Dinner Tonight

When time is short and bellies are grumbling, America’s Test Kitchen meets you in the moment with weeknight dinners that are fast, flavorful, and fuss-free. With more than 200 recipes designed to be ready in under 45 minutes, this collection brings fresh ideas, bold flavors, and easy cleanup to your table—no matter your craving.

From Avocado Chicken Salad Sandwiches with Jicama and Banana Peppers to Chili Crisp Noodles and Spicy Tomato Soup with Tortellini and Sausage, each recipe offers approachable techniques for delicious results.

What’s inside:

• Fresh Ideas for Pantry Staples: Transform simple ingredients like canned tuna or frozen peas into exciting meals such as Spaghetti al Tonno or Pea and Pistachio Pesto Pasta.

• Modern Flavor Boosters: Learn clever tricks like Old Bay–spiked lemon compound butter over salmon or honey–red wine vinegar glazes for chicken.

• Flexible Swaps: Guidance on ingredient substitutions ensures your recipes stay adaptable and stress-free.

• Riff on Recipes: Use sauces, dressings, and spice blends from one dish to create new meals—like turning Indian Butter Chicken sauce into a tofu or chickpea favorite.

• Comfort-Food Flavors Made Easy: From Chicken Piccata Meatballs to Pork Meatball Banh Mi and Mezzi Rigatoni with Spicy Gochujang Tomato Sauce, enjoy satisfying flavors with minimal effort.

Plus, themed lists help you choose meals based on mood, season, or what’s in your pantry, and tips for scaling recipes for two make weeknight cooking even more convenient. With 200 recipes and countless variations, Dinner Tonight gives you more than a year of inspiration for quick, tasty dinners.