Out of Ideas? These 42 Insanely Delicious Dinner Recipes Will Save the Day

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Are you tired of making the same old boring dinners every week? Look no further than these 42 insanely delicious dinner recipes to save the day and revamp your mealtime routine. From easy one-pan meals to classic comfort foods with a twist, these recipes impress and satisfy even the pickiest eaters.

BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza

Bacon, Onion and BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizzas. Photo credit: xoxoBella.
BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Looking for a hassle-free dinner recipe that requires minimal prep? Try this delicious BBQ chicken flatbread that bakes in the oven for a crispy crust and melty toppings! With a pre-made flatbread base and simple BBQ chicken toppings, this recipe is both easy and satisfying, making it a great option for busy weeknights.
Get the Recipe: BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza

Cheesy Baja Chicken & Bell Pepper Skillet

Chicken with lemon and orange slices.
Cheesy Baja Chicken & Bell Pepper Skillet. Photo credit: Xoxo Bella.

This cheesy Baja chicken and bell pepper skillet, is packed with south of the border flavors. With juicy chicken, fresh veggies, and a blend of Mexican seasonings, all topped with melted Pepper Jack cheese, this chicken cheesesteak dish is sure to become a new family favorite!
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Baja Chicken & Bell Pepper Skillet

Lemonade Chicken

4 baked chicken breasts on a white plate.
Lemonade Chicken. Photo credit: XoXo Bella.

This Slow Cooker Lemonade Chicken is a simple and delicious crockpot meal, with a tangy sweet and sour sauce made from lemonade concentrate and lemon zest. It’s easy to make and can be cooked on high or low to be ready whenever you need it.
Get the Recipe: Lemonade Chicken

Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe

Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe
Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This Fried Chicken Sandwich recipe is a deliciously satisfying upgrade from the fast food version, with a perfectly seasoned, golden brown coating and mouthwatering toppings. It’s a finger-licking deliciousness will elevate your sandwich game to the next level!
Get the Recipe: Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe

Greek Lemon Baked Pork Chops

Greek Lemon Baked Pork Chops
Greek Lemon Baked Pork Chops. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Looking for an easy dinner recipe that’s both delicious and affordable? Look no further than this recipe for Greek pork chops! Seasoned with lemon, oregano, olive oil, and garlic, this baked pork chop dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.
Get the Recipe: Greek Lemon Baked Pork Chops

Orange BBQ Salmon with Foil Packet Vegetables

Orange BBQ Salmon with Foil Packet Vegetables
Orange BBQ Salmon with Foil Packet Vegetables. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This 30-minute Orange BBQ salmon recipe is a fresh and tangy foil packet meal that’s perfect for summer grilling. Whether you use a traditional grill or a pellet grill, everyone is sure to love this easy and delicious dish!
Get the Recipe: Orange BBQ Salmon with Foil Packet Vegetables

Sweet Potato Gnocchi

Sweet Potato Gnocchi
Sweet Potato Gnocchi. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Transform traditional Italian comfort food with this recipe for homemade sweet potato gnocchi with roasted garlic sauce. The perfect vegetarian main course or flavorful side dish, this dish is easy to make with just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of patience.
Get the Recipe: Sweet Potato Gnocchi

Cuban Mojo Pulled Pork

A bowl of smoked Cuban mojo pulled pork with citrus slices on top.
Cuban Mojo Pulled Pork. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Create the perfect Cuban roast pork with Smoked Cuban Mojo Pulled Pork, which features garlic, lime, sherry, oregano, and marjoram flavors. This recipe is ideal for pellet smokers or Traeger grills, and the shredded pork can be used in tacos, sandwiches, or served with coleslaw and beans for a tasty meal.
Get the Recipe: Cuban Mojo Pulled Pork

Fiesta Chicken Pasta Casserole

Fiesta Chicken Pasta Casserole
Fiesta Chicken Pasta Casserole. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This fiesta chicken pasta casserole bake, which features a delicious blend of chicken, corn, black beans, and Mexican-inspired seasonings. Whether you’re using rotisserie or leftover chicken, this southwest-style casserole is sure to become a family favorite!
Get the Recipe: Fiesta Chicken Pasta Casserole

Baked Feta Pasta

Baked Feta Pasta
Baked Feta Pasta. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This baked feta pasta dish is the perfect combination of creamy, tangy feta cheese and sweet, juicy tomatoes. It’s quick and easy to make, and sure to become a new favorite in your recipe collection!
Get the Recipe: Baked Feta Pasta

Shepherd’s Pie

Shepherd’s Pie
Shepherd’s Pie. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Leftover turkey shepherd’s pie is an easy weeknight dinner using leftovers, such as turkey and mashed potatoes, as well as onion, herbs, vegetables, and Guinness for flavor. It’s a delicious and hearty meal that everyone will enjoy.
Get the Recipe: Shepherd’s Pie

Cheddar Bacon Stuffed Burgers

A smoked stuffed burger in a tray with fries.
Cheddar Bacon Stuffed Burgers. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Impress your friends this summer with a delicious smoked cheddar bacon stuffed burger recipe. These juicy burgers are packed with flavour and perfect for any BBQ or grill night.
Get the Recipe: Cheddar Bacon Stuffed Burgers

Cashew Chicken with Snap Peas

Cashew Chicken with Snap Peas
Cashew Chicken with Snap Peas. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This slow cooker cashew chicken with snap peas is a delicious fusion of sweet and spicy flavors, intensified by the use of a crockpot. While many Chinese chicken recipes involve stir-frying, this one is easy to prepare and perfect for those who love slow cooker meals.
Get the Recipe: Cashew Chicken with Snap Peas

Bruschetta Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Stuffed Chicken on a plate.
Bruschetta Stuffed Chicken Breasts. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This Air Fryer Bruschetta Stuffed Chicken Breasts recipe is a flavourful and easy Italian-inspired dish. With chicken, tomatoes, and provolone cheese, it’s perfect for any time of year and sure to impress.
Get the Recipe: Bruschetta Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Italian Chicken Saltimbocca

Wrapped chicken on a white plate.
Italian Chicken Saltimbocca. Photo credit: Xoxo Bella.

This Chicken Saltimbocca recipe is a classic Italian baked chicken dish with a rich sage saltimbocca sauce, featuring prosciutto, provolone cheese, and chicken. It’s an easy and flavourful dinner option that’s perfect served with polenta, roasted or boiled potatoes, or pasta.
Get the Recipe: Italian Chicken Saltimbocca

Italian Chicken Pesto Sandwich

Chicken sandwiches with veggies.
Italian Chicken Pesto Sandwich. Photo credit: Xoxo Bella.

This Italian Chicken Pesto Sandwich is a gourmet bistro-style treat that makes for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. Made with tender grilled chicken, creamy pesto sauce, fresh mozzarella, tomato, and more, it’s a deliciously satisfying meal.
Get the Recipe: Italian Chicken Pesto Sandwich

Honey Garlic BBQ Smoked Pulled Chicken

A smoked pulled chicken sandwich.
Honey Garlic BBQ Smoked Pulled Chicken. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Enjoy cooking and dining outdoors with this delicious honey garlic BBQ smoked pulled chicken! Brined in garlic pickle mixture, rubbed with sweet mustard, chilli, garlic/onion, and smoked to perfection with a Traeger grill or pellet smoker, then topped with a honey garlic sauce.
Get the Recipe: Honey Garlic BBQ Smoked Pulled Chicken

Italian Beef

Italian Beef
Italian Beef. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

You won’t be able to resist making slow cooker Italian beef again and again once you try it. This hearty and filling dish is perfect on toasted rolls or hoagie buns and the slow cooked beef is incredibly tender and flavorful.
Get the Recipe: Italian Beef

Sriracha Honey Garlic Pork Chops

Sriracha Honey Garlic Pork Chops
Sriracha Honey Garlic Pork Chops. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

These slow cooker sriracha honey garlic pork chops are a delicious and easy dinner option that can be enjoyed any day of the year. With a sweet and sticky Chinese-inspired flavor, this crockpot pork chop recipe is perfect for anyone who loves honey garlic pork.
Get the Recipe: Sriracha Honey Garlic Pork Chops

Fall off the Bone Hawaiian Ribs

Fall off the Bone Hawaiian Ribs
Fall off the Bone Hawaiian Ribs. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Whether you’re feeding a crowd or just cooking for your family, slow cooker Hawaiian ribs are a surefire way to impress everyone with their tender texture and exotic flavors. With a range of side dishes that pair perfectly, this meal is an excellent choice for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Fall off the Bone Hawaiian Ribs

Chicken Enchilada Soup

Homemade chicken enchilada soup in a white soup bowl with a handle.
Chicken Enchilada Soup. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This Chili’s copycat chicken enchilada soup recipe is easy, tasty, and perfect for any night of the week. It can be made with rotisserie or leftover chicken.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Enchilada Soup

Black Pepper Chicken

Sir frying black pepper chicken in a wok.
Black Pepper Chicken. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Make restaurant-style black pepper chicken at home in just 30 minutes with this delicious copycat Panda Express recipe. Satisfy your Asian food cravings with this easy and flavorful stir-fry.
Get the Recipe: Black Pepper Chicken

Miso Mushroom Ramen Soup

Miso Mushroom Ramen Soup
Miso Mushroom Ramen Soup. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Enjoy a homemade miso mushroom ramen soup for lunch or dinner that’s vegan and packed with tasty vegetables. This easy and gluten-free recipe features garlic, ginger, miso, soy sauce, and chili for a cozy and healthy meal option.
Get the Recipe: Miso Mushroom Ramen Soup

Mushroom Ragu

Mushroom Ragu
Mushroom Ragu. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Elevate your pasta game with this delicious and flavorful mushroom ragu vegan pasta sauce, made with garlic, wine, herbs, and a variety of fresh vegetables. This homemade spaghetti sauce is perfect for vegans or anyone who loves a hearty and healthy meal, and is sure to become your new favorite meatless ragu recipe.
Get the Recipe: Mushroom Ragu

Italian Penne Rosa Pasta

Italian Penne Rosa Pasta
Italian Penne Rosa Pasta. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

If you’re looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, try making this one-pot Penne Rosa Pasta with a creamy tomato sauce. This comforting and filling Italian dish is both tasty and satisfying, and perfect for those who love a little spice in their meal.
Get the Recipe: Italian Penne Rosa Pasta

Eggplant Parmigiana with Vodka Sauce

Eggplant Parmigiana with Vodka Sauce
Eggplant Parmigiana with Vodka Sauce. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Try this authentic Italian recipe for eggplant parmigiana, which is a comfor food favourite. Baked with a flavorful tomato and vodka sauce, this delicious vegetarian dinner idea is a hearty and satisfying meal bursting with tasty flavors.
Get the Recipe: Eggplant Parmigiana with Vodka Sauce

Tex Mex Quinoa Taco Bowls

Tex Mex Quinoa Taco Bowls
Tex Mex Quinoa Taco Bowls. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

The slow cooker Tex Mex quinoa taco bowls are full of incredible flavors, and they offer a colorful southwest-inspired dish that’s packed with character. This crockpot Mexican quinoa recipe is a perfect addition to your dinner menu.
Get the Recipe: Tex Mex Quinoa Taco Bowls

Kung Pao with Tofu

Kung Pao with Tofu
Kung Pao with Tofu. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This vegan Kung Pao made with tofu is a delicious Chinese-inspired dinner recipe that’s just as good as the traditional chicken version. Whether you’re a vegetarian or simply looking for a Chinese food tofu recipe, this dish is sure to satisfy your cravings.
Get the Recipe: Kung Pao with Tofu

Spinach and Red Bean Shakshuka

Spinach and Red Bean Shakshuka
Spinach and Red Bean Shakshuka. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Shakshuka is a delicious North African and Middle Eastern dish made with tomatoes and eggs, perfect for flavorful dinner. This spinach and red bean variation is a hearty and healthy one-pot meal, packed with flavor from the eggs poached in a tomato sauce.
Get the Recipe: Spinach and Red Bean Shakshuka

Mesquite Smoked Dry Rub Brisket

A smoked brisket on a cutting board being cut into slices.
Mesquite Smoked Dry Rub Brisket. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Experience the deliciousness of Texas smoked brisket with this easy recipe, which is seasoned with a special smoked dry rub to enhance its flavor. This meaty recipe is perfect for sandwiches or served with sides such as beans, corn on the cob, and coleslaw.
Get the Recipe: Mesquite Smoked Dry Rub Brisket

Gorgonzola Buffalo Burgers

Gorgonzola Buffalo Burgers
Gorgonzola Buffalo Burgers. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Looking for a unique burger recipe? Try grilled gorgonzola buffalo burgers, served in a pretzel bun and topped with blue cheese or gorgonzola. Perfect for BBQ season.
Get the Recipe: Gorgonzola Buffalo Burgers

Smoked Beer Can Chicken

A chicken that has been smoked on a beer can.
Smoked Beer Can Chicken. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Smoked beer can chicken is a must-try summer grilling recipe that is easy to make on a pellet-grilled Traeger. Add an authentic Mexican BBQ sauce to this show-stopping grilled chicken dish for an amazing meal that is sure to be a BBQ favorite all summer long.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Beer Can Chicken

Pot Roast with Red Wine

Pot Roast with Red Wine
Pot Roast with Red Wine. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This slow cooker pot roast with red wine is a simple and delicious meal that is perfect to prepare in the morning and let cook all day. The mouth-watering aroma that fills your home when you get back is just an added bonus!
Get the Recipe: Pot Roast with Red Wine

Beef and Noodles with Mushrooms

Beef and Noodles with Mushrooms
Beef and Noodles with Mushrooms. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This slow cooker beef and noodles with mushrooms is the ultimate winter comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. With a delicious combination of beef, mushrooms, and egg noodles in a creamy mushroom soup sauce, this easy crockpot recipe is a great option for busy weeknights.
Get the Recipe: Beef and Noodles with Mushrooms

Chunky White Chicken Chili

Chunky White Chicken Chili
Chunky White Chicken Chili. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

If you’re looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dinner that will satisfy your taste buds, give this slow cooker chicken chili recipe a try and enjoy the cozy comfort of a classic comfort food.
Get the Recipe: Chunky White Chicken Chili

Salsa Fresca Chicken

Salsa Fresca Chicken
Salsa Fresca Chicken. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Looking for a flavorful and low-carb dinner idea that requires minimal effort? Look no further than slow cooker salsa fresca chicken, a mouthwatering dish that combines tender chicken breasts with fresh salsa and spices for a perfect burst of flavor in every bite.
Get the Recipe: Salsa Fresca Chicken

Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Chicken Enchilada Casserole. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Cooking a chicken enchilada casserole slowly allows the flavors to meld together for a more delicious dish. This easy recipe with chicken breasts and staple ingredients is perfect for a slow cooker or crock pot.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Vegetable Soup

Vegetable Soup
Vegetable Soup. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Make dinner easy tonight with a 30-minute Instant Pot vegetable soup, bursting with healthy veggies and flavorful ingredients like paprika and garlic. This vegetarian or vegan soup recipe is a delicious and convenient option cooked in an Instant Pot
Get the Recipe: Vegetable Soup

Pasta Da Vinci

Penne pasta with chicken in black bowls. .
Pasta Da Vinci. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Make this delicious Cheesecake Factory copycat pasta da vinci at home with your Instant Pot. You won’t be disappointed with this simple chicken-based pasta dish that tastes just like the restaurant version.
Get the Recipe: Pasta Da Vinci

Wok Seared Steak and Shrimp

Steak and shrimp that has been made in a wok served in bowls..
Wok Seared Steak and Shrimp. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Make this tasty Panda Express copycat wok-seared steak and shrimp dish at home with flavors of soy sauce, chili sauce, ginger, and garlic. Impress your friends or enjoy it for lunch or dinner – it’s like an Asian surf and turf with beef and shrimp!
Get the Recipe: Wok Seared Steak and Shrimp

Chipotle Chicken Fresh Mex Bowl

A Mexican inspired chicken bowl recipe served in a bowl. .
Chipotle Chicken Fresh Mex Bowl. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This Chili’s copycat chipotle chicken fresh Mex bowl is bursting with amazing Tex-Mex flavors like Mexican rice, chicken, spices, beans, avocado, and more. It’s the perfect dinner option for fans of burritos or rice bowls looking for something easy and delicious.
Get the Recipe: Chipotle Chicken Fresh Mex Bowl

Swedish Meatballs

Swedish meatballs that are served in a casserole dish.
Swedish Meatballs. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Try making these delicious copycat Ikea Swedish meatballs at home and enjoy the same great taste as the ones you find in the store.
Get the Recipe: Swedish Meatballs

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