10 healthy one-pot meals

Make a wholesome chicken dinner for all the family in under an hour. First, the chicken is coated in a smoky blend of spices then it's fried until brown. The magic happens when you cook the rice, leeks and herbs in the same garlicky-coated pan, so that it sucks up all the flavour. Once the rice is fluffy, it's time to serve.

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2. Kitchari

Kitchari is a soothing, dhal-like dish linked to Ayurvedic cleanses (an ancient system of alternative medicine from India) that's made with lentils, rice and spices. Make a big batch of this version with cauliflower to enjoy all week.

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3. Smoky beans & baked eggs

Pack in the protein with these vegetarian smoky beans and baked eggs. Great for a nutritious family supper, this dish calls for less than 10 ingredients – most of which you probably already have in your kitchen cupboard.

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4. Butternut squash & chickpea tagine

Make this tasty vegan tagine for dinner. It's packed with plant-based goodness, thanks to the squash, courgette, tomatoes and chickpeas. One serving counts as an impressive four of your five-a-day. It's freezable, too, so you can make a big batch.

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5. Vegan winter one-pan

This two-step vegan winter one-pan is a brilliant, comforting meal everyone can enjoy. It’s dairy-free, high in fibre, low in calories, and full of seasonal vegetables such as leeks, potatoes, and peppers.

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6. Chorizo, orzo & sweetcorn summer stew

Although this light pasta supper sings of summer, it can be eaten all year round. The crispy fried chorizo adds pops of spicy saltiness that work wonderfully with the tomato, sweetcorn and paprika.

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7. Artichoke & aubergine rice

Think of this as a healthy, vegan version of paella. Instead of seafood, it's made with jarred artichokes and chunks of aubergine, as well as parsley, lemon and garlic. It's low in fat and low in calories, and the leftovers are delicious, too.

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8. One-pan beef stew with vegetable mash

Our one-pan beef stew with vegetable mash is an easy stew containing all five of your five-a-day. Using lean red meat also means it’s packed with protein, iron, zinc, and B vitamins. The single-pan approach not only simplifies cooking but also reduces cleanup. Plus, this recipe is freezable, so you can enjoy the convenience of having ready-made leftovers for later in the week.

9. Chicken cacciatore one-pot with orzo

Enjoy comfort food at its best with this chicken cacciatore. As it cooks, the orzo soaks up the flavours of chicken and tomatoes, making a wonderfully rich pasta bake that's still full of goodness.

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10. One-pan cod & red shrimp

Stew chunks of cod with wild red shrimp to make a moreish, low-fat dinner. Whitefish is an important source of iodine, which is needed for a healthy metabolism. This recipe can be on your table in under an hour, with most of the cooking time spent simmering, making it a low-effort, hands-off meal.

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