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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 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 carne asada chimichangas

Carne Asada Chimichangas

Carne asada is deliciously memorable on its own, but when stuffed into a crispy chimichanga it becomes a whole new experience.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 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 copycat popeye's jambalaya

Copycat Popeye's Jambalaya

This Popeye's jambalaya is a jumble of savory flavors. Chicken and andouille sausage with celery, onion, bell and pepper. Add in some rice and a whole lot of spices, then...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for armenian stuffed peppers

Armenian Stuffed Peppers

A combination of ground beef and lamb is used in the stuffing for this recipe. Mixed with rice, tomato, onions, and seasonings it makes a delicious filling.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for copycat mcdonald's filet-o-fish

Copycat McDonald's Filet-O-Fish

Make your own copycat version of McDonald's filet-o-fish with fried fish topped with tartar sauce, cheese, and served on a hamburger bun.

Method:   microwave, deep fryer, 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 4-hour beef stew

4-Hour Beef Stew

This beef stew is hearty and filling, but also has a touch of sweetness from the carrots. The stew is assembled and then slowly cooked for 4 hours in the oven.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for chicken a la king casserole

Chicken a La King Casserole

Not all baked noodle dishes have to be covered with marinara and mozzarella. This creamy chicken and egg noodle casserole is great alternative, and you can even prep the...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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 japanese style fish in parchment paper

Japanese Style Fish In Parchment Paper

Cutting open a steaming packet of wasabi-ginger enhanced salmon with snow peas, and mushrooms gives you dinner and a show.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for slow cooker texas-style barbecued chicken

Slow Cooker Texas-Style Barbecued Chicken

Chicken legs are slow cooked in a spiced, smoky barbecue sauce. You can use other chicken pieces as well, just adjust the cooking time as needed if using white...

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for baked italian subs

Baked Italian Subs

Oven baked sub sandwiches made with salami, turkey, ham, provolone cheese, tomato, and onion.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for blender meatloaf

Blender Meatloaf

The blender helps finely chop the vegetables for this meatloaf resulting in a smoother texture. Serve this meatloaf plain, with a sauce, or turn into meatloaf sandwiches (our...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for charleston chicken

Charleston Chicken

Browned chicken is smothered in a creamy sauce made with fresh mushrooms and Canadian bacon.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for basic sloppy joes from scratch

Basic Sloppy Joes From Scratch

Making sloppy joes from scratch is a breeze and tastes so much better than using a canned sauce like Manwich. If you prefer a less sweet sauce, omit the brown sugar.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for 2 alarm chili

2 Alarm Chili

This chili with ground beef, tomato sauce, and a load of spices is for the no-bean chili purists out there. Why go two-alarm? Because the only thing better than chili on a cold day is...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for easy leftover turkey casserole

Easy Leftover Turkey Casserole

Got a plan for those turkey leftovers? Try this easy no-fuss casserole recipe that can use up turkey, veggies, and stuffing all in one recipe.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for pan-fried meatloaf in tricolor peppers

Pan-Fried Meatloaf In Tricolor Peppers

A new twist on stuffed peppers! In this version, bell pepper rings are filled with a tasty meatloaf mixture, browned in a pan, then baked until cooked through.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for double decker pizza

Double Decker Pizza

Sausage, cheese, mushrooms, and bell peppers are nestled between two pizza crusts before baking. The ultimate in pizza!

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for copycat applebee's chicken fajitas

Copycat Applebee's Chicken Fajitas

These fajitas are totally fool-proof! Grilled or baked chicken breast with peppers and onions, sour cream and salsa is a quick and easy weeknight option that leaves...

Method:   microwave, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat carrabba's chicken bryan

Copycat Carrabba's Chicken Bryan

Made with yellow onion, white wine, lemon juice, butter, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, kosher salt, white pepper, chicken breast halves

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
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 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 slow cooker bbq chicken for sandwiches

Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken For Sandwiches

Looking for a simple and delicious way to make BBQ chicken for sandwiches? Try this recipe for crock pot chicken, cooked in a savory and sweet BBQ sauce until...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for skillet chicken dinner

Skillet Chicken Dinner

Get your meat and potatoes all together in this skillet. A dash of brandy with fresh thyme brings tremendous flavor to the dish. Just throw together a simple salad and you've got...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for slow cooker pulled pork sandwiches

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sandwiches

Slow cooked pork in a homemade barbecue sauce topped with creamy slaw on a soft roll. Perfect for serving a hungry crowd while you stay stress-free.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for zesty italian slow cooker barbecue meatballs

Zesty Italian Slow Cooker Barbecue Meatballs

These zesty Italian barbecue meatballs are the perfect addition to any party or gathering. They're easy to make and are cooked in a slow cooker, making them...

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

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 bluefish with beer batter

Bluefish With Beer Batter

Have your own fish fry! You can substitute cod or another white fish for the bluefish if desired.

Method:   deep fryer
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 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 boursin chicken pizza

Boursin Chicken Pizza

Oh man, have you ever tried pizza made with creamy boursin? It's a game changer. Chopped fresh herbs and a drizzle of olive oil compliment the creamy cheese and keep the pizza...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for wendy's chili

Wendy's Chili

Wendy's has one of the most famous bowls of chili in the business, and now it's yours. Tomato juice, red beans and heaps of spices help turn some ground beef into a total classic.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker busy day roast chicken

Slow Cooker Busy Day Roast Chicken

Classic roast chicken made easy in the crock pot. A great way to keep the chicken extra tender since the crock pot locks in the steam.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for microwave mini pizzas

Microwave Mini Pizzas

The perfect recipe to satisfy your pizza cravings. Make these mini pizzas as a quick snack or appetizer.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for easy baked tofu

Easy Baked Tofu

Tofu is often misunderstood so many don't know how great baked tofu can really be. Squeeze out as much liquid as you can before baking to ensure that the soy-infused slices come out...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 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 copycat burrito brothers big-beef burrito

Copycat Burrito Brothers Big-Beef Burrito

Burrito Brothers started in the 1960s in California, serving only tacos, quesadillas, and their soon-to-be-famous Big-Beef burrito.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 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 homemade hot pockets

Homemade Hot Pockets

The best thing about this hot pockets copycat recipe is that you can use your favorite fillings. The flavor combinations are endless.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for crispy chicken sandwich with homemade ranch dressing

Crispy Chicken Sandwich With Homemade Ranch Dressing

Chik-fil-who? This crispy chicken sandwich will have you ditching the drive through in no time.

Method:   deep fryer, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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 pressure cooker hawaiian pork

Pressure Cooker Hawaiian Pork

Pork and pineapple isn't just for pizza, it's an excellent combo of island flavors over rice, too. Pork and onions quickly pressure-cooked will have you dreaming of a...

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for southeast asian grilled monkey balls (thai meatballs)

Southeast Asian Grilled Monkey Balls (Thai Meatballs)

Relax, relax, it's just pork and chicken. Still though, anyone you serve these grilled meatballs to will go bananas for the recipe.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pork adobo

Pork Adobo

Pork adobo is a popular Filipino dish. This simple dish consists of pork that has been braised in a mixture of soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and other spices.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

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 pressure cooker shredded beef sloppy joes

Pressure Cooker Shredded Beef Sloppy Joes

Sloppy Joes never go out of style for feeding a crowd. This pressure cooker recipe makes a bun-ready Joe that you can make ahead of time so you can enjoy the...

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   1-2 hours

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 copycat maid-rite pork tenderloin sandwiches

Copycat Maid-Rite Pork Tenderloin Sandwiches

This is one serious pork tenderloin sandwich. Butterflied pork marinated and fried with a crispy panko crust makes a delightful sandwich.

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   2-5 hours





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