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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 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

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 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 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 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

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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 copycat irish rover's unicorn pub shepherd's pie

Copycat Irish Rover's Unicorn Pub Shepherd's Pie

Learn to make the famous Irish Rover's Unicorn Pub shepherd's pie, a hearty dish featuring lean ground beef, diced vegetables, and corn, topped with...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for out of this world low sodium chili

Out of This World Low Sodium Chili

This recipe, rich from cocoa powder and red wine, proves you can go for low sodium and great taste at the same time.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for new york-style hot dogs

New York-Style Hot Dogs

Bring home the taste of the Big Apple. Featuring perfectly grilled hot dogs topped with a sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy onion sauce, this recipe recreates a classic street...

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 fried catfish po' boy

Fried Catfish Po' Boy

Perfectly seasoned and fried catfish is piled on a soft bun with tartar sauce, lettuce, and tomatoes. The perfect fish sandwich for lunch or dinner.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


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 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 pizza sauce

Pizza Sauce

Skip the stuff in a jar and make your own tasty pizza sauce at home. It's easier than you think.

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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 chicken pot pie with fresh herbs

Chicken Pot Pie With Fresh Herbs

If you're looking for something spectacular without canned soups and store-bought crusts, this creamy scratch-made chicken pot pie with fresh veggies and herbs is what...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 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 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 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 hot dog stew

Hot Dog Stew

Think hot dogs are only picnic fare? Let this hearty hot dog stew recipe prove you delightfully wrong.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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 knockwurst in beer

Slow Cooker Knockwurst in Beer

Who doesn't love a dish that practically begs to be simmered to perfection? This one-pot wonder combines hearty knockwurst, tangy sauerkraut, and yes, a delicious pour of...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 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 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 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 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 slow cooker menudo

Slow Cooker Menudo

Learn how to make Mexican menudo in your crock pot. This traditional recipe features tripe, calf's foot, and posole, slow-cooked with onion, garlic, and mild red chile for a hearty...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 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





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