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Dinner Recipes
304 recipes found
Dinner is where most meal plans earn their keep—Sous-Chef dinner recipes balance weeknight speed with weekend ambition.
Browse by cuisine or difficulty, then drop winners onto your plan so sides, proteins, and staples share one shopping list.
Featured recipes
J. Kenji López-alt's Classic Smash Burgers
A quick and easy recipe for incredibly flavorful smash burgers, inspired by J. Kenji López-Alt's technique. Thin, crispy patties with melty American cheese, served on toasted potato buns with a tangy special sauce.
5.0
One-pan Chicken Sausage & Roasted Vegetables
A vibrant and flavorful one-pan dinner featuring savory chicken sausage roasted with a colorful medley of bell peppers, zucchini, onions, and potatoes. This recipe is designed for minimal cleanup and maximum taste, perfect for a weeknight meal.
Chili Crisp Grilled Lobster Tails
Succulent, butterflied lobster tails grilled over charcoal or gas, basted with a rich compound butter infused with spicy chili crisp, smoked paprika, garlic, and fresh lime. The result is a smoky, crispy exterior with tender, sweet meat and a lingering fiery kick.
4.0
One-pot Pasta with Chickpeas and Veggies
A healthy and delicious one-pot pasta dish packed with protein and vegetables. Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
4.0
Rotisserie Chicken Enchilada Skillet
A quick and easy 20-minute deconstructed enchilada skillet that uses store-bought rotisserie chicken for the ultimate weeknight dinner convenience.
Traditional Lo Mein
A classic Lo Mein recipe using common grocery store ingredients, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Keto Cauliflower Fried Rice with Chicken
A low-carb, keto-friendly twist on classic chicken fried rice using grated cauliflower. It is quick, healthy, and loaded with protein and classic savory Asian flavors.
Dairy-free Creamy Mushroom Risotto
A rich, velvety risotto made without dairy, featuring earthy mushrooms, savory broth, and a touch of cashew cream and nutritional yeast for that classic cheesy flavor and luxurious texture.
Gluten-free Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta
A vibrant, elegant, yet simple weeknight dish featuring tender shrimp, bright lemon, and a rich garlic butter sauce, all tossed with gluten-free pasta.
Vegan Coconut Chickpea Curry
A rich and creamy one-pot curry made with tender chickpeas, diced tomatoes, spinach, and full-fat coconut milk. Perfectly spiced and ready in under 30 minutes, this comforting dish is entirely plant-based.
Crispy Chickpea Tacos with Avocado Crema
Crispy, spice-roasted chickpeas nestled in warm corn tortillas, topped with crunchy purple cabbage and a vibrant avocado-cilantro crema.
Korean-inspired Beef Lettuce Wraps
Savory, sweet, and slightly spicy ground beef caramelized with classic Korean aromatics, served in crisp, refreshing lettuce cups.
One-pot Creamy Tomato Tortellini
A rich, comforting, and incredibly easy weeknight meal featuring cheese tortellini simmered in a creamy, garlic-infused tomato sauce all in a single pot.
Sheet-pan Honey Garlic Salmon and Broccoli
A quick, healthy, and flavorful weeknight dinner featuring tender salmon fillets and crispy broccoli florets glazed in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce.
Turkey and White Bean Chili
A comforting and hearty white chili made with lean ground turkey, creamy cannellini beans, and mild green chiles, simmered in a savory broth.
Spicy Tofu Peanut Noodle Bowl
A satisfying and vibrant noodle bowl featuring crispy pan-fried tofu, tender noodles, and crisp vegetables tossed in a spicy, creamy peanut sauce.
Pineapple-jalapeño Marinade Chicken
A sweet and spicy summer grilling favorite featuring juicy chicken breast marinated in fresh pineapple, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice for bold flavor with minimal effort.
Chimichurri Steak Flatbread
A vibrant and savory flatbread topped with perfectly seared flank steak, melted mozzarella, and a bright, herbaceous homemade chimichurri sauce.
Chimichurri Steak Flatbread
A rustic, crispy flatbread topped with thinly sliced seared flank steak, vibrant herbaceous chimichurri, and dollops of creamy goat cheese. The bright green herb sauce contrasts beautifully against the charred edges of the golden-brown crust.
Slow-cooker Chicken Tikka Masala
Tender chunks of spiced chicken swim in a velvety, vibrant orange tomato-cream sauce, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and served over fluffy white basmati rice. The rich curry clings to the meat, creating an inviting, comforting aesthetic perfect for a large gathering.
Rice Paper Fish and Chips
A viral, lighter twist on the classic British fish and chips. Tender cod fillets are wrapped in crispy rice paper with a sheet of nori for an authentic ocean flavor, served alongside baked russet potato wedges.
Honey Lime Chicken Enchiladas
A meal-prep friendly dinner featuring tender shredded chicken tossed in a sweet and tangy honey-lime marinade, rolled in tortillas, and baked in a bright green enchilada sauce. Perfect for weekly batch cooking.
Shrimp and Chorizo Paella
A vibrant, saffron-infused Spanish rice dish combining smoky chorizo, tender shrimp, and rich aromatics cooked to perfection with a crispy socarrat crust.
Pan-seared Spicy Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp
A rapid, elegant pan-seared shrimp dish featuring a luxurious emulsion of butter, bright citrus, and fiery red pepper flakes. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive appetizer.
Frequently asked questions
Can I plan a full week of dinners?
Yes. Save recipes, arrange them on the plan board, and generate a grocery list that covers every night.
Do dinners include sides?
Some are complete plates; others pair well with side-dish recipes. Explore the side-dish meal-type hub for accompaniments.