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Main Dishes

Get dinner on the table with these easy main dishes and entrées. Including chicken, beef, pork, fish, pasta, casseroles - plus vegetarian and pizza recipes!

It doesn't matter if you have hours to spend in the kitchen making Dinner Recipes from Scratch, need more 30 Minute Dinner Ideas, or just some Quick Dinner Recipes. You can find the Best Dinner Ideas for Family here to fit any schedule and family size.

Try our most popular casserole recipe for Chicken and Broccoli Casserole for the perfect family style meal! If you are looking for a low carb pizza option, try making Easy Pizza Bowls with your favorite pizza toppings.

Make a hearty Southern Meatloaf with a side of mashed potatoes or whip up some Roasted Chicken Thighs in minutes.

Here you're sure to find all the perfect main dishes to serve your family and friends!

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    25+ Sunday Dinner Ideas: Southern Soul Food Recipes for Family
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    American Goulash Recipe (Easy One-Pot Classic)
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    Slow Cooker Garlic Steak and Potatoes Recipe
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    Italian Sausage and Bean Soup Recipe
  • Overhead view of white bowl with black eyed peas, pork chops, and cornbread by a spoon on marble surface.
    Crock Pot Black Eyed Peas Recipe (with Pork Chops)
  • Overhead view of bowl of lasagna soup on black tile marble surface by a spoon and cloth napkin.
    Easy Lasagna Soup Recipe (One-Pot Comfort Classic)
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    Sloppy Joe Cornbread Casserole Recipe (with Cornbread Base + Video)
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    Soulful Leftover Turkey & Rice Soup (with Greens) Recipe
  • Close up view of finished shepherd's pie topped with fresh chopped parsley.
    Ground Beef Shepherd’s Pie Recipe (Easy, Cozy Cottage Pie)
  • Close up overhead view of bowl of white chili with spoon in it.
    Easy White Chicken Chili Recipe
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    Easy Chili Recipe (Ready in 30 Minutes!)
  • Close up view of finished turkey breast sliced in white dish.
    Slow Cooker Turkey Breast Recipe (Juicy, Easy, and Full of Flavor)
  • Close up side view of piece of finished pie on plate by a fork.
    Easy Chicken Pot Pie Recipe (Double Crust, Super Cozy) 
  • Crockpot Beef Stew Recipe (Easy Slow Cooker Meal)
  • Overhead view of turkey seasoning in glass jar.
    Southern Turkey Seasoning Recipe (Homemade Poultry Rub)
  • Overhead view of finished muffins in muffin pan on marble surface.
    BBQ Cornbread (Savory Cornbread Muffins) Recipe
  • overhead view of finished chicken and vegetables in cast iron skillet on marble surface
    Cast Iron Chicken Thighs with Potatoes & Carrots
  • Close up view of finished spaghetti in glass baking dish.
    Easy Southern Baked Spaghetti Recipe (Cheesy Comfort Food)
  • Finished salmon patties on white plate on marble surface.
    Old Fashioned Salmon Patties Recipe with Canned Salmon and Breadcrumbs
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    Burger Seasoning Recipe – Perfect Blend for Juicy Homemade Hamburgers
  • Close up view of hand holding bun and putting sauce on it with a spoon.
    Burger Sauce Recipe (Perfect for Old-Fashioned Burgers)
  • Southern Coca-Cola Ham Recipe – Sweet & Savory Holiday Showstopper
  • Close up view of carved cajun turkey on white serving platter with garnish.
    Spatchcock Cajun Turkey Recipe with Maple Glaze
  • Overhead view of finished pizza on marble surface.
    Supreme Pizza Recipe (Homemade with 6 Classic Toppings)
  • Finished stuffed peppers in the instant pot.
    Easy Instant Pot Stuffed Peppers Recipe
  • finished broccoli casserole in glass baking dish on marble surface
    Chicken and Broccoli Casserole Recipe (Cheesy & Easy!)
  • Easy Cheeseburger Sliders Recipe (Oven-Baked & Crowd-Pleasing)
  • Overhead view of two pieces of fried catfish on white plate topped with parsley.
    Southern Fried Catfish Recipe – Crispy & Golden with Cornmeal
  • Close up view of plate of spaghetti and meatballs.
    Easy Spaghetti and Meatballs Recipe (Classic + Comforting)
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    Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto (Bold, Tangy & Versatile)
  • Overhead view of sliced steak topped with parsley in parchment lined cast iron skillet.
    Easy Cast Iron Flank Steak (Quick & Flavorful)
  • Easy Pepperoni Bread (Cheesy, Flavor-Packed & Game Day Ready)
  • Close up view of fried chicken on a plate.
    Southern Fried Chicken Recipe (Crispy, Juicy & Easy)
  • Overhead view of finished meatloaf in white baking dish.
    The Best Southern Meatloaf Recipe for Sunday Supper
  • Easy Dutch Oven Pulled Chicken (Quick, Juicy & Flavorful)
  • Close up view of finished tacos in a white bowl.
    Easy Jerk Chicken Tacos (Bold, Spicy & Ready in 30 Minutes)
  • Close up view of finished cod in parchment paper topped with slice of lime.
    Cod en Papillote (Baked Cod in Parchment with Chili Lime and Corn)
  • Overhead view of white bowl with salmon on top of salad beside a fork on white surface.
    Honey Sriracha Salmon (Easy 30-Minute Baked Recipe)
  • Overhead view of finished salmon on a white platter topped with parsley.
    Brown Sugar Dijon Salmon (Baked, Juicy & Ready in 15 Minutes)
  • Overhead view of white bowl with pasta in it top with parsley and lemon slices.
    One Pot Lemon Ricotta Pasta (Creamy & Easy Weeknight Dinner)
  • Easy Baked Beef Tacos (Crispy Oven Tacos in 30 Minutes!)
  • Overhead view of small white bowl of combined taco seasoning with small whisk in it.
    Homemade Mild Taco Seasoning (Quick & Kid-Friendly Spice Blend)

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Hi, I'm LaKita. I'm a Lifelong home cook and self-taught baker. I've been sharing modern comfort food through food blogging, recipe development, and photography since 2013.

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