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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 teriyaki meatloaf

Teriyaki Meatloaf

Made with ground beef, bread crumbs, onion, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt, black pepper, cornstarch, ginger

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for kielbasa and sauerkraut casserole

Kielbasa And Sauerkraut Casserole

Made with buttermilk biscuits, sauerkraut, mayonnaise, kielbasa, Swiss cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for mini chicken pot pies

Mini Chicken Pot Pies

Made with mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, refrigerated biscuit dough, chicken noodle soup, butter, Italian seasoning

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for italian sausages with peperonata

Italian Sausages With Peperonata

Made with dried basil, fresh oregano, dried oregano, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, green bell peppers, red bell peppers

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

recipe for meatballs with orzo and zucchini

Meatballs With Orzo And Zucchini

Made with zucchini, meatballs, beef broth, orzo pasta, tomatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for shrimp blt

Shrimp BLT

Made with butter lettuce, mayonnaise, bacon, shrimp, tomatoes, kosher salt, sourdough bread

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spam fajitas

Spam Fajitas

Made with non-stick cooking spray, green bell pepper, onion, Spam Luncheon Meat, flour tortillas, salsa, Monterey Jack or Cheddar cheese, lettuce, sour cream or yogurt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 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 oyster and scallop stew

Oyster And Scallop Stew

Made with butter or stick margarine, potato, celery, green onions, jalapeno pepper, oysters, frozen whole-kernel corn, sea scallops, milk, tomato

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for rich lamb with nuts (rogan josh)

Rich Lamb With Nuts (Rogan Josh)

Made with cinnamon, ginger root, garlic, lamb, cumin, chili powder, paprika, ground coriander, yogurt, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker cheeseburger supper

Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Supper

Made with American cheese, mustard, ground beef, onion, scalloped potatoes, whole kernel corn, cream of celery soup, salt and pepper, ketchup

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for championship chicken jambalaya

Championship Chicken Jambalaya

Made with onion, green bell pepper, garlic, butter or margarine, tomatoes, chicken broth, rice, dried basil, dried thyme, Cajun seasoning

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for pierogies jambalaya

Pierogies Jambalaya

Made with frozen pierogies, hot pepper sauce, salt, olive oil, green bell pepper, onion, diced tomatoes, medium shrimp, all-purpose flour, Cajun seasoning

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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 herbed popovers stuffed with creamy chicken and mushrooms

Herbed Popovers Stuffed With Creamy Chicken And Mushrooms

Made with thyme, milk, eggs, mushrooms, butter, flour, chicken broth, heavy cream

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker pulled pork fajitas

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Fajitas

Made with pork boneless loin roast, onion, barbecue sauce, chunky salsa, chili powder, cumin, frozen stir fry bell peppers and onions, salt, flour tortillas

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for chorizo and shrimp tacos

Chorizo And Shrimp Tacos

Made with salt, chipotle peppers in adobo, sour cream, chorizo sausage, olive oil, shrimp, garlic, black pepper, taco shells or corn tortillas, pepper Jack cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for melt in your mouth slow cooker meatloaf

Melt In Your Mouth Slow Cooker Meatloaf

Made with ground mustard, brown sugar, ketchup, ground beef, rubbed sage, salt, dried minced onion, seasoned bread crumbs, milk, eggs

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for pretzel crusted fish fillets

Pretzel Crusted Fish Fillets

Made with heavy cream, Tabasco sauce, pretzels, buttermilk or egg wash, fish fillets, mayonnaise, dry mustard, steak sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for zanzibar chicken

Zanzibar Chicken

Made with slivered almonds, raisins, orange juice, chicken thighs and/or drumsticks, cinnamon, ground cloves, black pepper, olive oil, onion, garlic

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for moui nagden - north african beef & rice

Moui Nagden - North African Beef & Rice

Made with round steak, vegetable oil, water, bay leaf, salt, crushed red pepper, kidney beans, white rice, green bell peppers, onion

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 champp's california chicken sandwich

Champp's California Chicken Sandwich

Made with seasoned salt, water, bacon, tomatoes, lettuce, guacamole, hamburger buns, mayonnaise, butter

Method:   stovetop, indoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for chicken and rice pot pie

Chicken and Rice Pot Pie

Made with onion, garlic, dried thyme, sage, black pepper, flour, chicken broth, mixed frozen vegetables, cooked rice, cooked chopped chicken

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker italian beef and potato casserole

Slow Cooker Italian Beef and Potato Casserole

Made with mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, ground beef, scalloped potatoes, tomatoes, pizza sauce, water, salt, oregano, basil

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

recipe for chili-dog wraps

Chili-Dog Wraps

Made with corn or flour tortillas, hot dogs, chili, salsa, cheddar or Monterey jack cheese

Method:   oven, microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for mushroom baked cod

Mushroom Baked Cod

Made with parsley, bread crumbs, cornstarch, cod fillets, mushrooms, butter or margarine, salt, black pepper, dry white wine or water, whipping cream

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker wild mushroom beef stew

Slow Cooker Wild Mushroom Beef Stew

Made with flour, salt, black pepper, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, bay leaf, paprika, shiitake mushrooms, carrots

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for fish stick casserole

Fish Stick Casserole

Made with scalloped potatoes, water, milk, margarine or butter, frozen peas, frozen fish sticks

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for swedish meatloaf

Swedish Meatloaf

Made with salt, oatmeal, milk, eggs, ground beef, onion, margarine, garlic powder, nutmeg, sage

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for red snapper florentine

Red Snapper Florentine

Made with paprika, dried parsley, butter or margarine, frozen chopped spinach, onion, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, red snapper fillets

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mexican tamale pie

Mexican Tamale Pie

Made with onion, green bell pepper, garlic, tomato sauce, frozen whole corn kernels, chopped green chiles, ripe olives, chili powder, yellow cornmeal

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for asian squid stir-fry

Asian Squid Stir-Fry

Made with sesame oil, lemongrass, fresh squid, baby corn, shiitake mushrooms, coconut milk, mild red chili, garlic, fresh coriander

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mussels meuniere

Mussels Meuniere

Made with olive oil, shallots, garlic, bay leaves, fresh thyme, white wine, butter, mussels, parsley

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for open-face lobster club sandwiches with citrus aioli

Open-Face Lobster Club Sandwiches With Citrus Aioli

Made with orange juice, orange, avocado, lemon, brioche or challah, lobsters, mayonnaise, garlic, lime

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for crispy corn chip and enchilada casserole

Crispy Corn Chip And Enchilada Casserole

Made with enchilada sauce, cheese, chili with beans, tomato paste, onion, water, corn chips, sour cream

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for beef liver and mushroom medley

Beef Liver and Mushroom Medley

Made with chicken broth, celery, flour, salt, black pepper, beef liver, margarine, mushrooms, green onions

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for bacon wrapped corn dogs

Bacon Wrapped Corn Dogs

Made with pre-cooked bacon, refrigerated cornbread twists, wooden popsicle sticks, hot dogs

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for trattoria beef stew with polenta dumplings

Trattoria Beef Stew With Polenta Dumplings

Made with beef chuck, red onions, celery, garlic, tomatoes in juice, red wine, beef stock, fresh rosemary, salt and freshly ground black pepper, bay leaf

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for slow cooker lamb mulligatawny

Slow Cooker Lamb Mulligatawny

Made with sugar, lamb stew meat, butter, onion, curry powder, flour, lentils, tart apples, bell pepper, carrots

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for cheddar beef pie

Cheddar Beef Pie

Made with ground beef, egg, onion, cornflake crumbs, barbecue sauce, salt, black pepper, celery, margarine, cheddar cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for thai drunken noodles

Thai Drunken Noodles

Made with red onion, broccoli, rice stick noodles, soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, canola oil, extra firm tofu, garlic, Thai chile

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pizza tot casserole

Pizza Tot Casserole

Made with frozen Tater Tots, ground beef, green bell pepper, onion, tomato soup, sliced mushrooms, mozzarella cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for dixie burgers

Dixie Burgers

Made with ground ginger, cider vinegar, ground beef, pecans, onion, salt, ground cloves, peaches, brown sugar

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for slow cooker five alarm firehouse chicken chili

Slow Cooker Five Alarm Firehouse Chicken Chili

Made with garlic, Poblano or Anaheim peppers, chili powder, cumin, dried bay leaves, crushed red pepper flakes, fresh oregano, hot sauce, brown ale or...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for chicken fajita and rice casserole

Chicken Fajita And Rice Casserole

Made with tortilla chips, monterey jack cheese, tomatoes, red beans and rice mix, ripe olives, green chiles, boneless skinless chicken tenderloins, water

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for sausage, green beans and potato skillet

Sausage, Green Beans And Potato Skillet

Made with Monterey jack cheese, hot pepper sauce, Polish or other fully cooked sausage, onion, oil, diced tomatoes, cut green beans and potatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 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 creamy crab casserole

Creamy Crab Casserole

Made with paprika, salt and pepper, green onions, crab meat, shell pasta, butter, flour, milk, Cheddar cheese, Havarti cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for creole oyster po' boy

Creole Oyster Po' Boy

Made with black pepper, buttermilk, egg white, oysters, non-stick cooking spray, French bread, iceberg lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes





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