Our 17 favorite Sunday dinners that are easy and delicious

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These 17 recipes are all about effortless ease, mouthwatering flavor, and guaranteed family approval. Create some lasting memories around the dinner table with these simple, delicious, and family-tested recipes.

Beef tips with mashed potatoes and brussels sprouts.
Slow Cooker Beef Tips. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Guinness Beef Stew

Top view of a bowl of Guinness beef stew with a black checked napkin and a spoon.
Guinness Beef Stew. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This stew is a Sunday favorite, thanks to its tender beef and veggies swimming in a gravy that’s rich with Guinness goodness. It’s like a warm embrace on a plate, ideal for St. Patrick’s Day or any day when comfort is on the menu.
Get the Recipe: Guinness Beef Stew

Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs

Slow cooker country style ribs on a tray on top of mashed potatoes with corn.
Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Go on a journey of sweet and tangy bliss with these ribs, all from the comfort of your dining table. The slow cooker works magic on peach preserves and honey, transforming them into a rib-coating wonder.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs

No Peek Chicken Casserole

A casserole dish with chicken and rice in it.
No Peek Chicken Casserole. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Say hello to your new go-to for effortless Sunday suppers. This casserole delights with its tender chicken and perfectly cooked rice, all without the peeking. It’s the set-it-and-forget-it of chicken dishes.
Get the Recipe: No Peek Chicken Casserole

Instant Pot Gumbo

Bowl of gumbo with sausage and okra.
Instant Pot Gumbo. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Turn your Sunday dinner into a Cajun celebration with this Instant Pot gumbo. Packed with sausage, shrimp, and okra, it’s a hearty stew that brings the flavors of Louisiana right to your table. Quick, easy, and bursting with taste, it’s a comfort food winner.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Gumbo

Cracker Barrel Meatloaf

Two slices of meatloaf on a plate with mashed potatoes and carrots.
Cracker Barrel Meatloaf. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Recreate the homestyle comfort of Cracker Barrel with a meatloaf that hits all the right notes. It’s a nostalgic meal that wraps your taste buds in seasoned perfection, making any dinner table feel like home.
Get the Recipe: Cracker Barrel Meatloaf

Asian Spare Ribs

Two ribs on a tray with sesame seeds and sesame seeds.
Asian Spare Ribs. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These ribs are a ticket to flavor town, where fall-off-the-bone meat meets a sauce so good, it might start fights at the table. Claim all the glory for this saucy masterpiece, your secret is safe with us.
Get the Recipe: Asian Spare Ribs

Slow Cooker Beef Tips

Beef tips with mashed potatoes and brussels sprouts.
Slow Cooker Beef Tips. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Marvel at the tenderness of these beef tips, slow-cooked to perfection in a gravy that’s a hug in a bowl. Let your slow cooker do the work and serve up a dish that screams Sunday comfort.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Beef Tips

Baked Manicotti

Baked manicotti in a cast iron skillet.
Baked Manicotti. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Dive into the cheesy goodness of Baked Manicotti, a dish that turns any Sunday into a celebration of pasta. Each shell is stuffed with love and smothered in homemade marinara, making every bite a reason to cheer.
Get the Recipe: Baked Manicotti

Instant Pot Pulled Pork

Pulled pork on a bun with sauce and cabbage.
Instant Pot Pulled Pork. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Who says you need all day for perfect pulled pork? The Instant Pot cuts the cooking time, giving you more leisure time. Serve it up saucy and shreddy, and watch it disappear before your eyes.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Pulled Pork

Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin

Air fryer pork tenderloin on a plate with potatoes on a cutting board.
Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Bring some elegance to your Sunday with an Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin that’s as easy as it is delicious. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, it’s a dish that impresses without any stress.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin

Chicken Stroganoff

A bowl of chicken stroganoff with bread and parsley.
Chicken Stroganoff. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This Chicken Stroganoff is the superhero of Sunday dinners, swooping in to deliver creamy, mushroom-laden comfort. It’s the kind of meal that makes you feel loved, satisfied, and a little bit fancy.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Stroganoff

Brown Sugar Pork Chops

A plate of food with pork chops and vegetables.
Brown Sugar Pork Chops. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These pork chops offer a sweet escape into savory delight, slow-cooked until tender. It’s a hands-off dinner hero that lets you relax while the crock pot does the work. Sunday dinners just got a sweet and savory upgrade.
Get the Recipe: Brown Sugar Pork Chops

Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs

Plate of spaghetti and meatballs topped with parmesan.
Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Press the easy button on Sunday dinner with Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs. It’s a one-pot wonder that leaves you with less mess and more time for family fun. Get ready for a twirl-worthy meal that keeps everyone coming back for seconds.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs

Crock Pot Spiral Ham

Spiral ham on a plate with asparagus and peaches in the background.
Crock Pot Spiral Ham. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Make any Sunday special with a Crock Pot Spiral Ham that’s effortlessly delicious. It’s your sweet and spicy shortcut to a meal that feels festive, without any of the work.
Get the Recipe: Crock Pot Spiral Ham

Air Fryer Fried Chicken

Air fryer fried chicken legs and thighs in a pile on a wooden cutting board.
Air Fryer Fried Chicken. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Challenge your grandma’s fried chicken with an Air Fryer version that’s all about the crunch. This recipe promises Sunday comfort food vibes without turning your kitchen into a greasy mess.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Fried Chicken

Oven Roasted Pork Loin

Oven roasted pork loin with potatoes, carrots and cabbage on a plate.
Oven Roasted Pork Loin. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This Oven Roasted Pork Loin is the easy, impressive centerpiece for your Sunday table. As it roasts, you get to relax, knowing you’re about to serve a dish that effortlessly shows how much you care.
Get the Recipe: Oven Roasted Pork Loin

Slow Cooker Pot Roast

A plate of pot roast with carrots and mashed potatoes.
Slow Cooker Pot Roast. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Embrace the art of relaxation with a Slow Cooker Pot Roast that promises tenderness with every bite. It’s the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it dish that turns a simple Sunday into a gourmet affair.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Pot Roast

Roast Chicken

Whole chicken cooked in the air fryer with lemon and herbs.
Roast Chicken. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Make Sunday dinner memorable with a Roast Chicken from the air fryer that’s quick, juicy, and perfectly crispy. It’s the hassle-free way to bring everyone to the table, eager for a bite.
Get the Recipe: Roast Chicken

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