10 Healthy One Pot Dinners That Cost Less Than 5 Per Serving

One-pot dinners come in handy when you're in a hurry, and you can make them on the cheap.

Image Credit: 4kodiak/E+/GettyImages Putting a delicious meal on the table doesn’t have to break the bank. In fact, if you shop smart, you can create a variety of nutrient-rich meals for just a few dollars per serving. Not only will it save you money in the long run, but you’ll become more creative with those fridge and pantry items that never seem to be used up until the expiration date passes.

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 We tapped two registered dietitians to get 10 nutritious one-pot dinners that are delicious and comforting— and they're all under $5 per serving. Check them out below.

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  1. One Pot Lemon Artichoke Chicken and Rice

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A single serving of this rice dish has 31.73 grams of protein.

Image Credit: Budget Bytes “Artichokes are low in fat and high in fiber, folate and vitamins C and K,” Andrea Mathis, RD says. “The fiber in artichokes helps to keep our digestive system functioning by promoting gut-friendly bacteria and reducing the risk of constipation and diarrhea.” Not to mention, the use of chicken breast in this recipe will help you keep full for longer.

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Buckwheat and Pork
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To make this dish vegetarian-friendly, omit the pork and add tofu or eggs. Image Credit: Natasha’s Kitchen Buckwheat is a good source of fiber and magnesium and helps to make this dish hearty and filling. It’s also rich in fiber, which has been linked to improved heart health and blood sugar levels, Mathis says. And because this recipe is naturally gluten and dairy-free, it’s ideal for a variety of diets.
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One-Pot Penne With Cauliflower and White Beans
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This dish only has 3 grams of fat per serving. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com “The combination of white beans and cauliflower offer many nutrients in this dish,” Mathis says. “Cauliflower is a great source of fiber, B-vitamins and antioxidants that have been linked to reduced inflammation and protection against some cancers.” And white beans are a good source of fiber and protein.
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One-Pan Eggplant Chicken Dinner
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This chicken dinner is perfect for paleo and Whole30 diets. Image Credit: Lexi’s Clean Kitchen In this dish you’ll get 2 servings of veggies thanks to the spinach and eggplant. “Just 1 cup provides a great source of manganese, folate and vitamins A and C, which help protect against cell damage,” Mathis says. If you don’t have eggplant on hand, feel free to substitute for green or yellow squash.
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Spinach Artichoke Wonderpot
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Feel free to use fresh or frozen spinach in this one-pot pasta. Image Credit: Budget Bytes Spinach is one of those veggies you can bulk up on in a recipe without altering the flavor. “In 3 cups of raw spinach, you’ll get over 300 percent of the daily need for vitamin K, which helps to support bone health,” Mathis says. In other words, add as much spinach as humanely possible without transforming your pasta into a salad.
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One-Pot Chicken Piccata
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Consider this Italian-inspired dish for a quick weeknight meal. Image Credit: Easy Chicken Recipes This recipe is a complete protein, but is also high in saturated fat, according to Nicole Rodriguez, RD. “Consider swapping the butter for olive oil for a more heart-healthy take on this classic,” she suggests. “And serve it with plenty of vegetables to balance out the high amount of sodium.”
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Garlic Butter Shrimp and Rice
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For a well-balanced meal, serve this rice dish with a side of veggies or a salad. Image Credit: Diethood “Shrimp is recommended by the American Heart Association as a lean protein source, as long as they’re not fried,” Rodriguez says. “Shrimp is low in saturated fat and calories and an excellent source of selenium, a mineral that plays an important role in reproductive health.” If you’re looking to reduce the calories of this dish, consider splitting it into more than 4 servings.
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Honey Mustard Chicken and Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Dinner
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Sweet potatoes are in season during the cold weather months, so consider stocking up for meals like this one. Image Credit: The Creative Bite This recipe is quick-to-make and has minimal ingredients. To make it a well-balanced meal, consider adding more vegetables to your sheet pan like brussels sprouts, zucchini or broccoli florets. Get the Honey Mustard Chicken and Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Dinner recipe and nutrition info from The Creative Bite.
Vegetable Pot Pie Skillet With Cheddar Biscuit Topping
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A frozen bag of veggies comes in handy on a busy weeknight. Image Credit: Budget Bytes Even though this is a comfort food dish, a few swaps will make it more of a wholesome meal, according to Rodriguez. “Pump up the protein with shredded rotisserie chicken and substitute in skim milk for half of the whole milk in this recipe.” Feel free to use reduced-fat cheese to reduce calories, too.
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One-Pot White Chicken Lasagna Soup

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Enjoy all the flavors of this American favorite in a hearty bowl of soup.

Image Credit: Real Housemoms This soup is ideal on a cold winter night, but it does require a few swaps to make it a better-for-you option. Bulk up on veggies in this soup — it will not only add additional vitamins and minerals, but it will also help you stay full longer. And to it lighten up even more, consider skipping the heavy cream and swapping the half and half for regular whole milk. Get the One-Pot White Chicken Lasagna Soup recipe and nutrition info from Real Housemoms. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative

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One-pot dinners come in handy when you're in a hurry, and you can make them on the cheap.

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A single serving of this rice dish has 31.73 grams of protein.

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Get the One Pot Lemon Artichoke Chicken and Rice recipe and nutrition info from Budget Bytes.

        Visit Page
        https://natashaskitchen.com    


To make this dish vegetarian-friendly, omit the pork and add tofu or eggs.

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Get the Buckwheat and Pork recipe and nutrition info from Natasha’s Kitchen.

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        https://www.livestrong.com    


This dish only has 3 grams of fat per serving.

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Get the One-Pot Penne With Cauliflower and White Beans recipe and nutrition info here.

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        https://lexiscleankitchen.com    


This chicken dinner is perfect for paleo and Whole30 diets.

Image Credit: Lexi’s Clean Kitchen

Get the One-Pan Eggplant Chicken Dinner recipe and nutrition info from Lexi’s Clean Kitchen.

Feel free to use fresh or frozen spinach in this one-pot pasta.

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Get the Spinach and Artichoke Wonderpot recipe and nutrition info from Budget Bytes.

        Visit Page
        https://easychickenrecipes.com    


Consider this Italian-inspired dish for a quick weeknight meal.

Image Credit: Easy Chicken Recipes

Get the One-Pot Chicken Piccata recipe and nutrition info from Easy Chicken Dinners.

        Visit Page
        https://diethood.com    


For a well-balanced meal, serve this rice dish with a side of veggies or a salad.

Image Credit: Diethood

Get the Garlic Butter Shrimp and Rice recipe and nutrition info from Diethood.

        Visit Page
        https://www.thecreativebite.com    


Sweet potatoes are in season during the cold weather months, so consider stocking up for meals like this one.

Image Credit: The Creative Bite

Get the Honey Mustard Chicken and Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Dinner recipe and nutrition info from The Creative Bite.

A frozen bag of veggies comes in handy on a busy weeknight.

Image Credit: Budget Bytes

Get the Vegetable Pot Pie Skillet With Cheddar Biscuit Topping recipe and nutrition info from Budget Bytes.

        Visit Page
        https://realhousemoms.com    


Enjoy all the flavors of this American favorite in a hearty bowl of soup.

Image Credit: Real Housemoms

Get the One-Pot White Chicken Lasagna Soup recipe and nutrition info from Real Housemoms.

Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative