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 Wed, 26 Feb 2025 15:00:34 GMT

A close-up of a hearty casserole featuring macaroni, ground beef, and a golden, cheesy topping, garnished with breadcrumbs and parsley.

Main Dishes Recipes

A plate of grilled chicken drumsticks coated in red spice rub, garnished with fresh cilantro and served with a creamy dipping sauce and lemon wedges.
Tandoori Chicken

Traditional Indian grilled chicken marinated in yogurt and aromatic spices until tender and flavorful.

A close-up of a plated slice of layered casserole with ground meat, green olives, and herbs, next to a baking dish in the background.
Puerto Rican Pastelon

A Puerto Rican comfort food classic layering sweet fried plantains with seasoned ground beef and cheese.

A close-up of a cheesy, chicken-filled burrito, partially opened to reveal melted cheese and chopped herbs, resting on parchment paper, accompanied by some nuts.
Garlic Chicken Wraps

Warm tortillas filled with garlicky shredded chicken, creamy cheese blend, and Italian seasonings, grilled until golden and melty.

A plate of spaghetti pasta topped with diced bacon and grated cheese, garnished with black pepper.
Real Carbonara

Traditional Roman pasta dish made with eggs, guanciale, and Parmigiano-Reggiano. No cream - just perfectly silky, authentic carbonara sauce.

A bowl of egg noodles served with tender beef chunks in a creamy mushroom sauce, garnished with chopped green onions.
Beef Stroganoff

Tender strips of beef in a rich sour cream mushroom gravy. A quick, classic dinner ready in 30 minutes - perfect comfort food for any night.

A bowl of spaghetti topped with a rich meat sauce, diced tomatoes, and garnished with fresh basil.
Easy Weeknight Spaghetti

Fast comfort pasta fix.

A close-up of a cheesy potato and ground beef casserole garnished with fresh thyme in a white baking dish.
Beef Potato Casserole

Layers of seasoned ground beef and tender potatoes topped with melted cheese. This comforting casserole is perfect for family dinners.

Two pieces of seasoned and golden-brown chicken breast are resting in a flavorful sauce.
Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken

Tender chicken breasts covered in a delicious garlic and brown sugar rub, then baked until golden. A quick and easy weeknight dinner favorite.

A white plate holds five round, golden-brown dumplings garnished with herbs, served in a savory sauce.
Turkey Stuffing Balls

Transform holiday leftovers into crispy, satisfying balls made with turkey, stuffing, and potatoes, then topped with warm gravy. Perfect comfort food remix!

A close-up of glazed chicken pieces garnished with green onions and sesame seeds in a black bowl.
Honey Garlic Chicken

Crispy air-fried chicken pieces coated in a sticky honey garlic sauce. A quick and easy dinner that's ready in 20 minutes.

A beautifully roasted chicken resting on a platter with herbs and lemon.
Oven Roasted Turkey

A fool-proof method for roasting turkey with a flavorful spice blend and aromatics. Creates crispy skin and juicy meat.

A close-up of creamy pasta being lifted with chopsticks from a bowl.
Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti

A comforting pasta casserole combining spaghetti, rotisserie chicken, and creamy cheese sauce with a kick from Rotel tomatoes.