21 Lazy Egg Recipes Perfect for Easy Dinners

They're not just for breakfast 🍳

By
Theodora Kaloudis
Theodora Kaloudis
Theodora Kaloudis
Theodora's passion for cooking began early on as a young girl, working in the kitchen at her father's Greek diner in Brooklyn, NY. Her recipes have appeared on Delish, Spruce Eats, Today.com, Martha Stewart & Marley Spoon, Dinnerly, Simply Recipes, and in various cookbooks.
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Published February 04, 2026
Theodora Kaloudis
A white bowl with Huevos Divorciados, with a fork cutting into one of the egg yolks

Ali Redmond

Sometimes eggs can be the perfect dinner solution. They're a great source of protein that's easy to keep stocked in your fridge. With these go-to recipes for those lazy nights, you can get a simple dinner on the table with minimal effort. Enjoy breakfast-for-dinner classics like shakshuka, frittatas, and egg bakes, plus light yet hearty meals from a variety of cuisines like Korean Steamed Eggs, Egg Masala Curry, and Shortcut Eggs in Purgatory. No matter what you choose, you can't go wrong.

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  • Huevos Rancheros

    Huevos Rancheros Topped Chopped Cilantro on a Plate, and Surrounded by, a Small Plate of Chopped Cilantro, Orange Juice, a Bowl of Salsa, and a Deep Yellow Table Napkin With a Fork

    Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe

    "The recipe is flexible! Sometimes, we use canned salsa and just add a few more chopped tomatoes and some chopped pickled jalapeños to make the sauce." —Elise Bauer, Founder

  • Chinese Tomato Egg Stir Fry

    a plate of Chinese tomato egg

    Simply Recipes / Frank Tiu

    "Chinese tomato egg stir-fry is a beloved classic dish that holds a special place in my heart. ... This is one of those special recipes that rewards low effort with high reward." —Frank Tiu, Recipe Developer

  • Menemen (Turkish Scrambled Eggs and Tomatoes)

    Menemen (Turkish Scrambled Eggs and Tomatoes) in a Pot with a Spoon, Surrounded by Some Slices of Bread and a Plate

    Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe

    "Menemen is a traditional breakfast dish originating from the Izmir Province in Türkiye. The silky, smoky scrambled eggs are made by cooking eggs with fresh grated tomatoes, diced green peppers, and onion." —Mersedeh Prewer, Recipe Developer

  • Breakfast Quesadilla with Black Beans and Eggs

    Sally Vargas

    "You can easily adjust this recipe to your taste: Use just about any beans you have on hand (kidney beans, chickpeas, white beans), add cooked sausage or bacon, or vary the cheese." —Sally Vargas, Recipe Developer

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  • Nargesi (Persian Spinach and Herbs with Poached Eggs)

    A pan of Nargesi a Persian dish with eggs cooked atop seasoned sauted greens displayed on a countertop next to utensils

    Simply Recipes / Shilpa Iyer

    "Nargesi comes from the Caspian Sea region of Iran, where fresh local produce and vegetables are a big part of daily cooking. There’s a long tradition there of poaching eggs right into dishes, letting them cook gently in the pan alongside other ingredients." —Omid Roustaei, Recipe Developer

  • Mushroom Toast With Fried Egg

    Sheryl Julian

    "It’s just eggs and toast, but the mushrooms elevate it. Instead of an everyday breakfast, suddenly it’s a brunch dish, a quick supper, or part of a menu for guests." —Sheryl Julian, Recipe Developer

  • Acquacotta (Tuscan Soup)

    Overhead view of Tuscan Soup in a white bowl with a spoon plus bread on a cutting board and Pecorino romano cheese in a bowl to the side

    Simply Recipes / Karishma Pradhan

    "So, when I came across a recipe for acquacotta—a rustic peasant soup originating from Tuscany—I was intrigued. It sounded like just the kind of simple meal I needed to warm me through. Since then, I've enjoyed it time and time again, riffing a little bit here and there to use up some wilted greens or leftover beans. But it's still just as delicious prepared simply with a few humble ingredients." —Karishma Pradhan, Recipe Developer

  • Shortcut Eggs in Purgatory

    Skillet with eggs cooked in a tomatobased sauce a dish known as eggs in purgatory

    Simply Recipes / Shilpa Iyer

    "The combination of eggs and tomato sauce is popular in dishes from many cultures, but generally requires slow-simmering tomatoes to make your own savory tomato sauce from scratch. There’s nothing wrong with that, but if you’re in a rush, this shortcut recipe uses jarred marinara sauce to get most of the same flavors with a huge reduction in prep time." —Nick Evans, Recipe Developer

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  • Fried Egg Taco

    Fried egg taco with avocado, cheddar, and salsa

    Simply Recipes / Nick Evans

    "The fun part of these tacos is the topping options! I made a version with Monterey Jack cheese and salsa verde one day that was very good. My favorite was red salsa with cheddar, avocado, and cilantro. YUM. You could add some more substantial toppings to these like crispy bacon, sautéed onions, a little guacamole, or even a crema sauce." —Nick Evans, Recipe Developer

  • Frittata with Potatoes, Red Peppers, and Spinach

    Lisa Lin

    "Healthy and satisfying, this loaded veggie frittata makes a great breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner." —Lisa Lin, Recipe Developer

  • Shakshuka with Feta, Olives, and Peppers

    Shakshouka in a skillet with cilantro next to it.
    Sally Vargas

    "Shakshuka is a healthy, hearty meal that works for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It’s an all-purpose kind of fast dish that’s guaranteed to brighten a chilly morning or ease the mad dash on a weeknight." —Sally Vargas, Recipe Developer

  • Egg Foo Young

    Egg Foo Young on a Plate with Jasmine Rice

    Simply Recipes / Frank Tiu

    "Egg foo young is a timeless Chinese American dish that has captured the hearts of restaurant-goers with its simple ingredients and big textures and flavors. At its core, it's an omelet—but not just any omelet. It has a soft and tender interior with perfectly browned and crisped edges." —Frank Tiu, Recipe Developer

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  • Egg Masala Curry

    Plate of Egg Masala Curry with a Spoon on a Kitchen Linen

    Simply Recipes / Annika Panikker

    "There are many varieties of egg masala curry. The ingredients and preparation styles vary from region to region in India. This is my grandmother’s version." —Annika Panikker, Recipe Developer

  • Microwave Oyakodon (Japanese Chicken and Egg Rice Bowl)

    Microwave Oyakodon and Rice in a Small Plate Surrounded by a Table Setting with a Spoon, a Table Napkin, and a Small Plate with Kimchi

    Simply Recipes / Frank Tiu

    "Oyakodon is quick and easy to make at home and is traditionally cooked on the stovetop. But making it in the microwave cuts the cook time in half to under 10 minutes—this is significant for a busy working mom who is often up against the clock to get dinner on the table." —Myo Quinn, Former Associate Editorial Director

  • Baked Eggs in Avocado with Salmon

    Baked eggs in an avocado on a plate with a lemon. Sliced grapefruit and drinks are behind it.

    Simply Recipes / Alison Bickel

    "This recipe is everything you love about an open-faced smoked salmon and cream cheese bagel with the addition of avocado—oh, and minus the bagel." —Lauren Paige Richeson, Recipe Developer

  • Eggs Nested in Sautéed Chard and Mushrooms

    Eggs Nested in Sautéed Chard and Mushrooms
    Elise Bauer

    "Top it with a runny egg and the egg yolk creates a luscious dipping sauce for the chard. The mushrooms are just there for fun." —Elise Bauer, Founder

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  • Gyeran Jjim (Korean Steamed Eggs)

    Korean steamed eggs in blue bowl.

    Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe

    "This 5-ingredient gyeran jjim cooked in the microwave is one to add to your weeknight dinner roster. Best of all, you can whip it up in a matter of minutes. Comforting and nutritious, this dish is best enjoyed with freshly cooked rice and your choice of banchan like kimchi and siguemchi namul for a satisfying (and economical) meal." —Joy Cho, Recipe Developer

  • Spaghetti with Tomatoes, Bacon, and Eggs

    Spaghetti with Bacon and Egg
    Sally Vargas

    "Eggs for supper are not only quick and easy to make, but they are also somehow reassuring that all is right with the world. Add pasta and you have a supreme comfort meal." —Sally Vargas, Recipe Developer

  • Huevos Divorciados

    A white bowl with Huevos Divorciados, with a fork cutting into one of the egg yolks

    Ali Redmond

    "Huevos divorciados quite literally translates to 'divorced eggs.' It’s a traditional Mexican dish consisting of one fried egg drenched in salsa roja and one egg drenched in salsa verde, usually separated by a serving of refried beans or potatoes to keep them 'divorced.'" —Esteban Castillo, Recipe Developer

  • Kai Jeow (Thai Omelet)

    Plate of Kai Jeow (Thai Omelet) with Cucumber Slices, Romaine Leaves, Rice, and a Small Bowl of Sriracha on a Wooden Circular Serving Tray and Next to a Kitchen Towel, a Glass, and a Small Bowl with Toppings

    Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe

    "Kai jeow is a pan-fried omelet that is infused with a combination of complex flavors. Kai jeow's sweet, sour, spicy, salty, and umami flavor combination is the epitome of Southeast Asian cuisine." —Lany Phlong, Recipe Developer

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  • Black Bean and Egg Bake

    A round baking dish with the black bean and egg bake recipe, next to a plate of blistered corn tortillas and garnish of cilantro and fresh cheese

    Simply Recipes / Photo by Julia Gartland / Food Styling by Pearl Jones

    "I love a saucy, eggy brunch dish, and this Southwest-meets-Middle East mashup is my new favorite way to begin a weekend morning. Black beans simmer in a base of tomatoes, onions, and green chiles while eggs are gently poached right on top." —Coco Morante, Recipe Developer

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