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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 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 low carb pizza

Low Carb Pizza

Made with ground beef, sausage, bacon, cheese, pepperoni, pizza sauce

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for baked chicken burgers

Baked Chicken Burgers

Made with mayonnaise, hamburger buns, black pepper, chicken, onion, celery, salt, processed cheese product

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for grilled santa fe chicken burgers

Grilled Santa Fe Chicken Burgers

Grilled to perfection with a Santa Fe flair, these chicken burgers are the perfect way to add some spice to your healthy eats.

Method:   indoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for baked bean tacos

Baked Bean Tacos

Made with taco toppings, vegetarian baked beans, taco seasoning mix, taco shells

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for beef fajita wraps

Beef Fajita Wraps

Made with taco sauce, sour cream, skirt steak, green bell pepper, red onion, mexican rice, flour tortillas

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for brown sugar meatloaf

Brown Sugar Meatloaf

Made with ground beef, ground pork, eggs, brown sugar, yellow mustard, ketchup, onion and garlic powder, oatmeal, red devil sauce

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for caribbean jerk turkey with rice and peas

Caribbean Jerk Turkey with Rice and Peas

Made with cayenne pepper, black pepper, ground sage, nutmeg, cinnamon, salt, garlic, soy sauce, red wine vinegar, orange juice

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for tofu lasagne (low carb)

Tofu Lasagne (Low Carb)

Made with ground beef, pork Italian sausage, onion, garlic, Alfredo sauce, mushrooms, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes, frozen chopped spinach, fresh basil

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for easy chicken paprikash

Easy Chicken Paprikash

Made with noodles, bay leaf, paprika, onion, whole chicken breasts, shortening, tomato soup, sour cream, sliced mushrooms

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for blackened salmon

Blackened Salmon

Made with parsley, lemon, salmon fillets, butter or margarine, lemon juice, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, dried thyme

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for arni kapana (lamb stew)

Arni Kapana (Lamb Stew)

Made with sugar, lamb, lemon, tomatoes, butter, salt, black pepper, cinnamon stick

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for eggplant stew

Eggplant Stew

Made with salt, paprika, cayenne pepper, olive oil, onions, green bell peppers, tomatoes, eggplant

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for eva's chicken paprikash and dumplings

Eva's Chicken Paprikash and Dumplings

Made with frying chicken, shortening, black pepper and salt, hungarian paprika, onion, tomato puree, garlic, salt, chicken stock

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for exotic lamb stew

Exotic Lamb Stew

Made with sea salt, black pepper, onions, olive oil, fresh ginger, tomato paste, coconut milk, white wine, fresh basil

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

recipe for doughboys

Doughboys

Made with hot dog, flour, baking powder, shortening, salt, water

Method:   campfire
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for beef stir-fry using ramen noodles

Beef Stir-Fry Using Ramen Noodles

Made with crushed red pepper, soy sauce, onion, beef flank steak, Ramen noodles, water, mushrooms, cornstarch, broccoli

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for pressure cooker chicken paprika

Pressure Cooker Chicken Paprika

Made with sour cream, water, chicken, salt, black pepper, paprika, flour, oil, chicken bouillon cubes

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for grilled red snapper in a spicy citrus sauce

Grilled Red Snapper In A Spicy Citrus Sauce

Made with salt, red snapper fillets, garlic, black pepper, grapefruit juice, orange juice, olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, hot pepper sauce

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for maple-balsamic glazed salmon

Maple-Balsamic Glazed Salmon

Made with salmon fillet, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, pancake syrup, garlic, salt

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for pot roasted chicken and vegetables

Pot Roasted Chicken And Vegetables

Made with cornstarch, salt and pepper, chicken, butter, olive oil, chicken broth, carrot, onion, garlic, tarragon

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for kielbasa on a skewer

Kielbasa on a Skewer

Made with wooden skewers, kielbasa, zucchini, onion, red bell pepper, Italian salad dressing

Method:   indoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for stir-fried tuna

Stir-Fried Tuna

Made with snow peas or China peas, celery, water chestnuts, whole dry roasted cashews, salad oil, cornstarch, sugar, water, soy sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for fish veracruz

Fish Veracruz

Made with vegetable oil, onion, green bell pepper, garlic, white wine, salsa, tomato sauce, pickled jalapeno, ripe olives

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for beef and broccoli stir-fry

Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Made with soy sauce, brown sugar, sherry, sesame oil, garlic, dry ginger, broccoli, peanut or vegetable oil, pea pods

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for tejas smoked shrimp enchilada with red pepper cream barbeque sauce

Tejas Smoked Shrimp Enchilada With Red Pepper Cream Barbeque Sauce

Made with raspberry vinegar, brown sugar, ketchup, heavy whipping cream, red bell pepper, sour cream, salt and pepper, sun-dried...

Method:   stovetop, smoker
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for slow cooker cheddar cheese meat loaf

Slow Cooker Cheddar Cheese Meat Loaf

Made with cheddar cheese, ground beef, black pepper, salt, cheese crackers, onion, green bell pepper, chili sauce, milk, eggs

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for barbecued turkey wings

Barbecued Turkey Wings

Made with barbecue sauce, turkey wings, dry rub blend, olive oil

Method:   outdoor grill, oven
Time:   1-2 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 slow cooker kielbasa in spaghetti sauce

Slow Cooker Kielbasa In Spaghetti Sauce

Made with spaghetti sauce, kielbasa

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for tagliatelle pasta with asparagus and gorgonzola sauce

Tagliatelle Pasta with Asparagus and Gorgonzola Sauce

Made with black pepper, Gorgonzola cheese, garlic, tagliatelle or fettucini pasta, asparagus, olive oil, green onions, fresh parsley

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker combo beef and turkey meatball sandwiches

Slow Cooker Combo Beef And Turkey Meatball Sandwiches

Made with garlic, garlic powder, onion, ground beef, ground turkey, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, tomato sauce, red wine vinegar

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for slow cooker raspberry glazed turkey meat balls

Slow Cooker Raspberry Glazed Turkey Meat Balls

Made with egg, raspberry fruit spread or preserves, raspberry vinegar, chili sauce, cardamom, salt, black pepper, ground turkey, quick-cooking oats, onion

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker savory apple-spiced pulled pork

Slow Cooker Savory Apple-Spiced Pulled Pork

Made with apple juice, black pepper, boneless boston pork shoulder roast, onion, garlic, white vinegar, cilantro, dried oregano, cumin, kosher salt

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for tender slow cooker meatballs in mushroom gravy

Tender Slow Cooker Meatballs in Mushroom Gravy

Made with water, ground beef, bread, salt, black pepper, onion, cream of mushroom soup

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for slow cooker vegetarian bean and brown rice stew

Slow Cooker Vegetarian Bean And Brown Rice Stew

Made with ground cumin, chili powder, kidney beans, olive oil, onion, garlic, green bell pepper, green cabbage, potatoes, tomatoes

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for meatloaf cake

Meatloaf Cake

Made with parsley, ground beef, onion, bread crumbs, ketchup, eggs, salt, black pepper, mashed potatoes, cherry tomatoes

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for grilled fish tacos with cilantro slaw

Grilled Fish Tacos with Cilantro Slaw

Made with red cabbage, green cabbage, sour cream, salsa, corn tortilla, lime juice, oil, sugar, cumin seeds

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for fried peanut butter toast

Fried Peanut Butter Toast

Think of this like a reverse grilled peanut butter sandwich. The peanut butter is on the outside of the bread instead of inside.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for super peanut butter and jelly sandwich

Super Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich

At first glance this may seem like your run of the mill PB&J, but what sets it apart is the toasty layer in the middle. One bite and you'll be wishing you...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for super sandwich cake

Super Sandwich Cake

Made with ketchup, cream cheese, white bread, Italian salad dressing, bologna, American cheese


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for undercover fish sticks

Undercover Fish Sticks

Made with refrigerated crescent rolls, frozen breaded fish sticks, butter, tartar sauce

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for a different chicken pot pie

A Different Chicken Pot Pie

Made with butter, onion, green bell pepper, green chiles, garlic, cumin seeds, ground coriander, cider vinegar, shredded cooked chicken, brown sugar

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for grilled fish and mango citrus salsa

Grilled Fish and Mango Citrus Salsa

Made with black pepper, olive oil, grapefruit, mangoes, red grapefruit, mango, jalapeno pepper, sugar, sea salt

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for hard chargin' blue cheese stampede

Hard Chargin' Blue Cheese Stampede

Made with ground beef, onion, Tabasco sauce, honey, garlic salt, red pepper flakes, black pepper, blue cheese, hamburger buns, roasted red peppers

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 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 honey glazed bratwurst with cabbage and roasted walnuts

Honey Glazed Bratwurst with Cabbage and Roasted Walnuts

Made with cider vinegar, peppercorns, bratwurst, honey, thyme, Dijon mustard, walnuts, butter, cabbage, salt

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for black bean and cheese enchiladas

Black Bean And Cheese Enchiladas

Made with black beans, whole wheat tortillas, vegetable oil, green onions, garlic, tomatillos, green chiles, fresh cilantro, dried oregano, chicken broth

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for black bean and chicken burritos

Black Bean and Chicken Burritos

Made with onion, garlic, cooked chicken, salsa, water, black beans, lime juice, salt, fresh cilantro, flour tortillas

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for swedish meatloaf

Swedish Meatloaf

Made with salt, oatmeal, milk, eggs, ground beef, onion, margarine, garlic powder, nutmeg, sage

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours





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