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Skip the Delivery 19 Recipes That Taste Even Better Than Takeout

Erren Hart

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12/18/2024

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Craving your favorite takeout dishes without the wait? These 19 recipes prove you don’t need delivery to enjoy restaurant-quality meals at home. From classics like butter chicken curry and beef and broccoli stir fry to fun twists like Mexican street corn chicken and spicy shrimp tacos, this collection has something for every craving. You’ll even find homemade versions of Kentucky fried chicken, sheet pan pizzas, and garlic bread that taste better than what you’d order. Quick, easy, and full of flavor, these recipes will make takeout a thing of the past.

Sheet Pan Caprese Pizza

Sheet Pan Caprese Pizza
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Transform your favorite salad into the ultimate dinner star with this irresistible Herbed Sheet Pan Caprese Pizza! Packed with bold flavors and vibrant ingredients, it’s an easy, crowd-pleasing recipe guaranteed to wow everyone at the table.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Caprese Pizza

Crockpot Chicken Fajitas

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Craving a dinner that’s easy to make but bursting with flavor? Meet your new favorite: Crockpot Chicken Fajitas! Tender, spice-rubbed chicken breasts simmer slowly to perfection, filling your kitchen with irresistible aromas and delivering a meal that’s guaranteed to wow.
Get the Recipe: Crockpot Chicken Fajitas

Kentucky Fried Chicken (Copycat Recipe)

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Bring the irresistible taste of Kentucky Fried Chicken straight to your kitchen! This recipe unlocks the secret blend of herbs and spices, giving you that authentic flavor you’ve been craving. Get ready to wow your taste buds!
Get the Recipe: Kentucky Fried Chicken (Copycat Recipe)

Easy Guacamole

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Ditch the chopping and head straight to the good stuff! This recipe uses readily available fresh ingredients to create a delicious and authentic guacamole in under 20 minutes.

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Vegan Pepperoni Pizza

Vegan Pepperoni Pizza
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Who says pizza nights are off the table on a plant-based diet? Not anymore! Treat yourself to this irresistible vegan Pepperoni Pizza. Fluffy homemade dough, zesty sauce, savory vegan pepperoni, and gooey vegan mozzarella come together for a slice of perfection. Ready to bake, devour, and fall in love all over again!
Get the Recipe: Vegan Pepperoni Pizza

Massaman Curry

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This homemade Massaman curry is a symphony of deliciousness! Rich coconut milk blends seamlessly with warm Asian spices, creating a fragrant sauce that coats succulent, tender meat. It’s a flavorful and satisfying dish sure to tantalize your taste buds.

Get The Recipe: Massaman Curry

BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza

BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza
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Seeking an effortless dinner idea with minimal prep? Give this scrumptious BBQ chicken flatbread a shot! It bakes to perfection in the oven, offering a crispy crust and gooey toppings. Utilizing a premade flatbread base and uncomplicated BBQ chicken toppings, this dish is not only simple but also gratifying, serving as an ideal choice for hectic weeknights.
Get the Recipe: BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza

10 Minute Cashew Shrimp

This Chinese recipe for 10 Minute Cashew Shrimp from Erren's Kitchen is quick, easy, delicious and on the table in less in 10 minutes - what more could you ask for?
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Experience a classic taste of China! Sweet shrimp and crunchy cashews combine in a simple yet flavorful stir-fry, bringing a timeless Chinese dish to your weeknight table.

Get The Recipe: 10 Minute Cashew Shrimp

Baked Eggplant Parmesan

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This Italian Baked Eggplant Parmesan recipe uses roasted eggplant instead of fried eggplant, creating a simple, cheesy vegetarian meal.

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Italian Sausage and Peppers

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This easy Italian sausage and peppers recipe can be made on the grill or in the oven. Serve in a roll, alongside pasta, or as a pizza topping.

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Butter Chicken Curry

A bowl of vibrant orange color butter chick with a swirl of yogurt and fresh cilantro.
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No need to visit a restaurant! Our butter chicken recipe unlocks the secrets of this Indian classic. Tender chicken bathed in a creamy and flavorful sauce, bursting with fragrant spices, awaits you for a delightful culinary journey at home.

Get The Recipe: Butter Chicken Curry

Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

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Short on time and cooking skills? This recipe is your weeknight savior! With a handful of ingredients and just 20 minutes, you can create a delicious and satisfying stir-fry featuring tender beef and crisp broccoli. It’s so easy, even kitchen novices can master it!

Get The Recipe: Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

Japanese Curry

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Experience the magic of Japanese cuisine with this family-friendly curry recipe. Tender chicken, fluffy potatoes, and crisp carrots mingle in a delightful curry sauce, capturing the essence of Japanese comfort food. It’s easy to prepare and guaranteed to be a hit with everyone at the table!

Get The Recipe: Japanese Curry

Perfect Homemade Garlic Bread

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This recipe makes perfect homemade garlic bread in just 15 minutes. With simple ingredients and a quick process, you can enjoy fresh-baked goodness whenever the craving strikes.

Get The Recipe: Perfect Homemade Garlic Bread

Red Lentil Dahl Curry

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Brimming with flavor, cost-effective, and nutritious, this Indian Red Lentil Dahl Curry is incredibly tasty and easy to prepare!

Get The Recipe: Red Lentil Dahl Curry

Spaghetti and Meatballs

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Skip the jar! These homemade Italian meatballs are simmered in rich spaghetti sauce for a taste of authentic Italian comfort food.

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Mexican Street Corn Chicken

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This irresistible Mexican Street Corn Chicken bursts with vibrant colors and bold, mouthwatering flavors that bring the best of Mexican cuisine right to your plate.
Get the Recipe: Mexican Street Corn Chicken

The Best Hamburger Recipe

a Cheeseburger on a bun piled high with toppings
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Searching for the best hamburger recipe? With this comprehensive guide, you can make delicious, juicy burgers using any cooking method.

Get The Recipe: The Best Hamburger Recipe

Easy Spicy Shrimp Tacos

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Whip up these spicy shrimp tacos in no time flat. Juicy, marinated shrimp bursting with spice is nestled in warm tortillas, ready for your favorite toppings. Dinner doesn’t get much faster or tastier!

GET THE RECIPE: Shrimp Tacos

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