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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 fish stick fajitas

Fish Stick Fajitas

This unique twist on classic fajitas uses frozen fish sticks layered in soft flour tortillas with your favorite toppings.

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat olive garden's tuscan garlic chicken

Copycat Olive Garden's Tuscan Garlic Chicken

Enjoy your Olive Garden favorite, Tuscan garlic chicken, at home. This delicious dish combines chicken, garlic, red bell pepper, and spinach, served with...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for ciro's pizza

Ciro's Pizza

Made with flour, baker's yeast, olive oil, salt and pepper, egg, water, Roma tomatoes, capers, anchovies in oil

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for shepherd's pie with leftover beef

Shepherd's Pie With Leftover Beef

Leftovers don't have to be boring. This shepherd's pie is a tasty way to take your roast beef from drab to fab in no time at all.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for broccoli fish divan

Broccoli Fish Divan

Made with paprika, margarine, bread crumbs, frozen broccoli, white fish fillets, cream of broccoli soup, milk, cheddar cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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recipe for homemade haggis

Homemade Haggis

Made with stock, pepper, salt, ground allspice, cayenne pepper, onion, oatmeal, beef suet, calf liver, beef heart

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for 40 clove garlic vampire chicken

40 Clove Garlic Vampire Chicken

Made with French bread, garlic, fresh rosemary, thyme, sage, Italian parsley, black pepper, roasting or fryer chicken, celery

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

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 barbecued turkey cutlets

Slow Cooker Barbecued Turkey Cutlets

Add this to your list of go-to crockpot meals. Turkey breast slow-cooked with a sweet and tangy sauce and served over rice.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker belgian beef stew

Slow Cooker Belgian Beef Stew

The key to this mushroom and carrot packed Belgian stew is the beer, which adds an element of depth you just can't get with broth or water.

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for panang loog chin nua (thai meatballs panang curry)

Panang Loog Chin Nua (Thai Meatballs Panang Curry)

A tasty Thai recipe made with ground beef, coconut milk, red curry paste, peanut butter, fish sauce, sugar, and basil.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for slow cooker italian shredded beef sandwiches

Slow Cooker Italian Shredded Beef Sandwiches

This shredded beef recipe serves a large group but the leftovers freeze well if you're only serving a small crowd.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for award winning chili

Award Winning Chili

Made with jalapeno pepper, poblano peppers, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, onion, garlic, ancho chiles, chile negros, New Mexico chile, chili powder

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker sweet and tangy hot dogs

Slow Cooker Sweet And Tangy Hot Dogs

A bit of brown sugar in the sauce really gets the sweet and savory combo going for these crowd-pleasing hot dogs.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 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 spicy slow cooker jamaican coconut fish stew

Spicy Slow Cooker Jamaican Coconut Fish Stew

This slow-cooker fish stew with tomatoes, coconut milk, and a squeeze of lime juice is simultaneously hearty and refreshing.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for game day burger-potato bites

Game Day Burger-Potato Bites

Fun little burger bites! Waffle fries are topped with a mini burger patty and all your favorite burger fixings.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for copycat cracker barrel grilled chicken tenderloin

Copycat Cracker Barrel Grilled Chicken Tenderloin

This marinated chicken is simple, versatile, and yummy. Italian dressing is the key to keeping the ingredient list short and sweet and close copy of...

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for applesauce meatballs

Applesauce Meatballs

Looking for tender meatballs? Applesauce is the secret ingredient that keeps these meatballs soft. Simmering them in the tangy sauce gives them extra flavor.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker chicken paprikash

Slow Cooker Chicken Paprikash

Chicken pieces are slow cooked in a mixture of tomatoes, green bell pepper, onion, and seasonings. The finished sauce is mixed with sour cream and served over egg noodles.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for healthy chicken and stuffing casserole

Healthy Chicken And Stuffing Casserole

This recipe is a healthier twist on the popular chicken and stuffing casseroles. This one nixes the canned soup and packaged stuffing mix for a lower fat, lower...

Method:   oven, stovetop, microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes

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 drumstick skillet with rice

Drumstick Skillet with Rice

Looking for a quick and easy dinner? Chicken drumsticks are browned and then simmered in a flavorful rice and vegetable mixture.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for chicken and avocado sandwich

Chicken and Avocado Sandwich

Nothing like a creamy spread of avocado to add to your sandwich especially when paired with juicy tomatoes, crispy sourdough bread, and savory roast chicken.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker pork enchiladas

Slow Cooker Pork Enchiladas

Tired of the usual chicken or beef enchiladas? Change things up with some tender, slow-cooked shredded pork in this easy recipe for enchiladas.

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

recipe for fish in coconut beer batter

Fish In Coconut Beer Batter

Coconut and fish go together, beer and fish go together. White fish fried in a shredded coconut beer batter gets a creamy tomato sauce for dipping. Serve with an ice cold...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for baked seafood casserole

Baked Seafood Casserole

Made with onion, celery, red bell pepper, seafood, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper, bread crumbs, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, parsley

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for stir fried spinach

Stir Fried Spinach

Make sure you start with a big bunch of spinach, because you'll want plenty of these garlic stir-fried greens for a colorful and healthy side dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for bacon and cheese sandwich

Bacon and Cheese Sandwich

Buttered bread, melty American cheese, and meaty bacon bring a tasty upgrade to a classic grilled cheese sandwich. Make on your George Foreman grill or in a skillet.

Method:   indoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for slow cooker taco-style shredded chicken

Slow Cooker Taco-Style Shredded Chicken

Slowly cooking chicken in an array of taco-style seasonings makes it tender and flavorful and perfect for use in a variety of recipes.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for texas shepherd's pie with buttermilk mashed potatoes

Texas Shepherd's Pie With Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes

A southern twist on Shepherd's pie made with ground beef, vegetables, and salsa and topped with buttermilk mashed potatoes

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for barbecue bacon meatloaf

Barbecue Bacon Meatloaf

A barbecue-flavored meatloaf is wrapped in bacon. You can't go wrong with that.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for fried vegetarian spring rolls (cha gio chay)

Fried Vegetarian Spring Rolls (Cha Gio Chay)

The perfect appetizer for a homemade Asian feast. Spring rolls stuffed with noodles, mushrooms, and all manner of other good stuff are fried until crispy.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for curry burgers

Curry Burgers

Curry flavored burgers are a unique twist on the classic American burger. The curry flavor is perfect for those who love a little bit of spice in their food.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker cranberry bbq chicken

Slow Cooker Cranberry BBQ Chicken

Made with onion soup mix, boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cranberry sauce

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for slow cooker oxtail stew

Slow Cooker Oxtail Stew

The crockpot is perfect for this stew because oxtails need a long cooking time with low heat to become tender.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for fish neapolitan

Fish Neapolitan

Simmering the fish in aromatic, basil-infused tomato juice makes it flaky and delicious while keeping dinner oil-free.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat hardee's charcoal broiled burgers

Copycat Hardee's Charcoal Broiled Burgers

Ever wondered how to achieve that signature burger flavor at home? These Hardee's-inspired burgers bring that delicious grilled taste to your kitchen with a...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for slow cooker breakfast burritos

Slow Cooker Breakfast Burritos

Slow-cooked tomato, onion, and ham mixed with Monterey jack and cheddar is a marvelous mix for early morning tortillas.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for couldn't be easier slow cooker beef stew and vegetables

Couldn't Be Easier Slow Cooker Beef Stew And Vegetables

This hearty crock pot beef stew is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner and can be made in just a few simple steps, using convenient staples such...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for king ranch casserole

King Ranch Casserole

Made with Cheddar cheese, onion, corn tortillas, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, tomatoes with green chilies, chicken broth, diced chicken

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 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 nine layer chicken casserole

Nine Layer Chicken Casserole

This casserole has everything but the kitchen sink! Assemble it a day ahead of time for best results.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for copycat houston's veggie burgers

Copycat Houston's Veggie Burgers

Patties made from black beans, brown rice, and plenty of spices put the stereotype of bland, dry veggie burgers to rest.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for potato and beef skillet

Potato And Beef Skillet

Made with tortilla chips, ground beef, au gratin potatoes, whole kernel corn with red and green peppers, water, taco-seasoned Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for irish-american shepherd's pie

Irish-American Shepherd's Pie

Made with garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, red wine or beef broth, seasoned salt, seasoned pepper, allspice, cornstarch, potatoes, sour cream

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for copycat dave and buster's cheeseburger pizza

Copycat Dave And Buster's Cheeseburger Pizza

Tastes just like a cheeseburger! This copycat recipe from Dave And Buster's restaurant is made with a fresh pizza crust, topped with cheeseburger-like...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for saucy seafood stir-fry

Saucy Seafood Stir-Fry

Shrimp and scallops are stir fried with broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, bell peppers and a secret sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat applebee's blackened whitefish sandwich with kookaburra sauce

Copycat Applebee's Blackened Whitefish Sandwich with Kookaburra Sauce

Applebee's no longer serves this fish sandwich but you can make it at home. The seared tilapia sandwich is made famous by its tango...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker sloppy jane sandwiches

Slow Cooker Sloppy Jane Sandwiches

The sloppy Jane is lesser known, but no less of a party favorite. Hot dogs, slow-cooked with baked beans and chili sauce make up the sloppy favorite of those who pick...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours





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