27 Weeknight Recipes To Break Your Takeout Habit

Got a takeout habit that’s hard to shake? Let’s change that with 27 fabulous, quick, and easy recipes! In no time, you’ll replace the delivery menus with homemade feasts that don’t compromise on taste. Break out the takeout rut and save some bucks while enjoying fresher, healthier dinners. Give it a go, and soon you’ll see why home cooking is the best deal!

Pizza Rolls

Homemade Pizza Rolls give us major ‘ditch the takeout’ vibes. They are a fulfilling, fun, and tasty snack that ticks all the right boxes on a weeknight. Give it a try, you won’t be disappointed.
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Dauphinoise Potatoes

Move over boring potato dishes, our Dauphinoise Potatoes are taking over. One bite of this classic French dish, and you’ll forget all about ordering out! There’s more to homemade meals than you think.
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Egg Bites

Egg Bites are a fast yet flavorful answer to your takeout breakfast. Customize them with your favorite veggies or cheeses and you’ve got a unique morning boost every day—no fancy coffee shop can beat that! They’re a perfect way to break your takeout habit with vibrant and nutrition-packed ingredients.
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Air Fryer Cheese Quesadilla

Don’t let cravings drive you towards takeout, try the Air Fryer Cheese Quesadilla instead. It’s a weeknight recipe to convince you that some of the best meals are homemade at home.
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Corn Casserole

Say goodbye to takeout and hello to your new favorite, the Corn Casserole. It’s a combo of all things warm, comforting, and hearty. Replacing your usual dinners with this masterpiece is an easy way to say no to last-minute takeout temptations.
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Spicy Korean Cucumber Salad

Our Spicy Korean Cucumber Salad is what you need to jazz up your weeknight meals—no delivery needed! It’s all the craving satisfaction you need, and it’s homemade, fresh, and incredibly tasty.
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Pasta alla Norma

Long day and don’t fancy your usual delivery? Try the Pasta alla Norma. It brings Italy’s elegant simplicity into your kitchen—who needs flight tickets or takeout when you can eat like this at home? With this in your weeknight rotation, breaking the takeout habit becomes a delicious venture.
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Sweet Potato Tacos

Breaking the takeout habit turns delectable with Sweet Potato Tacos. With the sweetness of potatoes wrapped in a crunchy taco, you get a dish that’s both hearty and wholesome—a new weeknight champion.
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Easy Vegetable Stew

Swap the regular takeout meals for some home-cooked goodness with our Easy Vegetable Stew. It’s hearty, healthy, and easy to make—a perfect balance for a weeknight meal.
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Tortilla Pizza

Ditch the delivery and instead, turn a humble tortilla into a delicious pizza. That’s right, Tortilla Pizza is a real thing and as fantastic as it sounds. Not only is this dish a fun new take on pizzas, but it’ll also convince you that homemade food can be just as good, if not better, than takeout.
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Cauliflower Steaks

Fancy a delicious twist for dinner? Try Cauliflower Steaks! They’re a power-packed and tasty alternative to those heavy meat takeout meals. So, give your kitchen a chance to surprise you and within a few days, you’ll happily replace your regular delivery with this nutritional bombshell.
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Thai Yellow Curry

Please your spicy cravings with our Thai Yellow Curry. It’s the best way to enjoy the comfort of your favorite takeout without the guilt. With a bowlful of this goodness, you’ll realize that creating your takeout-style food at home is not just doable but incredibly wonderful.
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Waffles

Skip the takeout pancake stack and say hello to some amazing homemade Waffles. Just plug in your waffle iron and return your breakfast from the takeout restaurants. You’ll soon realize the morning rush isn’t that hectic after all.
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Copycat Chipotle Corn Salsa

Craving Chipotle’s corn salsa but wary of takeout? Make it at home! The Copycat Chipotle Corn Salsa is a great way to keep your diet in check without giving up on your favorite tastes.
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Broccoli Casserole with Crackers

Need a perfect dinner? Our Broccoli Casserole with Crackers has got you covered. It’s a meal that combines comfort and nutrition perfectly. Think of your favorite takeout meal but healthier and filled with crunch. Breaking the habit of ordering out gets easier with dishes like this one.
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Mushroom Risotto

Done with mediocre takeout meals? Then why not turn your kitchen into a fine-dine restaurant with Mushroom Risotto? The classic comfort food proves cooking at home can be a spectacular cooking experience. So, step away from the delivery apps and into a rich, creamy heaven with this one.
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Pizza Salad

Who says salads are boring? Try Pizza Salad. It takes everything we love about pizzas and wraps it up in a healthier package. Once you taste this, your standard takeout order might start feeling like second best.
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Egg and Potato Breakfast Casserole

If a hearty kickstart to the day is your thing, look no further than the Egg and Potato Breakfast Casserole. When you bake nutrition and taste together, you don’t need to settle for dull takeout options. Just a few ingredients and your busy mornings will be all the more enjoyable.
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Copycat Chipotle Burrito Bowl

Who said takeout always tastes better? Our Copycat Chipotle Burrito Bowl gives any restaurant a run for its money. It’s a healthier alternative without sacrificing classic flavors; your new weeknight kitchen win.
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Asparagus Casserole

Our Asparagus Casserole is a healthy and pleasing break from the takeout routine. It’s comfort in a dish, perfect for sprucing up any weeknight. Who needs delivery when homemade tastes so good?
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Cilantro Lime Rice

Bring to your weeknights a refreshing change with Cilantro Lime Rice. It’s flavorful, simple and a fantastic stand-in for takeout rice dishes. This is how you upgrade your home cook status!
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Veggie Pizza

Give your regular pizza delivery a break and switch to homemade Veggie Pizza. You can save money and calories by swapping one for your usual cheesy takeout order. Home never tasted so good!
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Southern Mash

Swap the regular takeout sides for serious comfort—try the Southern Mash. It’s warm, filling, and a fantastic solution for breaking the takeout habit.
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25 Minute Black Bean Burger

Skip the greasy takeout burgers and build your own with our 25 Minute Black Bean Burger recipe. It’s quick to make and packed with flavors—a weeknight win-win.
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Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

Say goodbye to takeout pasta with Spaghetti Aglio e Olio. It’s a perfect dish that brings Italy’s elegant simplicity onto your plate. Set new weeknight goals with this delicious home-cooked meal.
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Copycat Chipotle Black Beans

With our Copycat Chipotle Black Beans, your familiar flavors are right at your kitchen table. It’s healthier, homemade, and hearty—the perfect recipe to break your takeout habit.
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Cacio e Pepe

Breaking the takeout habit doesn’t mean saying goodbye to indulgence and the Cacio e Pepe proves just that. Resist the urge to order, and soon this creamy pasta will become your weeknight staple.
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