32 Dinner Ideas You’ll Keep Coming Back To

When dinner starts to feel like a chore, having a go-to list of reliable and crave-worthy meals can make all the difference. These 32 dinner ideas are the kinds of recipes you’ll actually look forward to.

They’re comforting, flavorful, and easy enough to pull off on a busy weeknight, whether you’re in the mood for something cozy, fresh, or a little indulgent.

Garlic Butter Pork Chops

Looking for the ultimate comfort food that’s both indulgent and easy to make? This meal is the perfect blend of savory and satisfying, offering tender pork chops smothered in a rich garlic butter sauce. Get the recipe

Chicken Garlic Parmesan Pasta

This Chicken Garlic Parmesan Pasta recipe is a delicious combination of tender chicken, aromatic garlic, creamy Parmesan sauce, and al dente pasta that creates a dish that’s both comforting and satisfying. Get the recipe

Delicious Crock Pot Pork Chops

Crock Pot Pork Chops are a comforting dish featuring juicy bone-in pork chops in a tasty cream of mushroom sauce – a perfect dinner option that can be started before you head to work and will be done when you arrive home. Get the recipe

Skirt Steak with Chimichurri

Get ready for this mouthwatering skirt steak smothered in zesty chimichurri sauce, combining bold flavors and contrasting textures for a truly unforgettable dinner. Get the recipe

Corned Beef Reuben Sandwich

This Corned Beef Reuben Sandwich is the perfect combination of corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Thousand Island dressing on Rye bread, creating a depth of flavor that’s both complex and perfectly balanced. Get the recipe

Mediterranean-Style Cod & Roasted Veggies

If you’re craving a fresh and flavorful meal, this Mediterranean-style cod with Roasted Veggies is the perfect combination of light, flaky fish and bright tomatoes and olives. Get the recipe

Grilled Shrimp, Corn & Avocado Bowls

This Grilled Shrimp, Corn & Avocado Bowl is a quick and flavor-packed meal that makes a perfect summer lunch or light dinner. With juicy grilled shrimp, charred corn, creamy avocado, and a spicy lime mayo, it brings together everything you want in a satisfying bowl. Get the recipe

Tomato Sandwiches with Grilled Peach & Burrata Salad

These Fancy Tomato Sandwiches are our new favorite. We pair them with a Grilled Peach & Burrata Salad that makes for an elegant and flavorful meal. The tomato sandwiches, layered with fresh, juicy tomatoes and peppery arugula are simple yet sophisticated. The grilled peach and burrata salad adds a delightful contrast with its sweet, smoky peaches and rich, creamy burrata. Get the recipe

Marry Me Chicken Pasta

Marry Me Chicken Pasta is rich, comforting, and sure to impress. It has a creamy, garlicky sauce that’s tossed with sun-dried tomatoes, tender chicken and penne pasta, making this dish hard to resist. There’s nothing better than a cozy bowl of creamy pasta to warm you up at dinner. Get the recipe

Bang Bang Shrimp Bowls

Bang Bang Shrimp Rice Bowls are a fusion of spicy, tangy, and savory flavors that come together in a satisfying and colorful meal. This recipe features crispy shrimp tossed in a zesty Bang Bang sauce, made famous by Bonefish Grill, nestled on a bed of fluffy rice and topped with fresh, vibrant vegetables. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun weekend lunch, these bowls are as easy to make as they are delicious. Get the recipe

Delicious Thai Red Curry with Turkey or Chicken

Thai Red Curry is one of those dishes that hits all the right notes—spicy, creamy, and just a little sweet. Loaded with leftover Thanksgiving turkey, bell peppers, and infused with aromatic spices and coconut milk, this Thai red curry is delicious. Get the recipe

Buffalo Chicken Pasta

You won’t be able to resist this Buffalo Chicken Pasta that combines your favorite pasta with chicken, buffalo sauce, blue cheese dressing, and cream cheese, to make the dreamiest, creamiest pasta ever. f you like buffalo chicken sauce as much as we do, you’re going to love this pasta recipe.  Get the recipe

Instant Pot Beef & Broccoli

Instant Pot Beef & Broccoli is a simple dinner idea with flavorful tender beef and crisp broccoli in a savory sauce. One of the easiest ways to make Beef & Broccoli is in the Instant Pot. It’s a one-pot solution to get dinner on the table quickly. One pot meals are perfect for weeknight cooking. Get the recipe

One-Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta

This fusion dish takes the irresistible flavors of tacos and infuses them into a comforting pasta dish that’s perfect for any night of the week. With its cheesy tomato sauce, seasoned ground beef, and zesty taco spices, this Cheesy Taco Pasta recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household. Get the recipe

Teriyaki Chicken Tacos with Cucumber

Teriyaki Chicken Tacos with Cucumber combine the sweet and savory flavors of teriyaki-glazed chicken with the refreshing crunch of cucumber, all wrapped up in a soft tortilla. This fusion dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun weekend meal. You’ll love how the tender chicken pairs with the crisp cucumber and the punchy flavor of teriyaki sauce. Get the recipe

Lazy Skillet Lasagna

Lazy Skillet Lasagna is just as good as the classic but it takes a lot less time to make in a skillet. Instead of spending all that time delicately layering your lasagna, just throw it all in the skillet and watch it bubble into a delicious meal. Get the recipe

Authentic Swedish Meatballs

Swedish meatballs are classic comfort food, with tender, flavorful meatballs in a creamy gravy, with a spoonful of tart lingonberry sauce on the side. Get the recipe

Cozy Chicken & Dumplings

When you’re craving something warm, comforting, and deeply satisfying, but don’t want a giant pot of leftovers, this small-batch chicken & dumpling soup is the answer. It’s got everything you want: tender chicken, rich broth, fluffy dumplings, and just the right amount of cozy to make a quiet evening feel special. Get the recipe

Verde Wet Burrito

This Verde Wet Burrito Recipe feature slow-cooked carnitas with spicy Mexican rice and beans and melted cheddar cheese. Get the recipe

Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon

This Honey Garlic Salmon is pan seared and glazed with a sweet and savory sauce of garlic, honey, soy sauce and a few other simple ingredients. Serve it over rice or sautéed greens for a delicious meal. Get the recipe

Crispy Chicken Sandwiches

The Best Crispy Chicken Sandwich Recipe is the perfect comfort food and turns out just like restaurant chicken sandwiches – super crispy outside, moist and juicy inside. Get the recipe

Chicken Caprese Pasta

This Chicken Caprese Pasta is made with tomatoes, basil and mozzarella cheese, then piled on top of a bed of spaghetti for a super simple weeknight meal. Get the recipe

Cacio e Pepe

Cacio e pepe is a pasta dish that hails from Rome. It means “cheese and pepper” and for such a simple dish, it is incredibly delicious. Get the recipe

Slow Cooker Beef Short Ribs

These Slow-Cooker Beef Short Ribs will reach fall-off-the-bone tenderness with very little work on your part. The sauce/gravy turns out so rich and flavorful, you’ll be shocked you can do this in the slow cooker. Get the recipe

Farfalle alla Vodka

This rich and creamy pasta dish features farfalle pasta in a super easy to make sauce, using mostly pantry items you already have on hand. Get the recipe

Salmon Sushi Bowls

These salmon sushi bowls are both healthy and irresistibly tasty. The avocado and salmon, mixed with delicious sushi rice is a huge hit. Get the recipe

BBQ Chicken Tostada

BBQ Chicken Tostadas are quick and easy to make as a meal or a snack and they’re so tasty you’ll be wanting a few more. They are made with shredded chicken, slathered with BBQ sauce and loaded onto a crispy corn tortilla with beans and melted cheese.  Get the recipe

Sweet & Sour Pork Chops

Sweet & Sour Pork Chops are doused in a delicious sauce made with balsamic vinegar and maple syrup that is so irresistible on pork and served with bell peppers and pineapple. Get the recipe

Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo

In this quick and easy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, fresh fettuccine pasta is tossed with a creamy and decadent sauce of cream and Parmesan cheese, then topped with flavorful grilled chicken. Get the recipe

Beef & Broccoli Noodles

This Beef & Broccoli with Noodles dish combines delicious beef in a savory sauce with tender broccoli and noodles for a great, quick stir fry dish.  Get the recipe

Pulled Pork Gnocchi

This Pulled Pork Gnocchi features tender pulled pork and potato gnocchi in a butter sauce with sage and pine nuts. Get the recipe

Mexican-Style Chicken Flautas

These Mexican-style chicken flautas are a great snack or appetizer, served with shredded lettuce, cheese and pico de gallo. Get the recipe