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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 ginger garlic brisket burgers with herbed peppadew cheese

Ginger Garlic Brisket Burgers With Herbed Peppadew Cheese

Made with brined Peppadew peppers, olive oil, fresh ginger, ground brisket, garlic, scallions, dried oregano, kosher salt, black pepper, herb...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for samuel adams slow cooker green chile stew

Samuel Adams Slow Cooker Green Chile Stew

A hearty slow cooked stew made with beef, potatoes, green chiles, beef stock, seasonings, and beer.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker shredded pork wraps

Slow Cooker Shredded Pork Wraps

Pork is slow cooked in salsa, shredded, then piled into flour tortillas with lettuce and cheese.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


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 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

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recipe for pizza sauce

Pizza Sauce

Skip the stuff in a jar and make your own tasty pizza sauce at home. It's easier than you think.

Method:   stovetop
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 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 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 pulled pork with root beer barbecue sauce

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork With Root Beer Barbecue Sauce

Root beer isn't just for floats anymore. This pulled pork recipe uses root beer twice: once to tenderize and again in a tangy sauce.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

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 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 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 slow cooker reuben sandwiches

Slow Cooker Reuben Sandwiches

Reuben sandwich meets sloppy Joe. Slow-cooking corned beef with the classic combo of creamy Thousand Island, sauerkraut, and Swiss gives all the flavors the chance to meld...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for grilled peanut butter banana sandwich

Grilled Peanut Butter Banana Sandwich

Peanut butter and bananas are nestled in a grilled sandwich, perfect for a snack, lunch, or even breakfast.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for white spinach pizza

White Spinach Pizza

Packed with nutrient-rich spinach and topped with a creamy white sauce, this pizza can be on the table in just 30 minutes.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker turkey and black-eyed pea chili

Slow Cooker Turkey and Black-Eyed Pea Chili

Made with dried black-eyed peas, water, chili powder, cumin seeds, garlic, cayenne pepper, onions, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, chopped cooked turkey

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for cajun hot gizzards

Cajun Hot Gizzards

Made with Cajun seasoning, egg, gizzards, cornbread mix

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for garlic sausage and manchego bocadillo

Garlic Sausage and Manchego Bocadillo

Bocadillos are little sandwiches common in Spain. This variety with manchego cheese and smoked sausage is simple and relies on good ingredients - just how the...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for garden vegetable meatloaf

Garden Vegetable Meatloaf

This meatloaf is packed with onion, carrot, and bell pepper and topped with a spicy tomato sauce. It's a healthier alternative to regular meatloaf yet still tastes delicious.

Method:   oven, microwave
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for moo shu pork

Moo Shu Pork

Moo Shu Pork is a traditional dish in Chinese cuisine that typically consists of pork and vegetables served in Asian pancakes. This version simplifies things a bit and uses soft tortillas.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 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 savory turkey noodle casserole

Savory Turkey Noodle Casserole

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


recipe for persian roasted chicken

Persian Roasted Chicken

The secret to these delicious chicken leg quarters is in the marinade.

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for sweet and spicy turkey skillet

Sweet And Spicy Turkey Skillet

Made with apple juice, hoisin sauce, ginger, salt, cayenne pepper, bell peppers, onion, oil, turkey breast tenderloin steaks, water

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for skillet pineapple shrimp

Skillet Pineapple Shrimp

Sauteed garlic and ginger along with a tropical trifecta of orange, pineapple, and lemon juice makes a bright sauce for shrimp and pineapple served over rice.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


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 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 hamburger tomato tater tot casserole

Hamburger Tomato Tater Tot Casserole

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


recipe for pork steaks and baked apples

Pork Steaks And Baked Apples

Red wine cooked pork steak meets white wine baked apples for a delicious encounter.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for christmas meatballs

Christmas Meatballs

Meatballs for the holidays? Why not. These cranberry glazed, sweet and savory meatballs will make a great addition to your Christmas spread, or on toothpicks as a festive holiday...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for pan-fried tofu with coconut rice

Pan-Fried Tofu With Coconut Rice

Tofu is excellent at absorbing flavors like the cumin and chili oil in this recipe, it gains a lovely golden-brown outside when pan-fried, and it goes wonderfully with...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for mesquite glazed sausage

Mesquite Glazed Sausage

Made with Italian sausage links, mesquite marinade, orange juice, orange marmalade, water, curry powder

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

recipe for super texas chili

Super Texas Chili

Made with garlic, red bell peppers, green bell peppers, poblano peppers, jalapeno chilies, chipotle chili, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, coriander

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 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 homemade hot pockets

Homemade Hot Pockets

The best thing about this hot pockets copycat recipe is that you can use your favorite fillings. The flavor combinations are endless.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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 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 healthy, hearty meat loaf

Healthy, Hearty Meat Loaf

Extra lean ground beef, low fat/low sodium beef broth, and whole wheat bread make this meatloaf a healthier choice. It's also packed full of onions, celery, and carrots!

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for eyes of texas casserole

Eyes Of Texas Casserole

Ham, macaroni and crunchy corn chips turn them into a scrumptious casserole that would belong on any table in the Lone Star state. If you want to be really true to Texas, make a...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for sausage with hominy and spinach

Sausage With Hominy And Spinach

This is a full meal ready to go. The underrated hominy takes in the flavor of the roasted sausages; spinach cooked with garlic and chili flakes makes a perfect green...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for herbed, pan-fried hake

Herbed, Pan-Fried Hake

This herbed hake is all about the seasoning, led by fennel seeds and thyme. You'll need thyme, but not much time as you can have it on the table in half an hour thanks to a...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 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 english beef stew with suet dumplings

English Beef Stew with Suet Dumplings

Hearty beef stew and classic suet dumplings are one of those dishes that makes you almost glad for cold weather.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for roasted mediterranean vegetable lasagne

Roasted Mediterranean Vegetable Lasagne

Lasagna is a perfect canvas for drawing up all sorts of changes to the traditional recipes such as this Mediterranean twist.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for plov

Plov

Also spelled "Palov", this lamb and rice pilaf is the national dish of Uzbekistan

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for black eyed pea jambalaya

Black Eyed Pea Jambalaya

Made with sausage, yellow onion, salt, cayenne pepper, garlic, bay leaves, fresh thyme, parsley, black eyed peas, chicken stock

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for copycat cajun cafe's bourbon chicken

Copycat Cajun Cafe's Bourbon Chicken

Great dinner and great excuse to buy a new bottle of bourbon. The bourbon marinade with white grape juice, teriyaki sauce, and seasonings is where all the flavorful...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for red snapper in coconut sauce

Red Snapper in Coconut Sauce

Made with fresh ginger, green chiles, lemongrass, cinnamon stick, whole cloves, cardamom pods, turmeric, cumin, black pepper, coconut milk

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for 7-up turkey

7-UP Turkey

Just like the pilgrims did it. Well, at least how they would've done it if 7-Up had been around. Just two ingredients for a moist and delicious bird, what more could you really ask for?

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours





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