It’s ironic that some of our greatest entertainment comes from documenting what chefs can do when placed in a scenario with limited ingredients and minimal time. Hundreds of people stay abreast of their progress as they run around, frenzied, trying not to sweat into their frittatas.

With quarantining, grocery stores controlling the number of shoppers at a time, and snaking lines, we are each our own Chopped competitor. Whether it’s time you’re lacking, the variety your kitchen is missing, or too many underfoot to focus, here are some of our swift-to-prep dishes — a short ingredient list, yet maximum flavor, guaranteed, every time!

Eggplant Parmesan

Layer your favorite marinara sauce (I prefer chunky), prebreaded eggplant, and shredded cheese. Bake covered at 350°F (175°C) for about 45 minutes

—Esti Vago, production

One-Pan Chicken and Rice

One of the easiest, best-liked recipes in my house is chicken and rice in one pan. I coat the chicken bottoms on both sides with garlic powder and paprika, then coat with a mixture of barbecue sauce and duck sauce, also on both sides. Pour 1 cup of brown rice on the bottom of a pan and add 2 cups of water.

Place the chicken bottoms on top of rice. Cover and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 2–3 hours. Uncover for 15 minutes to get a nice crisp on the chicken. Every family member licks their plates clean when I serve this.

—Shana Halpert, proofreader