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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 doro wat and injera

Doro Wat and Injera

Pieces of homemade injera bread, folded around chicken and hard-boiled eggs stewed in a berbere spiced tomato sauce make this dinner a true Ethiopian affair.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for sizzling chicken stir fry

Sizzling Chicken Stir Fry

A simple but delicious stir fry made with chicken, fresh broccoli, mushrooms, carrots, bok choy, water chestnuts, and teriyaki sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for skillet chicken paella

Skillet Chicken Paella

A simplified version of the popular Spanish dish that is ready in under 30 minutes. Made with chicken, rice, tomatoes, bell peppers, and peas.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for stir-fried chicken and shrimp

Stir-Fried Chicken And Shrimp

This tasty dish is made with chicken, bok choy, bamboo shoots, mushrooms, onion, green pepper, carrot, shrimp, and a flavorful soy sauce and sherry stir fry sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for tgi friday's sizzling vegetable fajitas

TGI Friday's Sizzling Vegetable Fajitas

With a cilantro parmesan pesto and a small army of sauteed onions and other veggies, these customizable fajitas are as flavor-packed as any of their meaty...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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recipe for slow cooker turkey tacos

Slow Cooker Turkey Tacos

Turkey tacos are a healthy version of traditional tacos, swapping out ground beef for lean turkey. Combined with beans, corn, tomatoes, salsa, and taco seasoning it creates a...

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

recipe for sour cream chicken tacos

Sour Cream Chicken Tacos

Green chili adds a little heat; tomatoey-sour cream sauce with onion and garlic poured over top of the filled tortillas ties the whole dish together.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for thai chicken stir-fry with spicy peanut sauce

Thai Chicken Stir-Fry With Spicy Peanut Sauce

Chicken and your choice of broccoli or spinach are stir fried with a Thai-inspired peanut butter sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for slow cooker white chicken chili with corn

Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili With Corn

A savory delight! This slow cooked chili isn't just yummy, it's also a prize winner. It uses chicken thighs which stay more tender and moist than white meat...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for arizona mexican tamale pie

Arizona Mexican Tamale Pie

Made with onion, green bell pepper, garlic, chipotle chilies en adobo, ground cumin, black beans, tomatoes, fresh cilantro, adobo sauce, Cheddar cheese

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for rosemary chicken with garlic mashed potatoes and asparagus in lemon tarragon butter

Rosemary Chicken with Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Asparagus in Lemon Tarragon Butter

Made with potatoes, garlic, butter, sour cream, heavy cream, salt and pepper, chives, asparagus

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for cuban sloppy joe

Cuban Sloppy Joe

The beautiful lovechild of a cuban sandwich and a sloppy Joe. Pork mixed with homemade BBQ sauce, pickles, and brown mustard on toasted buns.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat wendy's veggie chili

Copycat Wendy's Veggie Chili

When vegetables like zucchini, corn, and bell peppers meet zesty salsa and mixed beans, the fun chili party begins. This recipe can simmer away on the stovetop or chill in...

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

recipe for native american elk stew with acorn dumplings

Native American Elk Stew with Acorn Dumplings

Made with water, onions, bay leaves, salt, potatoes, carrots, turnip, acorn meal or finely ground hazelnuts

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for garbanzo burgers

Garbanzo Burgers

A tasty non-meat burger made from garbanzo beans (chickpeas) and ready in minutes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker vegan chili

Slow Cooker Vegan Chili

Even non-vegans will love this hearty, meatless black bean chili. Cooked in the crock pot means the flavors will be well melded.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for stir-fried lemongrass beef with holy basil

Stir-Fried Lemongrass Beef with Holy Basil

Bring a little life to your beef stir-fry. Keep the staples like garlic, chiles, and shallots but throw in lemongrass, thai basil, and fish sauce to add some...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for corn bread tamale pie

Corn Bread Tamale Pie

Made with tomatoes, water, black pepper, salt, chili powder, whole kernel corn, green bell pepper, cornmeal

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for apple honey glazed chicken

Apple Honey Glazed Chicken

Apple jelly, dijon and cinnamon give a sweet tang to grilled breasts or thighs. Perfect for getting in the fall spirit, especially if you can find some fresh apple jelly

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker lamb cassoulet with white beans and rosemary

Slow Cooker Lamb Cassoulet With White Beans And Rosemary

Made with salt, black pepper, onion, garlic, carrots, celery, fresh rosemary, crushed tomatoes with the juice, beef broth, chicken broth

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for skillet meat loaf with tangy glaze

Skillet Meat Loaf With Tangy Glaze

A moist and flavorful meatloaf made with a mix of seasoned ground beef and pork and baked in a cast iron skillet.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for irish fish pie

Irish Fish Pie

Made with peppercorns, bay leaves, parsley stalks, milk, butter, garlic, leek, spring onions, all purpose flour, extra milk or cream

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for coca-cola burgers

Coca-Cola Burgers

Cola and French dressing are used both in the burger patties and as a tangy spread on the grilled buns. The sweet and tangy flavor brings your burgers to a new level.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for souped up tater tot casserole

Souped Up Tater Tot Casserole

Made with tater tots, cream of mushroom soup, ground turkey, onion, frozen green beans, chicken gumbo soup, chicken rice soup

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker shredded beef tacos

Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Tacos

Mix taco seasoning, onions and water in the crock pot and watch magic happen to your roast. Serve the tender pulled meat in a warm tortilla with salsa and your favorite...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for pan glazed balsamic honey chicken with basil

Pan Glazed Balsamic Honey Chicken With Basil

Here's a little secret: balsamic and honey make a charming duo that can transform simple chicken into something special. Get your skillet ready for this...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for chicken and black bean skillet

Chicken And Black Bean Skillet

Chicken, salsa, rice, and black beans make up this easy skillet dinner.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for bbq chicken pizza

BBQ Chicken Pizza

There's nothing quite like a good BBQ chicken pizza. The combination of juicy chicken, smoky barbecue sauce, and sweet honey is irresistible

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for nutty bean-rice burgers

Nutty Bean-Rice Burgers

Made with dry beans, brown rice, sunflower seeds, cheddar cheese, whole wheat flour, pickle relish, ketchup, soy sauce, dried basil, eggs

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for triple decker turkey club sandwich

Triple Decker Turkey Club Sandwich

A multi-layer BLT turkey sandwich is a great way to use up holiday turkey leftovers.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for vegetarian chili dogs

Vegetarian Chili Dogs

Going vegetarian is no reason to miss out on favorites like the chili dog. Veggie dogs and veggie chili are par for the course but some add-ins take standard dogs to the next...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for whole grain pita pizza

Whole Grain Pita Pizza

Pita pizza is a healthy alternative to traditional pizza crust. This recipe uses whole grain pita bread for the dough and lets you mix and match your favorite toppings.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for christmas pizza

Christmas Pizza

You won't find this pizza under your tree, but it does have a Christmas tree on it. This colorful pizza is fast, easy and fun to make with the kids!

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker chile verde with green salsa

Slow Cooker Chile Verde With Green Salsa

This version of chile verde is made with pork, green salsa, green chiles, tomatoes, onion, and garlic.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for easy mexican cheese pizza

Easy Mexican Cheese Pizza

A great pizza for a busy weeknight meal. This Mexican-flavored pizza starts with a pre-made crust and is topped with salsa, veggies, and lots of cheese.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for spicy mexican pizza

Spicy Mexican Pizza

Made with colby-monterey jack cheese, ripe olives, refrigerated pizza crust, chorizo, tomato sauce, chipotle chile in adobo sauce, fresh cilantro

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker apple cider stew

Slow Cooker Apple Cider Stew

Made with onion, dried thyme, salt, carrots, potatoes, apples, apple cider, beef or venison stew meat

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for turkey apple burgers

Turkey Apple Burgers

Versatile and delicious, these turkey apple burgers offer a mouthwatering blend of savory and slightly sweet flavors, ideal for any occasion.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for chili cheese corn chip casserole

Chili Cheese Corn Chip Casserole

A quick and easy chili cheese corn chip casserole made with corn chips, chili con carne, and cheese, all ready in minutes.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for lazy beef casserole

Lazy Beef Casserole

Made with flour, bread crumbs, onion, lean beef chuck, red wine, consomme, rosemary, pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for cajun sausage and rice skillet

Cajun Sausage And Rice Skillet

An easy and healthy one-dish meal made with fresh mushrooms, onions, salt-free Cajun seasoning, turkey sausage, rice, low-sodium chicken broth, and kidney beans.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for slow cooker turkey or chicken white bean stew

Slow Cooker Turkey or Chicken White Bean Stew

Made with olive oil, onion, garlic, jalapeno pepper, carrots, celery, salt, tomatoes, cannellini beans, chicken broth

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for turkey fajitas

Turkey Fajitas

Love fajitas? Try this twist that uses turkey along with the other usual fajita fillings.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for knorr meatloaf

Knorr Meatloaf

An envelope of vegetable soup mix is the secret ingredient in this always-tender, never-dry, mouth-watering meatloaf.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for copycat chi chi's seafood chimichanga with cheese sauce

Copycat Chi Chi's Seafood Chimichanga With Cheese Sauce

This seafood filled chimichanga served with a rich, savory cheese sauce is a favorite copycat from Chi Chi's mexican restaurant.

Method:   microwave, stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for soprano's sunday gravy

Soprano's Sunday Gravy

Go old school Italian with this slow-simmered recipe for real Sunday "gravy" (that's pasta sauce to non-Italians). Tony Soprano would be proud.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for passover meatloaf

Passover Meatloaf

This meatloaf recipe uses matzo instead of breadcrumbs or oats. Perfect for Passover or anytime you're craving delicious meatloaf.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for chinese stir-fried potatoes

Chinese Stir-Fried Potatoes

These addicting stir-fried potatoes are a great accompaniment to a variety of entrees (not just Asian style either!)

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for al roker's spectacular chili

Al Roker's Spectacular Chili

You may know Al Roker from television, but what he's really famous for is his "spectacular" chili. It's made with a combination of chuck steak, hot italian...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for baked liver and onions with bacon

Baked Liver And Onions With Bacon

This baked liver has all the right touches. Bacon and onions for savory notes, red wine and thyme for deep flavor.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours





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