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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 chicken and carambola (star fruit) stir-fry

Chicken And Carambola (Star Fruit) Stir-Fry

Made with chicken breasts, brown sugar, sherry, ginger root, soy sauce, garlic, cornstarch, vegetable oil, red bell pepper, onion

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for field pea jambalaya

Field Pea Jambalaya

Made with onion, bell pepper, field peas, rice, salted meat, salt, black pepper, water, mushroom steak sauce, margarine

Method:   campfire
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for asparagus and crab strata

Asparagus And Crab Strata

Made with paprika, salt, margarine or butter, white bread, Cheddar cheese, frozen asparagus, crab meat, eggs, milk, parsley

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for pork and apple stew

Pork And Apple Stew

Made with all-purpose flour, black pepper, vegetable oil, prosciutto, onions, garlic, apple cider, dried rosemary, apples, dried sage

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker asparagus and chicken casserole

Slow Cooker Asparagus and Chicken Casserole

Made with salt, soy sauce, cream of mushroom soup, chicken breast halves, non-stick cooking spray, red onion, garlic, asparagus, carrot, potatoes

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

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recipe for chinese stir-fried cherry tomatoes and carrots with shrimp

Chinese Stir-Fried Cherry Tomatoes And Carrots With Shrimp

Made with shrimp, rice vinegar, canola oil, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, green onions, cherry tomatoes, carrots, soy sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for fish cacciatore with rice

Fish Cacciatore With Rice

Made with fresh mushrooms, fish fillets, onions, tomatoes, oregano, olive oil, garlic, green bell peppers

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker pepper and pineapple pork stew

Slow Cooker Pepper And Pineapple Pork Stew

Made with green bell pepper, top loin pork chops, chicken broth, carrots, teriyaki sauce, cornstarch, pineapple chunks in juice

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for italian tempeh sausage

Italian Tempeh Sausage

Made with tempeh, dried basil, dried oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, ground fennel, dried thyme, red pepper flakes, black pepper, whole wheat flour

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for turkey crunch casserole

Turkey Crunch Casserole

Made with chow mein noodles, milk, turkey, mushrooms, celery, onion, green bell pepper, poultry seasoning, cream of mushroom soup

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cameroon curry

Cameroon Curry

Made with curry powder, cumin, hot dried red chilies, boneless lamb, chopped tomatoes, potato, sweet potato, golden raisins, peanut butter, scallions

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for hot lips pizza

Hot Lips Pizza

Made with black olives, ground beef, yellow onion, garlic, vegetable oil, salt, black pepper, pizza crust, salsa, pepper jack cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chilean cazuela de vaca (beef and pumpkin stew)

Chilean Cazuela De Vaca (Beef and Pumpkin Stew)

Made with beef roast, beef broth, water, polenta, red potatoes, onion, pumpkin, corn, carrot, red bell pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for a1 burger

A1 Burger

Made with ground beef, black pepper, sea salt, sharp Cheddar cheese, applewood smoked bacon, hamburger buns, butter, iceberg lettuce, tomato, yellow or sweet vidalia onions

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for midwestern scalloped potatoes and pork chops

Midwestern Scalloped Potatoes And Pork Chops

Made with pork chops, salt and pepper, butter, potatoes, onion, Cheddar cheese, milk

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for veggie burger mix

Veggie Burger Mix

Made with vegetable broth powder, chickpeas, lentils, brown rice, soybeans, split peas, rolled oats, bread crumbs, cornmeal, baking soda


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mexican chicken-sour cream lasagna

Mexican Chicken-Sour Cream Lasagna

Made with lasagna noodles, chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, cumin, garlic powder, green chiles, green onions, cilantro

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


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 chicken and beef tamale pie

Chicken and Beef Tamale Pie

Made with chicken broth, ground beef, onion, garlic, chili powder, tomatoes with their juice, jalapeno peppers, salt and freshly ground black pepper, pinto beans, cilantro

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for stir-fried veggies with mozzarella

Stir-Fried Veggies With Mozzarella

Made with onion, zucchini, eggplant, yellow bell pepper, mushrooms, garlic, green olives, tomato sauce, cream, curry

Method:   oven, electric skillet/wok
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for zilzil alecha - ethiopian beef in pepper sauce

Zilzil Alecha - Ethiopian Beef in Pepper Sauce

Made with beef boneless sirloin or top loin steak, red bell peppers, jalapeno peppers, garlic, white wine, ginger root, salt, ground turmeric, ground...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for aldi chili

Aldi Chili

Made with red bell pepper, onion, roma tomatoes, ground or fresh cinnamon, cocoa powder, chili powder, garlic, honey or brown sugar, bay leaves, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 2 hours

recipe for crabmeat tacos

Crabmeat Tacos

Made with corn tortillas, cucumber, vegetable oil, onion, garlic, imitation crabmeat or cooked white fish, salsa, fresh cilantro, romaine lettuce, green bell pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for moqueca de camarao - shrimp stew

Moqueca de Camarao - Shrimp Stew

Made with onion, garlic, prawns, salt, tomatoes, lemon juice, fresh Italian parsley, cayenne pepper, black pepper, coconut milk

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for ham and corn casserole

Ham and Corn Casserole

Made with cheddar cheese, creamed corn, ham, mashed potatoes

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for arizona state university club pollo santa fe

Arizona State University Club Pollo Santa Fe

Made with chicken breast halves, poblano peppers, Anaheim peppers, onions, goat cheese, pine nuts, cumin, garlic

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for bacon double cheeseburger casserole

Bacon Double Cheeseburger Casserole

Made with black pepper, salt, pasta, spaghetti sauce, Cheddar cheese, bacon bits, ground beef

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for baked bbq hot dogs

Baked BBQ Hot Dogs

Made with hot dog buns, hot dogs, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, sugar, ketchup, water, onions, green bell pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for impossible tuna and cheddar pie

Impossible Tuna And Cheddar Pie

Made with tomatoes, onions, butter or margarine, solid white tuna in water, eggs, cheddar cheese, milk, biscuit baking mix, black pepper

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for caramelized pork tenderloin

Caramelized Pork Tenderloin

Made with black pepper, salt, pork tenderloin, garlic, brown sugar, orange juice, molasses

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chili gumbo

Chili Gumbo

Made with onion, garlic, tomatoes, green chilies, beef broth, chili powder, bay leaf, cayenne pepper, okra

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for eva's chicken paprikash and dumplings

Eva's Chicken Paprikash and Dumplings

Made with frying chicken, shortening, black pepper and salt, hungarian paprika, onion, tomato puree, garlic, salt, chicken stock

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for bigos

Bigos

Made with garlic, onions, mushrooms, beef stock, red wine or dark beer, sauerkraut, tart apples, salt and pepper, tomatoes, cabbage

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for four seasons potato crusted red snapper

Four Seasons Potato Crusted Red Snapper

Made with potato flakes, eggs, red snapper fillets, tomatoes, eggplants, garlic, Swiss chard, poppadum, zucchini, flour

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker vegetarian enchilada casserole

Slow Cooker Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole

Made with ripe olives, corn tortillas, garlic powder, tomatoes, salsa, tomato paste, black beans, corn, green chiles, cumin

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for slow cooker ginger & molasses beef stew

Slow Cooker Ginger & Molasses Beef Stew

Made with onion, celery, ground ginger, quick-cooking tapioca, diced tomatoes, vinegar, salt, molasses, raisins, black pepper

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker picnic ham

Slow Cooker Picnic Ham

Made with apple juice, frozen picnic ham

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker sausage meatloaf

Slow Cooker Sausage Meatloaf

Made with eggs, milk, bread, salt, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, beef stock, onion, ground beef, ketchup

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for slow cooker tequila chili

Slow Cooker Tequila Chili

Made with bulgur wheat, chili powder, beef bouillon granules, cumin, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, garlic, celery, onion

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for broccoli tuna casserole

Broccoli Tuna Casserole

Made with seasoned potato chips, tuna, frozen chopped broccoli, mushroom soup

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for white pizza sauce

White Pizza Sauce

Made with dried basil, dried rosemary, butter, olive oil, garlic, white wine

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for frankfurter casserole

Frankfurter Casserole

Made with refrigerated biscuits, prepared mustard, bean with bacon soup, water, frankfurter, onion, green onions, celery

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for mexican cornbread casserole with cheesy chorizo filling

Mexican Cornbread Casserole With Cheesy Chorizo Filling

Made with eggs, baking soda, salt, cream style corn, milk, bacon drippings, ground beef, chorizo sausage, onion

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for asian meat pies

Asian Meat Pies

Made with ginger, ground beef, garlic, scallions, hoisin sauce, biscuit dough

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for 15 minute chicken a la king

15 Minute Chicken a la King

Made with sherry or white wine, mushroom soup mix, chicken gravy mix, water, milk, cooked, diced chicken, pimento, mushrooms

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for tex-mex shepherd's pie

Tex-Mex Shepherd's Pie

Looking for a unique dinner idea? Try this Tex-Mex shepherd's pie, this hearty twist on the classic is packed with ground beef, veggies, cheese, and savory spices, all topped off...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for italian pasta stir-fry

Italian Pasta Stir-fry

Made with salt, linguine, zucchini, onion, tomatoes, parsley, oil, garlic, dried basil, oregano

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for smoked turkey fettucine

Smoked Turkey Fettucine

Made with fresh chives, butter, shallot, peppercorns, white wine, whipping cream, ground nutmeg, salt, fettuccine pasta, smoked turkey breast

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for easy elegant chicken casserole

Easy Elegant Chicken Casserole

Craving comfort food that doesn't require you to be a master chef? This easy yet elegant chicken casserole is your new best friend, combining simple ingredients into...

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for bayrischer leberkaese

Bayrischer Leberkaese

Made with lemon zest, water, lean beef, pork neck, bacon, onion, salt, white pepper, marjoram, garlic

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours





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