Family Dinner Ideas

I keep all my dinner recipes here - the ones that actually work in real life. You'll find the chicken dish I make when I'm in a hurry, and the lasagna that's become our Christmas tradition. Nothing too fancy, just good food that makes people happy.

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Updated on Sunday 01 December 2024

A plated meal featuring grilled pork chop, creamy pasta with peas, sautéed vegetables, and roasted potatoes garnished with herbs.

Main Dishes

A creamy chicken and cheese casserole topped with golden-brown crescent rolls and garnished with green herbs.

Chicken Crescent Rolls

A simple comfort food dinner combining crescent rolls stuffed with chicken and cheese, baked in a creamy sauce.

A bowl of creamy chicken curry garnished with fresh herbs served over fluffy white rice.

Chicken Tikka Masala

A homemade version of the classic Indian dish featuring marinated chicken in a rich, creamy curry sauce. Rivals any restaurant version.

A bowl of creamy curry with diced vegetables and fresh cilantro, served alongside a portion of white rice.

Pumpkin Curry

A creamy, Indian-inspired curry combining pumpkin puree with vegetables and aromatic spices. Naturally vegan and gluten-free.

A plate of grilled chicken breasts topped with mushroom sauce, garnished with chopped parsley and onions.

Texas Roadhouse Chicken

A copycat recipe of Texas Roadhouse's popular smothered chicken. Tender chicken topped with sautéed mushrooms, onions and melted cheese.

A plate of grilled chicken breasts topped with creamy sauce and served with mashed potatoes.

Smothered Chicken

Tender pan-fried chicken cutlets smothered in a rich, flavorful gravy with caramelized onions. A classic comfort food made from scratch.

A bowl of pasta with ground beef and melted cheese, garnished with fresh parsley.

Cheesy Taco Pasta

A quick and creamy pasta dish combining classic taco flavors with creamy cheese sauce. Ready in 20 minutes for an easy weeknight meal.

Baked zucchini boats filled with seasoned ground meat and topped with melted cheese and parsley.

Stuffed Zucchini Boats

A healthier twist on Italian flavors featuring zucchini filled with savory meat sauce and topped with melted cheese. Perfect for low-carb diets.

A creamy chicken and biscuit dish garnished with parsley, served in a black slow cooker.

Creamy Ranch Chicken

A complete meal made in your slow cooker combining tender chicken, potatoes, and carrots in a creamy ranch sauce. Perfect for busy families.

A close-up of a baked macaroni and cheese dish, showing a golden, crispy top and creamy pasta underneath.

Creamy Baked Mac and Cheese

The ultimate comfort food featuring multiple cheeses, a creamy homemade sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta. Baked until golden and bubbly.

A creamy baked dish featuring golden shrimp topped with herbs and breadcrumbs, served in a white casserole dish.

Garlicky Shrimp Bake

Tender shrimp topped with crispy, garlicky panko breadcrumbs and finished with fresh lemon. A quick and impressive dinner ready in 20 minutes.

A close-up of a bowl of noodles topped with ground meat and chopped green onions.

Mongolian Beef Noodles

A quick Asian-inspired noodle dish combining ground beef in a sweet and spicy sauce. Ready in 30 minutes and tastier than takeout.

A close-up view of a bowl of creamy pasta with penne, pieces of beef, and green vegetables, garnished with black pepper and cheese.

Philly Cheesesteak Pasta

This pasta dish combines juicy steak strips and peppers in a rich, creamy cheese sauce. All the flavors of a Philly cheesesteak in a comforting pasta meal.