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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 portuguese garlic chicken

Slow Cooker Portuguese Garlic Chicken

Made with onion, garlic, tomatoes, ham, golden raisins, whole chicken, port wine, brandy, Dijon mustard, tomato paste

Method:   oven, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for tacos callejeros (street vendor's tacos)

Tacos Callejeros (Street Vendor's Tacos)

Made with cooked chicken, pork, or beef, green cabbage, cilantro, white onion, roma tomatoes, jalapeno peppers, serrano peppers, limes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for giblet stew

Giblet Stew

Made with soy sauce, fresh parsley, turkey giblets, celery, onion, salt, black pepper, water, rice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for orange glazed meatloaf

Orange Glazed Meatloaf

Made with parsley, green bell pepper, eggs, dry mustard, ground ginger, Worcestershire sauce, salt, allspice, ground cloves, black pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for garlic lamb and pinto bean stew

Garlic Lamb And Pinto Bean Stew

Made with yellow onion, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, celery leaves, garlic, tomatoes, Dijon mustard, dry mustard, fresh rosemary, fresh thyme

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

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recipe for slow cooker mexican pork and eggplant

Slow Cooker Mexican Pork And Eggplant

Made with Parmesan cheese, country-style pork ribs, eggplant, black beans, garlic, green bell pepper, stewed tomatoes

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker chicken and pepperoni

Slow Cooker Chicken And Pepperoni

Made with mozzarella cheese, dried Italian seasoning, chicken pieces, salt, black pepper, turkey pepperoni, ripe olives, chicken broth, tomato paste

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for fake lasagna casserole

Fake Lasagna Casserole

Made with dried parsley, Parmesan cheese, ground beef, onion, salt, black pepper, shell pasta, Mozzarella cheese, cottage cheese, eggs

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for stir-fried bok choy with rice noodles

Stir-Fried Bok Choy With Rice Noodles

Made with sesame oil, soy sauce, water chestnuts, rice noodles, peanut oil, fresh ginger root, green onions, bok choy, yellow bell pepper, snow peas or sugar snap...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for sweet onion, apple and bratwurst campfire chili

Sweet Onion, Apple And Bratwurst Campfire Chili

Made with peppered bacon, bratwurst sausages, sweet onion, Granny Smith apples, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, garlic, light-brown sugar, chickpeas...

Method:   campfire
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for date finger sandwiches

Date Finger Sandwiches

Made with bread, cream cheese, dates


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for c.v. woods world championship chili

C.V. Woods World Championship Chili

Made with MSG, black pepper, salt, chili powder, cilantro, thyme, beer, garlic, beef suet, pork chops

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for pat nixon's meatloaf

Pat Nixon's Meatloaf

Made with butter, onions, garlic, white bread, milk, ground beef, eggs, salt, black pepper, fresh parsley

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for best ever meatloaf

Best Ever Meatloaf

Made with bread, onion, carrot, cheddar or mozzarella cheese, fresh parsley, salt, dried basil, thyme or sage, black pepper, ground beef


Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for indian butter chicken

Indian Butter Chicken

Made with black pepper, onion, fresh ginger, jalapeno pepper, salad oil, garam masala, tomato paste, chicken broth, whipping cream, chicken breasts

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for tavern on the green's meatloaf

Tavern on the Green's Meatloaf

Made with Dijon mustard, dried basil, dried thyme, nutmeg, salt and fresh pepper, ground beef, tomato paste, olive oil, sugar


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker meatball & potato casserole

Slow Cooker Meatball & Potato Casserole

Made with water, cream of mushroom soup, ground beef, green onions, garlic/herb seasoning, salt, black pepper, egg, evaporated milk, cheese scalloped potatoes

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for mashed potato topped cheeseburger pie

Mashed Potato Topped Cheeseburger Pie

Made with mashed potatoes, ground beef, bell pepper, onion, cheese

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for turkey & rice casserole

Turkey & Rice Casserole

Made with black pepper, cooked turkey, rice, green bell pepper, onion, cream of mushroom soup, garlic salt

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for easy beef pot pie

Easy Beef Pot Pie

Made with sugar, Cheddar cheese, onion, cooked beef, frozen peas and carrots, potatoes, beef gravy, butter, flour

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for kahlua chili

Kahlua Chili

Made with onion, ground beef, green pepper, Kahlua, parsley, chili powder, tomato paste, salt, red cayenne pepper, cumin powder

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for mushroom enchiladas

Mushroom Enchiladas

Made with sour cream, black olives, mushrooms, onion, butter, corn tortillas, enchilada sauce, Monterey jack cheese, green onions

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for alpine chicken casserole

Alpine Chicken Casserole

Made with almonds, Swiss cheese, black pepper, diced cooked chicken, celery, bread cubes, mayonnaise or salad dressing, milk, onions, salt

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for granny clampett's hillbilly stew

Granny Clampett's Hillbilly Stew

Made with beef stew meat or chuck roast, celery, mushrooms, pimientos, English or sweet peas, carrots, onions, potatoes, bell pepper, tomato soup

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for pork chop macaroni casserole

Pork Chop Macaroni Casserole

Made with onion, pork chops, tomatoes, macaroni, cinnamon

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for copycat white castle burgers

Copycat White Castle Burgers

Made with ground beef, dinner rolls, salt, onions, water, beef bouillon cube, dill hamburger slices

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for egyptian meatballs

Egyptian Meatballs

Made with ground beef or sirloin, onion, garlic, parsley, fresh dill, cumin, allspice, salt and pepper, clarified butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chicken enchilada bake

Chicken Enchilada Bake

Made with Cheddar or Mexican blend cheese, tortillas, chicken breast, pepper jack or nacho cheese soup, sour cream, green chiles

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for husband's delight casserole

Husband's Delight Casserole

Made with sour cream, ground beef, garlic, sugar, salt, black pepper, tomato sauce, egg noodles, scallions, cream cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for slow cooker turkey pot pie with cornbread crust

Slow Cooker Turkey Pot Pie With Cornbread Crust

Made with cayenne pepper, carrots, celery, potatoes, onions, frozen peas and carrots, garlic, sliced mushrooms, chicken broth, sherry

Method:   crock pot, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker chili with beans and corn

Slow Cooker Chili with Beans and Corn

Made with ground cumin, chili powder, cannellini beans, kidney beans, corn, diced tomatoes, onion, green onions, tomato paste, jalapeno peppers

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for broccoli, spanish rice, and chicken

Broccoli, Spanish Rice, And Chicken

This delicious dish is a one-pan meal that combines the flavors of Spanish rice, chicken, and broccoli. It's easy to make and only takes under an hour to prepare.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for pressed chicken

Pressed Chicken

Made with whole chicken, salt, water, black pepper, vinegar, chicken broth, clear gelatin, pickles

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for mu shu pork pizza

Mu Shu Pork Pizza

Made with soy sauce, rice wine or dry sherry, cornstarch, sugar, pork shoulder, peanut oil, eggs, dried tiger lily buds, dried cloud ears or black Chinese mushrooms, sesame oil or...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for austin chili

Austin Chili

Made with ground beef, tomatoes, onions, garlic, flour, ranch beans, chili powder, beer, oregano, cumin

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for meatloaf with cheese center

Meatloaf With Cheese Center

Made with ketchup, mustard, bread crumbs, ground beef, cheese, eggs, onion, bell pepper, celery

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for crescent meatloaf

Crescent Meatloaf

Made with refrigerated crescent roll dough, salt, beef gravy, bread crumb cubes, onions, ground beef, egg

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for mexicali pie

Mexicali Pie

Made with corn chips, cumin, black pepper, ground beef, nonstick spray, onion, green chilies, corn, salsa, cheddar cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for chicken, spinach and feta pizza

Chicken, Spinach And Feta Pizza

Made with feta cheese with basil and sun-dried tomatoes, thin pizza crust, Alfredo sauce, frozen chopped spinach, roasted chicken breast

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for caribbean meatloaf

Caribbean Meatloaf

Made with worcestershire sauce or soy sauce, egg, garlic, salt, black pepper, Caribbean jerk seasoning, crushed pineapple, mango chutney, jalapeno pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for tamale pizza

Tamale Pizza

Made with fresh cilantro, Roma tomatoes, chili beans, green chilies, bread shell or focaccia, whole kernel corn, Cheddar cheese, green onions

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for magic stew

Magic Stew

Made with tapioca, V-8 vegetable juice, black pepper, salt, stew meat, potatoes, carrots, onions, celery, sugar

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for beef and mushroom stew with caraway dumplings

Beef And Mushroom Stew With Caraway Dumplings

Made with onion, garlic, beef broth or consomme, water, beef stock, dry red wine, bay leaf, thyme, whole mushrooms

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for chinese cabbage rolls

Chinese Cabbage Rolls

Made with garlic, ginger, cornstarch, mushroom soaking liquid or water, green onions, cooked brown rice, black peppercorns, Szechuan peppercorns, white peppercorns

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for sausage and mushroom pie

Sausage And Mushroom Pie

Made with egg, bangers, butter, onions, button mushrooms, flour, milk, chicken stock, salt and pepper, puff pastry

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for the ultimate party sub

The Ultimate Party Sub

Made with butter or margarine, garlic, Parmesan cheese, lettuce, ham, deli turkey breast, Cotto Salami, mozzarella cheese, Swiss cheese, provolone cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for meatball calzones

Meatball Calzones

Made with frozen cooked meatballs, ricotta cheese, Italian-blend cheese, refrigerated pizza dough, tomato sauce

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for alligator pizza

Alligator Pizza

Made with garlic and herb seasoning, Cheddar/Jack cheese, green onion, bread shell, pizza sauce, Creole seasoning, alligator meat, bell pepper, onion

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker pirate stew

Slow Cooker Pirate Stew

Made with salt, water, ground beef, onion, crushed tomatoes, white rice, potatoes, black beans, pinto beans

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

recipe for bold and spicy meatloaf

Bold And Spicy Meatloaf

Made with green bell pepper, ground beef, steak sauce, egg, bread crumbs

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours





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