8 Pantry-Clearing Recipes

Making dinner doesn't require an extensive trip to the grocery store! Shop your pantry and come up with a well-rounded and satisfying meal today. From soup to pasta to comforting casseroles — the sky's the limit. Check out these 8 Pantry Staple Recipes today!
1. 6-Can Tortilla Soup

Don't go to the grocery store! Check your pantry first. We're pretty sure you've got everything you need to make this 6-Can Tortilla Soup! Loaded with tender chicken, smooth black beans, juicy tomatoes with spicy chili peppers, and juicy corn, it's pretty clear that's all you'll need for a delicious dinner! Served with some crunchy tortilla chips and salty cheese, you can stay at home and avoid the chaos of scrambling through the aisles trying to decide what to get. What a lifesaver 6-Can Tortilla Soup is! You have to add it to your go-to list, for sure!
See More2. 4-Ingredient Chicken & Rice Casserole

Looking for a simple and delicious dinner idea that does it all? Look no further than 4-Ingredient Chicken & Rice Casserole! This hearty and fulfilling dish gives you a nice dinner using just pantry staples, which means no extra trip to the grocery store (yahoo!). Imagine juicy chicken and tender rice cooked together in a creamy sauce that's packed with flavor. With just four simple ingredients (plus salt, pepper, and water), this casserole is easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights. Serve 4-Ingredient Chicken & Rice Casserole with your favorite vegetables or a crisp green salad for a satisfying and comforting meal that everyone will love!
See More3. Time-Saving Tuna Casserole

Are you in a hurry but still craving a satisfying meal? Time-Saving Tuna Casserole is here to give you a bit of your precious day back! This classic casserole is perfect for busy weeknights, as it only requires a few pantry staples and minimal prep time. Packed with protein from fulfilling tuna and nutty mushrooms, this bake is a filling and nutritious meal that can be whipped up in a flash. Top it off with a crispy layer of breadcrumbs for added texture, flavor, and crispy satisfaction. Don't let your busy schedule compromise your tastebuds... this Time-Saving Tuna Casserole will have you coming back for seconds (and saving you some seconds on the clock, too)!
See More4. Pantry Staple Dinner
Figuring out what to cook while rummaging through your pantry cupboards can be a real challenge: what does one actually do with all those cans of stewed tomatoes? Thankfully, the answer is as easy to find as the dish is easy to make: the Pantry Staple Dinner. Taking some classic pantry items and a bit of ground beef and whipping it into a hearty, spicy, and savory main course might seem like magic (as will making it in under half an hour), but it's the taste that is truly wondrous! Pantry Staple Dinner proves that you already have everything you need for a meaty and magnificent dinner!
See More5. Cha-Cha Chicken

Suit up in your fringiest, most vibrant costume and lace up your dancin' shoes, because you know what time it is! Let's get jiggy with Cha-Cha Chicken! Covered with some salsa verde spice and everything nice (as in melty cheese, of course), these pieces of poultry will take the party out of your pantry and onto your plate! Easy as the 1, 2, 3, cha-cha, this dish is all the rage for any dinnertime affair. Now, get out there and dance! Cha-Cha Chicken is waiting for you!
See More6. Easy Pantry Cornbread Muffins
These baked goods (emphasis on the good!) are so beautifully golden you'd expect a rainbow to shoot out of them! Easy Pantry Cornbread Muffins are the perfect addition to any meal, with a lightly sweet and sunny flavor perfect for pairing with your favorite soup, protein, or even breakfast classic! Buttery and rich, Easy Pantry Cornbread Muffins can be made in a hurry — in less than 30 minutes — so you can whip them up in a jiffy. This recipe is a little touch of Southern cooking to get the perfect meal started out on the right foot!
See More7. Whoa Lasagna

Whoa Lasagna is so good, you'll say...you guessed it — "whoa!" Whoa Lasagna takes all those ramen packets cluttering up your pantry and puts them to good use! The noodles are cooked in spaghetti sauce, so the rich flavor pervades each tender bite. Layer upon layer of tangy ricotta and melty mozzarella add all the cheesy goodness you need in your trendy pasta dinner! Whoa! Whoa Lasagna is simple and delicious, which is why it's so mind-blowing!
See More8. Get-In-My-Belly Hamburger Soup

Whether you're surrounded by snow or the sand and the sea, this soup will satisfy you no matter the weather! Get-In-My-Belly Hamburger Soup brings all the wonderful and savory "season-ings" together to really hit the spot! This tender, beefed-up, and veggie-filled bowl of yumminess will put a smile on your face and comfort you like no other. No stress or excessive planning necessary. Get-In-My-Belly Hamburger Soup is pantry-friendly and ready to mingle with your tastebuds no matter what the skies say. With this hearty stew in hand, we are forecasting a dinnertime full of satisfied bellies and a 10-day outlook showing even more of this veggie-stuffed rainbow-like soup to come! So, get ready!
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