Liz Carter

Liz Carter
Liz Carter
Quick Weeknight Dinners & Family Meals

119+ recipes by Liz – Quick weeknight dinners and family-friendly meals. Effortless dishes that bring everyone together.

About Me:

Meet Liz Carter

I'm Liz, the founder of Liz Recipes, and I have spent the last fifteen years navigating the beautiful, exhausting chaos of feeding a family. Like many of you, I used to stare blankly into the refrigerator at 6:00 PM, paralyzed by the question, "What's for dinner?" I love good food, but juggling a career, kids, and daily life meant that complicated, multi-step culinary projects simply weren't realistic for my weeknights. I started documenting my cooking out of sheer necessity, turning my frantic kitchen experiments into reliable, family-approved lifesavers.

My Culinary Philosophy

My Background & Expertise

My journey didn't start in a pristine culinary school; it started in a tiny apartment kitchen where I burned more dinners than I care to admit. Over the years, I transformed from a stressed-out novice into an incredibly efficient home cook. I spent years meticulously testing and tweaking classic comfort foods to figure out exactly which steps could be skipped and which flavor builders were absolutely essential. Today, my mission is to share these hard-earned secrets with you. I want to remove the stress from your evenings and give you back that precious time to actually sit down and enjoy the food with the people you love.

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Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice Soup

Creamy Slow Cooker Rice Soup

5.00 (1 Ratings)

Want a hearty Slow Cooker Rice Soup that doesn't get mushy? We share the timing trick in the how to make it section for a rich and creamy result.

Crock Pot Million Dollar Mashed Potatoes

Mashed Potatoes with Cream Cheese

5.00 (4 Ratings)

These Mashed Potatoes stay creamy and rich in the slow cooker. The guide includes a simple cooking steps section. Ready in 4 hours and 10 minutes.

Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Rice Soup

Crock Pot Chicken Rice Soup for 6

4.00 (3 Ratings)

Chicken thighs, carrots, and celery make this Crock Pot Chicken Rice Soup. Check the quick recipe specs for this meal ready in 6 hours and 15 minutes.

Crispy Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs

Garlic Butter Chicken: Crispy Skin

4.50 (2 Ratings)

Mahogany crispy skin makes this Garlic Butter Chicken a winner. Includes the section Quick Recipe Details for easy planning. Great for weeknight dinners.

Crockpot Vegetarian Chili with Sweet Potato

Vegetarian Chili with Sweet Potato

5.00 (1 Ratings)

Slow cook the ingredients for a hearty Vegetarian Chili. This guide includes a section on what each ingredient does and takes 8h 15min to prepare.

Crispy Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan

Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan for 4

4.00 (3 Ratings)

Breading often turns mushy in a slow cooker. This Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan stays crisp with a moisture barrier; see our problem and fix table for tips.

Crockpot White Chicken Chili: Hearty and Rich

White Chicken Chili: Slow-Cooked

4.33 (3 Ratings)

White Chicken Chili made with a simple dump-and-go method. It includes a detailed look at the cooking process. Ready in 4 hours and 10 minutes.

Pan-Seared Butter Chicken

Butter Chicken in 35 Minutes

4.60 (5 Ratings)

Ready in 35 minutes, this Butter Chicken is rich and savory. It includes a quick method comparison table to ensure you get a restaurant-style result.

Easy Campfire Pizza in 30 Minutes

Easy Campfire Pizza: Crispy Crust

4.80 (5 Ratings)

Includes a quick method comparison for a clean sear. This Easy Campfire Pizza is a family-friendly dinner for outdoor enthusiasts on the go now.

BBQ Hot Dog Bites in 25 Minutes

BBQ Hot Dog Bites in 25 Minutes

5.00 (3 Ratings)

Tangy and sticky BBQ Hot Dog Bites offer a charred flavor in minutes. This guide includes a look at what each ingredient does. Great for party appetizers.

Simple Grilled Salmon in 15 Minutes

Simple Grilled Salmon in 15 Minutes

4.75 (4 Ratings)

Use a high-heat sear to create a mahogany crust on this Simple Grilled Salmon. This guide includes a quick recipe breakdown and takes 15 minutes total.

Hot Dogs Bbq Sauce with Molasses

Hot Dogs Bbq Sauce in 25 Minutes

4.75 (4 Ratings)

A sticky mahogany glaze makes this Hot Dogs Bbq Sauce a standout for any cookout. Check the cooking the sauce section for a rich, glossy finish.

Grilled Steak Salad with Blue Cheese

Grilled Steak Salad in 20 Minutes

4.50 (2 Ratings)

Want a fresh Grilled Steak Salad for dinner? This recipe combines hot beef with cold greens and includes a helpful ingredient substitution table.