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February 5, 2022

19 Insanely Easy College Cooking Recipes To Master The Kitchen

Cooking in college doesn’t have to be impossible! With the best easy college cooking recipes, you can learn to master the kitchen in no time.

easy college cooking recipes

Whether you are looking for college dinner ideas, lunch recipes, or delicious breakfast tips, I’ve got it all covered! It doesn’t matter your experience, anyone can make these recipes.

When you are low on time and constantly busy, these easy recipes with only a few ingredients are going to be life-changing.

This article is all about easy college cooking recipes!

What makes these easy college cooking recipes?

College is busy enough without having to deal with grocery shopping and meal planning and everything in between. And that’s before you even start the cooking!

To make it as easy as possible, use the EASIEST recipes out there!

Every recipe on this list is relatively cheap, quick to make, only requires a few ingredients, and beginner friendly. It doesn’t get much better than that!

College dinner ideas

Pizza and pasta recipes

Chili macaroni

college cooking

Looking for an easy dinner recipe that you will love? Give this simple Chili Macaroni a try! It’s a favorite of kids and adults alike, and it’s easy to customize! It’s also a perfect pantry, stockpile, or food storage meal.

Try this recipe from Saving Talents!

Caprese pasta salad

college cooking recipes

This pasta salad is super fast to make and perfect for meal prepping your lunches for the week. Plus, you can customize it to add all of your favorite ingredients!

Try this recipe from Simply Life By Bri!

Ravioli sauce

no-cook meals for college students

This 5 minute and 4 ingredient ravioli sauce will make you believe you are eating out in the best of restaurants. Creamy sauce flavored with sun-dried tomato pesto, garlic and basil comes together in a flash!

Try this recipe from Vikalinka!

Flatbread pizza

easy recipes for students vegetarian

This Pepperoni Flatbread Pizza does not get any easier. It is made using naan as the crust for a low maintenance lunch or dinner. Heavy on the cheese and spices, you won’t even miss the homemade crust. And it only takes 10 minutes to bake!

Try this recipe from Bites with Bri!

Taco Pasta

easy recipes for students

This delicious One Pot Taco Pasta is an explosion of flavors! And it’s couldn’t be any easier to make!

Try this recipe from Simple Living Recipes!

One pot pasta

no cook meals for college students

This is an easy, 15-minute, one-pot pasta made with very basic ingredients! This pasta recipe is perfect for busy people, those of you who don’t like spending too much time in the kitchen, and the lazy cooks! It’s simple, frugal and delicious!

Try this recipe from Little Sunny Kitchen!

Chicken recipes

Lemon pepper chicken thighs

5-ingredient meals for college students

Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs are the perfect weeknight meal. We’re talking tender and juicy chicken with a deliciously crispy skin that’s loaded with lemon pepper seasoning and a hint of garlic and ready to serve in just 30 minutes!

Try this recipe from Budget Delicious!

BBQ chicken wraps

healthy recipes for college students

Quick and easy, truly yummy and filling enough to keep you powered up for classes (or fun)! Plus, this recipe can be made in under 30 minutes!

Try this recipe from Two Healthy Kitchens!

Buffalo chicken dip grilled cheese

easy recipes

This recipe puts a spin on a classic grilled cheese sandwich for a delicious and easy lunch or dinner recipe! It can be made in under 30 minutes and can be prepped in advance for busy weeks.

Try this recipe from Two Healthy Kitchens!

Other college dinner ideas

Meatloaf muffins

college dinner ideas

Putting a twist on a classic meatloaf, this is a meal-prep adapted version to make your dinners as easy as possible! Make once and have lunch or dinner for a week with these meatloaf muffins.

Try this recipe from Simply Life By Bri!

Over-roasted sausage and potatoes

cheap meals for students

Simple and delicious, this one-pan Sausage and Potatoes Recipe is filled with onion, sweet Italian sausage, bell peppers, and baby potatoes. Enjoy this hearty dinner as a quick weeknight meal and enjoy the leftovers for meal prep the next afternoon. 

Try this recipe from The Forked Spoon!

Ham and cheese toastie

easy recipes for college students healthy

 This ham and cheese toastie has an extra dimension of flavor, which comes from sun-dried tomato pesto and dark seeded bread. Give it a try, you will be hooked!

Try this recipe from Vikalinka!

Egg roll in a bowl

easy cooking recipes for college students

Egg roll in a bowl is a filling one-pot easy meal that you can make in no time. Serve it for lunch or dinner for a complete meal. This is such a cute spin on a basic egg roll recipe.

Try this recipe from Nourish Plate!

Baked salmon

cooking in college

This easy parchment baked salmon for one is bursting with flavor, you wouldn’t believe how easy it is, or that it’s done in less than 25 minutes. It’s cooked in parchment paper to maintain moisture without any effort. Plus, it’s got the easiest clean up ever.

Try this recipe from Nourish!


If you need some kitchen essentials to help you cook these meals, check out this amazing olive wood cutting board!

College breakfast ideas

Spinach omelette

make-ahead meals for college students

A tasty breakfast or brunch that can be whipped up in just 10 minutes. Full of the goodness of baby spinach, eggs, and cheese, this is an ideal way to start your busy day!

Try this recipe from Spoons of Flavor!

Scrambled egg muffins

college cooking recipe

These muffins are my personal FAVORITE easy breakfast for busy mornings. With very few ingredients, you can prep your breakfasts in under 30 minutes and have a hearty meal every morning. Plus, they are customizable to include your favorite veggies, cheeses, and toppings.

Try this recipe from Simply Life By Bri!

Banana oat pancakes

college cooking recipe ideas

These 4-Ingredient Banana Oat Pancakes are quick and easy to make, and come together in just 25 minutes! They’re cozy, fluffy, and packed with banana flavor!

Try this recipe from Sunglow Kitchen!

Microwave french toast

easy recipes for lazy college students

When you need French toast in a flash! 1, 2, 3 in the microwave, gluten-free and vegan; breakfast will never be boring again, even when you’re in a rush! Plus there’s no mess to clean up!

Try this recipe from Strength and Sunshine!

College dessert ideas

Peanut butter milkshake

make ahead meals for college students

All it takes is 3 ingredients and 5 minutes to whip up this thick, creamy, delicious peanut butter milkshake.

Try this recipe from Spoons of Flavor!

This article was all about easy college cooking recipes!


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Bri

Hey there! My name is Bri and I am a college lifestyle blogger! I love organization, productivity, cooking, baking, reading, and photography. Throughout my blog, you will find a little bit of all these passions! My goal is to help high schoolers, college students, and young adults, whether it be by creating a functioning living space or learning how to cook healthy meals.

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  • Debbie Noll
    February 25, 2022

    Very well organized, Bri. I love that you are putting cooking into your schedule! Very clever ideas!

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    • Bri
      Debbie Noll
      February 26, 2022

      Thank you so much! Hope they helped!

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