Tell us what you have, and we will show the quick recipes you can make with it. Results are ranked by how many of each recipe's ingredients you already own, and every result lists exactly what is missing, so you know if you need a store run before you start.
How to use the What Can I Cook?
- Type the ingredients you have, separated by commas (for example: chicken, rice, broccoli).
- Leave out basics like salt, pepper, oil and water. We assume you have them.
- Press "Find recipes". The best matches show first, with a list of anything you are missing.
- Open a recipe, or use "Add to shopping list" to note the missing items.
Examples
Stir-fries, one-pan chicken and rice bowls, and casseroles come first, because they use all three.
Frittatas, breakfast wraps and quick omelets that are ready in 15 minutes.
Tacos, quesadillas and burrito bowls, usually missing only salsa or an onion.
Recipes with short ingredient lists
Budget-Friendly Quick Meals: Quick and Easy Stir-Fries30 min · 2 ingredients
30-Minute Meals: Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze30 min · 2 ingredients
30-Minute Meals: Pasta Aglio e Olio (Garlic and Oil)30 min · 2 ingredients
One-Pan Sausage and Veggie Bake: A Customizable Meal40 min · 4 ingredients
Halloween Mummy Hot Dogs (Easy 20-Minute Kids Dinner)20 min · 5 ingredients
Quick Beach Snacks for Kids12 min · 5 ingredients
30-Minute Meals: Chicken Caesar Salad Wraps30 min · 5 ingredients
Lightning Fast 5-10 Min: Greek Yogurt Parfait10 min · 5 ingredientsFrequently asked questions
How does the ingredient search work?
We compare your ingredients with the ingredient list of every recipe on Quick Meals Guide. Recipes where you have the highest share of ingredients rank first, and pantry basics like salt, pepper, oil and water are ignored so they do not hide good matches.
Do I need to type exact amounts?
No. Just type the ingredient names. "Chicken" will match chicken breast, chicken thighs and cooked chicken.
Why does a recipe show missing ingredients?
We show recipes you can almost make, too, because one missing item is often easy to swap. Check our Ingredient Substitutions tool for ideas.
Is it free?
Yes. All our kitchen tools are free and work on phones, tablets and computers.