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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 wasabi pea crusted ono with mango coulis and coconut rice

Wasabi Pea Crusted Ono with Mango Coulis and Coconut Rice

Made with mango, non-stick cooking spray, salt and pepper, coconut milk, water, jasmine rice, salt, wasabi peas, butter, ono fillets

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 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 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 herbed lamb meatballs

Herbed Lamb Meatballs

Made with non-stick cooking spray, garlic, ground lamb, bread crumbs, feta cheese, fresh parsley, dried mint flakes, salt, black pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for tex-mex cheddar turkey burgers with caramelized onions

Tex-Mex Cheddar Turkey Burgers With Caramelized Onions

Made with cumin, red onion, cilantro, chipotle chiles in adobo, cheddar cheese, olive oil, onions, salt, black pepper

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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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 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 turkey and tomato cobb wrap

Turkey And Tomato Cobb Wrap

These wraps are perfect for a convenient lunch or sliced up for a party snack. Bacon and turkey breast pack a protein punch while tomatoes and lettuce bring crunch and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for sunny burgers

Sunny Burgers

These perfectly seasoned burgers are pan-fried and served on toasted buns with onions, fresh tomato, and a fried egg.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for baked fish fromage

Baked Fish Fromage

Made with paprika, bread crumbs, frozen sole or flounder fillets, Monterey Jack cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for whole grilled bass with fennel and orange basil vinaigrette

Whole Grilled Bass with Fennel and Orange Basil Vinaigrette

Whole fish grilled with unmistakably fresh ingredients like lemons, fennel, and fresh thyme, topped with a simple, no-frills vinaigrette. The...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for double beef black bean chili

Double Beef Black Bean Chili

Made with chili powder, dried black beans, water, ground beef, beef stew meat, flour, onion, green bell pepper, crushed tomatoes, garlic

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for southwestern chicken wraps

Southwestern Chicken Wraps

Southwestern chicken wraps offer a fun mix of chicken and black beans, accompanied by fresh veggies in warm tortillas. Great for when you want something different on the...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for bologna cheese dog

Bologna Cheese Dog

Made with hot dog bun, mayonnaise, mustard, bologna, Cheddar cheese or string cheese stick


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for grilled chicken fajita wraps

Grilled Chicken Fajita Wraps

Made with sour cream, salsa and guacamole, flour tortillas, onions, green bell peppers, vegetable oil, boneless, skinless chicken breast, cheddar cheese

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for montana cowboy stew

Montana Cowboy Stew

Made with cream of chicken soup, green beans, smoked sausage, onion, potatoes, flour, salt and pepper, garlic powder, beef, butter

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for aniseed meatloaf

Aniseed Meatloaf

Made with ground pork, non-stick cooking spray, aniseeds, onion, port or other sweet red wine, pitted prunes, Dijon mustard, black pepper, salt, pumpernickel bread

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for mahi mahi soft tacos with chipotle yogurt sauce

Mahi Mahi Soft Tacos with Chipotle Yogurt Sauce

Mahi mahi is seasoned and sauteed then piled onto flour tortillas along with shredded cabbage and a chipotle chile-yogurt sauce.

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for beans and weenie bake

Beans And Weenie Bake

Made with hot dogs, chili, corn muffin mix, egg, milk, jalapeno, Cheddar cheese

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for grilled fish gurney drive

Grilled Fish Gurney Drive

Heaps of aromatic flavor from chiles, lemongrass, and ginger join in with fresh fish and rich coconut milk. The symphony of flavors is incredible, and this scratch-made recipe...

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for moroccan spiced lamb sausage patties with chickpeas in tomato broth

Moroccan Spiced Lamb Sausage Patties with Chickpeas in Tomato Broth

Made with coriander, paprika, salt, black pepper, vegetable oil, olive oil, garlic, anchovy, chickpeas

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for easter curried lamb

Easter Curried Lamb

Lamb is a traditional food served at Easter. This recipe swaps out the usual roast leg of lamb for boneless lamb simmered in a rich curry sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for balsamic basil brisket burgers

Balsamic Basil Brisket Burgers

Using ground brisket in place of regular ground beef yields a very tender and flavorful burger. Top it with onions slow cooked in balsamic vinegar and you have a real...

Method:   oven, outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for yummy chicken and rice tacos

Yummy Chicken And Rice Tacos

The rice inside the tacos is a fun change from your typical tacos and the recipe is very flexible so you can change things up however you like.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for grilled portabella mushroom burgers

Grilled Portabella Mushroom Burgers

Portabella burgers are a great way to substitute for meat without going for a dry veggie patty. Savory, juicy mushrooms basted with herb butter even look like the...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 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 sizzlin' steak burgers

Sizzlin' Steak Burgers

Made with ground beef, Montreal steak seasoning, Gouda cheese, hamburger buns

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for andouille and black-eyed pea chili

Andouille And Black-Eyed Pea Chili

Made with vegetable oil, andouille sausage, yellow onions, red bell pepper, bay leaf, beef broth, black-eyed peas, chili powder, cumin, fresh thyme

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for hot chicken sandwiches

Hot Chicken Sandwiches

Made with dill pickles, celery, mayonnaise, mustard, kosher salt, black pepper, celery salt, fresh thyme, Velveeta processed cheese product

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for blt and cheddar burgers

BLT and Cheddar Burgers

Can't decide between a BLT sandwich and a burger? No need to choose. This recipe tops a tender beef burger with bacon, lettuce, and tomato (plus your favorite condiments).

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker pork and cashews

Slow Cooker Pork And Cashews

Strips of pork are slow cooked in a soy sauce, brown sugar, and garlic mixture in the crock pot. The pork turns out wonderfully tender and flavorful.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for veggie-steamed fish with yogurt dill sauce

Veggie-Steamed Fish With Yogurt Dill Sauce

Made with lemon, olive oil, fresh chives, fresh basil, dried dill, halibut, cod, salmon or haddock, salt and freshly ground white pepper, red bell peppers...

Method:   microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for barbecued thai-style chicken

Barbecued Thai-Style Chicken

Made with coconut milk, whole chicken, fish sauce, salt, fresh cilantro, garlic, hot chile peppers, turmeric, curry powder, sugar

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for herbed cheese stuffed turkey burgers

Herbed Cheese Stuffed Turkey Burgers

Turkey burgers aren't just a substitute for non beef-eaters. Herby Boursin cheese that would get lost in the heavier flavor of a beef burger is right at home on...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for carbonnade flamande

Carbonnade Flamande

Made with black pepper, butter, onions, beef shoulder or round, brown sugar, flour, Dijon mustard, beer, beef stock, salt

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for turkey tostadas

Turkey Tostadas

Made with Cheddar or Co-Jack blend cheese, ground turkey, onion, garlic, salsa or picante sauce, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, flour tortillas, fresh cilantro

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for media noche (cuban midnight sandwich)

Media Noche (Cuban Midnight Sandwich)

Made with olive oil, dill pickle, Swiss cheese, mayonnaise, Italian salad dressing, hoagie rolls, prepared mustard, sliced deli turkey meat, ham

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for paul's campfire stew

Paul's Campfire Stew

Paul's Campfire Stew: because the best way to beef up a night under the stars is literally with beef... and a bunch of veggies.

Method:   campfire
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for grilled whole turkey

Grilled Whole Turkey

The grill is a great way to cook a whole turkey especially if you have your oven filled up with side dishes.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for jerk-seasoned pork burgers

Jerk-Seasoned Pork Burgers

Made with tomato, lettuce, mayonnaise, ketchup, jerk seasoning sauce, hamburger buns, ground pork

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chicken with white barbecue sauce

Chicken With White Barbecue Sauce

White sauce might sound odd at first, but folks from Alabama will be the first to tell you that this mayo-based sauce makes for a mean plate of BBQ.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for chipotle cuban sandwich

Chipotle Cuban Sandwich

Made with butter, pickles, ham, french baguettes, mayonnaise, chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, salt and pepper, whole grain mustard, provolone cheese, pork loin

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for peanut butter meatloaf

Peanut Butter Meatloaf

Made with salt and pepper, sage, oil, brown rice, peanut butter, onion, celery, saltine crackers, eggs, tomato soup

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for barbecue chicken and stuffing casserole

Barbecue Chicken and Stuffing Casserole

Made with barbecue sauce, stuffing mix, boneless, skinless chicken breast halves

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for imitation crabmeat au gratin

Imitation Crabmeat Au Gratin

Made with cajun spice seasoning, bell pepper, onion, margarine, flour, evaporated milk, egg yolks, imitation crabmeat, cheddar cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for rosa's green chili

Rosa's Green Chili

Made with chopped jalapeno peppers, garlic salt, pork, garlic, flour, chopped green chilies, stewed tomatoes, water, onion salt, Mexican oregano or dried cilantro

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for hash brown hot dog casserole

Hash Brown Hot Dog Casserole

Who says dinner can't be a bit playful? This hearty casserole brings together tender hash browns and savory hot dogs for a quirky twist on weeknight meals.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for reuben (rachel) casserole

Reuben (Rachel) Casserole

Made with Swiss cheese, frozen shredded hash browns, salt, pepper, cooked deli turkey, Russian salad dressing, sauerkraut

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for husband's slow cooker chili

Husband's Slow Cooker Chili

Made with ground beef, beef stew, red kidney beans, pinto beans, tomatoes, tomato soup, water, onion, green bell pepper, garlic powder

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for fireman's stew

Fireman's Stew

Made with sugar, salt, ground beef, onions, potatoes, carrots, bell pepper, whole tomatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours





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