Penne Arrabbiata with Chili Crisp.

25 Dinner Recipes That’ll Turn Ordinary Nights Into Something Special

A perfect dinner is more than just a meal—it’s the moment where flavor, simplicity, and satisfaction come together. These recipes are crafted to make every night feel special, whether you’re feeding a crowd or enjoying a quiet evening at home. From comforting classics to fresh new ideas, these dinners are guaranteed to deliver perfection on every plate.

Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham

brown sugar ham
Photo Credit: Seasonal Cravings

This 3 ingredient brown sugar pineapple ham is the only ham recipe you’ll need this season. A twist on the classic, this ham is richly flavored, delicately tender, and oh-so-easy. Plus, it takes 5 minutes to prep!

Get the Recipe: Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham

Instant Pot Taco Soup

taco soup in white bowl
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This Instant Pot Taco Soup is packed with kidney beans, corn, and fire-roasted tomatoes. Make a double batch and have soup to fill your belly all week!

Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Taco Soup

Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin

Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin.
Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin. Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

Do you have those go-to meals you make every week?  We love anything with a sweet sauce like this Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin.  It’s tender moist pork tenderloin covered in a sweet brown sugar balsamic sauce.

Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin

Healthy Turkey Chili

Healthy Turkey Chili.
Healthy Turkey Chili. Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

This healthy chili is packed with flavor, featuring a delicious blend of lean ground turkey, sweet potatoes, and spices. It’s a comforting, hearty meal that’s not only gluten-free but also packed with protein and nutrients. It’s great for meal prep and perfect for any time of the year

Get the Recipe: Healthy Turkey Chili

Fail Proof Tender London Broil

Fail Proof Tender London Broil.
Fail Proof Tender London Broil. Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

Want to learn how to cook tender London broil?  Have trouble cooking your London Broil?  Is it always tough and tasteless?  If so, you will love this Tender London Broil. Giving the meat a little bit of love beforehand goes a long way and guarantees a tender, flavorful steak every time. 

Get the Recipe: Fail Proof Tender London Broil

Sweet Potato Noodle Stir Fry with Steak

Sweet Potato Noodle Stir Fry with Steak.
Sweet Potato Noodle Stir Fry with Steak. Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

Sweet Potato Noodle Stir Fry with Steak is a hearty, flavorful dinner full of vegetables including spiralized sweet potato noodles.  You can feel good about eating this low carb, healthy stir fry and you will love the flavorful stir fry sauce.

Get the Recipe: Sweet Potato Noodle Stir Fry with Steak

Prosciutto Pizza with Brussel Sprouts

pizza on a sheet pan
Photo Credit: Seasonal Cravings

This Brussel Sprout and Prosciutto Pizza screams fall!  The roasted brussel sprouts are imparted with a lovely roasted flavor while the prosciutto and feta add a salty punch.  This pizza is perfect for all your Fall entertaining goals.

Get the Recipe: Prosciutto Pizza with Brussel Sprouts

Grilled Steak Tacos

Grilled Steak Tacos.
Grilled Steak Tacos. Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

Grilled Steak Tacos with Cucumber and Corn Salsa are the perfect summer dinner.  Spicy skirt steak topped with the freshest cucumber and grilled corn salsa. 

Get the Recipe: Grilled Steak Tacos

Baked Pork Tenderloin

Baked Pork Tenderloin.
Baked Pork Tenderloin. Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

This juicy and flavorful Baked Pork Tenderloin is full of smoky, sweet spices and cooked to tender perfection in the oven. It makes a quick and healthy weeknight dinner that the entire family will love!

Get the Recipe: Baked Pork Tenderloin

Sausage and Bok Choy Grain Bowl with Creamy Tahini Dressing

Sausage and Bok Choy Grain Bowl with Creamy Tahini Dressing.
Sausage and Bok Choy Grain Bowl with Creamy Tahini Dressing. Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

Loaded with fresh, healthy, and satisfying flavors, this Sausage and Bok Choy Grain Bowl with Butternut Squash is sure to be a new staple in your home. This mouthwatering dish comes together in under 30 minutes for the perfect easy weeknight meal.

Get the Recipe: Sausage and Bok Choy Grain Bowl with Creamy Tahini Dressing

Instant Pot Turkey Quinoa Chili

Leftover turkey chili served in a bowl with tortilla chips and avocado.
Instant Pot Turkey Quinoa Chili. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

Break out the Instant Pot for this wholesome, comforting Instant Pot Turkey Quinoa Chili.  It’s packed with turkey, beans, quinoa and spices that will warm you up on a cold night. 

Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Turkey Quinoa Chili

Maple Bacon Pork Tenderloin

Maple Bacon Pork Tenderloin.
Maple Bacon Pork Tenderloin. Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

Maple Bacon Pork Tenderloin is a smoky, flavorful dish that the family will love. Bacon makes everything better, right?

Get the Recipe: Maple Bacon Pork Tenderloin

Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash

Two sausage and bean stuffed squash.
Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

Easy and healthy Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash is like fall in a bowl.  Acorn squash stuffed to the brim with savory sausage, black beans and onions then topped with cheese is over the top delicious.  

Get the Recipe: Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash

Quinoa Stuffed Peppers with Broccoli

Delicious skillet recipe with stuffed peppers, featuring the healthy addition of broccoli and melted cheese.
Quinoa Stuffed Peppers With Broccoli. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

These Quinoa Stuffed Peppers with Broccoli are light, flavorful and filling.  The quinoa is packed with protein and will keep you full!

Get the Recipe: Quinoa Stuffed Peppers with Broccoli

Herbed Skirt Steak

Herbed Skirt Steak.
Herbed Skirt Steak. Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

This Herbed Skirt Steak is made quickly and easily with pantry staples.  It turns out the most flavorful, moist steak ever.

Get the Recipe: Herbed Skirt Steak

Sheet Pan Brown Sugar Pork Chops

Sheet Pan Brown Sugar Pork Chops.
Sheet Pan Brown Sugar Pork Chops. Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

These Sheet Pan Brown Sugar Pork Chops will become a weeknight fall favorite for parents and kids alike.  Easy to prepare and clean up with only one pan! 

Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Brown Sugar Pork Chops

Teriyaki Salmon

Easy Teriyaki Salmon.
Easy Teriyaki Salmon. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

This easy Teriyaki Salmon recipe is flavorful, tender, and absolutely delicious. The 5-ingredient homemade teriyaki sauce makes this easy meal a family favorite and the whole dish comes together in under 45 minutes. Pair it with your favorite side for a healthy and hearty meal the whole family will love.

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Tuna Poke Bowl with Mango and Quinoa

Tuna Poke Bowl with Mango and Quinoa.
Tuna Poke Bowl with Mango and Quinoa. Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

This Tuna Poke Bowl with Mango and Quinoa is super healthy, filling and full of seasonal flavors.  Sushi grade tuna with a salty dressing and a load of veggies all layered on a bed of quinoa.

Get the Recipe: Tuna Poke Bowl with Mango and Quinoa

Turmeric Salmon and Couscous

Turmeric Salmon And Couscous.
Turmeric Salmon And Couscous. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

This Turmeric Salmon and Couscous skillet is super easy to make on a weeknight but seasonal and tasty enough for company.  Loaded with good-for-you ingredients and ready in under 30 minutes!

Get the Recipe: Turmeric Salmon and Couscous

Zucchini Noodle Stir Fry with Shrimp

Zucchini Noodle Stir Fry With Shrimp (Low Carb, Gluten Free).
Zucchini Noodle Stir Fry With Shrimp (Low Carb, Gluten Free). Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

This Zucchini Noodle Stir Fry with Shrimp is a great low carb dinner that is packed with flavor.  I used peanut butter powder in the sauce to lower the fat and zucchini noodles to lower the carbs.  

Get the Recipe: Zucchini Noodle Stir Fry with Shrimp

Penne Arrabbiata with Chili Crisp

Penne Arrabbiata with Chili Crisp.
Penne Arrabbiata with Chili Crisp. Photo Credit: Seasonal Cravings

This is the simplest but most delicious dinner you will ever make for your family. With only a few ingredients it is the ultimate in flavor and comfort. Arrabbiata means “angry” in Italian so you know this one is spicy!

Get the Recipe: Penne Arrabbiata with Chili Crisp

Skinny Roasted Cod With Tomatoes

Skinny Roasted Cod With Tomatoes.
Skinny Roasted Cod With Tomatoes. Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

Skinny Roasted Cod With Tomatoes is a huge weeknight win.  The fish is mild, tender and flavorful and the roasted tomatoes are super sweet.

Get the Recipe: Skinny Roasted Cod With Tomatoes

Sheet Pan Maple Salmon

Sheet Pan Maple Salmon.
Sheet Pan Maple Salmon. Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

Sheet Pan Maple Salmon is an easy 7 ingredient meal that comes together in under 30 minutes. The tender salmon is coated in a sticky maple glaze and cooks on a sheet pan with broccoli and baby potatoes for an easy one-pan dinner. 

Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Maple Salmon

Salmon Piccata

Gluten Free Salmon Piccata.
Gluten Free Salmon Piccata. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

Get a healthy dose of omega-3 fats with this quick and delicious Gluten Free Salmon Piccata.  This gluten-free dish is fresh, lemony, and salty and comes together in under 20 minutes.

Get the Recipe: Gluten Free Salmon Piccata

Sheet Pan Baked Cod with Butternut Squash

Sheet Pan Baked Cod with Butternut Squash.
Sheet Pan Baked Cod with Butternut Squash. Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

This Sheet Pan Baked Cod with Butternut Squash is vibrant, flavorful, and packed with wholesome ingredients. If you’re looking for an easy weeknight dinner that is both healthy and delicious, look no further!

Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Baked Cod with Butternut Squash

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