3 Easy One-Dish Dinner Recipes

Erin Chase believes dinner doesn't have to be difficult or expensive

ByABC News via logo
September 24, 2012, 2:41 PM

Sept. 24, 2012 — -- intro: Erin Chase is a budget-friendly mom who knows that eating well doesn't have to be expensive. Her delicious recipes are a hit with the entire family. Parents love that each meal costs no more than $5. Try her three favorite recipes for a meal that your kids will love without breaking the bank. They're excerpted from her latest book: "The $5 Dinner Mom One-Dish Dinners Cookbook."

quicklist:1category: title: Curried Chicken Quinoa with Peasurl: 17309967text: "It seems that quinoa has been gaining popularity these days, but I often hear people don't know what to make with it, or what they've tried was just too bland," says Chase. "This Curried Chicken Quinoa is packed with flavor, nutrients and your family will love it."media: 17309376related: 15320924~14563095~13856341

quicklist:2category: title: Loaded Potato Frittataurl: 17310089text: "Breakfast for dinner is always a great option for those days when you don't know what to make or you need something on the table in just a few minutes. This frittata is the perfect all-in-one breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner recipe."media: 17309320 related: 13856341~15144441~13856129

quicklist:3category: title: One-Bowl Mocha Browniesurl: 17310152text: "Brownie recipes that call for 3 different bowls are really just annoying. I know brownies might be worth the use of the extra bowls, but what if I told you that you could make the best ever homemade, from scratch brownies using only one bowl? These brownies are moist, melt in your mouth and they've got an extra special pop of flavor from the instant coffee granules that are mixed into the batter."media: 17309538 related: 14983096~14563351~14983096