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Dinner Recipes

Delicious dinners for beef, chicken, vegetarian, seafood, fish, pork, ham and more main dishes. No need for fast food or dining out with these tasty dinners! Whether you are looking for dinner party recipes, healthy dinners, or quick and easy main dishes we have lots of recipes to choose from.



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recipe for hot and spicy slow cooker sloppy joes

Hot And Spicy Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes

This spicy version of the classic sloppy joes sandwich is made with ground beef and is simmered in the crock pot. It gets its heat from spicy V8 juice, chili...

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for moroccan braised lamb shoulder

Moroccan Braised Lamb Shoulder

Lamb is perfect in a Moroccan-style braise with wine and rosemary served over couscous.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for slow cooker beef stew with dumplings

Slow Cooker Beef Stew With Dumplings

Looking for a no-fuss dinner option? This beef stew with dumplings is just the ticket, with everything coming together in one pot for a tasty and filling meal.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for grilled chopped steak burger

Grilled Chopped Steak Burger

Love a good steak? These burgers use ground sirloin instead of regular ground beef which gives them a more steak-like flavor.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat maid-rite pork tenderloin sandwiches

Copycat Maid-Rite Pork Tenderloin Sandwiches

This is one serious pork tenderloin sandwich. Butterflied pork marinated and fried with a crispy panko crust makes a delightful sandwich.

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   2-5 hours

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recipe for all-american club sandwich

All-American Club Sandwich

A classic American sandwich. This mouthwatering sandwich features layers of ham, turkey, American cheese, bacon, tomato, and lettuce, all stacked between three slices of...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for you're not man enough chili

You're Not Man Enough Chili

Made with white onion, kidney beans, black beans, stewed tomatoes, jalapenos, curry powder, chili powder, seasoned black pepper, Tabasco sauce, habanero hot sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for five-gallon chicken pot pie

Five-Gallon Chicken Pot Pie

This savory pot pie stuffed with chicken, mushrooms, potatoes, and carrots will still be tasty scaled down a bit. But if you need to feed a crowd, you're in the right place.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for slow cooker italian sausage, peppers, and onions

Slow Cooker Italian Sausage, Peppers, and Onions

The sausage, peppers, and onions are cooked in a slow cooker, making it easy and convenient. Serve the sausages and veggies on soft hoagie buns or slice...

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for turkey chow mein

Turkey Chow Mein

Made with canola oil, onion, garlic, celery, red bell pepper, fresh mushrooms, water chestnuts, bok choy, bean sprouts, five-spice powder

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for burrito lasagna

Burrito Lasagna

Can't decide between a Italian or Tex-Mex dinner? This casserole recipe layers burrito ingredients in between tortillas, Italian-style.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for cincinnati chili

Cincinnati Chili

Made with chili powder, crushed red pepper, ground allspice, salt, onion, garlic, tomato paste, tomato sauce, water, vinegar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for shepherd's cheddar pie

Shepherd's Cheddar Pie

It's amazing how quickly a shepherd's pie can come together with a few choice shortcuts.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for sophia loren's pizza alla napoletana

Sophia Loren's Pizza Alla Napoletana

Sophia Loren, the Italian film actress, once said "Spaghetti can be eaten most successfully if you inhale it like a vacuum cleaner." We recommend slowly...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for impossible cheeseburger pie

Impossible Cheeseburger Pie

Made with eggs, milk, ground beef, onion, salt, cheddar cheese, Bisquick

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker bigos

Slow Cooker Bigos

When it comes to Slavic cuisine, Bigos is definitely one of the most iconic and beloved dishes. This slow cooker version follows tradition with cabbage, sauerkraut, and a variety of...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for beef & pork meatloaf

Beef & Pork Meatloaf

Hard boiled eggs pressed right into the meatloaf make some unique looking slices. Just the right mix of ingredients makes the rest of the loaf plenty tasty as well.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for slow cooker tater tot casserole

Slow Cooker Tater Tot Casserole

Made with cheddar cheese, frozen Tater Tots, milk, ground beef, salt, black pepper, green beans, frozen mixed vegetables, cream of mushroom soup, dried onion

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for muffaletta pizza

Muffaletta Pizza

Made with pizza crust, garlic powder, olive oil, salt, mozzarella cheese, provolone cheese, Parmesan cheese, salami

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for turkey meatballs with quick and chunky tomato sauce

Turkey Meatballs with Quick and Chunky Tomato Sauce

Made with dried thyme, ground ginger, salt, pepper, olive oil, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, dried oregano, dried basil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for impossible lasagne pie

Impossible Lasagne Pie

Impossibly delicious? Impossible to resist? Any way you slice it, it's very possible that this lasagna-inspired dish could become of your favorites.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for open-faced reuben sandwiches

Open-Faced Reuben Sandwiches

Whip up a batch of open-faced Reubens and watch them disappear faster than your willingness to share. It's rye, it's tangy, it's cheesy goodness, no secrets here.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker pork stew with cornmeal dumplings

Slow Cooker Pork Stew With Cornmeal Dumplings

Made with beer, quick-cooking tapioca, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves, dried thyme, salt, ground nutmeg, black pepper, tomatoes

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for slow cooker bbq chicken for sandwiches

Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken For Sandwiches

Looking for a simple and delicious way to make BBQ chicken for sandwiches? Try this recipe for crock pot chicken, cooked in a savory and sweet BBQ sauce until...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for grilled bluefish with mustard glaze

Grilled Bluefish With Mustard Glaze

One fish, two fish, red fish, (grilled) bluefish. A tangy mustard marinade gives these bluefish fillets some zip before grilling.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for fried bologna sandwich

Fried Bologna Sandwich

This hearty sandwich is made by frying thin slices of bologna and onion in a pan, then adding them to a sandwich with your favorite toppings.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for brat-n-tot bake

Brat-n-Tot Bake

Made with cheddar cheese, bratwurst, onion, cream of mushroom soup, Tater Tots, sour cream

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for pita pocket reuben sandwich

Pita Pocket Reuben Sandwich

Made with Swiss cheese, pita bread, deli corned beef, sauerkraut, prepared mustard, Thousand Island salad dressing


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for low-fat chicken pot pies

Low-Fat Chicken Pot Pies

Who says you can't have hearty and healthy at the same time? Delicious and low-fat, these creamy individual chicken pot pies will be a new family favorite.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for barbecue-simmered chicken

Barbecue-Simmered Chicken

Ready for a twist on barbecue chicken? Tender bites of chicken are simmered in a sweet, tangy sauce and served over rice or pasta.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for beef tamales

Beef Tamales

Experience the delicious flavor of traditional Mexican cuisine with these hearty beef tamales. Serve them as a main dish for a family dinner or as a festive party appetizer.

Method:   stovetop, rice cooker/steamer
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for contemporary club sandwich

Contemporary Club Sandwich

The classic club sandwich gets an updated ingredient list.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for chinese scallop stir fry

Chinese Scallop Stir Fry

Bay scallops are stir-fried with fresh mushrooms, bell pepper, green onion, snow peas, and water chestnuts and served over rice.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for buffalo chili con carne

Buffalo Chili Con Carne

Buffalo gives a new twist to a basic chili recipe

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for savory slow cooker italian sausage stew

Savory Slow Cooker Italian Sausage Stew

A hearty stew made with mild Italian sausage and Italian vegetables in a rich tomato-based sauce.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for manhattan burger

Manhattan Burger

This Manhattan Burger doesn't need a fancy chef's hat; it's all about the meat. Chuck and sirloin come together for a flavor that's as bold as the city it's named after.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chicken bulgarian

Chicken Bulgarian

Made with flour, chicken, plain yogurt, salt, garlic, ground cardamom, chili powder, cinnamon

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for cashew pork

Cashew Pork

Pork chops are pan seared and served with a delicious cashew sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for border grill carne asada tacos

Border Grill Carne Asada Tacos

Step up your taco game with these amazing tacos just like they serve at the Border Grill restaurants. No taco seasoning mix here!

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for lyndon johnson's favorite chili

Lyndon Johnson's Favorite Chili

Made with whole tomatoes, water, tabasco, ground beef chuck or venison, onion, garlic, dried oregano, chili powder, cumin, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for creamy beef enchilada casserole

Creamy Beef Enchilada Casserole

This simple layered enchilada-style casserole is made with ground beef that's simmered in a creamy enchilada sauce and layered with longhorn cheese and corn tortillas.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for roast stuffed turkey in a crockpot

Roast Stuffed Turkey In a Crockpot

Roast stuffed turkey is a classic and delicious holiday dish. This recipe uses a crock pot to cook the turkey, which is convenient and frees up your oven for other...

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for easy oven turkey meatballs

Easy Oven Turkey Meatballs

Meatballs are made with ground turkey, spinach, and onion and simmered in a garden-style spaghetti sauce.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for all-american meat loaf

All-American Meat Loaf

Nothing says classic comfort food like a good, old-fashioned helping of meat loaf topped with a homemade tangy glaze.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for crab pasta casserole

Crab Pasta Casserole

Made with basil, salt, sour cream, pasta, onions, fresh mushrooms, green bell pepper, garlic, butter, crab meat

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cheesy chicken crescent dish

Cheesy Chicken Crescent Dish

Made with milk, refrigerated crescent rolls, cooked, cubed chicken, cheddar cheese, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker sweet and sour turkey wings

Slow Cooker Sweet And Sour Turkey Wings

These crockpot turkey wings get a thick glaze of soy, vinegar, and chili sauce and a complement from crunchy green pepper and sweet pineapple chunks.

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for bologna and cabbage

Bologna And Cabbage

Made with salt, black pepper, beef broth, carrots, bologna, cabbage, potatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for alabama-mexican chicken casserole

Alabama-Mexican Chicken Casserole

Made with sharp Cheddar cheese, onions, corn chips, cream of chicken soup, enchilada sauce, cubed, cooked chicken

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for traditional new york pizzeria dough and sauce

Traditional New York Pizzeria Dough And Sauce

Made with milk, brown sugar, salt, shortening, corn meal, olive oil, yeast, flour, whole peeled tomatoes

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours





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