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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 pressure cooker hawaiian pork

Pressure Cooker Hawaiian Pork

Pork and pineapple isn't just for pizza, it's an excellent combo of island flavors over rice, too. Pork and onions quickly pressure-cooked will have you dreaming of a...

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for bloody mary chicken

Bloody Mary Chicken

Made with chicken thighs, chicken breast halves, Worcestershire sauce, Clamato juice or vegetable juice cocktail, diced or stewed tomatoes, garlic, minced garlic

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for grilled amberjack au poivre

Grilled Amberjack au Poivre

Au Poivre is typically seen with steaks, but amberjack is thick and meaty enough to handle it. Marinating the amberjack with a healthy splash of lemon juice and thyme helps...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for beef fajitas with tequila

Beef Fajitas with Tequila

Tequila in the marinade gives these tender skirt steak fajitas a little extra punch.

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for fettuccine with gorgonzola

Fettuccine With Gorgonzola

Great gorgonzola! This simple fettuccine is creamy, comforting, and easily turned into a more substantial meal with some shrimp or grilled chicken.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for slow cooker moroccan lamb and fruit stew

Slow Cooker Moroccan Lamb And Fruit Stew

This slow-cooked savory and sweet dish combines tender lamb with dried apricots and spices, creating a complex and satisfying taste that is sure to impress.

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 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 braised chinese winter melon

Braised Chinese Winter Melon

Slices of winter melon are stir fried with seasonings and bacon.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for baked cajun red snapper

Baked Cajun Red Snapper

Made with fresh parsley, paprika, red snapper, garlic, green onion, green onions, celery, butter or margarine, Cajun seasoning

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for hot and sour pork vindaloo

Hot And Sour Pork Vindaloo

The key to getting Indian dishes as flavorful as they can be is grinding up the spices fresh. Cumin, chiles, and cinnamon make this pork vindaloo pack a serious punch.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker steak fajitas

Slow Cooker Steak Fajitas

Flank steak is the traditional cut of beef used in fajitas. The crock pot helps make it tender with its low and slow cooking.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for dim sum (steamed pork and shrimp dumplings)

Dim Sum (Steamed Pork And Shrimp Dumplings)

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

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for pepper-beef stir-fry

Pepper-Beef Stir-Fry

Thinly sliced round steak is marinated in a soy sauce mixture and then stir fried with bell pepper, green onion, mushrooms, and tomatoes and served over cooked Asian noodles.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cheesy chicken pasta casserole

Cheesy Chicken Pasta Casserole

Made with cornflake crumbs, cooked chicken, pasta or noodles, margarine, flour, salt, skim milk, cheddar cheese

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 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 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 beans and weenie bake

Beans And Weenie Bake

Made with hot dogs, chili, corn muffin mix, egg, milk, jalapeno, Cheddar cheese

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for pork carnitas

Pork Carnitas

Delicious pork carnitas made by simmering the seasoned pork until tender, then baking it to give it the traditional texture.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for company steak with mushroom-onion topping

Company Steak With Mushroom-Onion Topping

What's better than a perfectly cooked steak? One with this delicious mushroom and onion topping!

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for hot & tangy garlic chicken

Hot & Tangy Garlic Chicken

Made with green bell pepper, chicken breasts, cornstarch, dry sherry, garlic, chicken broth, vinegar, red pepper, oil, carrots

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for slow cooker chili without beans

Slow Cooker Chili Without Beans

A delicious Texas-style chili. The meat is slow cooked until it is completely tender. The beer helps to tenderize it and adds flavor to the dish so make sure to use a...

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for meatballs in marsala sauce

Meatballs In Marsala Sauce

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

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for danish meatballs with dill sauce

Danish Meatballs With Dill Sauce

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

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for cheesy baked salsa chicken

Cheesy Baked Salsa Chicken

Made with boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, canola oil, onions, salsa, sour cream, Cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for chicken alfredo pizza

Chicken Alfredo Pizza

Made with roasted red peppers, chicken, sweet onion, sugar, olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, balsamic vinegar, Alfredo sauce, pizza crust

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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 montreal turkey burgers

Montreal Turkey Burgers

Made with ground turkey, Montreal chicken seasoning, hamburger buns

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for shrimp and sausage paella

Shrimp And Sausage Paella

This version of paella is made with hot Italian sausage, rice, tomatoes, shrimp, mussels, clams, and peas.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for beef with butternut squash and szechuan pepper

Beef With Butternut Squash And Szechuan Pepper

Beef and butternut isn't as well known as beef and broccoli, but maybe it should be. The deep, savory combo of steak and soy sauce really benefits from...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for hearty vegetarian chili

Hearty Vegetarian Chili

Meatless doesn't mean it can't be a hearty meal. This vegetarian chili is loaded with two kinds of beans, corn, tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, and garlic.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 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 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 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 shaved pork loin sandwich with caramelized onions

Shaved Pork Loin Sandwich with Caramelized Onions

Tender roast pork is topped with zesty caramelized onions and served on toasted buns. How can you go wrong?

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for corned beef and slaw sandwich

Corned Beef and Slaw Sandwich

Made with Swiss cheese, deli coleslaw, whole wheat bread, brown mustard, corned beef

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 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 steamed fish on kale

Steamed Fish On Kale

A healthy way to cook fish. White-fleshed fish is steamed on top of kale or other greens with white wine and garlic.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for weight watchers diet cola chicken

Weight Watchers Diet Cola Chicken

Cutting down on sugar and fat doesn't mean you have to miss out on BBQ. Lean chicken is cooked in a smoky BBQ sauce making it perfect on buns, in tortillas, or on its...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for beef and pork chili stew with beer

Beef And Pork Chili Stew With Beer

Plenty of spices, plenty of meat, a can of beer, what's not to love? Thanks to the deep flavors of chili and cocoa powder, dark beers work especially well for this...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooked vietnamese pork

Slow Cooked Vietnamese Pork

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

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 classic chicken burgers

Classic Chicken Burgers

This chicken burger is as juicy as meatloaf. The super moist texture combined with a small army of herbs and spices makes some absolutely top-notch burgers.

Method:   oven, outdoor grill
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 three-ingredient slow cooker bbq meatballs

Three-Ingredient Slow Cooker BBQ Meatballs

Just three ingredients: meatballs, barbecue sauce, and ketchup. That's it! You can also use homemade meatballs in this recipe.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for taco ring

Taco Ring

The taco ring is a delicious and easy way to enjoy all of your favorite taco fixings in one tasty package.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for shrimp & kielbasa jambalaya

Shrimp & Kielbasa Jambalaya

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

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 salmon and brown rice burgers

Salmon And Brown Rice Burgers

The key to a better burger: it needs more than just meat. These patties start off with salmon, but cooked brown rice really kicks them off into a substantial burger with...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for sausage & macaroni casserole

Sausage & Macaroni Casserole

Made with basil, spaghetti sauce, sausage meat, onion, black pepper, garlic, macaroni pasta, mushrooms, cottage cheese, oregano

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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





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