One pot

Spatchcocking means you can cook a whole chicken in under an hour, and everything is roasted together in one pan, so there’s very little washing up

A lighter twist on a traditional hotpot, using chicken sausages which are far lower in fat than the pork equivalent. Topping the hotpot with ready-made gnocchi instead of potatoes is a super time-saver, and you get some lovely crispy bits on them too

A Middle Eastern-inspired spin on meatballs and pasta. Leftovers taste even better the next day

A little chorizo packs smoky and punchy flavour into this Spanish-influenced recipe. Delicious served with mash or with crusty bread, and some green beans

Rustle up this purse-friendly risotto, which uses blended and whole tinned sweetcorn kernels to add natural creaminess and a velvety texture

White wine, capers and olives elevate inexpensive chicken thighs into a flavoursome and zesty one-pot. Serve with mashed or new potatoes, and some greens

The peel and seeds of a butternut squash contain lots of goodness, so don’t throw them away. As well as being packed with fibre, they also add a lovely crunch to this warm salad

Inspired by the aromatic flavours of Morocco, harissa and ras el hanout add warming spice to this hearty but healthy one-pot