Whip up these dinner recipes that are easy to make for two.

I feel the same way when it’s just my husband and I.

On the other hand, some meals are easier to make for two people than four.

Two plates of ginger-soy tilapia with potatoes and asparagus

Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas

For example, you won’t find me frying chicken or making skillet pizza for our whole family.

It would take too long to make enough food for everyone.

If you’re ready to expand your dinner options for two people, check out the list below.

Bowl of Creamy Cavatappi Topped With Shredded Parmesan Next to a Small Bowl With Blocks of Parmesan and Two Forks, All on an Olive Green Kitchen Linen

Simply Recipes / Mihaela Kozaric Sebrek

It’s decadent, comforting, and makes the perfect amount of food for the two of us.

The hardest part is waiting for the steak to marinade.

Serve the sliced steak as tacos, fajitas, or as a filling for tortas.

Platter of Arrachera (Mexican Skirt Steak) Tacos With Lime Wedges, and in the Surroundings, a Platter of Arrachera (Mexican Skirt Steak), a Bowl of Cilantro Rice, a Bowl of Salsa, a Bowl of Guacamole, and a Tray of Tortillas, All on a Light Teal Kitchen Towel

Simply Recipes / Frank Tiu

Add crispy tofu or toss in leftover cooked meats for extra protein.

Cast Iron Skillet Pizza

If youre like me then you crave crispy, thick pizza.

The extra oil and hot cast iron skillet ensure that the crust is extra crispy without overcooking the toppings.

Large bowl of spicy noodles with cucumbers and chili crisp.

Simply Recipes / Alison Bickel

Chicken Schnitzel

I willingly fry chicken when there are only two of us for dinner.

This recipe is an easy one to make the exact amount that you need.

Pesto Shrimp with Cherry Tomatoes

Simply Recipes / Coco Morante

Shrimp is incredibly quick and easy.

Cast iron skillet pizza with a slice cut.

Simply Recipes / Alison Bickel

you could use either store-bought or homemade pesto.

For store-bought, look in the refrigerated section for the freshest, most vibrant flavored pesto.

chicken schnitzel on plate with arugula and lemons

Simply Recipes / Alison Bickel

5-Ingredient Pesto Shrimp with Cherry Tomatoes in a Bowl Next to Cherry Tomatoes on a Vine

Simply Recipes / Coco Morante

Pork Chops with Cherry Pan Sauce

Aaron Hutcherson