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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 chicken-in-a-garden

Chicken-In-A-Garden

Made with pie shell, chicken, cream of chicken soup, mixed vegetables, French fried onions

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for easy tuna paella with yellow rice

Easy Tuna Paella With Yellow Rice

Made with onion, garlic, green onion, salsa, tomatoes, artichoke hearts, chicken broth, tuna, yellow rice, peas

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for pork chops and sausage jambalaya

Pork Chops And Sausage Jambalaya

Made with water, salt, black pepper, red pepper, oil, pork chops, sausages, onions, bell pepper, celery

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


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 louisiana stir-fry

Louisiana Stir-Fry

Made with rice, diced tomatoes, Cajun seasoning, cooking spray, corn oil, shrimp, frozen broccoli, corn with red and green pepper, onion, Tabasco

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for mediterranean meatloaf

Mediterranean Meatloaf

Made with roasted red peppers, whole wheat bread crumbs, egg substitute, eggs, tomato sauce, fresh basil, parsley, salt, black pepper

Method:   oven
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 goat meat chili

Goat Meat Chili

Made with flour, oil, onions, ground oregano, cumin, garlic powder, salt, ground goat, chili powder

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for slow cooker chicken stew with rosemary dumplings

Slow Cooker Chicken Stew With Rosemary Dumplings

Made with whole chicken, vegetable oil, carrots, celery, onion, dried rosemary, chicken stock, frozen peas, all purpose flour

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for pork and rice casserole

Pork And Rice Casserole

Made with water, pimientos, boneless pork loin chops, shortening or vegetable oil, long-grain rice, onion soup mix, sliced mushrooms

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for butternut squash, chicken, and white bean chili

Butternut Squash, Chicken, and White Bean Chili

Made with chicken broth, vegetable oil, ground chicken, onion, garlic, chili powder, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, butternut squash, cannellini beans

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for sherried chicken livers

Sherried Chicken Livers

Made with sherry, chicken livers, black pepper, salt, cooking oil, butter, onion, mushrooms

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chili verde

Chili Verde

Made with pork loin, chicken stock or water, black pepper, orange juice, tomatillos, onion, garlic, green onions

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for barbecued watermelon rind with sauces

Barbecued Watermelon Rind With Sauces

Made with Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, port wine, Liquid Smoke, lemon, ground cinnamon

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for pork kabobs with mustard-bourbon glaze

Pork Kabobs With Mustard-Bourbon Glaze

Made with Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, soy sauce, pork loin, salt and pepper, Dijon mustard, bourbon

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for maine lobster stew

Maine Lobster Stew

Made with lobsters, butter, heavy cream, milk, salt and pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for new mexico green chile stew ii

New Mexico Green Chile Stew II

Made with boneless sirloin, chicken broth, Mexican beer, poblano peppers, tomato, onion, garlic, fresh cilantro, Tabasco sauce, oregano

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for galinha a zambeziana (chicken zambezia)

Galinha a Zambeziana (Chicken Zambezia)

Made with butter, chicken pieces, piripiri sauce

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for kasha chili

Kasha Chili

Made with black pepper, celery salt, ground oregano, cumin, stewed tomatoes, vegetable broth, pinto beans, chili powder, paprika, garlic

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pollo diablo

Pollo Diablo

Made with chicken parts, kosher salt, olive oil, orange juice, lemon juice, fresh rosemary, garlic, red pepper flakes

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for gehaktballen (dutch meatballs)

Gehaktballen (Dutch Meatballs)

Made with ground beef, ground pork, egg, white bread, onion, salt, curry powder, mace, black pepper, butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for canned turkey and rice supper

Canned Turkey and Rice Supper

Made with Parmesan cheese, converted rice, vegetable oil, mushrooms, chicken broth, broccoli, red bell pepper, turkey

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for salmon and potato stew

Salmon And Potato Stew

Made with ketchup, salt pork, Russet potatoes, sweet onion, butter, salt, black pepper, garlic, red salmon, half & half or milk

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for alligator chili

Alligator Chili

Made with vegetable oil, onion, garlic, bell pepper, tomatoes and chiles, pinto beans, tomato paste, cumin, jalapeno pepper, red wine

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 2 hours

recipe for rosemary chicken breast sandwiches

Rosemary Chicken Breast Sandwiches

Made with bread, fresh parsley, canola oil, beer, lemon juice, garlic, black pepper, cayenne pepper

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for california pizza kitchen grilled eggplant cheeseless pizza

California Pizza Kitchen Grilled Eggplant Cheeseless Pizza

Made with sun-dried tomatoes, olive oil, soy sauce, cayenne pepper, cumin, Japanese eggplants, pizza dough, red onion, fresh cilantro, fresh...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for beef brunswick stew

Beef Brunswick Stew

Made with water, beef broth, shoulder roast, potatoes, baby lima beans, tomatoes, onion, corn, sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for bruegger's bagels chicken bagel azteca

Bruegger's Bagels Chicken Bagel Azteca

Made with onion powder, garlic powder, thyme, black pepper, salt, paprika, green chiles, whole fresh mild chili, onion bagels

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chicken on the ritz

Chicken on the Ritz

Made with cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, chicken pieces, Ritz Crackers, butter, poppy seed

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for deluxe onion meatball subs with two sauces

Deluxe Onion Meatball Subs With Two Sauces

Made with Parmesan cheese, ground beef, French-fried onions, seasoned bread crumbs, eggs, salt, black pepper, beef gravy, prepared horseradish, spaghetti...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for mediterranean lasagna

Mediterranean Lasagna

Made with Parmesan cheese, tomato sauce, plain yogurt, lasagne noodles, vegetable oil, onion, garlic, eggplant, ricotta cheese, feta cheese

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for drunken stew

Drunken Stew

Made with dry vermouth, stew beef, golden mushroom soup, dry onion soup mix

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for italian sausage and rice casserole

Italian Sausage and Rice Casserole

Made with chicken broth, converted rice, Italian sausage, celery, onion, green bell pepper, almonds

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for indonesian lamb kebabs

Indonesian Lamb Kebabs

Made with ground coriander, ground ginger, vinegar, oil, leg or shoulder of lamb, peanuts, peanut oil, onion, garlic

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

recipe for prawns provencale

Prawns Provencale

Made with crushed pepper, jumbo prawns, garlic, olive oil, red onion, tomatoes, lemon, chicken stock, basil, Italian parsley

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for chicken hash brown burgers with fried egg topper

Chicken Hash Brown Burgers With Fried Egg Topper

Made with condiments, hamburger buns, eggs, seasoning, salt and pepper, yellow onions, hash browns, ground chicken breast, egg white, parsley

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for chinese chicken sandwich

Chinese Chicken Sandwich

Made with garlic powder, black pepper, soy sauce, Bibb lettuce, whole wheat pita bread, cooked chicken, fresh bean sprouts, mayonnaise, green onion, sesame seeds


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for crab salad sandwich

Crab Salad Sandwich

Made with lemon juice, celery, imitation crab, cream cheese, mayonnaise, green onions


Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for chicken stir-fry with broccoli and cashews

Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Cashews

Made with cashews, garlic, green onions, soy sauce, sherry, fresh ginger root, boneless chicken breast, broccoli, peanut oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker beef and vegetable stew

Slow Cooker Beef And Vegetable Stew

Made with dried parsley, Kitchen Bouquet, water, tomato soup, stew beef, celery, carrots, potatoes, onion, peas

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for slow cooker broccoli ham casserole

Slow Cooker Broccoli Ham Casserole

Make dinner a breeze with this crock pot broccoli ham casserole. Filled with chopped veggies, ham, and a creamy cheese sauce that kids will love.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for slow cooker chicago style italian beef

Slow Cooker Chicago Style Italian Beef

Made with flour, shortening, water, beef bouillon cubes, oregano, garlic salt, paprika, broth, hot peppers, bay leaves

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for armstrong's turkey devonshire

Armstrong's Turkey Devonshire

Made with paprika, Armstrong's cheese sauce, sourdough, tomato, sliced turkey meat

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker meatloaf with sour cream mushroom sauce

Slow Cooker Meatloaf With Sour Cream Mushroom Sauce

Made with ground pork, ground beef, sour cream & onion dip, bread crumbs, celery, onion, pimiento, dried dillweed, salt, black pepper

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for slow cooker pork & parsnips

Slow Cooker Pork & Parsnips

Made with parsnip, potato, pork, onion, flaked coconut, chicken stock, peanut butter, water, flour

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for slow cooker pork and sweet potato stew

Slow Cooker Pork And Sweet Potato Stew

Made with pork shoulder roast, oil, sweet potatoes, onion, dried apples, quick-cooking tapioca, garlic, fresh sage, dried sage

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker polish sausage and cabbage

Slow Cooker Polish Sausage and Cabbage

Made with caraway seed, chicken broth, cabbage, onion, potato, Polish sausage, salt

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for fettucine with shrimp and snow peas

Fettucine with Shrimp and Snow Peas

Made with Parmesan cheese, basil, fettucine pasta, olive oil, garlic, shrimp, snow peas

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker citrus flavored fish

Slow Cooker Citrus Flavored Fish

Perfect for a light dinner, enjoy a tender, citrusy delight in every bite with this crock pot fish dish infused with zesty lemon and orange hints.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker cheesy chicken stew

Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken Stew

Made with broccoli, chicken, butter or margarine, flour, chicken broth, milk or cream, black pepper, salt, poultry seasoning, cheddar cheese

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





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