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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 stir-fried scallops and vegetables

Stir-Fried Scallops And Vegetables

Scallops are quick-cooking so they work well in stir fries. Add broccoli, carrots, baby corn, and snow peas in a teriyaki sauce and you have a delicious dinner.

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 slow cooker burrito jalisco (mexican pork)

Slow Cooker Burrito Jalisco (Mexican Pork)

Cook up some easy Mexican comfort food by slow-cooking pork in beer and spices, then enjoying it in tortillas loaded with guacamole, cheese, and more.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for slow cooker sweet potato lentil stew

Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Lentil Stew

This slow cooked sweet potato lentil stew is a flavorful and nutritious dish packed with protein and veggies. Use vegetable broth to make it vegan-friendly.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for ground beef chimichangas

Ground Beef Chimichangas

These ground beef filled chimichangas are a breeze to prepare and make a great dinner or lunch.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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recipe for classic meatballs & gravy

Classic Meatballs & Gravy

Meatballs and tomato sauce stole the spotlight away from meatballs and gravy. There's nothing like mashed potatoes topped with meatballs, though, so go with this no-frills...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for copycat alex trebek's tourtiere trebek

Copycat Alex Trebek's Tourtiere Trebek

Made with pastry, ground pork, ground veal, onion, poultry seasoning, dried thyme, ground cloves, red wine, beef stock or water, breadcrumbs, salt and pepper

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for cadillac ranch chili

Cadillac Ranch Chili

Cadillac Ranch serves this chili on their nachos but it's just as good served by itself (or topped with cheese, green onions, sour cream!)

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for fried pork tenderloin sandwich

Fried Pork Tenderloin Sandwich

Looking for the ultimate sandwich? This fried pork tenderloin sandwich is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Serve on buns with your favorite toppings.

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for polish sausage & peppers for 50

Polish Sausage & Peppers For 50

An great recipe for a large group. Sausage and peppers are slowly cooked in a roaster oven making it easy to prepare in advance with little mess.

Method:   roaster oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for slow cooker venison sloppy joes

Slow Cooker Venison Sloppy Joes

Sloppy Joes may be simple, but that doesn't mean they need to be boring. This slow-cooker venison recipe has an arsenal of flavors like dijon, cumin, and chili powder...

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for slow cooker beef ranchero

Slow Cooker Beef Ranchero

This beef ranchero is easy to whip up in a crockpot with onion, cheddar cheese, and tomato with green chiles.

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker asian pork strips

Slow Cooker Asian Pork Strips

Strips of lean pork stewed in the crockpot with soy sauce, garlic, and BBQ sauce get the perfect complement from little bursts of tropical pineapple flavor.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker venison chili

Slow Cooker Venison Chili

Corn and beans stew with the venison in a tangy tomato sauce for a hearty bowl on a cold day. Garnish with sour cream and scallions for presentation points.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for paella con conejo (rabbit paella)

Paella Con Conejo (Rabbit Paella)

This paella combines chicken thighs and rabbit in a rich, meaty skillet. Saffron, rosemary, and Spanish paprika provide wonderful flavor to complement the meats.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for 21 club hamburger

21 Club Hamburger

Made with hamburger buns, butter, salt and freshly ground black pepper, celery, chicken broth, ground top sirloin, bread crumbs, Worcestershire sauce, grated nutmeg

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for easy turkey pot pie

Easy Turkey Pot Pie

This recipe is the perfect way to use up leftover turkey or chicken. The gravy and vegetables create a savory filling, while the biscuit dough adds a fluffy, flaky topping.

Method:   oven
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 another chicken pot pie

Another Chicken Pot Pie

Made with pie pastry, chicken, frozen peas and carrots, butter, flour, onion, salt, black pepper, chicken broth, milk

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for mexican tater tot casserole

Mexican Tater Tot Casserole

Made with frozen tater tots, ground beef, onion, enchilada sauce, black olives, salt, pepper, and garlic powder, corn, Cheddar cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for california pizza kitchen original bbq pizza

California Pizza Kitchen Original BBQ Pizza

This CPK copycat BBQ chicken pizza with red onion, gouda, and a honey-infused crust will seriously change the way you do pizza night (or make pizza night a...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for chicken and dried beef casserole with a mushroom sauce

Chicken and Dried Beef Casserole with a Mushroom Sauce

Made with sliced mushrooms, chicken breast halves, dried beef, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, bacon, mushrooms

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for hawaiian spam pizza

Hawaiian Spam Pizza

Hawaiians know the tasty truth about spam. Spam and pineapple with red onion and green pepper makes a delicious island-style pizza.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for slow cooker spicy beef curry stew

Slow Cooker Spicy Beef Curry Stew

This easy-to-make curry recipe has tender beef and mild curry flavors. If you want to up the heat, add additional jalapeno.

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for fancy covered meatballs

Fancy Covered Meatballs

A beefy version of pigs in a blanket. Savory meatballs are wrapped in crescent roll dough and baked until golden brown. Makes a great appetizer.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for copycat harrah's bar-b-que hamburgers

Copycat Harrah's Bar-B-Que Hamburgers

A perfectly cooked, tender beef patty is topped with a homemade BBQ sauce to copy these famous Bar-B-Que hamburgers from Harrah's.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for easy meatball sandwiches

Easy Meatball Sandwiches

These easy meatball sandwiches are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Simply simmer the meatballs in your favorite spaghetti sauce, and pile them on a hoagie bun.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker wild rice chili

Slow Cooker Wild Rice Chili

Made with chili powder, water, condensed beef broth, ground beef, onion, garlic, wild rice, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, kidney beans

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for italian easter ham and cheese pie

Italian Easter Ham and Cheese Pie

A creamy mix of ricotta, mozzarella and Romano makes this pie a delightfully cheesy affair, the perfect choice for a laid-back family brunch.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for copycat mcdonald's lobster sandwich

Copycat McDonald's Lobster Sandwich

McDonalds? Lobster? You heard right, and the fast food giant actually keeps this New England staple pretty simple. Fresh lobster and a crunchy lettuce leaf on a good...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for nesco roaster oven turkey

Nesco Roaster Oven Turkey

Is Thanksgiving stressing you out? Fear not; with this roaster oven turkey method, you can serve up a golden bird that's both juicy and flavorful with ease.

Method:   roaster oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for slow cooker meatball sub sandwich

Slow Cooker Meatball Sub Sandwich

Take an easy classic and make it even easier with a slow cooker! Meatballs and pasta sauce in the crock pot, thrown on toasted buns with a bit of melty mozzarella.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for cajun pan fried swordfish

Cajun Pan Fried Swordfish

Cajun flavors never fail. Seared swordfish steaks coated in Cajun seasoning make for some flavorful fillets. A little spritz of citrus at the table is the final push to...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker irish lamb stew

Slow Cooker Irish Lamb Stew

Lamb, herbs, and a load of veggies like parsnips and potatoes stew together in the crockpot for a savory treat. Best washed down with a pint of Guinness.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

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 baked taco spaghetti

Baked Taco Spaghetti

An easy Tex-Mex baked spaghetti that can be made ahead of time.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for blue ribbon tomato and green bean shepherd's pie

Blue Ribbon Tomato And Green Bean Shepherd's Pie

Any shepherd's pie recipe that takes the ribbon at a county fair is worth making. This one keeps it simple, with mashed potatoes and cheddar to top off...

Method:   stovetop, oven
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 new mexican green chile stew (caldillo)

New Mexican Green Chile Stew (Caldillo)

This vibrant verde stew with meat, potatoes, and fresh green chiles is as striking in flavor as it is in color. South of the border flavor wherever you are!

Method:   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 quick one-skillet beef stroganoff with noodles

Quick One-Skillet Beef Stroganoff With Noodles

Easy recipe for an impressive meal! Egg noodles cook in a sour cream sauce with beef and mushrooms in this quick take on the classic stroganoff. One...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for slow cooker chicken cajun smoked sausage stew

Slow Cooker Chicken Cajun Smoked Sausage Stew

This is a serious Cajun stew. Smoked sausage and diced chicken join carrots, celery, and onions in a Cajun-spiked tomato broth that simmers away in the...

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker pizza casserole

Slow Cooker Pizza Casserole

Plenty of cheese and spaghetti sauce over egg noodles makes this an easy dish. Feel free to sub in any of your favorite pizza toppings like spicy sausage or pepperoni.

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

recipe for baked three cheese chicken tetrazzini pasta casserole

Baked Three Cheese Chicken Tetrazzini Pasta Casserole

Swiss, Cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses make this baked pasta dish a winner. Great way to use up leftover chicken too.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for slow cooker hot dog chili

Slow Cooker Hot Dog Chili

This meaty chili turns forlorn frankfurters into gourmet grillout food, especially when topped with some melty cheddar and sharp red onion. You'll have a hard time having a...

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

recipe for 5-hour stew

5-Hour Stew

The trick to this never-fail stew is that it is slowly cooked in a sealed Dutch oven. By sealing the lid on, moisture is trapped inside and the beef doesn't dry out.

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker meatballs in a beefy onion sauce

Slow Cooker Meatballs In A Beefy Onion Sauce

A savory dinner made easy with a crock pot. Using frozen cooked meatballs, beef gravy, garlic, and onion soup mix, this dish is perfect for serving over...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for sausage, mushroom, green pepper, and onion calzone

Sausage, Mushroom, Green Pepper, And Onion Calzone

It's pretty impossible to ever get tired of pizza, but it doesn't hurt to change it up with a calzone. Italian sausage, veggies, and pizza sauce pack...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for milk cooked carnitas (using boston butt roast)

Milk Cooked Carnitas (Using Boston Butt Roast)

Indulge in this savory recipe for milk-cooked carnitas without having to drive to a taqueria. You're welcome.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for herb rubbed pork chops

Herb Rubbed Pork Chops

A few well-placed herbs and spices can make all the difference in the world, and this pork chop recipe is proof.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes





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