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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 lions-club-type bbq chicken

Lions-Club-Type BBQ Chicken

Simple is the solution for this BBQ chicken. Chicken halves are marinated and basted with a zesty sauce while grilling.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for applesauce meatballs

Applesauce Meatballs

Looking for tender meatballs? Applesauce is the secret ingredient that keeps these meatballs soft. Simmering them in the tangy sauce gives them extra flavor.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chicken tortellini casserole

Chicken Tortellini Casserole

Tortellini is baked with chicken, mushrooms, and Monterey Jack cheese

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for alice springs chicken casserole

Alice Springs Chicken Casserole

Made with chicken stock, Cheddar cheese, Mozzarella cheese, boneless skinless chicken breast halves, sage, thyme, onion powder, mushrooms, Canadian bacon, Alfredo sauce

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for irish whiskey lamb stew

Irish Whiskey Lamb Stew

Forget the pot of gold; this Irish Whiskey lamb stew is where the real treasure's at. Lamb, whiskey, and a bit of culinary magic. Cheers to that!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

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recipe for slow cooker kentucky burgoo

Slow Cooker Kentucky Burgoo

This hearty slow cooker stew is made with a combination of beef, pork, and chicken.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for slow cooker round steak chili

Slow Cooker Round Steak Chili

It can be tough to stand out amongst other chili recipes, but using round steak instead of ground beef is a good way to do it.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for cheddar chicken spirals

Cheddar Chicken Spirals

Use up leftover cooked chicken in this simple casserole dish made with spiral pasta, mayo, mixed veggies, and cheddar cheese.

Method:   microwave, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


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 chicken, moroccan style

Chicken, Moroccan Style

Made with vegetable oil, onions, broiler-fryer chicken, tomato sauce, water, carrots, salt, chili powder, bulgur or instant barley, sweet potatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for soft italian meatballs

Soft Italian Meatballs

Want to know the secret to making soft, delicious meatballs? Try this recipe for Italian-style meatballs that turns out perfect every time.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for perfect bacon wrapped meatloaf with brown sugar-ketchup glaze

Perfect Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf With Brown Sugar-Ketchup Glaze

Super moist and savory meatloaf glazed with just the right amount of sweetness and tanginess.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for paella con conejo (rabbit paella)

Paella Con Conejo (Rabbit Paella)

This paella combines chicken thighs and rabbit in a rich, meaty skillet. Saffron, rosemary, and Spanish paprika provide wonderful flavor to complement the meats.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for easy slow cooker beer and ketchup meatballs

Easy Slow Cooker Beer And Ketchup Meatballs

Simply seasoned meatballs are simmered in a beer and ketchup sauce in the crock pot until tender and saucy.

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


recipe for copycat california pizza kitchen's thai chicken pizza

Copycat California Pizza Kitchen's Thai Chicken Pizza

This copycat CPK pizza brings the Thai flavor with a spicy peanut sauce, shredded carrots and cilantro. If you're up for a delicious kitchen...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for balti butter chicken

Balti Butter Chicken

Made with chili powder, bay leaves, ground cloves, ground cinnamon, garam masala, cardamom pods, ginger, garlic, tomatoes, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for curried egg sandwiches

Curried Egg Sandwiches

Hard boiled eggs with mayo, salt and pepper form a classic egg salad spread and curry powder adds a flavorful flair.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for easy chicken stir-fry teriyaki

Easy Chicken Stir-Fry Teriyaki

A great way to use up leftover chicken, this tasty dinner is ready in mere minutes and with easy to prepare ingredients.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker breakfast burritos

Slow Cooker Breakfast Burritos

Slow-cooked tomato, onion, and ham mixed with Monterey jack and cheddar is a marvelous mix for early morning tortillas.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker meatball sub sandwich

Slow Cooker Meatball Sub Sandwich

Take an easy classic and make it even easier with a slow cooker! Meatballs and pasta sauce in the crock pot, thrown on toasted buns with a bit of melty mozzarella.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for fiesta slow cooker sausage with pineapple

Fiesta Slow Cooker Sausage With Pineapple

Grab a fork and get ready to enjoy a burst of flavor in every bite with this unique twist on dinner that blends savory sausage and sweet pineapple beautifully.

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

recipe for pizza meatloaf

Pizza Meatloaf

Made with pizza sauce, egg, seasoned salt, onion powder, oregano, black pepper, green bell pepper, cornflakes, ground beef, Mozzarella cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker ropa vieja

Slow Cooker Ropa Vieja

A classic Cuban dish, made easy thanks to your crockpot. Slow cooked, well-seasoned skirt steak brings some Cuban flair to your kitchen.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for cheesy chicken pasta casserole

Cheesy Chicken Pasta Casserole

Made with cornflake crumbs, cooked chicken, pasta or noodles, margarine, flour, salt, skim milk, cheddar cheese

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for midwestern slushburgers

Midwestern Slushburgers

The key ingredient in these midwestern-style sloppy joes is a can of chicken gumbo soup. Try different varieties of the soup to change things up a bit.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for fireman's chicken in barbecue sauce

Fireman's Chicken In Barbecue Sauce

If it's good enough for the firemen, it's good enough for the rest of us! An overnight marinade and a trip to the grill makes some chicken that's certainly worth...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for sichuan shrimp and scallion stir fry

Sichuan Shrimp And Scallion Stir Fry

Made with fresh cilantro, salt, scallions, garlic, shrimp, peanut oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for deep kettle chili

Deep Kettle Chili

Having a good, go-to chili recipe is an absolute must when the weather starts to turn chilly. This beef chili has a great trick for an extra-thick bowl of blending in some of the...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for chicken alfredo pizza

Chicken Alfredo Pizza

Made with roasted red peppers, chicken, sweet onion, sugar, olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, balsamic vinegar, Alfredo sauce, pizza crust

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for white spaghetti

White Spaghetti

Perfectly cooked spaghetti pasta is tossed with a light white sauce made with mushrooms and Parmesan cheese.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mexican pork chop and refried bean casserole

Mexican Pork Chop And Refried Bean Casserole

This is a whole Mexican plate stuffed into one casserole dish. Layers of rice and refried beans under melty cheese make a novel way to dress up pork chops...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for tamale pie noodle casserole

Tamale Pie Noodle Casserole

Get ready to impress your co-workers at the next office potluck. Create this festive, Mexican showpiece with tamales, ground beef, green chiles and salsa.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for tex mex chili

Tex Mex Chili

This Tex Mex chili is a crowd-pleaser, blending lean ground beef with a diverse array of spices and beans for that perfect flavor balance.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for drumstick skillet with rice

Drumstick Skillet with Rice

Looking for a quick and easy dinner? Chicken drumsticks are browned and then simmered in a flavorful rice and vegetable mixture.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker chili without beans

Slow Cooker Chili Without Beans

A delicious Texas-style chili. The meat is slow cooked until it is completely tender. The beer helps to tenderize it and adds flavor to the dish so make sure to use a...

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for hungarian sauerkraut goulash szekely gulyas

Hungarian Sauerkraut Goulash Szekely Gulyas

This is a classic Eastern European affair. Plenty of onions and paprika, cooked with pork and sauerkraut, blended with rich sour cream, and ladled over your...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker navajo beef & chile stew

Slow Cooker Navajo Beef & Chile Stew

Made with ground red pepper, salt, cumin, beef stew meat, onion, garlic, tomatoes, green chiles, corn, dried oregano

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for homemade haggis

Homemade Haggis

Made with stock, pepper, salt, ground allspice, cayenne pepper, onion, oatmeal, beef suet, calf liver, beef heart

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for busy day chicken rice casserole

Busy Day Chicken Rice Casserole

Don't feel like cooking? No problem. This one-dish chicken dinner can be assembled and in the oven in a matter of minutes (so you can relax while it bakes).

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for french fried fish

French Fried Fish

Fish fillets are fried in oil until they are crispy and golden brown on the outside, while remaining tender and flaky on the inside.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for ground beef chimichangas

Ground Beef Chimichangas

These ground beef filled chimichangas are a breeze to prepare and make a great dinner or lunch.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for blackened red snapper

Blackened Red Snapper

Blackened red snapper is a popular dish from the Louisiana bayou. It is made by coating a fillet of red snapper in a spice blend, then cooking it in a hot skillet until the fish...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for real homemade tamales

Real Homemade Tamales

Homemade tamales with a tasty pork filling.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for cafeteria mexican macaroni skillet casserole

Cafeteria Mexican Macaroni Skillet Casserole

A simple but flavorful dish made with elbow macaroni, ground beef, bell pepper, tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, oregano, and Monterey Jack cheese.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for wok-cooked chicken fajitas

Wok-Cooked Chicken Fajitas

Asian stir-fry meets Tex-Mex fajitas. Use the tried and true stir-fry method with chicken fajita ingredients for a delicious alternative to traditional fajitas.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for crab po' boys

Crab Po' Boys

Po' boys are a Louisiana classic. Crispy crab cakes on French bread with an extra swipe of mayo make for a righteous sandwich.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for beef with sweet peppers

Beef with Sweet Peppers

Beef strips are slowly simmered with red and green bell peppers, onions, stewed tomatoes, and seasonings and then served over rice.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for hot and sour pork vindaloo

Hot And Sour Pork Vindaloo

The key to getting Indian dishes as flavorful as they can be is grinding up the spices fresh. Cumin, chiles, and cinnamon make this pork vindaloo pack a serious punch.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for beef & beer stew

Beef & Beer Stew

Made with oregano, beef stew meat, onion, garlic, carrots, celery, potatoes, beer, salt, black pepper

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for drunken kielbasa

Drunken Kielbasa

Kielbasa sausage is the perfect party food - especially when it's drunken! The kielbasa is cooked in a mixture of chili sauce, bourbon, and brown sugar, resulting in a sweet-savory...

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





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