Marcus Thompson

Marcus Thompson
Marcus Thompson
Quick Dinners & Meal Prep

Marcus Thompson, quick dinners & meal prep – fast weeknight meals and make-ahead lunches.

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Marcus Thompson's recipes start from a simple question: what can be on the table without taking over the whole evening? Most of his work sits in Dinner, from quick shrimp stir fries and pasta in about 20 minutes to sheet-pan and air fryer sides, with a solid shelf of Lunch ideas that pack well for the workweek.

Meal prep is the thread running through his recipes. Think chicken with sweet potatoes in portioned containers, freezer breakfast burritos, bean bowls, roasted red pepper hummus and homemade protein bars. Dishes like these are cooked once and eaten across several days. You'll also find a handful of snacks, drinks and a few desserts, such as a food processor salsa that takes 5 minutes or a coconut milk mocktail for a summer party.

What ties it together is a practical approach: short ingredient lists, few pans, clear timing and flavors that hold up when reheated. Browse his recipes if you want dinners that come together fast and lunches you can plan ahead.

Latest recipes:

Quick Shrimp Stir Fry with Soy Sauce

Quick Shrimp Stir Fry

4.29 (7 Ratings)

Batch searing over high heat keeps shrimp snappy in this Quick Shrimp Stir Fry. Cooking in batches stops steaming, and dinner is ready in 25 minutes.

Healthy Sweet Potato Black Bean Bowl

Sweet Potato Bean Bowl

5.00 (5 Ratings)

Caramelized roasted potatoes and creamy dressing make this Sweet Potato Bean Bowl a satisfying plant-based meal. Check out the recipe specs and get cooking.

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus: Smoky and Bright

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

4.50 (6 Ratings)

Looking for a smooth Roasted Red Pepper Hummus? This Mediterranean dip uses a blending trick for stability and includes a guide on why this version works.

Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes Cubes

Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes Cubes

4.67 (3 Ratings)

Ready in 22 minutes, these Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes Cubes are golden. The recipe specs ensure a tender center with a crisp edge for any side dish.

High Protein Chicken Sweet Potato Meal Prep

Chicken Sweet Potato Meal Prep

4.17 (6 Ratings)

Chicken breast, sweet potatoes, and broccoli form this Chicken Sweet Potato Meal Prep. Check the recipe specs for this 45 min high protein meal.

Crispy Air Fry Brussels Sprouts

Air Fry Brussels Sprouts

4.33 (3 Ratings)

Charred, salty leaves with a sweet glaze define these Air Fry Brussels Sprouts. Learn why the air fryer works to get a crisp finish in this guide.

Food Processor Salsa in 5 Minutes

Food Processor Salsa

4.33 (6 Ratings)

Enjoy a zesty, chunky dip with this Food Processor Salsa. This fresh salsa recipe includes the section Making the Salsa for a fast, easy result.

Mexican Spicy Salsa: Zesty and Chunky

Spicy Salsa Recipe

4.40 (5 Ratings)

Zesty, fiery, and chunky results define this Spicy Salsa Recipe. Follow the quick steps to bold flavor for a fresh dip your guests will love.

Serrano Pepper Hummus in 10 Minutes

Serrano Pepper Hummus

4.40 (5 Ratings)

Snack lovers wanting Serrano Pepper Hummus will love this. A detailed ingredient list ensures a creamy, zesty dip ready in just ten minutes.

Serrano Chicken Stir Fry: Better Than Takeout

Serrano Chicken Stir Fry

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Busy weeknight cooks need a fast Serrano Chicken Stir Fry. This guide includes the trick for tender meat to ensure juicy, savory results every time.

Thai Pickled Serrano Peppers in 10 Minutes

Thai Pickled Serrano Peppers

4.60 (5 Ratings)

Home pickled peppers often lose their crunch. Thai Pickled Serrano Peppers stay zesty and crisp with this method, featuring a component purpose table.

Serrano Lime Hot Sauce in 22 Minutes

Serrano Lime Hot Sauce

4.50 (6 Ratings)

Includes a goal-based customization table. This Serrano Lime Hot Sauce is for anyone who wants a tangy kick without spending hours in the kitchen.

Chicken Lettuce Wraps in 20 Minutes

Chicken Lettuce Wraps

4.00 (3 Ratings)

Want to make Chicken Lettuce Wraps for a fast dinner? These take 20 minutes total and include a clear timing and yield section for easy planning.

Sheet Pan Baked Cod with Mediterranean Vegetables

Sheet Pan Baked Cod

3.67 (3 Ratings)

Sheet Pan Baked Cod makes dinner easy. This Mediterranean Sheet Pan Cod and vegetables is healthy and fast. Check the budget swap table for alternatives.

Easy 15Minute Cod Dinner: Garlic Lemon Pan-Sear

Easy 15Minute Cod Dinner

4.50 (4 Ratings)

Get a healthy Easy 15Minute Cod Dinner on the table fast. These quick simple cod recipes use a temperature chart for a mahogany sear. Ready in 15 minutes.

Healthy Cod Cauliflower Rice Bowl

Cod Cauliflower Rice Bowl

4.20 (5 Ratings)

This Cod Cauliflower Rice Bowl is a fast, low carb win. Try these healthy cod dinner recipes with our budget swap table. Ready for dinner in 25 minutes.

Easy Skillet Cod Tacos in 20 Minutes

Easy Skillet Cod Tacos

4.00 (7 Ratings)

These Easy Skillet Cod Tacos are pan fried cod tacos ready in 20 minutes. Get crispy cod fish tacos with our budget swap table for easy meal prep.

Quick Air Fryer Cod in 15 Minutes

Quick Air Fryer Cod

5.00 (2 Ratings)

This Quick Air Fryer Cod is a healthy dinner. Use these easy air fryer fish recipes for a fast meal. Includes a temperature chart. Ready in 15 minutes.

Lemon Pepper Air Fryer Cod in 15 Minutes

Lemon Pepper Air Fryer Cod

4.00 (1 Ratings)

Lemon Pepper Air Fryer Cod is a zesty, healthy meal. Try these healthy air fryer cod recipes with no breading. See our temperature chart for juicy fish.

Easy Air Fryer Cod with Smoked Paprika

Easy Air Fryer Cod

4.83 (6 Ratings)

This Easy Air Fryer Cod is flaky and flavorful. Get crispy air fryer cod fillets with our temperature chart. Ready in 15 minutes for a healthy dinner.

Layered Patriotic Punch: Fizzy and Crisp

Patriotic Punch in 5 Minutes

4.00 (2 Ratings)

Make a stunning Patriotic Punch with this Layered Patriotic Punch guide. See Simple 4th of July Drink Recipes and a common mistakes checklist. Ready in 5 min!

Air Fryer Broccoli: Healthy Garlic Delight

Air Fryer Broccoli

4.75 (4 Ratings)

Try this Air Fryer Broccoli Recipe with Healthy garlic for a savory side. Get garlic air fryer broccoli results with our step-by-step timing guide.

Easy Chicken Pesto Recipe: Failure-Proof

Easy Chicken Pesto Recipe

4.60 (5 Ratings)

Master this easy chicken pesto recipe for a high-protein dinner. This baked pesto chicken is simple. Step-by-step timing guide included. Ready in 30 minutes.