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Dinner Recipes

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 haddock au gratin

Haddock Au Gratin

Made with haddock fillets, black pepper, butter, onion, all-purpose flour, dry mustard, salt, heavy cream, half-and-half

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for michelle's blonde chicken chili

Michelle's Blonde Chicken Chili

Made with fresh cilantro, dried oregano, vegetable oil, chicken breast, onion, chicken broth, green chile peppers, Great Northern beans, garlic powder, cumin

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for tony fatso dalmatian chicken chili

Tony Fatso Dalmatian Chicken Chili

Made with chicken breasts, salt and pepper, onions, celery, garlic, cumin, butter, white corn, chicken broth, chili powder

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


recipe for baked chicken with yukon gold potatoes

Baked Chicken With Yukon Gold Potatoes

Made with garlic, fresh basil, bone-in skinless chicken breasts, bone-in skinless chicken thighs, salt, canola oil, black pepper, Yukon gold potatoes, diced...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for bourbon-free bourbon street chicken

Bourbon-Free Bourbon Street Chicken

Made with boneless chicken breast, water, garlic, olive oil, ginger, crushed red pepper, apple juice, brown sugar, ketchup, cider vinegar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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recipe for red robin bacon cheeseburger

Red Robin Bacon Cheeseburger

Made with mayonnaise, iceberg lettuce, sesame seed hamburger bun, cheddar cheese, Red Robin Seasoning or seasoned salt, Hickory-smoked bacon, ground beef

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for anne bancroft's tamale pie

Anne Bancroft's Tamale Pie

Made with onions, green pepper, kidney beans, tomato sauce, chili powder, oregano, cumin, cornmeal, sugar, salt

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for princess chicken (or princess tofu)

Princess Chicken (or Princess Tofu)

Made with dried hot red peppers, sake, soy sauce, sugar, salt, cornstarch, sesame oil, vegetable oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for beef, bean and macaroni chili

Beef, Bean and Macaroni Chili

Made with ground beef, onion, tomatoes, kidney beans, water, chili powder, elbow macaroni

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for texas red chili

Texas Red Chili

Made with vegetable oil, beef brisket, onion, jalapeno peppers, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, red cayenne pepper, beef broth

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for amish six layer dinner

Amish Six Layer Dinner

Made with tomatoes, green bell pepper, hamburger, potatoes, celery, onions, salt, black pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for imperial crab newburg casserole

Imperial Crab Newburg Casserole

Made with slivered almonds, backfin lump crab meat, butter or margarine, flour, cream, egg yolks, salt, cayenne pepper, horseradish, sherry

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for tijuana pie

Tijuana Pie

Made with corn, ground beef, onion, garlic, salt, black pepper, Cheddar cheese, enchilada sauce, tomato sauce, chili seasoned beans

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for v8 beef stew

V8 Beef Stew

Made with chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, bay leaves, rosemary, marjoram, thyme, sugar, diced tomatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for almost classic hash brown meatloaf

Almost Classic Hash Brown Meatloaf

Made with hash brown potatoes, bread crumbs, onion, ketchup, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, salt, eggs, garlic, ground beef

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for edamame chili

Edamame Chili

Made with edamame, chili powder, cumin, olive oil, yellow onions, garlic, tomatoes, dried oregano

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for country spam casserole

Country Spam Casserole

Made with Parmesan cheese, Spam luncheon meat, onion, frozen mixed vegetables, instant mashed potatoes, cream of potato soup, chives and onion cream cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for greek subs

Greek Subs

Made with dried oregano, vinaigrette salad dressing, feta cheese, sub rolls, green leaf lettuce, roast beef, tomatoes, pepperoncini, Greek black olives


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for caribou chili

Caribou Chili

Made with tomato paste, caribou, onion, garlic, oregano, cumin, red wine, beef broth or beer, chili powder, tomatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for roasted pork tenderloin medallions with dried cranberry sauce

Roasted Pork Tenderloin Medallions with Dried Cranberry Sauce

Made with dried sage, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, pork tenderloin, non-stick cooking spray, chicken broth, dried cranberries

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for liver and bacon pie

Liver and Bacon Pie

Made with butter or margarine, beef stock, salt and pepper, bacon, calf or lamb liver, onions, potatoes, dried sage

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for french bread filled with meat loaf

French Bread Filled With Meat Loaf

Made with Cheddar cheese, eggs, French bread, ground beef, onion, celery, salt, black pepper, tomato sauce

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker greek-style pork stew

Slow Cooker Greek-Style Pork Stew

Made with all-purpose flour, baby carrots, onions, tomato paste, dry red wine, water, lemon juice, cumin, cinnamon, sugar

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for slow cooker smoky tex-mex beef and two-bean stew

Slow Cooker Smoky Tex-Mex Beef And Two-Bean Stew

Made with beef, salsa, barbecue sauce, taco seasoning mix, chickpeas, frozen corn kernels, black beans, fresh cilantro

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for stuffed pork cutlets

Stuffed Pork Cutlets

Made with lemon, pork cutlets, Cheddar cheese, prosciutto, egg, Italian-style dried bread crumbs, olive oil or vegetable oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chili crescent cheese dogs

Chili Crescent Cheese Dogs

Made with prepared chili, refrigerated crescent roll dough, hot dogs, cheddar cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for crab topped fish fillets

Crab Topped Fish Fillets

Made with almonds, paprika, sole or cod fillets, crab meat, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for chicken acapulco

Chicken Acapulco

Made with milk, onion, butter, cooked, chopped chicken, mushrooms, chopped green chiles, salt and pepper, flour tortillas, cream of chicken soup, sour cream

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for steak 'n' shake chili

Steak 'N' Shake Chili

Made with vegetable oil, ground beef, salt, onion soup, chili powder, cumin, black pepper, cocoa powder, kidney beans, tomato paste

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for self crust chicken pie

Self Crust Chicken Pie

Made with black pepper, chicken or turkey, chicken or turkey broth, eggs, cream of celery soup, margarine, self rising flour, milk

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for stovetop shepherd's pie

Stovetop Shepherd's Pie

Made with celery, onions, frozen corn, garlic, green or red bell peppers, cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, water, thyme, instant mashed potatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for rabbit jambalaya

Rabbit Jambalaya

Made with garlic powder, ground red pepper, black pepper, ground red sandalwood, rabbit or chicken, margarine, onions, celery, green bell peppers

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for olive garden's chicken spiedini with roasted potatoes

Olive Garden's Chicken Spiedini With Roasted Potatoes

Made with fresh rosemary, lemon juice, salt, crushed red pepper, bay leaves, garlic, potatoes, olive oil

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for tater tot and cheeseburger bake

Tater Tot And Cheeseburger Bake

Made with Tater Tots, Co-Jack cheese, black pepper, ground beef, onion, cheddar cheese soup, mustard, frozen corn, salt

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for kibbeh samak (fish kibbi)

Kibbeh Samak (Fish Kibbi)

Made with olive or other oil, fine burghul, white fish fillets, onion, cilantro, parsley, orange, salt, black pepper

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for lamb kidneys, calf's liver, and bacon

Lamb Kidneys, Calf's Liver, And Bacon

Lamb kidneys, calf's liver, and bacon is a classic dish that is easy to make and full of flavor. This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a more...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for topless chicken pot pie

Topless Chicken Pot Pie

Made with olive oil or canola oil, onion, celery, carrots, garlic, chicken breast, cream cheese, half and half, flour

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for creamy tuna casserole

Creamy Tuna Casserole

Made with flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, half & half or milk, condensed cream of mushroom soup, cream cheese, solid pack tuna in water

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for beef chili with kidney beans

Beef Chili with Kidney Beans

Made with red bell pepper, garlic, chili powder, cumin, ground coriander, red pepper flakes, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, ground beef, dark red kidney beans

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for spinach stew (central african republic)

Spinach Stew (Central African Republic)

Made with chili peppers, salt, onions, oil, tomatoes, green bell pepper, fresh spinach, frozen spinach

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for american cafe chili

American Cafe Chili

Made with green bell pepper, garlic, chuck cubes, ground beef, canned plum tomatoes, tomato puree, chili powder, cumin, bay leaves, jalapeno pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for ortega burgers

Ortega Burgers

Made with tomato, mayonnaise, ground beef, Ortega whole chiles, sesame Kaiser rolls, red onion, Monterey Jack cheese

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for baked brown rice & tuna casserole

Baked Brown Rice & Tuna Casserole

This casserole is a great way to use up leftover brown rice. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's easy to make. Simply add all of the ingredients to a...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chicken pancho villa

Chicken Pancho Villa

Made with chicken thighs, minced olives, garlic, ginger, olive oil, turmeric, chicken broth, paprika, cumin, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for slow cooker chicken, mushroom, & rice casserole

Slow Cooker Chicken, Mushroom, & Rice Casserole

Made with long grain converted rice, cream of celery soup, chicken breast halves, sliced mushrooms, onion soup mix

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for italian sausage and green beans

Italian Sausage and Green Beans

Made with Parmesan cheese, Italian style green beans, dried basil, garlic powder, sweet Italian sausage, stewed tomatoes, sliced mushrooms

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

recipe for slow cooker hobo dinner

Slow Cooker Hobo Dinner

Made with water, carrots, salt and pepper, cabbage, potatoes, corn on the cob, smoked sausage

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for slow cooker raspberry chicken

Slow Cooker Raspberry Chicken

Made with rice, water, cornstarch, chicken quarters, soy sauce, red raspberry fruit spread or jam, prepared mustard, black pepper

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for easy chicken and noodles

Easy Chicken and Noodles

Made with cooked chicken, egg noodles, cream of chicken soup, milk, Parmesan cheese, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for green chili cheese pie

Green Chili Cheese Pie

Made with ground beef, cumin, Monterey Jack cheese, cheddar cheese, pie shell, chopped green chilies, half and half, eggs, salt

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours





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