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Easy American Recipes and Meal Ideas

Discover the best American dishes with HelloFresh, from easy American recipes that can be whipped up in under 25 minutes to classic American food that will transport you across the Atlantic.

American Recipes by HelloFresh

Most Popular American Recipes

Discover the most popular American recipes that everyone loves. From crispy chicken and burgers to classic mac and cheese and homemade apple pie, these iconic dishes bring bold flavours and comfort to every meal.

Cajun Chicken Burger with Ballymaloe Relish
with caramelised onion and chips

FAMILY FRIENDLY

40 minutes | Medium | 830 kcal

Spiced Pork Loaded Naans with Ballymaloe Relish
with bell peppers and melted cheese

QUICK

| FAMILY FRIENDLY

20 minutes | Easy | 828 kcal

Crispy Chicken Burger and Chorizo Chutney
with homemade chips

EGG(S) NOT INCLUDED

40 minutes | Easy | 1073 kcal

Sloppy Joe Style Loaded Fries
with cabbage slaw and pickled chilli

SPICY

40 minutes | Easy | 1173 kcal

Honey Mustard Chicken
with green beans and potato wedges

40 minutes | Medium | 520 kcal

Fried Chicken Burger and Cheesy Chips
with crispy bacon and spicy aioli

EXTRA SPICY

35 minutes | Easy | 1279 kcal

Cajun Chicken Traybake
with broccoli and roast potatoes

CALORIE SMART

| PROTEIN RICH

| QUICK PREP

35 minutes | Easy | 619 kcal

Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
with spinach and cheese

QUICK

| FAMILY FRIENDLY

20 minutes | Medium | 751 kcal

Cajun Chicken Burger with Ballymaloe Relish
with caramelised onion and chips

FAMILY FRIENDLY

40 minutes | Medium | 830 kcal

Spiced Pork Loaded Naans with Ballymaloe Relish
with bell peppers and melted cheese

QUICK

| FAMILY FRIENDLY

20 minutes | Easy | 828 kcal

Crispy Chicken Burger and Chorizo Chutney
with homemade chips

EGG(S) NOT INCLUDED

40 minutes | Easy | 1073 kcal

Sloppy Joe Style Loaded Fries
with cabbage slaw and pickled chilli

SPICY

40 minutes | Easy | 1173 kcal

Honey Mustard Chicken
with green beans and potato wedges

40 minutes | Medium | 520 kcal

Fried Chicken Burger and Cheesy Chips
with crispy bacon and spicy aioli

EXTRA SPICY

35 minutes | Easy | 1279 kcal

Cajun Chicken Traybake
with broccoli and roast potatoes

CALORIE SMART

| PROTEIN RICH

| QUICK PREP

35 minutes | Easy | 619 kcal

Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
with spinach and cheese

QUICK

| FAMILY FRIENDLY

20 minutes | Medium | 751 kcal

Easy American Recipes

Cooking American dishes at home has never been easier. From fluffy pancakes and cheesy mac and cheese to juicy burgers and BBQ classics, these easy American recipes bring big flavours with minimal effort.

Pulled Chicken Burger
with cheesy chorizo chips and salad

SPICY

40 minutes | Easy | 1083 kcal

Spiced Pork Loaded Naans with Ballymaloe Relish
with bell peppers and melted cheese

QUICK

| FAMILY FRIENDLY

20 minutes | Easy | 828 kcal

Irish Sirloin Steak and Cheesy Chipotle Sauce
with golden smashed potatoes

CALORIE SMART

| PROTEIN RICH

| SPICY

40 minutes | Easy | 638 kcal

Crispy Chicken Burger and Chorizo Chutney
with homemade chips

EGG(S) NOT INCLUDED

40 minutes | Easy | 1073 kcal

Sloppy Joe Style Loaded Fries
with cabbage slaw and pickled chilli

SPICY

40 minutes | Easy | 1173 kcal

Beef Sub and Truffled Bacon Mushroom Sauce
with chips and cabbage slaw

45 minutes | Easy | 1386 kcal

Fried Chicken Burger and Cheesy Chips
with crispy bacon and spicy aioli

EXTRA SPICY

35 minutes | Easy | 1279 kcal

Cajun Chicken Traybake
with broccoli and roast potatoes

CALORIE SMART

| PROTEIN RICH

| QUICK PREP

35 minutes | Easy | 619 kcal

Pulled Chicken Burger
with cheesy chorizo chips and salad

SPICY

40 minutes | Easy | 1083 kcal

Spiced Pork Loaded Naans with Ballymaloe Relish
with bell peppers and melted cheese

QUICK

| FAMILY FRIENDLY

20 minutes | Easy | 828 kcal

Irish Sirloin Steak and Cheesy Chipotle Sauce
with golden smashed potatoes

CALORIE SMART

| PROTEIN RICH

| SPICY

40 minutes | Easy | 638 kcal

Crispy Chicken Burger and Chorizo Chutney
with homemade chips

EGG(S) NOT INCLUDED

40 minutes | Easy | 1073 kcal

Sloppy Joe Style Loaded Fries
with cabbage slaw and pickled chilli

SPICY

40 minutes | Easy | 1173 kcal

Beef Sub and Truffled Bacon Mushroom Sauce
with chips and cabbage slaw

45 minutes | Easy | 1386 kcal

Fried Chicken Burger and Cheesy Chips
with crispy bacon and spicy aioli

EXTRA SPICY

35 minutes | Easy | 1279 kcal

Cajun Chicken Traybake
with broccoli and roast potatoes

CALORIE SMART

| PROTEIN RICH

| QUICK PREP

35 minutes | Easy | 619 kcal

Quick American Recipes

If you're short on time but craving classic American flavours, these quick American recipes have got you covered. Cook crispy fries or comforting mac and cheese within minutes and enjoy tasty dishes during busy days.

Cheesy Spiced Pork Loaded Naans
with bell pepper and side salad

QUICK

| FAMILY FRIENDLY

20 minutes | Easy | 828 kcal

BBQ Sweetcorn Naanizza
with a side of cabbage slaw

20 minutes | Easy | 801 kcal

Rigatoni au Gratin
with crispy breadcrumb topping

25 minutes | Easy | 1083 kcal

Creamy Baked Cheese Pasta
with cherry tomatoes and butternut squash

25 minutes | Easy | 801 kcal

BBQ Beef Ragu Rigatoni
with fresh chilli and sprinkled cheese

QUICK

| FAMILY FRIENDLY

| OPTIONAL SPICE

20 minutes | Easy | 853 kcal

Spiced Pork Loaded Naans with Ballymaloe Relish
with bell peppers and melted cheese

QUICK

| FAMILY FRIENDLY

20 minutes | Easy | 828 kcal

Golden Crumbed Salmon and Broccoli
with buttered rice and lemony mayo

QUICK

| CLIMATE CONSCIOUS

20 minutes | Medium | 700 kcal

Sweet and Spicy Chicken Burger
with Cajun butter potatoes

20 minutes | Easy | 643 kcal

Cheesy Spiced Pork Loaded Naans
with bell pepper and side salad

QUICK

| FAMILY FRIENDLY

20 minutes | Easy | 828 kcal

BBQ Sweetcorn Naanizza
with a side of cabbage slaw

20 minutes | Easy | 801 kcal

Rigatoni au Gratin
with crispy breadcrumb topping

25 minutes | Easy | 1083 kcal

Creamy Baked Cheese Pasta
with cherry tomatoes and butternut squash

25 minutes | Easy | 801 kcal

BBQ Beef Ragu Rigatoni
with fresh chilli and sprinkled cheese

QUICK

| FAMILY FRIENDLY

| OPTIONAL SPICE

20 minutes | Easy | 853 kcal

Spiced Pork Loaded Naans with Ballymaloe Relish
with bell peppers and melted cheese

QUICK

| FAMILY FRIENDLY

20 minutes | Easy | 828 kcal

Golden Crumbed Salmon and Broccoli
with buttered rice and lemony mayo

QUICK

| CLIMATE CONSCIOUS

20 minutes | Medium | 700 kcal

Sweet and Spicy Chicken Burger
with Cajun butter potatoes

20 minutes | Easy | 643 kcal

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American Recipes FAQs

What is American food?

American food is a mix of diverse flavours, influenced by global cuisines and regional traditions. From burgers and BBQ to mac and cheese and jambalaya, it's all about bold, comforting and hearty dishes.

What are American main dishes?

American main dishes include classics like burgers, fried chicken, BBQ ribs and meatloaf. From Southern comfort food to hearty Midwest meals, these dishes define American cuisine.

What is America's most popular dish?

America’s most popular dish is the hamburger, a juicy, flavourful classic loved nationwide. Whether topped with cheese, bacon or special sauces, it’s a staple of American cuisine.

Is Cajun food American?

Yes, Cajun food is considered American because it was developed in Louisiana. However, it was created by groups of people from France and Canada.

What are grits in American food?

Grits are a classic Southern American dish made from ground corn, cooked into a creamy, porridge-like consistency. They are served with butter, cheese or shrimp.

What food is American origin?

Foods of American origin include hamburgers, hot dogs, mac and cheese, Buffalo wings and apple pie. Many dishes blend indigenous ingredients with global influences.