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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 barbecued turkey legs

Barbecued Turkey Legs

Made with instant minced onion, turkey drumsticks, salt and pepper, ketchup, molasses, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, hickory smoked salt

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for barley potato and amaranth stew

Barley Potato And Amaranth Stew

Made with water, barley, potato, amaranth, onion, frozen corn, garlic powder, fresh parsley, dried oregano, dried marjoram

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker basque lamb stew

Slow Cooker Basque Lamb Stew

Made with onions, garlic, carrots, turnips, thyme, black pepper, rosemary, chicken stock, all-purpose flour

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for layered tortilla casserole

Layered Tortilla Casserole

Made with green onions, cheese, tortillas, refried beans, chicken breast strips or ground beef, salsa, frozen corn

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chicken korma in a coconut and saffron sauce

Chicken Korma in a Coconut and Saffron Sauce

Made with Spanish saffron, milk, coconut milk, cream, ginger, garlic, chicken stock, fresh coriander, salt, ground turmeric

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for chicken deli casserole

Chicken Deli Casserole

Made with fresh parsley, Swiss cheese, prepared mustard, sauerkraut, Russian salad dressing, boned and skinned chicken breast halves

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for guacamole steak sandwich

Guacamole Steak Sandwich

Made with romaine lettuce, guacamole, garlic salt, onion, bell pepper, stew meat, French sandwich rolls, butter

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for crab enchiladas with chipotle cream sauce

Crab Enchiladas with Chipotle Cream Sauce

Made with crabmeat, fresh chives, black pepper, tortillas, dried chipotle chiles, shallot, garlic, butter

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for portobello sandwich

Portobello Sandwich

Made with sun-dried tomatoes, sourdough bread, red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, black pepper, portobello mushroom, romaine lettuce

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for shortcut italian chicken shepherd's pie

Shortcut Italian Chicken Shepherd's Pie

Made with Parmesan cheese, mashed potatoes, onion, green bell pepper, garlic, olive oil, Italian-style stewed tomatoes, cooked chicken

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for lamb shepherd's pie

Lamb Shepherd's Pie

Made with ground lamb, potatoes, garlic powder, salt and pepper, onion, carrots, Cheddar cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for fish fillets with lemon sauce

Fish Fillets with Lemon Sauce

Made with spring onion, sour cream, flour, firm white fish, garlic, butter, water, lemon juice, lemon, dried thyme

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for tofu & cashew chow mein

Tofu & Cashew Chow Mein

Made with wheat noodles, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, water, canola or peanut oil, tofu, carrot, broccoli florets

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker beef and pork chili

Slow Cooker Beef and Pork Chili

Made with cheddar cheese, sour cream, beef round steak, pork shoulder steak, onion, garlic, tomato sauce, salsa, Mexican seasoning, green bell pepper

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for slow cooker beer sausages

Slow Cooker Beer Sausages

Made with beer, smoked sausage

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker broccoli rice and chicken

Slow Cooker Broccoli Rice and Chicken

Give your crock pot a workout with this easy broccoli rice and chicken recipe. Combining boneless chicken, rice, and a creamy soup mix, it's a great pick for a...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker beef barley stew

Slow Cooker Beef Barley Stew

Made with onion, vegetable oil, water, tomato sauce, carrots, celery, salt, dried oregano, paprika, black pepper

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for slow cooker vegetable paella

Slow Cooker Vegetable Paella

Made with frozen chopped spinach, white rice, vegetable stock, green bell pepper, roasted red bell peppers, onion, garlic, saffron threads, black pepper, salt

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for xacuti - chicken with a roasted coconut sauce

Xacuti - Chicken with a Roasted Coconut Sauce

Made with nutmeg, white poppy seeds, vegetable oil, onion, ginger root, garlic, salt, chicken pieces, lemon juice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for hearty bean and pasta stew

Hearty Bean And Pasta Stew

Made with onion, green bell pepper, fresh basil, dried basil, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, kidney beans, garbanzo beans, chicken broth

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for slow cooker cran-orange turkey roll

Slow Cooker Cran-Orange Turkey Roll

Made with salt and pepper, frozen turkey roll, sugar, cornstarch, orange marmalade, fresh cranberries

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for dump sticky chicken

Dump Sticky Chicken

Made with chicken, oil, soy sauce, peanut butter, ketchup

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker french dressing beef and potato stew

Slow Cooker French Dressing Beef And Potato Stew

Made with mushrooms, petite peas, stew meat, potatoes, onions, green bell peppers, French salad dressing, red wine

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for mixed seafood casserole

Mixed Seafood Casserole

Made with plum tomatoes, garlic, shallots, olive oil, tiger shrimp, scallops, mussels, clams, white wine, red potatoes

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker italian chicken stew

Slow Cooker Italian Chicken Stew

Made with salt, red pepper flakes, sugar, zucchini, pearl onions, baby carrots, boneless skinless chicken thighs, tomatoes, tomato paste, garlic

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker italian tortellini stew

Slow Cooker Italian Tortellini Stew

Made with cheese-filled tortellini, black pepper, salt, onion, zucchini, chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, Great Northern beans, dried basil

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for slow cooker lamb turnip stew

Slow Cooker Lamb Turnip Stew

Made with beef stock, carrots, turnips, frozen small onions, mushrooms, lamb shoulder, vegetable oil, flour, ketchup or chili sauce, Worcestershire sauce

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for slow cooker complete meal in one casserole

Slow Cooker Complete Meal in One Casserole

Made with ground beef, onion, bell pepper, whole kernel corn, mushrooms, black pepper, salt, salsa, medium egg noodles, diced tomatoes

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

recipe for slow cooker sweet and sour kielbasa

Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Kielbasa

Made with white vinegar, brown mustard, kielbasa links, molasses, apple jelly

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for slow cooker vegetarian zucchini carrot chili

Slow Cooker Vegetarian Zucchini Carrot Chili

Made with tomatoes, picante sauce, cumin, zucchini, carrots, green bell pepper, garlic, garbanzo beans, chili beans, black olives

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

recipe for slow cooker turkey meatballs in cranberry barbecue sauce

Slow Cooker Turkey Meatballs In Cranberry Barbecue Sauce

Made with ground red pepper, black pepper, soy sauce, cranberry sauce, barbecue sauce, egg white, ground turkey, green onion, orange peel

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

recipe for slow cooker tuna cauliflower casserole

Slow Cooker Tuna Cauliflower Casserole

Made with water-packed tuna, chicken broth, frozen cauliflower, elbow macaroni, onion, green bell pepper, mushrooms

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for hot meatballs on a crusty bun

Hot Meatballs on a Crusty Bun

Made with onion, egg, parsley, salt, dried basil, dried oregano, black pepper, olive or vegetable oil, spaghetti sauce, mozzarella cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker ground beef chili with cornmeal dumplings

Slow Cooker Ground Beef Chili With Cornmeal Dumplings

Made with enchilada sauce, tomato sauce, black olives, chili powder, dried oregano, salt, cumin, water, yellow cornmeal, cheddar cheese

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for basque paella

Basque Paella

Made with chicken, basmati rice, water, onion, garlic, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, tomato, red snapper fillet, chicken stock

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for spicy chili seasoning mix

Spicy Chili Seasoning Mix

Made with garlic powder, vegetable oil, ground beef, onion, tomatoes, chili beans, round steak, cayenne pepper, dried oregano


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spicy shrimp stir fry

Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry

Made with chicken stock, soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, hoisin sauce, Tabasco sauce, peanut oil, garlic, fresh ginger, shrimp

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for upstate spedies

Upstate Spedies

Made with olive oil, dry red wine, red wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar, fresh mint, salt, black pepper, garlic, lemon juice, dried basil, crushed rosemary

Method:   outdoor grill
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 southern style stewed doves

Southern Style Stewed Doves

Made with doves, salt, black pepper, flour, milk

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker sweet bean chili

Slow Cooker Sweet Bean Chili

Made with onion, bacon, baked beans, red kidney beans, ketchup, molasses, brown sugar, dry mustard, vinegar, ground beef

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


recipe for koosa (stuffed squash)

Koosa (Stuffed Squash)

Made with water, salt, ground lamb, allspice, zucchini, rice, tomato sauce, tomatoes, cinnamon, pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for haslet

Haslet

Made with salt and black pepper, sage, white bread, milk or water, lean pork, onion

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for peruano beans with chorizo, shrimp and chipotle peppers

Peruano Beans with Chorizo, Shrimp and Chipotle Peppers

Made with cilantro, shrimp, Peruano beans, chorizo sausage, corn or vegetable oil, yellow onion, garlic, sweet corn, Roma tomatoes, chipotle...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for turducken

Turducken

Made with turkey, duckling, chicken, sausage stuffing, salt, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, dried thyme

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for pambazos michoacanos (michocacam-style sandwiches)

Pambazos Michoacanos (Michocacam-Style Sandwiches)

Made with cider vinegar, red cabbage, canola oil, guajillo chiles, garlic, potatoes, yellow onion, Mexican chorizo, salt, pambazos, teleras, or...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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 southern style baked ham with red-eye gravy

Southern Style Baked Ham with Red-Eye Gravy

Made with coffee, ham, flour

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for las manitas fajitas

Las Manitas Fajitas

Made with lime juice, fajita meat, onions, garlic, black pepper

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for polenta and black bean casserole

Polenta And Black Bean Casserole

Made with Monterey Jack cheese, golden hominy, fresh cilantro, green chilies, salsa verde, garlic, cumin, polenta, whipping cream, black beans

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes





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