Dinner Recipes

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

A slathering of mustard on the fish adds zip to the crispy coating when deep-fried. Best with catfish but works well with other fish too.

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

A lower-fat version of jambalaya that doesn't skimp on flavor. Turkey sausage replaces the higher fat kielbasa found in other recipes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Tender slices of beef are grilled to perfection and smothered in a rich, flavorful balsamic sauce in this Olive Garden copycat recipe.

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

Create mouthwatering tamales with this easy-to-follow recipe. Featuring a flavorful cornmeal batter and savory chicken filling, these homemade tamales are perfect for any occasion.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

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Fancy meets easy in this cauliflower casserole, and the result will have you coming back for seconds.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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

Slow cooker pulled pork is so easy it's hardly fair. Pork shoulder in the crockpot with a tangy barbecue sauce makes a pulled pork great for sandwiches.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

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

Not your usual tater tot casserole! This version tosses tater tots with ground beef and tops them with a creamy tomato sauce and parmesan cheese.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

The traditional double-decker turkey club gets a California upgrade with the addition of avocado and alfalfa sprouts.


Time:   under 30 minutes

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

Made with chili powder, bay leaves, ground cloves, ground cinnamon, garam masala, cardamom pods, ginger, garlic, tomatoes, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Sloppy Joes don't get much easier than this. Ready in as little as an hour but also can simmer all day if desired.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with potatoes, spinach, lemon, barramundi or perch fish, olive oil, white wine, garlic, chile, fresh parsley, shallots

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Serve this so-easy chicken a la king over rice or noodles. If you can't find the frozen pea blend simply substitute regular frozen peas and some chopped onions.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

A delicious rice dish made with shrimp or scallops, stewed tomatoes, okra, and long-grain white rice.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Tender beef meatballs are simmered in a marsala wine and herb pasta sauce and served over spaghetti pasta.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with ground pork, salt, black pepper, eggs, onions, heavy cream, bread crumbs, butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with olives, corn tortillas, enchilada sauce, corn, onion, green chiles, ground beef or ground chicken, cilantro, cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This veggie chili is packed to the brim with the good stuff. Plenty of chili powder gives the chili some kick and some zing.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Take a bite into bold flavors with this blackened steak sandwich. Packed with a punch of cayenne and a hint of thyme, it's a steak sandwich that stands out in a crowd.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Quick way to elevate some ordinary salmon fillets. Sour cream, Dijon mustard, and capers make a creamy sauce perfect for topping broiled salmon.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

A simple blend of shredded chicken, ranch seasoning, sour cream, and salsa is heated and rolled into tortillas for an easy burrito-style wrap.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Pizza crust topped with Monterey Jack cheese, artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, goat cheese, and kalamata olives.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

Texas meets Tuscany. Ground beef and chili powder duke it out with Italian sausage and oregano in the chili pot, and the winner is: you!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with soy sauce, cornstarch, sea scallops, butter, mushrooms, garlic, chicken broth, broccoli, red bell pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

Made with eggs, milk, biscuit baking mix, Cheddar cheese, frozen meatballs, frozen sweet peas, pepper, salt, refrigerated shredded hash brown potatoes

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Quick and easy fajitas made with ground beef, bell peppers, and zucchini. Served with a low fat sour cream-mustard sauce.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

What's better than a burger? A bacon and cheese stuffed burger, of course! This recipe is for all the bacon and cheese lovers out there. So fire up the grill and get...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

French onion dip and crushed chips turn ordinary ground beef into some scrumptious sliders that are just oh so snackable.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

Lettuce wraps have become a big hit the past few years. They make great appetizers or a light entree.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Get out all the spices and gear up for a challenge. Lemongrass, chiles, and cilantro deliver complex flavor with citrusy undertones for this stir-fried duck over rice.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Corn tortillas layered with ground beef, cheese, and a simmered mix of blended tomatoes and onions will become one of your new favorites.

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

If you ever wondered how a few simple ingredients could come together to create something so tasty, look no further. This recipe combines juicy sausage with...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This creamy throw-together casserole is as flexible as they come. You can substitute leftover chicken for the turkey, and any spare veggies like cauliflower for the...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Creamy yogurt-sauced lamb flavored with an array of spices. It's hard to go wrong with lamb no matter how you cook it, but it's the cumin seeds, coriander, and garam masala...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with ground turkey, Montreal chicken seasoning, hamburger buns

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

A scrumptious chicken dish that's miles above boring baked standbys. Juicy chicken thighs baked with navy beans and mushrooms make a full meal in a casserole dish. What's easier...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Pork, shrimp, water chestnuts, and mushrooms make up the filling in these steamed dumplings.

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   30-60 minutes

Creamy crab salad on a fluffy sandwich roll is a bite that's hard to top for texture. The salad can be made up to 24 hours in advance making these a great party dish.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Simple grilled fish and a tangy tomato topping come together to make a fantastic sandwich. Any firm (grillable), mild fish will work well in this recipe.

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

Lean beef is simmered with stewed tomatoes, tomato paste, cilantro, seasonings, and hominy.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

This sweet and savory dish with deep flavors from rich caramel, fish sauce, garlic and shallots cooks up to perfection in a slow cooker and goes beautifully with rice.

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

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

Potato pizza is an Italian specialty that you don't find in most American pizzerias. This pizza can be served for lunch, dinner, or as an appetizer.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Tilapia fillets are seasoned and sauteed, then braised with beer, onions, mushrooms, and tomatoes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Who doesn't love a good peanut butter and pickle sandwich? The sweet and salty flavors of the peanut butter paired with the tanginess of the pickles is a match made in heaven.


Time:   under 30 minutes