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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 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 tikka seekh kebab

Tikka Seekh Kebab

Made with cilantro, potatoes, Tikka Seekh Kebab spice mix, garlic, ginger, lemon juice, lamb or goat meat, onion

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for seasoned grilled turkey cutlets

Seasoned Grilled Turkey Cutlets

Made with white turkey cutlets, lemons, sage, vegetable oil, salt, black pepper, garlic

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes


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 the elvis

The Elvis

Made with bread, peanut butter, banana, honey, bacon

Method:   sandwich maker, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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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 pizza with a macaroni crust

Pizza With A Macaroni Crust

Made with macaroni pasta, spaghetti sauce, egg, salt, milk, Parmesan cheese, ground beef, green bell pepper, onion, mushrooms

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for creamy ranch skillet chicken

Creamy Ranch Skillet Chicken

Made with milk, Ranch soup mix, boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, all-purpose flour, margarine

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for smoked brisket sandwiches with blue cheese

Smoked Brisket Sandwiches With Blue Cheese

Made with arugula, roasted red peppers, blue cheese, sour cream, scallions, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, whole wheat bread, smoked brisket, butter


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for honey mustard chicken pie

Honey Mustard Chicken Pie

Made with Dijon mustard, honey, pie crust, boneless, skinless chicken breast, soy sauce, oil, onion, garlic, chicken broth, carrots

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for mediterranean pita pizza

Mediterranean Pita Pizza

Made with cumin, coriander, fresh oregano, dried oregano, salt and pepper, tomato paste, water, pita breads, Parmesan cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for grilled ham steak with mustard-ginger ale sauce

Grilled Ham Steak With Mustard-Ginger Ale Sauce

Made with ground coriander, Tabasco sauce, ham steak, ginger ale, honey, Dijon mustard, mint

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

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 scrambled egg and tomato sandwich

Scrambled Egg And Tomato Sandwich

Made with salt and freshly ground black pepper, whole grain bread, olive oil, butter, garlic, Italian parsley, hot pepper flakes, eggs, tomato, capers

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for meatball-stuffed french loaf

Meatball-Stuffed French Loaf

Made with ground beef, ground pork, eggs, bread crumbs, Romano cheese, parsley, salt, dry spaghetti sauce mix, butter or margarine, tomato sauce

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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 liver fricassee

Liver Fricassee

Made with water, beef liver, all-purpose flour, celery salt, salt, black pepper, bacon, whole tomatoes, white onions, green bell peppers

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for sweet-and-sour chicken livers

Sweet-and-Sour Chicken Livers

Made with rice, vinegar, chicken broth, chicken livers, oil, green peppers, pineapple chunks, salt, sugar, cornstarch

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spicy chinese pizza

Spicy Chinese Pizza

Made with red onion, snow pea pods, chili or vegetable oil, boneless skinless chicken breasts, fresh ginger, tomato sauce, chili puree, soy sauce, pizza crust, water chestnuts

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cajun fajitas

Cajun Fajitas

Made with oregano, dried marjoram, garlic powder, ground red pepper, Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, black pepper, vegetable oil, chicken breasts, green bell pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for drunken turkey

Drunken Turkey

Made with butter, turkey, dried fruit, raisins, granny smith apples, oranges, chipotles, tequila, grand marnier

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for crab calzone

Crab Calzone

Made with chopped olives, hot roll mix, water, vegetable oil, ricotta cheese, Mozzarella cheese, cream cheese, crab meat, green onions, garlic

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for kielbasa and potato casserole

Kielbasa And Potato Casserole

Made with milk, frozen hash browns, kielbasa, cheddar cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


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 fish fillets in garlic butter

Fish Fillets In Garlic Butter

Made with lemon, green onions, butter or margarine, garlic, salmon, whitefish or cod fillets

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 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 tamale pizza

Tamale Pizza

Made with fresh cilantro, Roma tomatoes, chili beans, green chilies, bread shell or focaccia, whole kernel corn, Cheddar cheese, green onions

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for crawfish enchiladas

Crawfish Enchiladas

Made with bell pepper, Rotel tomatoes with chilies, crawfish tails, chili powder, garlic, cayenne pepper, white pepper, heavy cream, chicken bouillon, blonde butter roux

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for slow cooker super flavorful mexican chili

Slow Cooker Super Flavorful Mexican Chili

Made with bell pepper, celery, pinto beans, chili powder, salt, garlic, French onion soup mix, green chiles, tomatoes, tomato sauce

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

recipe for meatball cheeseburger casserole

Meatball Cheeseburger Casserole

Made with green onions, wagon wheel pasta, tomatoes with Italian herbs, cheddar cheese soup, frozen cooked meatballs, water, cheddar cheese, bacon

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for divine chicken & artichoke casserole

Divine Chicken & Artichoke Casserole

Made with chicken broth, fresh rosemary, flour, wild rice, salt, pepper, paprika, chicken breasts, olive oil, butter, artichoke hearts, mushrooms

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 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 mexican tablecloth stainer

Mexican Tablecloth Stainer

Made with vegetable oil, butter, onion, garlic, almonds, sesame seeds, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, stewed tomatoes, chicken stock

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for open faced pate sandwich

Open Faced Pate Sandwich

Made with country bread, pate, whole grain mustard, cornichons


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for irish corned beef sandwich melts

Irish Corned Beef Sandwich Melts

Made with aged sharp cheddar cheese, corned beef, dried thyme, butter, onion, coleslaw mix, mayonnaise, Irish soda bread, stone-ground mustard

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for microwave reuben casserole

Microwave Reuben Casserole

Made with tomatoes, Swiss cheese, margarine or butter, pumpernickel bread, corned beef, sauerkraut, thousand island salad dressing

Method:   stovetop, microwave
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

recipe for veggie burger mix

Veggie Burger Mix

Made with vegetable broth powder, chickpeas, lentils, brown rice, soybeans, split peas, rolled oats, bread crumbs, cornmeal, baking soda


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for rainwater's three cheese meatloaf

Rainwater's Three Cheese Meatloaf

Made with Swiss cheese, Romano cheese, ground beef, Italian sausage link, ground veal, salt, black pepper, garlic, baby spinach, bread

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for blt tacos with spicy cream salsa

BLT Tacos With Spicy Cream Salsa

Made with lettuce, jalapeno Jack cheese, bacon, green onions, jalapenos, tomato, corn, ranch dressing, cayenne pepper, flour tortillas


Time:   2-5 hours

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 slow cooker pork and beef chow mein

Slow Cooker Pork And Beef Chow Mein

Made with bean sprouts, pork chops, soy sauce, round steak, celery, onion, cornstarch, water

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


recipe for pork and apple pie

Pork and Apple Pie

Made with ground cinnamon, brown sugar, ground pork, onion, bread crumbs, chicken broth, salt, black pepper, pastry, apples

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for hot spam and egg sandwich

Hot Spam And Egg Sandwich

Made with hamburger buns, mayonnaise, sweet pickle, green olives, American cheese, eggs, Spam luncheon meat, green bell pepper, onion

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for chili colorado

Chili Colorado

Made with tomatoes, dried ancho peppers or dried mild New Mexico red peppers, dried chipotle peppers, chipotle peppers, water, onion, dried oregano, olive oil, garlic

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for crab melt sandwiches

Crab Melt Sandwiches

Made with unsalted butter, fresh lump crab meat, lime juice, mayonnaise, coarse-grained mustard, Italian bread, Parmesan cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for disney mom's chili

Disney Mom's Chili

Made with canned tomatoes, black olives, chili powder, cayenne pepper, thyme, oregano, black pepper, cumin, jalapeno peppers, tomato paste


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for italian baked haddock

Italian Baked Haddock

Made with mozzarella cheese, haddock fillets, butter, onion, green bell pepper, dried basil, tomatoes, salt and pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes





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