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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 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 spicy chicken burgers

Spicy Chicken Burgers

Chicken burgers aren't just for non-beef eaters any more. The cumin and curry spice blend comes through in these patties in a way it never could with beef, paving the way to new...

Method:   microwave, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pheasant stir-fry

Pheasant Stir-Fry

Phenomenal pheasant and veggies. Pheasant breast stir-fried with broccoli, snow peas, and carrots along with a pop of fresh ginger is fantastic for a quick and easy meal over rice.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for slow cooker tater tot casserole

Slow Cooker Tater Tot Casserole

A hearty tater tot casserole made with ground beef, mixed vegetables, and cheddar cheese. Cooked in a crock pot for an easy weeknight dinner option. Serve with a side...

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

recipe for max's deli turkey black bean chili

Max's Deli Turkey Black Bean Chili

Turkey, black beans, tomatoes, onions, and green chiles pack these bowls to the brim with spices to give it some kick.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

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recipe for alabama-mexican chicken casserole

Alabama-Mexican Chicken Casserole

Made with sharp Cheddar cheese, onions, corn chips, cream of chicken soup, enchilada sauce, cubed, cooked chicken

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for chipotle carnitas

Chipotle Carnitas

Carnitas means "little meats" which relates to the chunks of pork. This version has a spicy kick with the addition of canned chipotle chiles.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for chinese soy braised chicken

Chinese Soy Braised Chicken

This slow-cooker soy chicken is full of fresh spices that combine to make a super-flavorful chicken. Try it on rice or sliced up over ramen.

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


recipe for peanut chicken lettuce wraps

Peanut Chicken Lettuce Wraps

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

recipe for copycat costco chicken bake

Copycat Costco Chicken Bake

This Costco chicken bake features a blend of chicken, cheese, and bacon, all rolled in fresh pizza dough for an easy family meal.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for manhattan burger

Manhattan Burger

This Manhattan Burger doesn't need a fancy chef's hat; it's all about the meat. Chuck and sirloin come together for a flavor that's as bold as the city it's named after.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for bacon-crusted chicken with basil sauce

Bacon-Crusted Chicken With Basil Sauce

Fresh herbs and creamy sauce are the name of the game. Well, and a bacon crust. Chopped fresh herbs give the chicken a bright counterbalance to a luscious layer...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for beef with sweet peppers

Beef with Sweet Peppers

Beef strips are slowly simmered with red and green bell peppers, onions, stewed tomatoes, and seasonings and then served over rice.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for beef & beer stew

Beef & Beer Stew

Made with oregano, beef stew meat, onion, garlic, carrots, celery, potatoes, beer, salt, black pepper

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for spanish style chicken and sausage with rice

Spanish Style Chicken And Sausage with Rice

Made with olive oil, chicken, chorizo sausage, red onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, garlic, smoked paprika, rice, white wine

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for egg salad supreme

Egg Salad Supreme

A healthier version of egg salad made with hard-boiled egg whites, celery, and nonfat mayo. Served between slices of nonfat rye with romaine lettuce for added crunch. Ideal for a...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pizza meatloaf

Pizza Meatloaf

Made with pizza sauce, egg, seasoned salt, onion powder, oregano, black pepper, green bell pepper, cornflakes, ground beef, Mozzarella cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 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 leftover turkey burritos

Leftover Turkey Burritos

Use up leftover turkey in a different way with these zesty burritos. All it takes is a few seconds in the microwave and dinner is served.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker moroccan couscous stew

Slow Cooker Moroccan Couscous Stew

This Moroccan crockpot recipe will *squash* your old go-to slow cooker stew. Along with chickpeas, carrots, and couscous (and squash of course), some cinnamon and...

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


recipe for sichuan shrimp and scallion stir fry

Sichuan Shrimp And Scallion Stir Fry

Made with fresh cilantro, salt, scallions, garlic, shrimp, peanut oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker cajun chicken, sausage & rice

Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken, Sausage & Rice

It's not Cajun if it doesn't start with peppers, celery, and onion! The holy Cajun vegetable trinity is here, alongside sausage, chicken, and rice for a yummy...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for meatballs in smoked paprika tomato sauce

Meatballs In Smoked Paprika Tomato Sauce

The recipe looks like a lot of work but it really isn't. Follow the recommendation for letting the meatballs sit in the sauce overnight for the tastiest...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for easy skillet lasagna

Easy Skillet Lasagna

Your favorite lasagna ingredients served in a skillet. It calls for ground meat (sausage, beef, or turkey), pasta, tomatoes, ricotta, Parmesan, and Mozzarella.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spam fried rice

Spam Fried Rice

Spam holds its shape when stir-fried and is a good substitute for ham in other fried rice dishes. This recipe has a little extra kick from a jalapeno as well.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for beef and guinness pie

Beef and Guinness Pie

Beef, Guinness, and flaky pastry - all means comfort in a pie plate. Enjoying food doesn't have to be boring when dishes like this say it all in their layers of flavor.

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


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

recipe for chinese meatballs

Chinese Meatballs

Tender Asian-style meatballs made with a combination of pork and shrimp and served with steamed napa cabbage

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for pork kabobs

Pork Kabobs

Pork cubes are seasoned with taco seasoning and then skewered with bell pepper and onion.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes


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

recipe for asian pork skillet

Asian Pork Skillet

A great way to use up leftovers. Combine your choice of pork, chicken, or shrimp with fried rice, water chestnuts, and vegetables.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for fajita dog

Fajita Dog

Beef franks are served fajita-style on flour tortillas with seasoned bell peppers and onions.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for crunchy peanut butter wrap

Crunchy Peanut Butter Wrap

Made with granola, apple, flour tortillas, peanut butter


Time:   under 30 minutes

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 cajun beef stew

Cajun Beef Stew

Beef stew is one of those dishes that doesn't have to be complicated to be good. In fact, sometimes the simpler the better. Just cubed beef and fresh veggies slow-simmered to tender...

Method:   stovetop
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 double-decker mexican pizza

Double-Decker Mexican Pizza

Refried beans, cheese, and any variety of veggies are sandwiched between flour tortillas to make this double-decker delight.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for the works steak burger

The Works Steak Burger

Made with hamburger buns, American cheese, ground beef, Montreal steak seasoning, ketchup, bacon, dill weed, onion

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 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 slow cooker coca-cola barbecued chicken

Slow Cooker Coca-Cola Barbecued Chicken

This sweet and tangy cola sauced chicken can be slow cooked in a crock pot or oven-baked.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for aloo gobi (indian potatoes and cauliflower)

Aloo Gobi (Indian Potatoes And Cauliflower)

Curried veggies make for a spectacular spicy side dish. Potatoes and cauliflower get spiced with ginger, garlic, and garam masala for that magical blend of...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for horseradish grill's southern pan fried chicken

Horseradish Grill's Southern Pan Fried Chicken

Try this copycat recipe for Horseradish Grill's foolproof cooking method and a buttermilk marinade for some authentic Southern-breaded chicken.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for creamy white pizza sauce

Creamy White Pizza Sauce

Tired of tomato sauce? Try this rich and creamy white pizza sauce that's super easy to make. Great on pizza with grilled chicken.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spicy onion burgers

Spicy Onion Burgers

This spicy burger recipe is simple and delicious and always a hit. It can be made on an indoor grill (like a George Foreman) or a traditional outdoor grill.

Method:   indoor grill, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for barracuda burgers with spicy tomato relish

Barracuda Burgers With Spicy Tomato Relish

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

recipe for lefty's seafood bake

Lefty's Seafood Bake

This seafood dinner is a delicious casserole dish perfect for any occasion. It is full of flavor and texture, with a combination of crab meat and shrimp and a crunchy crumb...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for classic interstate meatloaf

Classic Interstate Meatloaf

This recipe is an example of the classic American style meatloaf - moist and savory, not too spicy or sweet. Perfect for any occasion.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for slow cooker moroccan lamb and rice

Slow Cooker Moroccan Lamb And Rice

Why fly to Marrakesh when this Moroccan lamb and rice brings the bazaar to your bowl? A slow-cooked treasure that's both hearty and heartwarming.

Method:   crock pot
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 barbecue-simmered chicken

Barbecue-Simmered Chicken

Ready for a twist on barbecue chicken? Tender bites of chicken are simmered in a sweet, tangy sauce and served over rice or pasta.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes





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