Crush your Whole30 in the most delicious way possible with one (or more!) of these tried-and-true Whole30 Dinner Recipes. These are our very best reader approved recipes for easy weeknights dinners and indulgent weekend cooking!

Dinner can be a chore in the best of times. And on a Whole30? It can feel like a doozy.
But fear not! “What’s for dinner?” might be the question, and these tried-and-tested reader favorite Whole30 Dinner recipes are the answer! You’ll find a variety of clean, no-fuss meals for easy weeknight dinners, kid-friendly favorites, and indulgent comfort foods.
Savor savory beef stew, fix your craving for Taco Tuesday, find a 15-minute meal for one of those nights, and fill your freezer with one-pot wonders that easily double. Got a need? This list will fill it!
Whole30 Dinner “Rules”
Dinner should be a meal we look forward to, Whole30 or not. It’s a chance to unwind from our hectic days and connect with our loved ones over a shared meal. Our rules for curating the BEST Whole30 dinner recipes serve that purpose:
- They are EASY. No expensive tools, fancy techniques, or hours laboring over the stove. Most recipes are ready in under an hour (save the slightly longer ones for a lazy Saturday). We’ve noted “perfect for weeknights” on meals that can be prepped, cooked, and served in under 45 minutes.
- They are COMPLETE. If it’s not a one-pot meal or single skillet wonder, you’ll find appropriate side dishes that pair perfectly.
- They are GENEROUS. Need to plan for leftovers? Is having a freezer stash a sanity saver? Is Sunday meal prep your jam? We’ve got meals for that! We’ve noted “great for leftovers” or “freezer friendly” for meals you can double and freeze or count on for leftovers.
- They are REAL. Real recipes, for real people using “regular” ingredients you can find at your local grocery store.
- They’re mostly FAMILY FRIENDLY. The majority of our Whole30 recipes are kid-tested and approved. Who needs to cook two dinners? Not you dear reader! We‘ve noted “kid-friendly” for recipes my (picky eater!) children eat without complaint.
One Month’s Worth of the BEST Whole30 Dinner Recipes
The Best Whole30 Beef Stew
Dutch Oven Beef Stew
- Perfect for weekend cooking
- Great for leftovers
- Freezer friendly
- Kid-friendly
Extra Veggie Beef Chili
Healthy Chili with Ground Beef
- Easy to double
- Great for leftovers and meal prep
- Freezer friendly
- Kid-friendly
Instant Pot Italian Pot Roast
Instant Pot Pot Roast
- Great for leftovers (makes 8 servings)
- Perfect for weekend cooking
- Kid-friendly
Whole30 Turkey Burgers
Serve it with: Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Paleo Turkey Burgers (Whole30, Keto, Low Carb)
- Perfect for weeknights (35 minute meal)
- Kid-friendly
- Great for leftovers
Whole30 Steak Bites with Sweet Potatoes and Peppers
Whole30 Steak Bites with Sweet Potatoes and Peppers
- Perfect for weeknights (45 minute meal)
- One-skillet recipe
Whole30 Hamburger Soup
Easy Hamburger Vegetable Soup
- Great for leftovers (serves 6)
- Easy to double
- Freezer friendly
- Weekend cooking or ambitious weeknight (ready in 1 hour)
- Kid-friendly
Instant Pot Whole30 Tacos
Serve it with: Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice or Avocado Salad
Instant Pot Whole30 Chicken Tacos
- Perfect for weeknights (30 minute meal)
- Good for leftovers (serves 6)
- Easy to double
- Great freezer stash
- Kid-friendly
Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Ground Beef Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
- Perfect for weeknights (30 minute meal)
- Kid-friendly
Healthy Tuscan Chicken over Spaghetti Squash
Healthy Tuscan Chicken over Spaghetti Squash
- Easy to double
- Makes great for leftovers
Korean Beef Bulgogi
Serve it with: Cauliflower Rice
Whole30 Bulgogi (Healthy Korean Beef BBQ)
- Great for weeknights (make the marinade in the morning or the night before)
- Kid-friendly
Apple Chicken with Cider Mustard Sauce
Serve it with: Cauliflower Rice
Apple Chicken with Cider Mustard Sauce
- Great for weeknight cooking (45 minute recipe)
- Kid-friendly
Ground Beef Picadillo
Serve it with: Cauliflower Rice
Easy Weeknight Picadillo Recipe
- Easy to double
- Makes great leftovers
Instant Pot Pulled Pork
Serve with: Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad
Instant Pot Pulled Pork
- Excellent freezer stash (makes 12 servings)
- Great for leftovers and meal prep
- Perfect for weekend cooking
Healthy Sweet and Sour Chicken
Serve it with: Cauliflower Rice
Healthy Sweet and Sour Chicken
- Perfect for weeknight cooking (25 minute meal)
- Kid-friendly
- Easy to double
- Great for leftovers
Instant Pot Beef Ragu
Serve it with: Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes
Instant Pot Beef Ragu
- Perfect for weekend cooking
- Great for leftovers
- Excellent freezer stash
Seared Salmon with Cucumber Mango Salsa
Serve it with: Garlic Green Beans, Sautéed Kale, and/or Roasted Asparagus
Cucumber Mango Salsa over Pan-Seared Salmon
- Perfect for weeknights (20 minute meal)
Apple Cider Pulled Pork
Serve it with: Apple Cider Vinegar Coleslaw
Apple Cider Pulled Pork
- Great for leftovers (serves 12)
- Excellent freezer stash
- Good for weeknight cooking (prep in the morning)
- Kid-friendly
Lemon Garlic Chicken and Asparagus Skillet
Lemon Garlic Chicken and Asparagus Skillet
- Great for weeknights (35 minute meal)
- Kid-friendly
- Easy to double
- Great for leftovers
Beef Kofta Meatballs
Serve it with: Cauliflower Tabbouleh
Lebanese Beef Kofta Spiced Meatballs
- Perfect for weeknight cooking (35 minute meal)
- Good for meal prep
- Kid-friendly
Chicken Shawarma Salad
Chicken Shawarma Salad with Tahini Dressing
- Perfect for weeknight cooking (make the marinade in the morning!)
- Great for meal prep
Instant Pot Chicken Curry
Serve it with: Cauliflower Rice
Instant Pot Chicken Curry
- Perfect for weeknight cooking (30 minute meal)
- Kid-friendly
- Easy to double
- Excellent freezer stash
Sweet Potato Hash
Serve it with: Fried Eggs and Sautéed Spinach
25-Minute Sweet Potato Hash (One Pan!)
- Great for weeknight cooking (25 minute recipe)
- Kid friendly
- Easy to double
- Great for leftovers
Rosemary Steak
Serve it with: Rosemary Roasted Potatoes and Garlic Green Beans
Rosemary Steak Strips
- Great for weeknight cooking (make the marinade in the morning)
- Kid-friendly
Balsamic Chicken Thighs
Serve it with: Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad or Sheet Pan Roasted Vegetables
Grilled Balsamic Chicken Thighs
- Great for weeknight cooking (make the marinade in the morning)
- Kid-friendly
- Great for meal prep and leftovers
Whole30 Italian Meatballs
Serve it over: Zoodles or Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes
Healthy Italian Meatballs (No Bread Crumbs!)
- Perfect for weekend cooking
- Excellent freezer stash
- Kid-friendly
Grilled Chicken with Avocado Salsa
Serve it with: Tossed Green Salad
Grilled Chicken with Avocado Salsa
- Perfect for weeknight cooking (20 minute meal)
- Kid-friendly
Ground Turkey Hash with Squash and Peppers
Paleo and Whole30 Ground Turkey Hash
- Great for weeknight cooking (30 minute meal)
- Easy to double
- Perfect for leftovers and meal prep
Instant Pot Carnitas
Serve it with: Mexican Cauliflower Rice or Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice
Instant Pot Carnitas
- Excellent freezer stash (makes 12 servings)
- Kid-friendly
Baked Halibut with Peach Salsa
Serve it with: Lemon Garlic Asparagus, Garlic Green Beans
Baked Halibut with Peach Salsa
- Perfect for weeknights (15 minute meal!)
Ranch Chicken Poppers
Serve it with: Ranch Potatoes and Garlic Green Beans
Ranch Chicken Poppers
- Great for weeknights (30 minute recipe)
- Kid-friendly
- Excellent freezer stash
- Great for leftovers
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