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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 ham & pasta skillet

Ham & Pasta Skillet

Made with shell pasta, ham, broccoli cheese soup, milk, brown mustard, broccoli florets, frozen broccoli cuts

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for tejano pork tamale pie

Tejano Pork Tamale Pie

Made with salt, cayenne pepper, chili powder, pork roast, garlic powder, cornmeal, milk, whole kernel corn, diced tomatoes, eggs

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for reuben bake

Reuben Bake

Made with corned beef, rye bread, butter, onion, sour cream, Thousand Island salad dressing, butter or margarine, sauerkraut

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for all-american chicken stew

All-American Chicken Stew

Made with chicken, butter or margarine, water, chicken flavored instant bouillon, chicken bouillon cubes, paprika, poultry seasoning, potatoes, carrots

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for tofu balls

Tofu Balls

Made with water or carrot juice, bell peppers, firm tofu, garlic, onions, wheat germ, bread crumbs, soy sauce, fresh parsley, celery

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

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recipe for parma ham and cheese pizza

Parma Ham And Cheese Pizza

Made with black pepper, Parmesan cheese, prosciutto, olive oil, flour, salt, quick-rise yeast, pesto, plum tomatoes

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for adrian's spicy egg sandwich

Adrian's Spicy Egg Sandwich

Made with onion powder, oregano, eggs, water, soy sauce, hot cayenne pepper sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for meatballs with orzo and zucchini

Meatballs With Orzo And Zucchini

Made with zucchini, meatballs, beef broth, orzo pasta, tomatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for potato-frosted meat loaf

Potato-Frosted Meat Loaf

Made with black pepper, salt, ground beef, beef broth, ketchup, eggs, breadcrumbs, celery, onion, parsley

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for low carb deep-dish pizza

Low Carb Deep-Dish Pizza

Made with mozzarella cheese, tomato sauce, cream cheese, eggs, half and half, Parmesan cheese, oregano, garlic powder, Italian cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for smoked turkey tacos with salsa

Smoked Turkey Tacos With Salsa

Made with water, tomato, corn, red onion, jalapeno, cilantro, lime juice, turkey, garlic

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for pressure cooker california chicken

Pressure Cooker California Chicken

Made with lemon, parsley, chicken broth, chicken, vegetable oil, salt and pepper, rosemary, garlic, white cooking wine

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mexi corn lasagna

Mexi Corn Lasagna

Made with ground beef, corn, tomato sauce, picante sauce, chili powder, cumin, cottage cheese, eggs, Parmesan cheese, oregano

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for wild game ragout

Wild Game Ragout

Made with beer, bourbon, water, oil, venison, elk or moose, onions, garlic, bacon, curry powder, tomato soup

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for grilled scallop tacos with black bean salsa

Grilled Scallop Tacos With Black Bean Salsa

Made with red cabbage, lime juice, orange juice, kosher salt, tomatoes, canned black beans, red onion, cilantro, jalapeno

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for snapper with baby artichokes and blistered cherry tomatoes

Snapper with Baby Artichokes and Blistered Cherry Tomatoes

Made with cherry tomatoes, baby artichokes, lemons, snapper fillets, salt and pepper, oregano, olive oil, vegetable oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for deer enchilada casserole

Deer Enchilada Casserole

Made with ground venison, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, jalapeno pepper, flour tortillas, refried beans, onion

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for beef stew with newcastle brown ale and dumplings

Beef Stew With Newcastle Brown Ale And Dumplings

Made with onions, pancetta or bacon, celery, rosemary, Newcastle Brown ale, water, parsnips, carrots, potatoes, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for pan fried red snapper with coconut crust and lime butter

Pan Fried Red Snapper With Coconut Crust And Lime Butter

Made with coconut, flour, curry powder, ground coriander, cumin, black pepper, salt, egg, olive oil, milk

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for beef stew with mushrooms and white beans

Beef Stew With Mushrooms And White Beans

Made with white beans, boneless beef top sirloin steak, salt, black pepper, olive oil, carrots, onions, cremini or button mushrooms, white wine

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for shrimp pizza

Shrimp Pizza

Made with tomato, green bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, garlic, olive oil, fresh rosemary, pizza crust, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, shrimp

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for stuffed piquillo peppers with charred tomato sauce

Stuffed Piquillo Peppers with Charred Tomato Sauce

Made with water, black pepper, kosher salt, hanger steak or skirt steak, olive oil, onion, garlic, tomato, dried oregano

Method:   stovetop, oven, outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for firecracker shrimp

Firecracker Shrimp

Made with soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, cornstarch, orange peel, red pepper flakes, vegetable oil, garlic, ginger, red bell pepper, snow peas

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for taco fiesta pizza

Taco Fiesta Pizza

Made with tomatoes, sour cream, ground beef, salsa, chili pepper, cumin, pizza crust, cheddar cheese, guacamole

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 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 bang bang chicken

Bang Bang Chicken

Made with MSG, sugar, chicken breasts and thighs, soy sauce, scallions, peppercorns, sesame paste, chili oil, sesame oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for malibu stir fry shrimp

Malibu Stir Fry Shrimp

Made with butter, garlic, shrimp, mushrooms, scallions, red bell pepper, fresh or frozen peas, rum, heavy cream, fresh basil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spicy honey walnut chicken

Spicy Honey Walnut Chicken

Made with onion salt, bread crumbs, chicken breast halves, potatoes, white onion, garlic, olive oil, butter, honey, minced jalapenos

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for korean pizza

Korean Pizza

Made with green onion, crabmeat, cooked pork, tofu, frozen mixed vegetables, bean sprouts, cabbage, canola oil, soy sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for swiss cheese and ham souffle

Swiss Cheese And Ham Souffle

Made with ham, butter, flour, milk, Swiss cheese, fresh chives, Worcestershire sauce, hot pepper sauce, eggs

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for tahitian beef

Tahitian Beef

Made with rice, green peppers, wine vinegar, soy sauce, beef stew meat, oil, pineapple chunks, tomatoes, onion gravy mix

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for hearty bacon wrapped tomato meat loaf

Hearty Bacon Wrapped Tomato Meat Loaf

Made with Accent seasoning, tomato soup, water, sweet onion, green bell pepper, bacon, onion soup mix, garlic, garlic powder

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for cod with herbed white wine lemon sauce

Cod With Herbed White Wine Lemon Sauce

Made with codfish fillets, shallot, white wine, lemon, butter, capers, salt, black pepper, mixed fresh herbs

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for eggplant enchiladas

Eggplant Enchiladas

Made with corn tortillas, butter or margarine, eggplant, garlic, onion, green pepper, diced green chiles, cheddar cheese, enchilada sauce, salt and pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for beanless three meat chili

Beanless Three Meat Chili

Made with cumin, pickled jalapeno pepper, chili powder, olive or vegetable oil, sirloin steak, ground beef, kielbasa sausage or mild Italian sausage, onion, green bell pepper...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for chicken and meatball stew

Chicken And Meatball Stew

Made with chives, ground coriander, thyme, bread crumbs, half and half, oil, flour, salt, chicken thighs, onion

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for basic starter chili

Basic Starter Chili

Made with tomato puree, vegetable juice, oregano, basil, hot chili powder, black pepper, crushed red pepper, salt, cumin, celery

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker chipotle chili mole

Slow Cooker Chipotle Chili Mole

Made with thyme, ground oregano, pinto or black beans, chipotle pepper, baking cocoa, red and green bell pepper, beef broth, brewed coffee, corn tortillas, flour...

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for chicken in a pressure cooker

Chicken In A Pressure Cooker

Made with salt, water, whole fryer, potatoes, carrots, green pepper, onion, Catalina salad dressing, soy sauce

Method:   pressure cooker, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for sun-dried tomato, sausage and fontina pizza

Sun-Dried Tomato, Sausage And Fontina Pizza

Made with Parmesan cheese, sweet Italian sausage, sun-dried tomatoes, pizza shells, oil, Fontina cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for grilled steak panini

Grilled Steak Panini

Made with ranch salad dressing, sourdough or artisan bread, steak, roasted red bell peppers

Method:   stovetop, indoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for cajun fried bass

Cajun Fried Bass

Made with vegetable oil, salt, bass fillets, baking mix, milk, egg, Cajun seasoning, yellow cornmeal

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cheesy steak and potato skillet

Cheesy Steak And Potato Skillet

Made with American-Cheddar cheese blend, boneless beef sirloin steak, seasoned salt, garlic-pepper blend, butter or margarine, frozen bell pepper and onion stir-fry...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pizza mexicana

Pizza Mexicana

Made with refried beans, taco seasoning mix, sour cream, green onion, Cheddar cheese, monterey jack cheese, ripe olives, diced green chiles, salsa, cilantro

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for rock shrimp tacos with fennel and napa cabbage coleslaw

Rock Shrimp Tacos With Fennel And Napa Cabbage Coleslaw

Made with buttermilk, all-purpose flour, sea salt and cracked pepper, smoked paprika, Napa cabbage, Fuji apple, fennel, cilantro

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for low carb shepherd's pie with fauxtato topping

Low Carb Shepherd's Pie With Fauxtato Topping

Made with ground beef, green beans, zucchini, tomato paste, egg, dried basil, salt and pepper, cauliflower

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for low fat shrimp and sausage jambalaya

Low Fat Shrimp And Sausage Jambalaya

Made with dried thyme, butter, onion, green bell pepper, celery, garlic, turkey kielbasa, long-grain rice, whole peeled tomatoes, chicken broth

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for firehouse meatloaf

Firehouse Meatloaf

Made with egg, bread crumbs, pasta sauce, garlic, dried rosemary, sausage, ground beef, provolone or mozzarella cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for cranberry turkey tortilla roll-ups

Cranberry Turkey Tortilla Roll-Ups

Made with cream cheese, salsa, sour cream, flour tortillas, fresh spinach, carrot, turkey, dried cranberries


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for low-carb chicken fajita casserole

Low-Carb Chicken Fajita Casserole

Made with jack cheese, oil, chicken breast, taco seasoning mix, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onions, red & green pepper, salsa

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes





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