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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 fun breaded chicken fajitas

Fun Breaded Chicken Fajitas

This simplified version of fajitas uses baked breaded chicken fingers (chicken nuggets will work too) wrapped in warm flour tortillas with all your favorite fajita toppings

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for new york style italian sausage & pepper sandwiches

New York Style Italian Sausage & Pepper Sandwiches

It's hard to mess up sausages with peppers and onions. Red pepper flakes and oregano cooked with the links adds a little extra oomph. Toast the hoagie...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for don't be a jerk slow cooker chicken

Don't Be a Jerk Slow Cooker Chicken

Throw chicken, onion, garlic, and a habanero pepper with a host of spices in the slow cooker. This is one jerk everyone will love.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for passover meatloaf

Passover Meatloaf

This meatloaf recipe uses matzo instead of breadcrumbs or oats. Perfect for Passover or anytime you're craving delicious meatloaf.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for basic slow cooker meatloaf

Basic Slow Cooker Meatloaf

The low heat of the slowcooker is the key to keeping this ultra-simple meatloaf ultra-moist. Ketchup is the classic topping, but it's easy to add in a couple dashes of hot...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

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recipe for chicken alfredo casserole

Chicken Alfredo Casserole

Chicken, broccoli, and fettuccine are baked with a homemade Alfredo-style sauce

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for easy italian casserole

Easy Italian Casserole

Made with ground beef, onion, garlic, tomato sauce, mushroom stems, sugar, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for carne asada casserole

Carne Asada Casserole

Not your everyday casserole! Salsa, steak, and refried beans turn turn some leftover rice into a fiesta-worthy bake. Change up the salsa to turn up the spice levels.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for copycat chili's monterey chicken

Copycat Chili's Monterey Chicken

Try your hand at making Chili's Monterey Chicken! This tasty recipe features juicy chicken breast smothered in cheese and bacon. Ready in under 20 minutes, it's an...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for easy turkey a la king

Easy Turkey a la King

Cream of mushroom soup makes for an easy sauce in this recipe. Best of all, it's ready in just a few minutes with very little work.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for president reagan's favorite homemade chili

President Reagan's Favorite Homemade Chili

Made with garlic, chili powder, ground beef, pinto beans, sugar, bay leaf, whole tomatoes, beef base, salt, red wine

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for philly cheese steak pizza

Philly Cheese Steak Pizza

The delicious, melty cheese steak with its grilled peppers and onions and the crispiness of a quick-fired pizza crust. A match made in food heaven.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker creamy chicken ramen casserole

Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Ramen Casserole

Made with skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, frozen mixed vegetables, butter, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, garlic powder, onion...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for turkey diane

Turkey Diane

Juicy turkey cutlets meet a zesty lemon-pepper sauce with a touch of Dijon. Quick to cook and bursting with taste, this dish is both elegant and easy.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for skillet pork chops and chicken noodle soup

Skillet Pork Chops And Chicken Noodle Soup

This delectable combo of pan-fried pork chops, noodles, and yummy broth is almost like an American take on ramen.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chicken & broccoli casserole

Chicken & Broccoli Casserole

Chicken and broccoli are baked with a rich mushroom sauce and topped with a layer of crunchy cornbread croutons

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for old fashioned shepherd's pie

Old Fashioned Shepherd's Pie

This classic recipe is always a favorite because it is a great way to use up leftover vegetables (and even leftover gravy and mashed potatoes).

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for cornflake crusted fish fry

Cornflake Crusted Fish Fry

Enjoy a southern comfort classic no matter where you live. Milk and egg batter with a cornflake crust keeps it simple, just the way it should be.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for fried chicken livers

Fried Chicken Livers

If you like chicken liver then you have to try this fried version. The livers are breaded with a cornmeal breading that gets a wonderfully crisp texture.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for authentic u.p. pasties

Authentic U.P. Pasties

Made with water, ground chuck, onion, rutabaga, beef suet, potatoes, salt, black pepper, parsley

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for lady meatballs (boiled meatballs)

Lady Meatballs (Boiled Meatballs)

The trick to these delicious beefy meatballs is boiling them firstin water, then coating them in egg and deep-frying them in oil.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for pulled pork sandwich with jack and coke bbq sauce

Pulled Pork Sandwich With Jack And Coke BBQ Sauce

The Jack and Coke BBQ sauce is the perfect combination of sweet and tangy, and the pork is so tender it just melts in your mouth. Quite possibly the...

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for copycat popeye's cajun fried turkey

Copycat Popeye's Cajun Fried Turkey

Fried turkey is one way to make a statement on Thanksgiving. It's just about the best way to get that ultra-crispy skin and moist interior that you're looking for.

Method:   deep fryer, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for slow cooker ground beef and mashed potato casserole

Slow Cooker Ground Beef And Mashed Potato Casserole

This yummy dish is sort of like a slow cooked shepherd's pie. It has a ground beef and vegetable base that is topped with a creamy mashed potato...

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for easy tomato soup chili con carne

Easy Tomato Soup Chili Con Carne

Tomato soup has a richer flavor than regular tomato sauce so you don't need to add a lot of extras to this recipe to have a winner.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker irish stew

Slow Cooker Irish Stew

Get ready for a stew that fights back with flavor. This Irish Stew packs a punch with its no-nonsense mix of meat, potatoes, and carrots, all brazenly bathing in a tomatoey...

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for copycat chili's steak fajitas

Copycat Chili's Steak Fajitas

If you love the steak fajitas at Chili's but don't want to leave the house (or spend the money), then this recipe is for you! It's a clone of the popular dish, and it...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for pancake mix fish batter

Pancake Mix Fish Batter

Pancake mix is the perfect batter for these tender fried fish fillets. Works well with shrimp, too!

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for patti labelle's best-ever barbecue chicken with bodacious barbecue sauce

Patti LaBelle's Best-Ever Barbecue Chicken With Bodacious Barbecue Sauce

The "Lady Marmalade" singer doesn't just know music, she also knows chicken. This saucy dish can be oven-baked or...

Method:   stovetop, oven, outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for meatloaf with mushroom gravy

Meatloaf With Mushroom Gravy

This tasty and tender meatloaf is loaded with veggies and herbs and served with a from-scratch rich, mushroom gravy.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for king ranch chicken with flour tortillas

King Ranch Chicken With Flour Tortillas

Made with flour tortillas, sharp or extra sharp cheddar cheese, whole chicken, onion, green bell pepper, Rotel tomatoes, cream of mushroom soup

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for ranch burrito wraps

Ranch Burrito Wraps

A simple blend of shredded chicken, ranch seasoning, sour cream, and salsa is heated and rolled into tortillas for an easy burrito-style wrap.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for impossible reuben pie

Impossible Reuben Pie

This recipe takes all the goodness of the legendary deli corned beef sandwich and creates a new "impossible" masterpiece.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for mexican skillet casserole

Mexican Skillet Casserole

Up your skillet skills. Ground beef and onions cooked with tomatoes, beans, and rice is a quick and delicious way to feed a hungry group.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for oven grilled reuben sandwiches

Oven Grilled Reuben Sandwiches

If you've ever been subjected to a Reuben with sad, unmelted cheese and soft, untoasted bread, you'll understand full well why this sandwich needs a trip to the oven.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for copycat disney's 50s prime time cafe chicken pot pie

Copycat Disney's 50s Prime Time Cafe Chicken Pot Pie

Disney's famous fifties-style diner nailed it with this classic recipe. This double-crust pot pie filled with chicken and vegetables will be a hit...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for hot sausage sandwiches

Hot Sausage Sandwiches

Whip up these simple Italian sausage sandwiches on the stove top or in the crock pot.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for hawaiian pork sandwich

Hawaiian Pork Sandwich

Turn last night's pork tenderloin into today's Hawaiian-style pork sandwich. Shredded pork is mixed with teriyaki sauce and layered with pineapple on a soft bun.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for slow cooker albondigas

Slow Cooker Albondigas

Crockpot albondigas cooked with tomatoes and green chiles go great on warm flour tortillas with fresh chopped cilantro.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for quick slow cooker meatballs

Quick Slow Cooker Meatballs

These meatballs with cream of mushroom and onion soup mix may be slow-cooked, but they'll be sure to make dinner come together pretty quick.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for carolina catfish stew

Carolina Catfish Stew

This saucy southern staple is as comforting as it gets. Catfish and salt pork spiced with bay leaves and Worcestershire in a tomato sauce over rice - now that's down home cooking....

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for pulled chicken and slaw sliders

Pulled Chicken And Slaw Sliders

Get ready for a flavor-packed meal with these pulled chicken and slaw sliders. Tangy barbecue chicken pairs perfectly with a creamy, crunchy slaw, all tucked into a soft...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for skillet shrimp

Skillet Shrimp

This dish features shrimp cooked in a flavorful blend of garlic, lemon juice, and spices, resulting in a quick and delicious seafood treat. Ideal for a speedy dinner or a tasty...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chicken financiere

Chicken Financiere

Chicken Financiere is a classic French dish made with chicken, mushrooms, and chicken livers. It is a rich and flavorful dish that is perfect for a special occasion.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for slow cooker pizza casserole

Slow Cooker Pizza Casserole

Plenty of cheese and spaghetti sauce over egg noodles makes this an easy dish. Feel free to sub in any of your favorite pizza toppings like spicy sausage or pepperoni.

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

recipe for chili con carne burritos

Chili Con Carne Burritos

Turn chili con carne into finger food. Serving it wrapped inside a warm flour tortilla makes an easy meal.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for stromboli sauce

Stromboli Sauce

Use this flavorful sauce for strombolis, calzones, pizza, or as a dipping sauce for breadsticks or garlic bread. It freezes great so go ahead and make up a big batch.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for priazzo (stuffed pizza)

Priazzo (Stuffed Pizza)

Two layers of dough with toppings in the middle and cheese on top create a stacked masterpiece that will change how you think about pizza.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for quick teriyaki shrimp and rice

Quick Teriyaki Shrimp And Rice

A quick and basic shrimp stir-fry. Pan fry the shrimp with garlic and olive oil for a deliciously easy meal. Pro-tip: use leftover rice to make it even faster.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for 6 foot party sandwich

6 Foot Party Sandwich

"Hello? Yes, I'd like to order a six foot loaf of Italian, please." This might be the most fun you'll ever have making a sandwich.


Time:   under 30 minutes





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