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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 chicken and carambola (star fruit) stir-fry

Chicken And Carambola (Star Fruit) Stir-Fry

Made with chicken breasts, brown sugar, sherry, ginger root, soy sauce, garlic, cornstarch, vegetable oil, red bell pepper, onion

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for beef or venison hash

Beef Or Venison Hash

This hearty hash features a mixture of beef or venison, potatoes, and spices, cooked up in bacon drippings for an extra savory touch.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for turkey chili with cornmeal dumplings

Turkey Chili With Cornmeal Dumplings

Made with chili powder, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, whole tomatoes, red kidney beans, frozen whole kernel corn, tomato paste, all-purpose flour, yellow...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for cajun chicken casserole

Cajun Chicken Casserole

Made with eggs, chicken breasts, bell pepper, onion, diced tomatoes, cream of chicken soup, biscuit baking mix, Cajun or Creole seasoning, milk

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for artichoke, shrimp, and roasted red pepper pizza

Artichoke, Shrimp, And Roasted Red Pepper Pizza

Made with Parmesan cheese, pizza crust, artichoke heart, shrimp, pizza sauce, roasted red pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for turkey crunch casserole

Turkey Crunch Casserole

Made with chow mein noodles, milk, turkey, mushrooms, celery, onion, green bell pepper, poultry seasoning, cream of mushroom soup

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for guinness shepherd's pie

Guinness Shepherd's Pie

Made with brown sugar, Guinness stout, beef consomme, olive oil, salt and pepper, chuck steak, onions, mashed potatoes, white wine, Parmesan cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for spam skillet casserole

Spam Skillet Casserole

Made with potatoes, Spam luncheon meat, carrots, onions, celery, garlic, flour, black pepper, dried thyme, green beans

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for poor boy, submarine or hero sandwich

Poor Boy, Submarine Or Hero Sandwich

Made with tomato, French bread, butter, salami, Swiss cheese, boiled ham


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for breaded pork cutlets (pork schnitzel)

Breaded Pork Cutlets (Pork Schnitzel)

Made with fresh parsley, lemon, bread, flour, eggs, pork tenderloin, vegetable oil, salt and ground black pepper

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spicy chicken sausage tacos

Spicy Chicken Sausage Tacos

Picture this: you and your friends, with scrumptious spicy chicken sausage tacos, kicking off a fun night in.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for wagon wheel stew

Wagon Wheel Stew

Made with flour, seasoned salt, stew beef, garlic, oil, beef broth, diced tomatoes with juice, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, onions

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for texas tommies

Texas Tommies

Made with relish, onions, mustard, ketchup, hot dog buns, hot dogs, white American cheese, bacon

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for kentucky burgoo

Kentucky Burgoo

Made with celery, tomatoes, carrots, frozen butter beans, green bell peppers, crushed red pepper, black pepper, onion, cloves, bay leaf

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for south african meat loaf

South African Meat Loaf

Made with curry powder, ground meat, bread, vinegar, apple, egg, onions, salt, black pepper, raisins

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for deep dish mexican pizza

Deep Dish Mexican Pizza

Made with onion, chili powder, cumin, ground cinnamon, black beans, green chiles, cornmeal, monterey jack cheese, tomatoes, frozen whole kernel corn

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for rosemary chicken breast sandwiches

Rosemary Chicken Breast Sandwiches

Made with bread, fresh parsley, canola oil, beer, lemon juice, garlic, black pepper, cayenne pepper

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for broccoli, onion, squash, and bell pepper pizza

Broccoli, Onion, Squash, and Bell Pepper Pizza

Made with dried oregano, red bell pepper, olive oil, garlic, pizza crust, mozzarella cheese, broccoli flowerets, red onion, yellow squash

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for welsh rarebit pub-style burgers

Welsh Rarebit Pub-Style Burgers

Made with ground beef, Cheddar cheese soup, Worcestershire sauce, water, prepared mustard, English muffins

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for impossible blt pie

Impossible BLT Pie

Made with lettuce and sliced tomatoes, baking mix, eggs, bacon, Swiss cheese, milk, salt, black pepper, mayonnaise

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for chicken adobo with coconut milk

Chicken Adobo with Coconut Milk

Made with water, vinegar, coconut milk, black peppercorns, garlic, annatto seeds, oil, bay leaves, fish sauce, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for new mexican breakfast burritos

New Mexican Breakfast Burritos

Made with tomato salsa, Colby, jack or cheddar cheese, flour tortillas, breakfast sausage, boiling potatoes, onion powder, salt and freshly ground black pepper, eggs

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for deluxe onion meatball subs with two sauces

Deluxe Onion Meatball Subs With Two Sauces

Made with Parmesan cheese, ground beef, French-fried onions, seasoned bread crumbs, eggs, salt, black pepper, beef gravy, prepared horseradish, spaghetti...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for italian sausage and rice casserole

Italian Sausage and Rice Casserole

Made with chicken broth, converted rice, Italian sausage, celery, onion, green bell pepper, almonds

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for wheat berry stew

Wheat Berry Stew

Made with green bell peppers, black pepper, marinara sauce, Great Northern beans, wheat berries, potatoes, onion, garlic, ground cumin, ground turmeric

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker italian ground turkey sandwiches

Slow Cooker Italian Ground Turkey Sandwiches

Made with mozzarella cheese, French rolls, ground turkey, onion, garlic, spaghetti sauce, tomato paste, ripe olives

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


recipe for hot dog breakfast burrito

Hot Dog Breakfast Burrito

Made with tortilla, egg, butter, milk, hot dog, cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for ravioli and salmon with dilled alfredo sauce

Ravioli And Salmon With Dilled Alfredo Sauce

Made with capers, salmon fillet, fresh dill, salt, cheese filled ravioli, frozen asparagus spears, carrots, Alfredo sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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 cheesy chicken noodle bake

Cheesy Chicken Noodle Bake

Made with black pepper, chicken broth, chunk chicken, egg noodles, Colby-Jack Cheese, poultry seasoning, salt

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for thick and spicy chili

Thick and Spicy Chili

Made with beer, tomato sauce, water, chili powder, cumin, beef bouillon granules, oregano, paprika, sugar, cocoa powder

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for tofu vegetable lasagna

Tofu Vegetable Lasagna

Made with firm tofu, mozzarella cheese, no cook lasagna noodles, garlic, dried basil, dried Italian seasoning, salt, chopped frozen spinach, carrot, pasta sauce

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 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 phyllo turkey puffs

Phyllo Turkey Puffs

Made with turkey, butter or margarine, flour, chicken broth, milk, eggs, Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, black pepper, nutmeg

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for slow cooker brunswick stew

Slow Cooker Brunswick Stew

Made with onion, whole kernel corn, creamed corn, bbq pork, bbq beef, boneless chicken chunks, tomatoes

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

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 lamb and barley stew

Lamb and Barley Stew

Made with herbs, lamb, bacon, flour, butter, onions, carrots, rutabaga, celery, pearl barley

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for spicy chicken with black bean puree

Spicy Chicken With Black Bean Puree

Made with fresh cilantro, cumin, ground red pepper, chicken breast halves, fajita seasoning, onion, olive oil, garlic, black beans, diced tomatoes and green chilies

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for citrus fish with falafel coating

Citrus Fish with Falafel Coating

Made with orange juice, lemon or lime juice, garlic, cilantro chutney or pesto, cilantro, falafel mix, egg, buttermilk, olive oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for stove-top barbecue chicken

Stove-Top Barbecue Chicken

Try this easy stove-top barbecue chicken, where juicy shredded chicken and zesty tomatillo salsa merge to create a delightful and simple dinner option.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for brined turkey

Brined Turkey

Made with water, garlic powder, thyme, turkey, chicken broth, coarse salt or sea salt, sage, rosemary

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for bulls eye sandwich

Bulls Eye Sandwich

Made with cucumber, tomato, black pepper, white bread, Dijon mustard, sharp Cheddar cheese, butter, egg, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for oven-baked chicken boti kebabs

Oven-Baked Chicken Boti Kebabs

Made with saffron threads, plain yogurt, ground cumin, water, black pepper, salt, boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, garlic, ginger root, serrano pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for greek subs

Greek Subs

Made with dried oregano, vinaigrette salad dressing, feta cheese, sub rolls, green leaf lettuce, roast beef, tomatoes, pepperoncini, Greek black olives


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cafe brenda's nut and veggie burger

Cafe Brenda's Nut and Veggie Burger

Made with walnuts or pecans, celery, carrot, onion, garlic, oil, egg whites, soy sauce, tomato paste, dried oregano

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for grilled fish with veracruz sauce

Grilled Fish With Veracruz Sauce

Made with fish fillet, vegetable oil, garlic, onion, tomato, green olives, salt, black pepper

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for pork in orange and annatto marinade

Pork In Orange And Annatto Marinade

Made with fresh banana leaves, pork butt or shoulder, Annatto or achiote paste, orange juice, garlic, cider vinegar, cumin, salt, black pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for rabbit stew with red wine

Rabbit Stew With Red Wine

Made with carrots, celery, turnip, fresh rosemary, fresh thyme, bay leaf, red wine, chicken stock, pearl onions, sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for pork sui mai

Pork Sui Mai

Made with fresh mushrooms, boneless lean pork, green onion, water chestnuts, bamboo shoots, fresh cilantro, soy sauce, fresh ginger, cornstarch, egg white

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours





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