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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 pork medallions with fig and port wine sauce

Pork Medallions With Fig And Port Wine Sauce

Made with dried Mission figs, tawny port, olive oil, onion, chicken broth, fresh thyme, bay leaf, balsamic vinegar, kosher salt

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

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 slow cooker black bean chili sin carne

Slow Cooker Black Bean Chili Sin Carne

Made with tomatoes, black beans, onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, chili powder, ground cumin, seasoned salt, garlic, tomato paste

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for stir-fried chicken and tomatoes with black beans

Stir-Fried Chicken And Tomatoes With Black Beans

Made with cornstarch, fermented black beans, chicken breast, tomatoes, garlic, sherry, sugar, salt, soy sauce, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for lowfat slow cooker turkey sausage stew

Lowfat Slow Cooker Turkey Sausage Stew

If you're looking for a hearty fall-flavored stew without all the extra fat, here it is. Apples and sauerkraut add some sweet and tangy flavors to this warming...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

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recipe for grilled shrimp fajitas

Grilled Shrimp Fajitas

Bacon wrapped shrimp and vegetables are served fajita style with barbecue sauce, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, and Cheddar cheese.

Method:   stovetop, oven, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for olive garden neapolitan ziti

Olive Garden Neapolitan Ziti

Made with garlic, tomato puree, Italian link sausage, green bell pepper, olive oil, ziti pasta, Parmesan cheese, parsley, marinara sauce, tomatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for grilled jalapeno turkey burgers

Grilled Jalapeno Turkey Burgers

Jalapenos and green onions mixed into these turkey burgers gives a pop of flavor in every bite. A creamy topping for a "jalapeno popper" effect is a great...

Method:   outdoor grill
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 hickory bbq chicken

Hickory Bbq Chicken

Made with vegetable oil, chicken, Hickory BBQ Marinade, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, cider vinegar, honey

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for mushroom, chicken and leek pot pie

Mushroom, Chicken And Leek Pot Pie

Take your pot pie to the next level with the upgrade of fresh mushrooms and leeks.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for fish in ginger sauce

Fish In Ginger Sauce

Tender breaded fish fillets are the perfect recipient of a flavorful seasoned soy sauce topping.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mexican beef lasagna with corn and black olives

Mexican Beef Lasagna With Corn And Black Olives

Made with enchilada sauce, tomatoes, tomato puree, jalapeno pepper, black beans, corn, black olives, frozen corn, Mexican cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for meatballs in red wine sauce

Meatballs In Red Wine Sauce

What a symphony of flavors. Deliciously moist meatballs made with ground sirloin are complemented by notes of fresh basil in a mushroom wine sauce over noodles.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for sauteed tilapia with lime

Sauteed Tilapia With Lime

Made with salt and black pepper, lime juice, olive oil, tilapia, green onions, garlic, white wine, all-purpose flour, butter or margarine

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for boiled carnitas

Boiled Carnitas

Picture this: tender, juicy pork enveloped in golden, sizzling lard. These boiled carnitas turn flavorful ingredients into hearty bites everyone can appreciate.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for baked chicken with garlic and vinegar

Baked Chicken With Garlic And Vinegar

Chicken doesn't get much easier than this. Garlic and vinegar give the chicken a bit of flavor and the olive oil makes the skin deliciously crispy.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for spicy white chipotle slow cooker chili

Spicy White Chipotle Slow Cooker Chili

Spicy chicken chili made with cooked chicken, onion powder, chicken broth, cumin, oregano, chipotle chili powder, cannellini beans, lime juice and cilantro.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for homestyle turkey

Homestyle Turkey

A simple roast turkey recipe with some tips and tricks for getting super moist meat.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for stir-fried turkey with mixed vegetables

Stir-Fried Turkey with Mixed Vegetables

Stir-fried turkey breast with cabbage, broccoli, and red pepper in a sesame soy sauce may become your new favorite Asian dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for almond chicken with honey lime sauce

Almond Chicken with Honey Lime Sauce

Made with lime, apple juice, boneless, skinless chicken breasts, flour, egg, soy sauce, black pepper, almonds, corn flake crumbs, vegetable oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for healthy thai chicken stir fry with coconut sauce

Healthy Thai Chicken Stir Fry With Coconut Sauce

Made with vegetable stock, chicken stock, lime zest, fish sauce, coconut milk, red bell pepper, enoki mushrooms, Napa cabbage, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for vegetarian okra gumbo

Vegetarian Okra Gumbo

Okra, tomato, and green pepper with veggie broth and white rice makes a healthy and satisfying meal and even better leftovers.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for mediterranean style turkey burgers

Mediterranean Style Turkey Burgers

No more boring turkey burgers. A dry marinade seasoning mix adds a ton of flavor to these simple grilled burgers.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for bacon cheddar ranch burgers

Bacon Cheddar Ranch Burgers

Burgers made with ground beef, cheddar cheese, and bacon that are topped with more bacon, mushrooms, and sandwiched between buns spread with ranch salad dressing.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for turkey meatballs and peppers

Turkey Meatballs And Peppers

Made with very tasty and tender turkey meatballs made from scratch, bell peppers, tomatoes, and penne pasta.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for mini cuban sandwiches

Mini Cuban Sandwiches

A good Cuban sandwich is unbeatable. The combination of roast pork and Swiss balanced by the crisp bite of dill pickle hits the spot. Slice them up small to throw on a party...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pan seared whitefish with orange caramelized onions

Pan Seared Whitefish With Orange Caramelized Onions

Made with kosher salt, white fish fillets, naval orange, butter, olive oil, white onion, red onion, garlic, ginger, fresh thyme

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for hungarian chicken paprika and dumplings

Hungarian Chicken Paprika and Dumplings

Browned chicken and onions served with homemade dumplings in a rich, creamy paprika sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for vegetarian moussaka

Vegetarian Moussaka

Made with oregano leaves, parsley, tomatoes, tomato paste, red wine, eggplants, milk, butter, all-purpose flour, nutmeg

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for ma po tofu (simmered tofu with ground pork)

Ma Po Tofu (Simmered Tofu with Ground Pork)

Tofu and ground pork work together beautifully side by side. Delicious fiery flavor from red pepper flakes and scallions completes this authentic Sichuan...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for garlic shrimp and peppers pizza

Garlic Shrimp And Peppers Pizza

Made with garlic, olive oil, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, bell peppers, ready-made Italian bread/pizza shell, pizza sauce, shrimp

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for lamb stew with spinach and beans

Lamb Stew With Spinach And Beans

Lamb is slowly cooked with onion, garbanzo beans (or other white bean), and spinach in a light broth to make a delicious stew.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for roasted turkey with venison sausage stuffing

Roasted Turkey With Venison Sausage Stuffing

Made with kosher salt, water, butter, bread cubes, venison sausage, mushrooms, fresh sage, salt and pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for little neck clams and mussels in a spicy broth

Little Neck Clams And Mussels In A Spicy Broth

Shellfish are simmered in a savory sauce of garlic, fennel seeds, tomatoes and wine. Served with grilled slices of bread for dipping.


Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for turkey meatballs with quick and chunky tomato sauce

Turkey Meatballs with Quick and Chunky Tomato Sauce

Made with dried thyme, ground ginger, salt, pepper, olive oil, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, dried oregano, dried basil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker scotch broth

Slow Cooker Scotch Broth

Calling this "broth" feels misleading since it's a hearty soup made of lamb, barley, and vegetables.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

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 30 minute tuna burgers

30 Minute Tuna Burgers

A different kind of burger! Ready in 30 minutes or less. A perfect lunch or dinner recipe.

Method:   stovetop
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 salmon steaks in red wine

Salmon Steaks In Red Wine

Made with fresh parsley, salmon steaks, vanilla bean powder, Fleur de Sel or Sel Gris, lemon, red wine

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for pressure cooker beef barley stew

Pressure Cooker Beef Barley Stew

Beef and barley is textbook savory goodness, and a pressure cooker makes short work of the barley and thick-cut vegetables. A big bowl of this stew is heaven on a...

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for fired up southwest fajitas

Fired Up Southwest Fajitas

Made with olive oil, water, lime, flank steak, bell pepper, onion, flour tortillas, salsa, shredded cheese, sour cream

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for turkey burgers with roasted peppers and spinach

Turkey Burgers With Roasted Peppers And Spinach

Made with mozzarella cheese, ground turkey breast, bread crumbs, frozen chopped spinach, onion, dijon mustard, salt, roasted red peppers

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for shredded chicken and tomatillo tacos

Shredded Chicken and Tomatillo Tacos

A few thoughtful touches take a good taco to a great taco. We're talking cilantro leaves on top, a couple jalapenos, and a squeeze of lime. It's not hard to up your...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for broiled white fish with lime pepper and fennel

Broiled White Fish With Lime Pepper And Fennel

Made with fennel, garlic, white fish fillets, lime, lime pepper seasoning, olive oil

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for oyster stew

Oyster Stew

Oysters are all about extravagance and indulgence. Live a little and savor this rich, creamy stew.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for whole grain soy burgers

Whole Grain Soy Burgers

After giving up meat, sometimes you just need something to sink your teeth into. Enter the whole grain soy burgers! Soybeans and oats give you plenty to bite down on.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pumpkin chili with beer and chocolate

Pumpkin Chili With Beer And Chocolate

This chili is full of delicious flavors like cocoa powder, pumpkin, chili powder, beer, coriander, and garlic just to name a few.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for turkey spinach meatballs

Turkey Spinach Meatballs

When you're craving spaghetti but also want something a little more redeeming, these spinach-packed turkey meatballs provide an outstanding option.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes





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