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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 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 poor boy, submarine or hero sandwich

Poor Boy, Submarine Or Hero Sandwich

Made with tomato, French bread, butter, salami, Swiss cheese, boiled ham


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chipotle mexican grill barbacoa burrito

Chipotle Mexican Grill Barbacoa Burrito

Made with goat or beef roast, cider vinegar, Spanish onion, garlic, fresh thyme, Mexican oregano, allspice berries, ground cloves, cumin seeds, guijillo chiles

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for italian roast pork and greens sandwich

Italian Roast Pork and Greens Sandwich

Made with pork shoulder, fresh rosemary, fresh parsley, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, broccoli rabe, olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes, Italian...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for sour cream smothered chicken livers

Sour Cream Smothered Chicken Livers

Made with cooked rice, sour cream, water, butter, mushrooms, onion, salt, flour, chicken livers

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for slow cooker pollo mexicano

Slow Cooker Pollo Mexicano

Made with process cheese product, cooking sherry, dried parsley flakes, taco seasoning mix, tomatoes with chiles, onion, bell pepper, olive oil, boneless, skinless chicken...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

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 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 chinese steamed buns with pork stuffing

Chinese Steamed Buns with Pork Stuffing

Made with MSG, rice wine, sesame seed oil, salt, ground pepper, cornstarch or potato flour, all-purpose unbleached flour, sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 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 lentil-walnut burgers

Lentil-Walnut Burgers

Made with cider vinegar, peanut oil or olive oil, onion, garlic, mushrooms, walnuts, salt, fresh spinach, dry mustard

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for tender baby octopus in tomato basil sauce

Tender Baby Octopus in Tomato Basil Sauce

Made with olive oil, dry white wine, basil leaves, pine nuts, baby octopus, onion, garlic, Roma tomatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for deep dish mexican pizza

Deep Dish Mexican Pizza

Made with onion, chili powder, cumin, ground cinnamon, black beans, green chiles, cornmeal, monterey jack cheese, tomatoes, frozen whole kernel corn

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for easy salmon with brown sugar with bourbon glaze

Easy Salmon with Brown Sugar with Bourbon Glaze

Made with brown sugar, salmon, bourbon, butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for salmon with green peppercorn sauce

Salmon with Green Peppercorn Sauce

Made with whipping cream, chicken broth, salmon fillet, salt, black pepper, shallots, green peppercorns in brine, butter, white wine

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for thai shrimp pizza

Thai Shrimp Pizza

Made with lime juice, garlic, fresh ginger, black pepper, crushed red pepper, shrimp, cornstarch, water, mozzarella cheese, red bell pepper

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for new mexican breakfast burritos

New Mexican Breakfast Burritos

Made with tomato salsa, Colby, jack or cheddar cheese, flour tortillas, breakfast sausage, boiling potatoes, onion powder, salt and freshly ground black pepper, eggs

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for layered tortilla casserole

Layered Tortilla Casserole

Made with green onions, cheese, tortillas, refried beans, chicken breast strips or ground beef, salsa, frozen corn

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chicken casablanca

Chicken Casablanca

Made with carrots, potatoes, raisins, cumin, turmeric, salt and pepper, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, tomatoes, zucchini

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

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 poppy seed chicken casserole

Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole

Made with margarine, poppy seeds, buttery round crackers, salt and pepper, chicken breasts, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, cream of celery soup, sour cream

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for hawaiian meat loaf

Hawaiian Meat Loaf

Made with ground beef, soft bread crumbs, brown gravy mix, milk, instant minced onion, eggs, parsley, salt, soy sauce, black pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for chicken pilau

Chicken Pilau

Made with chicken breasts or thighs, limes, salt, black pepper, garlic, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, oil, carrots, rice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for shortcut italian chicken shepherd's pie

Shortcut Italian Chicken Shepherd's Pie

Made with Parmesan cheese, mashed potatoes, onion, green bell pepper, garlic, olive oil, Italian-style stewed tomatoes, cooked chicken

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for stir-fried tuna

Stir-Fried Tuna

Made with snow peas or China peas, celery, water chestnuts, whole dry roasted cashews, salad oil, cornstarch, sugar, water, soy sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for classic slow cooker brunswick stew

Classic Slow Cooker Brunswick Stew

Brimming with flavor and a hint of nostalgia, this classic Brunswick stew brings southern tradition to your table. It's that meal you didn't know you needed until...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for wheat berry stew

Wheat Berry Stew

Made with green bell peppers, black pepper, marinara sauce, Great Northern beans, wheat berries, potatoes, onion, garlic, ground cumin, ground turmeric

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker whiskey sausage

Slow Cooker Whiskey Sausage

Made with whiskey, kielbasa sausage, brown sugar, ketchup

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for slow cooker cheddar cheese meat loaf

Slow Cooker Cheddar Cheese Meat Loaf

Made with cheddar cheese, ground beef, black pepper, salt, cheese crackers, onion, green bell pepper, chili sauce, milk, eggs

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 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 hot dog breakfast burrito

Hot Dog Breakfast Burrito

Made with tortilla, egg, butter, milk, hot dog, cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for super sandwich cake

Super Sandwich Cake

Made with ketchup, cream cheese, white bread, Italian salad dressing, bologna, American cheese


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for cheesy chicken noodle bake

Cheesy Chicken Noodle Bake

Made with black pepper, chicken broth, chunk chicken, egg noodles, Colby-Jack Cheese, poultry seasoning, salt

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for thick and spicy chili

Thick and Spicy Chili

Made with beer, tomato sauce, water, chili powder, cumin, beef bouillon granules, oregano, paprika, sugar, cocoa powder

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for upstate spedies

Upstate Spedies

Made with olive oil, dry red wine, red wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar, fresh mint, salt, black pepper, garlic, lemon juice, dried basil, crushed rosemary

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for tofu vegetable lasagna

Tofu Vegetable Lasagna

Made with firm tofu, mozzarella cheese, no cook lasagna noodles, garlic, dried basil, dried Italian seasoning, salt, chopped frozen spinach, carrot, pasta sauce

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for make-ahead french bread pizza

Make-Ahead French Bread Pizza

Made with pepperoni, French bread, spaghetti sauce, Parmesan cheese, Mozzarella cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker cranberry meatballs

Slow Cooker Cranberry Meatballs

Made with eggs, salt, black pepper, onion, bread crumbs, water, cranberry sauce, brown sugar, chili sauce, lemon juice

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


recipe for turkey and black-eyed pea chili

Turkey and Black-Eyed Pea Chili

Made with dried black-eyed peas, water, chili powder, cumin seeds, garlic, cayenne pepper, onions, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, chopped cooked turkey

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for tamales - carne de puerco cocido

Tamales - Carne de Puerco Cocido

Made with dried red chilies, sugar, garlic, beef stock, shortening, all-purpose flour, oregano, salt and pepper, corn husks

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker caribbean chicken

Slow Cooker Caribbean Chicken

Made with chicken pieces, oil, potatoes, tomatoes, onion, green bell pepper, garlic, brown sugar, ground ginger, black pepper

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for gorma sabzi

Gorma Sabzi

Made with water, beef, cilantro, parsley, green onions, limmonee, dried fenugreek, lemon, rice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for hoagie bake

Hoagie Bake

Made with Parmesan cheese, eggs, refrigerated crescent rolls, salami, ham, pepperoni sausage, provolone cheese, Swiss cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for frango na pucara portuguese chicken

Frango na Pucara Portuguese Chicken

Made with white wine, cognac, prosciutto, tomatoes, chicken, salt and pepper, garlic, pearl onions, butter, Port or Madera wine

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for zucchini pizza casserole

Zucchini Pizza Casserole

Made with dried basil, zucchini, salt, eggs, Parmesan cheese, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, ground beef, onion, tomato sauce

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker king ranch chicken

Slow Cooker King Ranch Chicken

Made with chicken, flour tortillas, onion, cream of chicken soup, Rotel tomatoes, quick-cooking tapioca, Cheddar cheese

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for steak sandwich with yogurt mustard sauce

Steak Sandwich With Yogurt Mustard Sauce

Made with red onion, French or Italian-style bread, plain low-fat yogurt, Dijon mustard, salt, marinated artichoke hearts, round steak, red bell pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for texas cowboy stew

Texas Cowboy Stew

Made with tomatoes, bacon, onions, green bell pepper, ground beef, garlic, salt, black pepper, chili powder, potatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for boursin cheese stuffed burgers with balsamic glaze

Boursin Cheese Stuffed Burgers With Balsamic Glaze

Made with balsamic vinegar, ground beef, Boursin cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for venezuelan coconut chicken

Venezuelan Coconut Chicken

Made with onions, garlic, bay leaves, black pepper, chili powder, turmeric, cumin, salt, sugar, Roma tomatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours





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