Meals for Two to Keep in Your Back Pocket

Edited by Mandy

Published 01/03/2025

Most recipes are made to serve four (or six, or eight…), but these easy meals are perfectly portioned for you plus one.

Breakfasts for Two

Sausage, Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sandwiches for Two
5.0 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 5 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 5
Servings: 2
Making your favorite fast-food breakfast sandwich has never been easier! Bake frozen biscuits while you prepare the eggs and sausage, and in 40 minutes, you’ll have a breakfast that’s miles better than any drive-thru option. Here's how to make a sausage, egg and cheese sandwich that's sure to brighten your morning.
Gooey Caramel Apple Rolls for Two
5.0 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 1 reviews.
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 5
Servings: 2
Yum! The smell of these gooey rolls baking in your own kitchen will make you want to eat them right up and probably want more!
Breakfast Biscuit Cups for Two
4.7 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 4 reviews.
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 7
Servings: 2
Individual egg bakes are super fun to serve right in these cups.
Bacon, Egg and Cheese Biscuit Casserole for Two
4.2 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 5 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 1 hr 5 min
Ingredients: 10
Servings: 2
Want to make a special breakfast casserole without inviting a bunch of people over? Now you can! This perfectly proportioned mini version of one of our most popular egg bakes is made in a loaf pan, so it serves just a few people. Bacon, fresh spinach, onions and Cheddar mixed with frozen Pillsbury™ Biscuits give this dish a lot of flavor with little effort.

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Dinners for Two

California Club Crescent Roll Bake for Two
0.0 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 0 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 6
Servings: 2
With a fusion of bright flavors inspired by California cuisine, this club recipe combines the flaky goodness of Pillsbury™ Crescent Rolls with fresh ingredients like diced tomatoes and guacamole, and flavor favorites like salty bacon and sharp cheddar. Prep only takes 15 minutes, but the sun-soaked vibes will stay with you for much longer. Try this delight on busy weeknights just for the two of you.
Creamy Smothered Ranch Pork Chops for Two
4.6 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 118 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 9
Servings: 2
This quick and complete dinner for two is done in just 30 minutes—really! Bone-in pork chops get smothered in a creamy ranch skillet sauce and come served with cooked egg noodles.
Taco Crescent Casserole (Cooking for Two)
5.0 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 1 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 9
Servings: 4
Taco casserole with crescent rolls? It's a sure hit! If you're craving classic comfort food, this beefy, cheesy Tex-Mex bake delivers. It's a simple, well-rounded dinner that's hot and ready to enjoy in just 45 minutes—and you'd never guess this crescent roll taco casserole is loaded with fresh veggies!
Cheesy Southwest Chicken Crescent Ring for Two
5.0 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 1 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 6
Servings: 2
You don't have to be cooking for a crowd to make a special meal—we've got a dish that's perfect for sharing with a loved one on busy weeknights and lazy weekends alike. This simple southwest crescent ring recipe creates a beautiful meal with our smallest package of crescent rolls. That's dinner for two in under an hour!
Crescent-Topped Beef Pot Pie for Two
4.7 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 3 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 55 min
Ingredients: 8
Servings: 2
Tender ground beef, flaky crust and a savory filling packed with tender veggies. Weeknight dinners don’t get much more satisfying than this Crescent-Topped Beef Pot Pie for Two. It has all the hearty, comforting flavors of a traditional pot pie, sized just right for you and your favorite person. All you need for this easy, crescent-topped casserole is Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Rolls (4 Count) in a convenient, smaller can, Progresso™ Soup, and a few pantry staples. This recipe is designed to make generous servings-so generous you might even have a second scoop of delicious, warm pot pie! But the Doughboy knows you don't want to waste food or eat leftovers all week-so he made this recipe just for two to enjoy! And here’s more good news: it’ll be ready in under an hour, and you can get dinner for you and your +1 on the table in no time.
5-Ingredient Chicken and Dumplings for Two
4.2 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 77 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 6
Servings: 2
A comfort-food meal for two is a rare treat. This recipe makes just enough chicken and dumplings for a cozy night in without too many leftovers in your fridge.
Pillsbury™ Grands!™ Buttermilk Biscuits and Progresso™ Reduced Sodium Chicken Broth make this recipe simple and oh-so-delicious. Classic chicken and dumplings are comforting for many people, and this recipe brings out the traditional flavors you know and love.
Whether you’re hosting a friend, have a 1-1 dinner with your kiddo, or are planning a date night with your sweetheart, this recipe is beloved by all.
One-Pot Meatball Stroganoff for Two
4.4 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 109 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 8
Servings: 2
You’ll be shocked this flavorful, one-pot meatball stroganoff for two calls for so few ingredients.
Easy Beef Enchiladas for Two
4.4 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 69 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 6
Servings: 2
Have your favorite enchiladas for dinner easily without all the leftovers. It won’t take long to make this recipe that serves two people. Top with your favorite fresh ingredients.
Quick Chicken Pot Pies for Two
4.6 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 10 reviews.
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 5
Servings: 2
Making comfort food for two people can be a challenge, but with this perfectly-portioned recipe, you can make chicken pot pie without all the fussy leftovers! A cozy, homemade meal for two is just a few minutes away.
Traditional pot pie recipes call for homemade crusts and hand-chopped vegetables. Using frozen vegetables and pre-made Pillsbury™ Grands!™ Buttermilk Biscuits, you can make a convenient meal with very little prep. This cuts down on your time in the kitchen and leaves more time for enjoying your food.
This quick chicken pot pie recipe ensures that each bite has the perfect biscuit-to-filling ratio. Unlike larger pot pies, each person gets their own to ensure that they can enjoy their favorite part.
Whip this up for your next cozy night in!
Chicken Sausage Calzones for Two
4.5 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 2 reviews.
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 6
Servings: 2
Calzones filled with healthy ingredients are super simple to make for two!
Baked Pork Chops and Vegetables (Cooking for Two)
3.3 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 6 reviews.
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 1 hr 10 min
Ingredients: 9
Servings: 2
With pork chops, veggies and stuffing, this casserole is a hearty meal-in-one.
Slow-Cooker Beef and Bacon Stew for Two
3.8 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 40 reviews.
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 7 hr 10 min
Ingredients: 9
Servings: 2
Get an extra flavor boost when you add bacon to your beef stew--a comfort food favorite for two.
Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry for Two
4.4 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 46 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 9
Servings: 2
Who needs take-out when you can create a colorful, flavorful stir-fry at home in just minutes?
Chicken Alfredo Biscuit Casserole for Two
4.3 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 4 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 55 min
Ingredients: 8
Servings: 2
Making a casserole for small households is simple when you have this recipe on hand. Frozen Pillsbury™ Biscuits, rotisserie chicken, broccoli, Parmesan cheese and Alfredo sauce get baked in a loaf pan for a delightful dinner that won’t leave you with a ton of leftovers.