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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 red lobster's dijon crusted snapper

Red Lobster's Dijon Crusted Snapper

Made with snapper fillets, cracker crumbs or bread crumbs, Dijon mustard, butter, parsley

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for turtle crossing's thai chicken fancy wrap

Turtle Crossing's Thai Chicken Fancy Wrap

Made with sour cream, Thai sauce, mango, jalapenos, limes, red onion, red bell pepper, olive oil, chipotle pepper sauce or Tabasco sauce

Method:   outdoor grill, 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 polenta and black bean casserole

Polenta And Black Bean Casserole

Made with Monterey Jack cheese, golden hominy, fresh cilantro, green chilies, salsa verde, garlic, cumin, polenta, whipping cream, black beans

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for lamb and barley stew

Lamb and Barley Stew

Made with herbs, lamb, bacon, flour, butter, onions, carrots, rutabaga, celery, pearl barley

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

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recipe for all beef texas chili

All Beef Texas Chili

Made with beef chuck, onion, garlic, beef broth, flat beer, water, chili powder, tomatoes, tomato paste, fresh oregano

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for slow cooker cowboy stew

Slow Cooker Cowboy Stew

Made with round steak, celery, carrots, tomatoes, chili seasoning, frozen whole-kernel corn, potatoes, red kidney beans, onion

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for cinnamon-pecan crusted chicken

Cinnamon-Pecan Crusted Chicken

Made with eggs, milk, all-purpose flour, poultry seasoning, ground cinnamon, pecans, sugar, salt, black pepper, chicken breast halves

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for texas cowboy chili beans

Texas Cowboy Chili Beans

Made with dried pinto beans, garlic powder, beef chuck roast, tomatoes with green chile peppers, yellow onion, cumin, chili seasoning mix

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for aji de carne (bolivian peppery pork with banana)

Aji De Carne (Bolivian Peppery Pork With Banana)

Made with black pepper, aji chile powder, chili pepper, cloves, ground cinnamon, chicken broth, annatto seeds, potatoes, green bananas, seltzer water

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for hamburger boat

Hamburger Boat

Made with French bread, mushrooms, ground beef, onion, tomato sauce, Mozzarella cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for sirloin fajitas

Sirloin Fajitas

Made with onion, mushrooms, oil, dry sherry, sirloin tips, Serrano or jalapeno peppers, cumin seed, ground coriander, cilantro, flour tortillas

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for caribou chili

Caribou Chili

Made with tomato paste, caribou, onion, garlic, oregano, cumin, red wine, beef broth or beer, chili powder, tomatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for gourmet turkey casserole

Gourmet Turkey Casserole

Made with turkey breast meat, margarine, onion, carrots, garlic, mushrooms, cornstarch, milk, chicken broth, white wine

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for easy slow cooker turkey and dumplings

Easy Slow Cooker Turkey and Dumplings

Made with onion, celery, carrots, bay leaf, bone-in turkey breast half, turkey gravy, all-purpose flour, Cheddar cheese, parsley

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for herring in sour cream

Herring In Sour Cream

Made with sauterne, sour cream, matjes-herring fillets, onion, black peppercorns, bay leaves


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker broccoli turkey supreme

Slow Cooker Broccoli Turkey Supreme

Made with mayonnaise, chicken broth, fat-free milk, cream of chicken soup, cooked turkey breast, frozen broccoli florets, rice pilaf mix, celery, water chestnuts...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for grilled red snapper burger

Grilled Red Snapper Burger

Made with French bread, dill, red snapper, egg whites, green onions, white Worcestershire sauce, Thai fish sauce, ketchup, spinach, bread crumbs

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for sauerkraut and pork chop casserole

Sauerkraut And Pork Chop Casserole

Made with beer, salt, bacon, pork rib chops, sauerkraut, onion, black pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for beef baked with yogurt

Beef Baked With Yogurt

Made with plain yogurt, black pepper, olive oil, beef stew meat, onions, garlic, ginger, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for bacon cheeseburger meatloaf with french fried onion topping

Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf With French Fried Onion Topping

Made with ketchup, ground beef, bacon, Cheddar cheese, eggs, bread crumbs, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for hawaiian ham casserole

Hawaiian Ham Casserole

Made with ham, yams, brown sugar, flour, curry, black pepper, cider vinegar, water, self-rising flour

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for layered tijuana casserole

Layered Tijuana Casserole

Made with ripe olives, frozen whole-kernel corn, cheddar cheese, ground turkey or beef, onion, dried minced garlic, corn tortillas, chunky salsa, tomato sauce, pinto beans

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for shrimp po boy

Shrimp Po Boy

Made with tartar sauce, butter, shrimp, hoagie roll, provolone cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for creole hot dogs and rice

Creole Hot Dogs And Rice

Made with fresh basil, onion, Cajun seasoning, bacon, hot dogs, rice, tomatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spicy lentil and bean chili

Spicy Lentil And Bean Chili

Made with olive oil, onion, carrots, garlic, chili powder, cumin, dried oregano, vegetable broth, brown lentils, dark red kidney beans

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for fettuccine with pesto and shrimp

Fettuccine with Pesto and Shrimp

Made with basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, sea salt, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, olive oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pork poor boy

Pork Poor Boy

Made with Italian salad dressing, French or Italian bread, green pepper, pork loin roast, black pepper, alfalfa sprouts, avocado, cucumber, tomato, fresh spinach

Method:   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 slow cooker chuckwagon stew

Slow Cooker Chuckwagon Stew

Made with baked beans, beef stew meat, smoked sausage, onion, potatoes

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for filet carne asada with guacamole and refried beans

Filet Carne Asada With Guacamole and Refried Beans

Made with corn oil, corn tortilla, hass avocados, onion, tomato, cilantro, salt

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

recipe for meatball and vegetable casserole

Meatball And Vegetable Casserole

Made with oregano, paprika, ground chicken, green beans, red potatoes, zucchini, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, sharp Cheddar cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for african beef peanut butter stew

African Beef Peanut Butter Stew

Made with diced tomatoes, salt and pepper, peanut butter, beef broth, canola oil, onion, garlic, green bell pepper, carrots, beef stew meat

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 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 red hot beef

Red Hot Beef

Looking for an easy way to spice up your weeknight dinners? Try this Asian-style red hot beef. This dish is packed with flavor, thanks to the combination of chili peppers, garlic, and...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for cafe knickerbocker roast turkey sandwich with cranberry pecan mayo

Cafe Knickerbocker Roast Turkey Sandwich With Cranberry Pecan Mayo

Made with lettuce, Gouda cheese, bread, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, cranberries, toasted pecans, salt and pepper, turkey breast

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker mexican chicken chili with rice

Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken Chili With Rice

Made with rice, boneless skinless chicken breasts, taco seasoning mix, tomatoes, corn, kidney beans, sour cream, onion, cheddar cheese

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for grilled fish with chili paste

Grilled Fish With Chili Paste

Made with white wine vinegar, salt, garlic, fish fillets, green onion, lime, non-stick cooking spray, ancho chile, pasilla chili

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for deer enchilada casserole

Deer Enchilada Casserole

Made with ground venison, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, jalapeno pepper, flour tortillas, refried beans, onion

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for a man's meatloaf

A Man's Meatloaf

Made with eggs, onion, salt, white pepper, dry mustard, celery, garlic, sage, Worcestershire sauce, green bell pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for grilled chicken and provolone panini

Grilled Chicken And Provolone Panini

Made with butter, fresh sage, dried sage, fresh rosemary, dried rosemary, salt, black pepper, rolls

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for slow cooker chicken, sausage and cabbage stew

Slow Cooker Chicken, Sausage And Cabbage Stew

Made with sweet Italian sausage, boneless, skinless chicken thighs, fresh mushrooms, chicken broth, condensed cream of mushroom soup, cabbage, baby...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for texas three-bean chili

Texas Three-Bean Chili

Made with jalapeno pepper, green bell pepper, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, dried oregano, tomatoes, hot pepper sauce or salsa

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for beef stew with shiitake mushrooms

Beef Stew With Shiitake Mushrooms

Made with dried marjoram, sugar, new potatoes, onions, baby carrots, fresh shiitake mushrooms, whole tomatoes, beef broth, flour, Worcestershire sauce

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for tahitian beef

Tahitian Beef

Made with rice, green peppers, wine vinegar, soy sauce, beef stew meat, oil, pineapple chunks, tomatoes, onion gravy mix

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for turkey chili with cornmeal dumplings

Turkey Chili With Cornmeal Dumplings

Made with chili powder, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, whole tomatoes, red kidney beans, frozen whole kernel corn, tomato paste, all-purpose flour, yellow...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for cajun chicken casserole

Cajun Chicken Casserole

Made with eggs, chicken breasts, bell pepper, onion, diced tomatoes, cream of chicken soup, biscuit baking mix, Cajun or Creole seasoning, milk

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for new england crab roll

New England Crab Roll

Made with hot dog buns, butter, lemon, crab meat, mayonnaise, tarragon, celery, gherkins

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for low-carb chicken fajita casserole

Low-Carb Chicken Fajita Casserole

Made with jack cheese, oil, chicken breast, taco seasoning mix, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onions, red & green pepper, salsa

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for new potato and lamb casserole

New Potato And Lamb Casserole

Made with onion, ground lamb, salt, garlic, rosemary, frozen peas, frozen baby carrots, beef broth, cayenne pepper, new potatoes

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours





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