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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 slow cooker chicken chili with hominy

Slow Cooker Chicken Chili With Hominy

Tomatillos, green chilies and garlic help pack this dish full of flavor while the hominy and chicken bring that warm, comfortable feel.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for white bean brat chili

White Bean Brat Chili

Made with cheddar cheese, bratwurst, white beans, pinto beans, tomato, water, chili powder, ground cumin, fresh cilantro

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 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 stove-top grilled fajitas

Stove-Top Grilled Fajitas

Can't grill? No problem, these chicken fajitas are made in a grill pan with seasonings that taste like it's fresh off the grill.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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recipe for marinated grilled chicken quarters

Marinated Grilled Chicken Quarters

You can't beat bone-in grilled chicken for flavor. Or presentation, for that matter. Fill up your plate with a chicken leg and some grilled veggies for a perfect...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for easy chicken cassoulet

Easy Chicken Cassoulet

A scrumptious chicken dish that's miles above boring baked standbys. Juicy chicken thighs baked with navy beans and mushrooms make a full meal in a casserole dish. What's easier...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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


recipe for bacon wrapped meatballs

Bacon Wrapped Meatballs

Simple homemade meatballs are shrouded in bacon to make... a super meatball.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chicken pot pie with fresh herbs

Chicken Pot Pie With Fresh Herbs

If you're looking for something spectacular without canned soups and store-bought crusts, this creamy scratch-made chicken pot pie with fresh veggies and herbs is what...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for bourguignon with potatoes

Bourguignon With Potatoes

Beef bourguignon is a classic French dish made with beef and red wine. This version includes new potatoes and cremini mushrooms.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for thai shrimp and spinach curry

Thai Shrimp And Spinach Curry

A delicious dish made with shrimp that is cooked in a coconut curry sauce with spinach, bell pepper, and carrots.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for jerk chicken

Jerk Chicken

A popular Jamaican dish, made with chicken that has been marinated in a spice blend containing allspice, nutmeg, Scotch bonnet peppers and more.

Method:   oven, outdoor grill
Time:  

recipe for pancit

Pancit

Made with meat, carrot, soy sauce, cabbage, celery, broth, rice sticks or wheat noodles, salt, MSG, spring onion

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for potted meat

Potted Meat

Made with butter, meat, salt and pepper, cayenne pepper, mustard

Method:   rice cooker/steamer
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for irish potato stew

Irish Potato Stew

Made with water, salt and pepper, potatoes, onion, carrots, bacon grease, flour

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 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 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 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 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 chateaubriand

Chateaubriand

Broiled filet topped with red wine reduction, butter, and lemon juice, chateaubriand is a dish that's far easier to enjoy than to pronounce ("sha-toe-bree-on")

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker carnitas

Slow Cooker Carnitas

Slow-cooked with cilantro and beer, the juicy shredded pork is great for tacos on classic corn tortillas but also in burritos, quesadillas, and stacked up nachos.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for tilapia en papillote with asparagus & shrimp

Tilapia En Papillote With Asparagus & Shrimp

Surf and surf is the new surf and turf. Shrimp and tilapia are the stars of the show here, but asparagus adds some colorful contrast and a lemony butter...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for grilled shrimp and cilantro pesto pizza

Grilled Shrimp and Cilantro Pesto Pizza

Pesto pizza is great for a fresh and light alternative to heavy red sauce. The spicy cilantro in the bright, scratch-made pesto on this pizza makes grilled...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for lamb with eggplant

Lamb with Eggplant

Made with tomatoes, dried oregano, eggplants, olive oil, leg of lamb, onion, garlic, parsley, bay leaf, salt and pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
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 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 easter three-meat italian-style pie

Easter Three-Meat Italian-Style Pie

Made with Parmesan cheese, prosciutto, unbaked pie crusts, ricotta cheese, eggs, Mozzarella cheese, cooked ham, Genoa salami

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for grilled vegetable, mozzarella, and olive caper caviar sandwiches

Grilled Vegetable, Mozzarella, and Olive Caper Caviar Sandwiches

Roasted eggplant and bell peppers drizzled with balsamic for rich flavor, mozzarella and basil for freshness, olive and caper caviar...

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes


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 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 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 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 hawaiian burgers

Hawaiian Burgers

If you love pineapple on your pizza, you've got to try it on a burger. Teriyaki-marinated pineapple gives these burgers a zing while cheese and bacon counter the brightness with an...

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

recipe for texas blue whistler burger

Texas Blue Whistler Burger

These giant 1 pound burgers are named after the Blue Whistler cannon that was used in several battles, including the Texas Revolution.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for korean barbecue chicken

Korean Barbecue Chicken

Mix things up with Korean BBQ next time you fire up the grill. Bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces grilled and brushed with a delicious sesame-ginger sauce change up the whole BBQ...

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chicken tamales

Chicken Tamales

Create mouthwatering tamales with this easy-to-follow recipe. Featuring a flavorful cornmeal batter and savory chicken filling, these homemade tamales are perfect for any occasion.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for cowboy burgers

Cowboy Burgers

Bacon, cheddar cheese, red onion, jalapeno, and garlic are mixed right into the ground beef patties before cooking. Delicious!

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


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 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 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 croque amy

Croque Amy

An open-faced version of the famous croque monsieur sandwich. It changes things up a bit by topping the bechamel-sauced bread with artichoke hearts, turkey, brie, and gruyere.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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 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 bacon and cheese filled burgers

Bacon And Cheese Filled Burgers

What's better than a burger? A bacon and cheese stuffed burger, of course! This recipe is for all the bacon and cheese lovers out there. So fire up the grill and get...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for reuben salad sandwiches

Reuben Salad Sandwiches

Made with rye bread, corned beef, sauerkraut, bacon bits, Thousand Island dressing or Russian salad dressing, Swiss cheese, 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


recipe for sausage, mushroom, green pepper, and onion calzone

Sausage, Mushroom, Green Pepper, And Onion Calzone

It's pretty impossible to ever get tired of pizza, but it doesn't hurt to change it up with a calzone. Italian sausage, veggies, and pizza sauce pack...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for szechuan shrimp stir-fry

Szechuan Shrimp Stir-Fry

This recipe makes stir-fry a total cinch. Mixing together the stir-fry sauce ahead of time keeps you calm and collected at the wok while you cook the shrimp and aromatics to...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for classic chicago hot dog

Classic Chicago Hot Dog

What's in a real Chicago dog, you ask? The fresh tomatoes and sweet pickle relish are crucial, but you can't forget the fresh-cut fries on the side. Throw on a Cubs hat for good...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes





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