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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 pumpkin sloppy joes

Pumpkin Sloppy Joes

Pumpkin adds a little touch of Halloween to these yummy sloppy joes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cheesy stuffed sliders

Cheesy Stuffed Sliders

Cheesy stuffed sliders are the perfect bite-sized snack or party food. Tender, juicy beef is stuffed with gooey cheese and sandwiched between soft, fluffy slider buns.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 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 irish beef stew with guinness stout

Irish Beef Stew with Guinness Stout

Beef stew meat is slowly cooked in the oven along with carrots, onion, garlic, beef stock, and Guinness.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for thai-style spicy shrimp and noodles

Thai-Style Spicy Shrimp And Noodles

This noodle dish is loaded with fresh Thai flavors. Coconut milk cools down the hot chili paste for a sensational sauce to cover the shrimp and stir-fried veggies.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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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 chinese long beans with chicken

Chinese Long Beans With Chicken

Made with chicken thigh or breast meat, onion, garlic, ginger, crimini mushrooms, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, salted black beans

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 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


recipe for slow cooker cheeseburger meatloaf with baked potatoes

Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Meatloaf With Baked Potatoes

A classic mix of meatloaf gets a cheesy upgrade. Throw in some potatoes and this is a dish that'll become your new favorite crock pot meal.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for potato and cheese enchiladas with salsa verde

Potato and Cheese Enchiladas with Salsa Verde

Salsa verde made from scratch with fresh serranos and cilantro elevates this enchilada recipe into restaurant-level territory.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for baja seafood stew

Baja Seafood Stew

Made with orange juice, orange peel, fresh cilantro, salt, basil leaves, black pepper, dried oregano, Italian plum tomatoes, soft-shell clams, medium shrimp

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for slow cooker polynesian chicken

Slow Cooker Polynesian Chicken

This delicious Pacific Island style recipe is made with chicken thighs that are seasoned and cooked in the crock pot with pineapple, soy sauce, sherry, brown sugar, and...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for spicy porcupine meatballs

Spicy Porcupine Meatballs

Classic porcupine meatballs (ground beef mixed with rice) baked in a spicy tomato-based sauce.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

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 shrimp and veggie fajitas

Shrimp and Veggie Fajitas

Think of this as a fusion between fajitas and a stir-fry. The flavorful shrimp and vegetables are quickly cooked in a skillet and served up on warm corn tortillas.

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker jalapeno chicken chili

Slow Cooker Jalapeno Chicken Chili

A simple, slow simmered chicken chili. The crock pot does a great job of melding the flavors. Adding salsa at the end gives it a spicy boost.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for chili party chili

Chili Party Chili

What separates a party chili from a regular chili? Some would say attitude. Others would say an array of avocado, jalapenos, and sour cream that lets everybody make their own personal...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for skinny eggplant parmesan

Skinny Eggplant Parmesan

Eggplant Parmesan is a popular Italian dish and this version makes it a bit healthier. If you want to cut calories further, use reduced-fat cheese.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for salmon and mushrooms

Salmon And Mushrooms

Made with swiss chard, mushrooms, butter, onion, garlic, dried savory, black pepper, salt, dry sherry or madeira, salmon fillets

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for fruit breakfast burrito

Fruit Breakfast Burrito

Flour tortillas are spread with cream cheese and strawberry jam and filled with sliced fresh kiwi fruit.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for cider pork stew

Cider Pork Stew

The apple cider not only adds flavor but helps tenderize the pork while it cooks.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for garlicky spaghetti squash

Garlicky Spaghetti Squash

Enjoy a healthy and flavorful meal with this garlicky spaghetti squash recipe, featuring a basil, butter, and garlic-infused spaghetti squash topped with optional shredded...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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 slow cooker beef carne adovada

Slow Cooker Beef Carne Adovada

Adovada is more commonly made with pork but this version marinates beef cubes overnight and then slow cooks it until tender. Use in tacos, burritos, on nachos, etc.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for broth injected turkey

Broth Injected Turkey

If you're looking for an extra flavorful turkey this holiday season, try injecting it with broth! This simple technique can really boost the taste of your bird.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for hawaiian pork sandwich

Hawaiian Pork Sandwich

Turn last night's pork tenderloin into today's Hawaiian-style pork sandwich. Shredded pork is mixed with teriyaki sauce and layered with pineapple on a soft bun.


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 pulled chicken and slaw sliders

Pulled Chicken And Slaw Sliders

Get ready for a flavor-packed meal with these pulled chicken and slaw sliders. Tangy barbecue chicken pairs perfectly with a creamy, crunchy slaw, all tucked into a soft...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for peanut butter chicken

Peanut Butter Chicken

Made with breadcrumbs, milk, black pepper, salt, whole chicken, flour, egg, peanut butter

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 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 applebee's chicken fajita rollups

Applebee's Chicken Fajita Rollups

Made with sour cream, white tortilla shell, chicken, pico de gallo, jack and Cheddar cheese mix, lettuce, tomatoes

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for quick curry turkey chili

Quick Curry Turkey Chili

This simple and hearty chili is made with turkey, vegetables, and two kinds of beans with a subtle curry flavor.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for caramelized chicken with garlic and ginger

Caramelized Chicken with Garlic and Ginger

Chicken pieces are oven-roasted and glazed with mixture of garlic, ginger, soy sauce, tomato sauce, and honey.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for indian style chinese hot and spicy garlic chicken

Indian Style Chinese Hot and Spicy Garlic Chicken

A tantalizing fusion of Chinese and Indian cuisine, made with tender chicken breasts that are seasoned with a delicate array of aromatics and spices...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker sweet and sour meatballs over rice

Slow Cooker Sweet And Sour Meatballs Over Rice

Browned meatballs are slow cooked in a sweet and sour sauce with pineapple and green pepper and served over cooked rice.

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


recipe for easy oven turkey meatballs

Easy Oven Turkey Meatballs

Meatballs are made with ground turkey, spinach, and onion and simmered in a garden-style spaghetti sauce.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for 20 minute chicken chili

20 Minute Chicken Chili

Made with black or kidney beans, tomatoes, boneless and skinless chicken breast halves, vegetable oil, onion, green bell pepper, chili powder, dried oregano, salt, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
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 cookout chili

Cookout Chili

This cookout chili is sure to be a hit. It's got no shortage of flavor: green chiles, Mexican oregano, and chili caribe spice up a mix of beef and kidney beans in a zesty tomato sauce.

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

recipe for dr. bachelor's superchili

Dr. Bachelor's Superchili

This chili is indeed "super"! It has a few secret ingredients like freshly roasted chiles, beer, bloody mary mix, and some Mexican chocolate.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for grilled or baked rosemary chicken

Grilled Or Baked Rosemary Chicken

Made with salt and pepper, olive oil, chicken breasts, fresh rosemary, garlic

Method:   outdoor grill, oven
Time:   30-60 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 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 basic roast turkey

Basic Roast Turkey

Basic recipe, sophisticated result. A honey citrus glaze spiked with orange zest elevates the flavor of the turkey in a major way while keeping the steps simple and the ingredients...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for south beach diet simple pizza sauce

South Beach Diet Simple Pizza Sauce

Made with dried thyme, tomato paste, tomato puree, crushed red pepper flakes, dried oregano, dried basil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for one-skillet spaghetti

One-Skillet Spaghetti

Ground beef, onion, pasta, tomatoes, mushrooms, and seasonings are all cooked in one dish - making this recipe easy to make (and clean up after)

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for turkey brew burgers

Turkey Brew Burgers

This is not your typical dried out turkey burger. It has just the right balance of ground turkey, bread crumbs, egg, beer, and flavorings to turn this burger into a real winner.

Method:   oven, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for grilled portobello mushroom and veggie fajitas

Grilled Portobello Mushroom And Veggie Fajitas

Not all fajitas need meat! Marinated and grilled veggies add plenty of filling and flavor to these fajitas.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cheesy fajita meatballs

Cheesy Fajita Meatballs

Jazz up boring meatballs! These are made with ground beef that is mixed with fajita seasoning mix, egg, green onion, garlic, and colby jack cheese.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pork and ramen stir-fry

Pork And Ramen Stir-Fry

Ramen noodles and frozen vegetables with tender pork create a simple yet authentic-tasting stir-fry meal.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes





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