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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 paella with mussels and shrimp

Paella With Mussels And Shrimp

Made with olive oil, shrimp, garlic, onion, green bell pepper, fresh rosemary, salt, tomato, parsley, paprika


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for spam and pineapple sandwich

Spam And Pineapple Sandwich

Made with hamburger buns, American cheese, Spam, pineapple rings

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 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 yakisoba

Yakisoba

Made with soy sauce, sesame oil, sesame or vegetable oil, sirloin or top blade steak, ginger, garlic, mushrooms, carrots, green onions, somen noodles

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for asian chicken casserole

Asian Chicken Casserole

Made with black pepper, sea salt, mushrooms, olive oil, cooked, cubed chicken, celery, green bell pepper, white onion, cream of mushroom soup, sliced water chestnuts

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

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recipe for slow cooker aegean lamb with orzo

Slow Cooker Aegean Lamb With Orzo

Made with lemon, oregano, lamb shoulder, fresh oregano, lemon rind, salt, lemon juice, fresh spinach, orzo, feta cheese

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for braised rabbit brunswick stew

Braised Rabbit Brunswick Stew

Made with salt and pepper, butter, red onion, carrot, celery, red potatoes, chicken stock, lima beans, basil, chervil, lemon thyme, tomato concassee

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for food court bourbon chicken

Food Court Bourbon Chicken

Made with garlic powder, bourbon, boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, ground ginger, soy sauce, onion, brown sugar

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for slow cooker chinese beef and vegetable stew

Slow Cooker Chinese Beef And Vegetable Stew

Made with green bell pepper, canned mushrooms, scallions, water chestnuts, round steak, dry sherry, soy sauce, water, hoisin sauce, Chinese chili paste with...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker tuna chow mein casserole

Slow Cooker Tuna Chow Mein Casserole

Made with chow mein noodles, milk, tuna, green bell pepper, celery, onion, cream of mushroom soup

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for corn dog casserole

Corn Dog Casserole

Made with ketchup & mustard, non-stick cooking spray, hot dogs, egg, milk, thyme, black pepper, cornbread mix

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for cranberry sloppy joes

Cranberry Sloppy Joes

Made with hamburger buns, ground beef, celery, onion, tomato soup, cranberry sauce, salt, chili powder, hot pepper sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for oprah's favorite turkey burgers

Oprah's Favorite Turkey Burgers

Made with parsley, lemon, Tabasco sauce, green onion, celery, Granny Smith apple, canola or peanut oil, ground turkey, salt, black pepper

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

recipe for hamburger pin wheels

Hamburger Pin Wheels

Made with cream of chicken or mushroom soup, baking mix, milk, onion, ground beef

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for scalloped tuna and potatoes

Scalloped Tuna And Potatoes

Made with paprika, cream of celery soup, potatoes, tuna, onion

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for honey salsa chicken

Honey Salsa Chicken

Made with chicken legs or thighs, salsa, honey, soy sauce, fresh ginger

Method:   oven, 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 newport seafood bake

Newport Seafood Bake

Made with shrimp, butter or margarine, flour, milk, salt, celery salt, black pepper, chives, sharp Cheddar cheese, cod or haddock

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker vegetarian chow mein

Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chow Mein

Made with bean sprouts, ground ginger, tofu, celery, carrots, green onions, water chestnuts, vegetable broth, soy sauce, crushed red pepper flakes

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for hearty beef stew with red creamer potatoes

Hearty Beef Stew With Red Creamer Potatoes

Made with celery, thyme, English mustard, tomato paste, baby carrots, beef stock, fresh mushrooms, butter, water, potatoes

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for pork, eggplant, and sweet potato green curry

Pork, Eggplant, and Sweet Potato Green Curry

Made with pork shoulder, salt and black pepper, ginger, garlic, Thai chili, onion, vegetable oil, carrots, sweet potato, globe eggplants

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for chicken tamale pie

Chicken Tamale Pie

Made with shredded cooked chicken, whole kernel corn, corn muffin mix, cheddar cheese, cream of chicken soup, chili powder, garlic, chopped green chilies, green onions

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for tamales negros (black tamales)

Tamales Negros (Black Tamales)

Made with tomatoes, bitter chocolate, chicken, masa harina, water, sugar, butter or margarine

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


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 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 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 shrimp lobster and crab in white wine sauce

Shrimp Lobster And Crab In White Wine Sauce

Made with rock lobster tails, jumbo shrimp, crab meat, flour, margarine, white pepper, salt, paprika, light cream, white wine

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for fall apart chicken

Fall Apart Chicken

Made with white wine, cream of mushroom soup, dry spaghetti sauce mix, chicken thighs, chicken breast halves, vegetable oil or nonstick spray

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for meatball fondue

Meatball Fondue

Made with onion, bread crumbs, cheddar cheese, tomato paste, red wine vinegar, honey, dry mustard, Worcestershire sauce, chicken broth

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for baked denver omelet sandwich

Baked Denver Omelet Sandwich

Made with black pepper, salt, ham, onion, eggs, green pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chicken livers and rice

Chicken Livers and Rice

Made with bacon, chicken livers, flour, salt, black pepper, oil, garlic, onion, fresh basil, fresh parsley

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for cajun style jambalaya

Cajun Style Jambalaya

Made with broiler chicken, ham, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, onion, garlic, rice, tomatoes, chicken broth, salt

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for beef stir-fry using ramen noodles

Beef Stir-Fry Using Ramen Noodles

Made with crushed red pepper, soy sauce, onion, beef flank steak, Ramen noodles, water, mushrooms, cornstarch, broccoli

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for bon bon chicken - szechuan

Bon Bon Chicken - Szechuan

Made with sugar, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, chili oil, sesame oil, sesame paste, Szechuan peppercorns, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker bbq tempeh

Slow Cooker BBQ Tempeh

Made with onion, brown sugar, molasses or honey, garlic, smoked paprika, chili powder, dry mustard, tomato sauce, tomato paste, cider vinegar

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for slow cooker beer simmered kielbasa and kraut

Slow Cooker Beer Simmered Kielbasa And Kraut

A cozy dish of kielbasa and sauerkraut slowly cooked with beer and brown sugar, perfect for warm sandwiches or served on its own.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for slow cooker spanish pork stew with potatoes

Slow Cooker Spanish Pork Stew With Potatoes

Made with potatoes, tomatoes, bell peppers, vinegar, pork shoulder butt, garlic, stock, bay leaves, onions

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for red lobster's crab au gratin

Red Lobster's Crab Au Gratin

Made with Cheddar cheese, butter, onion, all-purpose flour, milk, salt, white pepper, sherry, crab meat, crackers

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for hot meatballs on a crusty bun

Hot Meatballs on a Crusty Bun

Made with onion, egg, parsley, salt, dried basil, dried oregano, black pepper, olive or vegetable oil, spaghetti sauce, mozzarella cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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 hard chargin' blue cheese stampede

Hard Chargin' Blue Cheese Stampede

Made with ground beef, onion, Tabasco sauce, honey, garlic salt, red pepper flakes, black pepper, blue cheese, hamburger buns, roasted red peppers

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for seafood a la king

Seafood a la King

Made with toast, pimiento, green pepper, butter, mushrooms, flour, salt, black pepper, milk, seafood

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for armenian meat pies

Armenian Meat Pies

Made with whole tomatoes, yellow onion, green bell pepper, garlic, parsley, fresh mint, tomato paste, paprika, ground allspice, salt and freshly ground black pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

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 filets de sole veronique (sole with green grapes)

Filets De Sole Veronique (Sole With Green Grapes)

Made with lemon juice, shallots, salt, white wine, green grapes, flour, butter or margarine, sole fillets, black pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for creamy italian sub

Creamy Italian Sub

Made with green bell pepper, tomato, cheese, mayonnaise, Italian salad dressing, lettuce, Italian bread, deli sliced meat


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker sausage potato casserole

Slow Cooker Sausage Potato Casserole

This casserole combines cubed potatoes, sliced smoked sausage, and melted cheese, all enveloped in a creamy soup mixture and cooked low and slow until ready to...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for lamb zucchini casserole

Lamb Zucchini Casserole

Made with boneless lean lamb, onion, garlic, canola oil, frozen chopped spinach, ground nutmeg, dried basil, mozzarella cheese, salt, instant chicken bouillon granules

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for szechuan salmon stir fry

Szechuan Salmon Stir Fry

Made with garlic, fresh ginger, Japanese curly noodles, sesame oil, chicken broth, cornstarch, teriyaki sauce, crushed red pepper, salt, vegetable oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for fajita crepes

Fajita Crepes

Made with sirloin steak, green bell pepper, onion, mushrooms, fajita seasoning mix, water, lime juice, vegetable oil, non-stick cooking spray, crepes

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours





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