Microwave cheat’s paella

Try this shortcut version of the Spanish classic paella, with chicken and chorizo for a midweek meal. The recipe is based on a microwave with a power of 750W

Courgette, lemon & mint linguine with fennel seed pangrattato

Mint and lemon bring a summery freshness to this pasta dish, and the scented pangrattato crumb is a lively, crunchy alternative to parmesan

Meatballs in tomato, cardamom & lime sauce

Enjoy these rich meatballs for a weeknight dinner or part of a larger spread. The meatballs are complemented by zingy lime and cardamom flavours

One-pot cheeseburger pasta

Combine the best of two comfort foods in one dish – perfect for a Friday night treat. Top with pickles and jalapeños to serve

Honey-mustard chicken

Marry the classic flavours of honey and mustard and use as the marinade for chicken breasts to make this easy midweek meal. Enjoy in a traybake with potatoes

Stuffed peppers bake

Fill peppers with mixed grains and feta, then bake in a tomato sauce for an easy, balanced midweek meal that delivers three of your five-a-day

Crispy shredded chicken

Try this takeaway favourite served with rice, or simply on its own as part of a buffet-style meal. It can work as a main course or starter to share

Black pepper chicken & lemon yogurt

Make pepper the star of the show with this flavourful dish. We’ve spatchcocked the chicken for quick cooking and to give the marinade maximum coverage

Spaghetti aglio e olio

Toss golden garlic and silky olive oil through spaghetti to make this classic Italian dish – ready in the time it takes to boil the pasta. It’s simple, flavourful and perfect for busy days

One-pot chicken & rice

Make a wholesome chicken dinner for all the family in under an hour. Plus, you only need one pan, so there’s less washing-up