicken with sweet caramelised onion and golden maple parsnips – simple, delicious and ready in under an hour. And suitable for diabetics too!
Ponzu tofu poke bowl
Try this nutritious and delicious veg-forward poke bowl for lunch or dinner.
Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes
Master the art of quick and tasty weeknight dinners with this easy salmon recipe.
Chicken with crushed harissa chickpeas
A weeknight winner that serves 2.
Beef rib eye for two
This romantic steak dinner is absolutely delicious topped with pats of melting anchovy butter, sautéed mushrooms and steamed green beans.
Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans
Cook up a storm in the kitchen tonight with these glorious Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans! Loaded with bags of flavour and texture – these are sure to be a hit!
Lamb mini roast
Cooking time for lamb is 50-60 minutes per kg. Note
Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds
This delectable vegetarian pasta is packed with mushrooms, pecorino and crunchy almonds. Delish! It’s also good for diabetics.
Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels
These delicious makrut lime and curry fish parcels are a light and healthy meal, perfect for the warmer weather. And they are suitable for diabetics.
Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables
Spicy, fresh and delicious! These beef slices make a great low carb lunch or dinner. This recipe is suitable for diabetics.
Spiced chicken wraps
These deliciously spicy chicken wraps are great for either lunch or dinner
Chana dhal with chutney yoghurt
What do you call this dahl?
Thai beef omelettes
Take your taste buds to Thailand with this filling and nutritious beef omelette, full of delicious authentic flavour and texture!
Mushroom brown rice risotto
The rich and earth flavours work so well in this classic Italian rice dish.
Prawns with risoni and peas
Serve our quick garlic prawns with mushy peas and risoni for a light meal that’s perfect for summer. Find more recipes like this in The Australian Women’s Weekly’s ‘Fast Favourite Dinners’ cookbook.
Root vegetable tray pizza
Take a twist on the classic takeout favourite with this root vegetable tray pizza – wholesome, nourishing, and oh-so-delicious!
Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad
Fresh, light and full of those essential fatty oils – this salmon dish from The Australian Women’s Weekly’s ‘Eating Well With Diabetes’ cookbook is a delicious no-fuss mid-week meal for two.
Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs
The addition of fresh mint, peas and ricotta adds a wonderfully fragrant and creamy note to these delicious chicken meatballs. Served in a rich tomato sauce over fresh pasta, it makes a great family meal.
Pineapple huli huli chicken wings
Tangy, sticky, sweet pineapple huli huli chicken wings! These beauties are quick, simple, and the perfect choice for dinner tonight!
Primavera frittata
We used a mixture of parsley, basil and dill for this recipe, but you can use any herbs you like. If your frying pan does not have a heatproof handle, cover the handle with aluminium foil to protect it from the heat of the grill. Frittata can be served warm or cold. Reheat slices of […]
Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad
Spice up dinner with this deliciously succulent za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad recipe – quick and easy and oh-so-tasty!
