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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 coney island burgers

Coney Island Burgers

These burgers have the sauce, relish, and onion mixed right in the burger. Serve on a hot dog bun with yellow mustard for an authentic Coney Island experience.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker beef and pork chili

Slow Cooker Beef and Pork Chili

Made with cheddar cheese, sour cream, beef round steak, pork shoulder steak, onion, garlic, tomato sauce, salsa, Mexican seasoning, green bell pepper

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker beef and bean burritos

Slow Cooker Beef And Bean Burritos

Made with plum tomato, London broil, taco seasoning mix, non-stick cooking spray, onion, white vinegar, green chiles, refried beans, flour tortillas, Monterey jack...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for slow cooker vegetable paella

Slow Cooker Vegetable Paella

Made with frozen chopped spinach, white rice, vegetable stock, green bell pepper, roasted red bell peppers, onion, garlic, saffron threads, black pepper, salt

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for zarzuela

Zarzuela

Made with almonds, garlic, lobster, squid, monkfish, halibut, flour, salt, prawns, Live Dublin Bay prawns

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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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 xacuti - chicken with a roasted coconut sauce

Xacuti - Chicken with a Roasted Coconut Sauce

Made with nutmeg, white poppy seeds, vegetable oil, onion, ginger root, garlic, salt, chicken pieces, lemon juice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker herbed turkey and wild rice casserole

Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey and Wild Rice Casserole

Made with wild rice, black pepper, bacon, turkey breast tenderloins, celery, carrot, onion, chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, dried marjoram

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for slow cooker knockwurst casserole

Slow Cooker Knockwurst Casserole

Made with Swiss cheese, black pepper, knockwurst, onion, egg noodles, cream of mushroom soup, milk

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker kielbasa in spaghetti sauce

Slow Cooker Kielbasa In Spaghetti Sauce

Made with spaghetti sauce, kielbasa

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 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 ranch beef sandwiches

Slow Cooker Ranch Beef Sandwiches

Made with water, chuck roast, ranch salad dressing mix

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for southwestern pork stew

Southwestern Pork Stew

Made with chicken broth, diced tomatoes with mild chilies, onion, garlic, pork boneless top loin, cornmeal, cumin, dried oregano, salt, chili beans in sauce

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for swiss crab casserole

Swiss Crab Casserole

Made with butter, celery, onion, green bell pepper, flour, chicken bouillon cubes, water, instant rice, crab meat, Swiss cheese

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

recipe for spicy slow cooker pineapple and green chile pork

Spicy Slow Cooker Pineapple And Green Chile Pork

Made with cumin, chili powder, onion, green chiles, pork, white beans, water, tomatoes, tomato paste, pineapple chunks

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker vegetarian zucchini carrot chili

Slow Cooker Vegetarian Zucchini Carrot Chili

Made with tomatoes, picante sauce, cumin, zucchini, carrots, green bell pepper, garlic, garbanzo beans, chili beans, black olives

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


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 yum-yum chicken

Yum-Yum Chicken

Made with sour cream, chicken broth, butter, boneless chicken breasts, cream of celery soup, cream of chicken soup, stuffing mix

Method:   oven
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


recipe for cheesy slow cooker chipotle meatballs and potatoes

Cheesy Slow Cooker Chipotle Meatballs And Potatoes

Made with salsa, cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, pepper, onion, potatoes, frozen corn kernels, green bell pepper

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker ground beef chili with cornmeal dumplings

Slow Cooker Ground Beef Chili With Cornmeal Dumplings

Made with enchilada sauce, tomato sauce, black olives, chili powder, dried oregano, salt, cumin, water, yellow cornmeal, cheddar cheese

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

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 slow cooker sweet chili casserole

Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Casserole

Made with mustard, vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, ground beef, bacon, onion, baked beans, red or kidney beans

Method:   stovetop, crock pot, microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for bubble and squeak with sausage and white sauce

Bubble and Squeak With Sausage And White Sauce

Made with white sauce, sausage meat, onion, cabbage, salt

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for koosa (stuffed squash)

Koosa (Stuffed Squash)

Made with water, salt, ground lamb, allspice, zucchini, rice, tomato sauce, tomatoes, cinnamon, pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for haslet

Haslet

Made with salt and black pepper, sage, white bread, milk or water, lean pork, onion

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

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 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 pigeon  pie

Pigeon Pie

Made with flour, celery, parsley, pigeons, salt, black pepper, butter, onion, whole cloves, carrot

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for shrimp enchiladas

Shrimp Enchiladas

Made with garlic, oregano, salt, white pepper, red pepper, heavy cream, chicken broth, Monterey jack cheese, sour cream

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for 15-minute busy day beef delight

15-Minute Busy Day Beef Delight

Made with rice, cream of mushroom soup, cornstarch, oil, beef, green bell pepper, mushrooms, soy sauce, beef broth, brown sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for chilaquilas

Chilaquilas

Made with sour cream, Cheddar cheese, tortilla chips, Mexican salsa, green or red pepper, cooked beef or chicken, black olives, Monterey jack cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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 kleftiko (patriot's roast lamb)

Kleftiko (Patriot's Roast Lamb)

Made with black pepper, salt, bay leaves, lamb shank, onions, potatoes

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for rosalyn carter's chili con carne

Rosalyn Carter's Chili Con Carne

Made with black pepper, round steak, oil, chopped green chilies, tomato paste, onion, water, garlic, cumin, oregano

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for fish with artichoke sauce

Fish With Artichoke Sauce

Made with fish fillets, kosher salt, artichokes, olive oil, water, lemon, white onions, salt and pepper, tomato, mint or parsley

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for meatball garden skillet

Meatball Garden Skillet

Made with salt, black pepper, egg, milk, butter or margarine, flour, beef broth, water, potatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for colorful slow cooker chicken stew

Colorful Slow Cooker Chicken Stew

Made with sugar, boneless skinless chicken breasts, Italian diced tomatoes, potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, green bell pepper, mushroom stems and pieces, chicken...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for lamb fricassee

Lamb Fricassee

Made with black pepper, garlic, olive oil, instant minced onion, paprika, dried rosemary, lemon juice, water, frozen artichoke hearts, parsley

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for sirloin stir fry

Sirloin Stir Fry

Made with green bell pepper, red bell pepper, garlic, butter or margarine, dried basil, stewed tomatoes, sugar, black pepper, garlic salt, sirloin steak

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for greek chicken tortilla roll-ups

Greek Chicken Tortilla Roll-Ups

Made with chicken breast, lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic, dried oregano, black pepper, plain nonfat yogurt, cucumber

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for slow cooker mexican beef stew

Slow Cooker Mexican Beef Stew

Made with diced tomatoes, frozen small pearl onions, chili powder, taco seasoning mix, beef stew meat, black beans, Mexicorn whole kernel corn

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for buttered baked crab and shrimp

Buttered Baked Crab and Shrimp

Made with mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, green bell pepper, onion, celery, vegetable oil, jumbo lump crab meat, medium shrimp, salt, black pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for aged tofu

Aged Tofu

Made with scallions, fresh ginger root, firm tofu, flour, vegetable oil, water, soy or tamari sauce, sugar or honey, fish stock or vegetable stock

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker country-style chicken and sausage paella

Slow Cooker Country-Style Chicken And Sausage Paella

Made with skinless chicken thighs, onion, garlic, dried thyme, turmeric, black pepper, chicken broth, instant rice, frozen peas, fully cooked smoked...

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 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 mexican salmon pizza

Mexican Salmon Pizza

Made with Mexican seasoned cheese or Monterey Jack cheese, red onion, nonstick cooking spray, pizza crusts, salsa or picante sauce, tostadas, salmon

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for vegetarian chili

Vegetarian Chili

Made with Italian plum tomatoes, chili powder, dried oregano, cumin, dried basil, black pepper, salt, fennel seeds, Italian parsley

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for vegan barley and mushroom soup

Vegan Barley And Mushroom Soup

Made with salt and pepper, corn oil, onion, fresh mushrooms, garlic, white wine, dried thyme, barley, soy flakes, broth

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes





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