A comforting bowl of white bean soup, perfect for the winter season. Served with a side of warm bread.

Winter Comfort Food Dinners

As the holidays fade away and winter takes hold, there’s no better way to embrace the season than by indulging in a comforting, soul-warming dinner after a brisk day. We’ve got you covered with a selection of winter comfort food dinners that are not only simple to prepare but also certain to elicit a delighted dance from your taste buds. From timeless stews to indulgent cheesy casseroles, these recipes are crafted to fill your home with enticing aromas and your stomach with sheer joy.

Sheet Pan Brown Sugar Pork Chops

Pork chops with brown sugar.
Sheet Pan Brown Sugar Pork Chops. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

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! {gluten-free, dairy free}
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Brown Sugar Pork Chops

Slow Cooker Barbecue Pork

A pub staple - a pulled pork sandwich topped with coleslaw and accompanied by a refreshing beer.
Slow Cooker Barbecue Pork. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

​​This easy Slow Cooker Barbecue Pork recipe is a no-fuss and no-prep recipe perfect for busy weeknights and summer potlucks. Toss 3 common ingredients into your slow cooker in the morning for a flavorful meal in the evening that the whole family will love.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Barbecue Pork

Pork Tostadas With Mango Salsa

Pork tostados with lime on parchment paper.
Pork Tostadas with Mango Salsa. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

Pork Tostadas with Mango Salsa are a fresh and easy take on the 30 minute or less dinner. They are easy to make, use minimal ingredients and are full of fresh flavor. Tender and juicy marinated pork makes this a favorite in our house.
Get the Recipe: Pork Tostadas With Mango Salsa

Maple Bacon Pork Tenderloin

Bacon wrapped pork on a wooden cutting board.
Maple Bacon Pork Tenderloin. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

Maple Bacon Pork Tenderloin is a smoky, flavorful dish that the family will love. Bacon makes everything better, right? {gluten free}
Get the Recipe: Maple Bacon Pork Tenderloin

Slow Cooker Balsamic Pork

Slow Cooker Balsamic Pork. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

This Slow Cooker Balsamic Pork will be a hit with your family, I promise. It takes a little bit of extra effort at the end to brown it in the oven but those crispy, sweet bits on top are worth it.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Balsamic Pork

Apple Cider Beef Stew

A comforting winter dinner, this stew features tender meat, hearty potatoes, carrots, and a touch of fragrant rosemary.
Apple Cider Beef Stew. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

This Apple Cider Beef Stew is full of comfort. It’s easy to throw together and tastes even better the next day if you have leftovers. It’s the perfect dinner to make for company over the holidays.
Get the Recipe: Apple Cider Beef Stew

Easy Quinoa Chili

A comforting spoonful of winter chili in an orange pot.
Easy Quinoa Chili. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

This Easy Quinoa Chili will become a quick winter dinner favorite. It’s easy to throw together and it’ll comfort and warm you from the inside with one hot and spicy serving!
Get the Recipe: Easy Skinny Quinoa Chili

Sheet Pan Turkey Breast Dinner

Winter comfort dinners with roasted chicken, sweet potatoes, and stuffing on a baking sheet.
Sheet Pan Turkey Breast Dinner. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Turkey is a daunting dish that many only have the energy to cook once a year, but sometimes you just want a quick turkey dinner on a random holiday night. For that, you might prefer this sheet pan turkey breast dinner recipe. You still get all the flavor and deliciousness of cooking a whole bird and sides, but with a simpler method.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Turkey Breast Dinner

Slow Cooker Beef And Noodles With Mushrooms

Comforting Swedish meatballs nestled in a white bowl, garnished with fresh parsley.
Slow Cooker Beef And Noodles With Mushrooms. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Slow cooker beef and noodles with mushrooms is a perfect winter warmer and holiday comfort food. It’s also a great crockpot beef recipe whatever the weather, anytime you want a tasty and heart meal.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Beef And Noodles With Mushrooms

Mushroom Gruyere Chicken And Rice Casserole

Chicken and mushroom casserole in a blue dish, perfect for comforting winter dinners.
Mushroom Gruyere Chicken And Rice Casserole. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This hearty and creamy chicken and rice casserole is perfect for warming the soul on a chilly evening. It’s made with simple ingredients such as chicken, mushrooms, celery, cream, and lemon, and pairs with any colorful side dishes you want to offer alongside. This is a versatile recipe that’s just as well received at a dinner party as on any cold winter evening.
Get the Recipe: Mushroom Gruyere Chicken And Rice Casserole

The Absolute Best Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup

Three bowls of comforting soup on a wooden table.
The Absolute Best Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Prepare to be blown away by this slow cooker lasagna soup recipe! There are quite a few ingredients that go into a crockpot lasagna soup but it’s an easy crockpot Italian dinner that makes for an amazing winter comfort food.
Get the Recipe: The Absolute Best Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup

Instant Pot Pork Loin Roast With Vegetables

A hearty winter dinner featuring succulent pork tenderloin served on a plate alongside savory potatoes and carrots – the ultimate comfort food.
Instant Pot Pork Loin Roast With Vegetables. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Now that the cooler weather is here, you might like to get back into pressure cooking and tasty Instant Pot recipes. This Instant Pot pork loin roast is an especially great recipe because you can make it in a fraction of the time you’d spend using a slow cooker or Dutch oven. Pork roast with vegetables makes a very easy dinner for holiday parties or winter nights with the family.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Pork Loin Roast With Vegetables

How To Make Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak

Comforting Chicken in Gravy cooked in the Crock Pot for cozy Winter Dinners.
How To Make Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak. Photo credit: PinkWhen.

Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak is one awesome winter recipe to make in the Crock Pot. Meat, vegetables, and rice or mashed potatoes smothered in gravy – all the makings of a good comfort food. Just a little prep goes a long way with this delicious family dinner favorite.
Get the Recipe: How To Make Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak

Creamy Roasted Vegetable Soup

A comforting winter dinner featuring a delicious bowl of carrot soup garnished with fresh parsley.
Creamy Roasted Vegetable Soup. Photo credit: Healy Eats Real.

This creamy roasted vegetable soup has fiery, rich flavors and a smooth, pureed texture. Filled with carrots, tomatoes, zucchini, and more, this soup is the perfect comforting dinner for cold, winter evenings. And the best part is that it’s easy to prepare!
Get the Recipe: Creamy Roasted Vegetable Soup

Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie

A comforting dinner dish featuring a slice of pie topped with fragrant sprigs of sage, perfect for winter indulgence.
Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie. Photo credit: Healy Eats Real.

This sweet potato shepherd’s pie is a delicious twist on the classic dish. It combines savory flavor-packed meat and veggie filling with the slightly sweet and creamy texture of whipped sweet potato. It’s a hearty, comforting yet affordable meal that the whole family will love for dinner on a cozy winter night. Plus you can make easy substitutions to customize it to your needs and freeze it for meal prep too!
Get the Recipe: Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie

Minnesota Chicken Wild Rice Soup (Crockpot Recipe!)

Two comforting bowls of chicken and rice soup, perfect for cozy winter dinners.
Minnesota Chicken Wild Rice Soup (Crockpot Recipe!). Photo credit: Bake with Jamie.

This creamy chicken wild rice soup is so easy to make. Simply put the ingredients in the crockpot and let it do it’s thing! The wild rice pairs well with classic flavors and kitchen staples such as onions, garlic, carrots, and celery. Pair the dish with a loaf of crusty bread for the ultimate comfort dinner on a snowy winter evening.
Get the Recipe: Minnesota Chicken Wild Rice Soup (Crockpot Recipe!)

Oxtail Ragu

A comforting winter dinner of pasta with meat and herbs.
Oxtail Ragu. Photo credit: The Pasta Project.

This Italian braised oxtail recipe is an iconic Roman dish that dates back centuries. It is made by slow cooking oxtail in a rich tomato sauce until the meat falls off the bones. As they do in Rome, you can serve this spectacular dish as an oxtail ragu with pasta or with polenta or just with crusty bread to mop up the delicious sauce! The perfect meal to fill up your tummy with warmth on a winter evening.
Get the Recipe: Oxtail Ragu

Beef Tips With Mushroom Gravy

A comforting winter dinner featuring a close up of mushrooms and meat in a sauce.
Beef Tips With Mushroom Gravy. Photo credit: Dinner at the Zoo.

These beef tips are steak pieces that are seared to golden brown perfection, then simmered in a savory mushroom gravy. A comfort food classic that’s easy to make, and the perfect dinner option for a holiday dinner that the whole family will appreciate.
Get the Recipe: Beef Tips With Mushroom Gravy

American Goulash Recipe (One-Pot)

A comforting winter dinner of pasta with meat and vegetables.
American Goulash Recipe (One-Pot). Photo credit: The Forked Spoon.

American Goulash is an easy, one-pot, classic comfort food made with ground beef, tomatoes, and macaroni noodles. You can make this dish year-round, but it’s best served hot on a cold winter evening!
Get the Recipe: American Goulash Recipe (One-Pot)

Easy Chicken Cobbler

A comforting casserole dish perfect for winter dinners, topped with a wooden spoon.
Easy Chicken Cobbler. Photo credit: The Cookin Chicks.

Chicken cobbler is a delicious one-pan meal that combines buttery biscuits, mixed vegetables, and shredded chicken into one hearty dish! This comfort food uses simple ingredients and a shortcut box of cheddar bay biscuit mix! Your cozy winter dinner can be ready for the oven in no time!
Get the Recipe: Easy Chicken Cobbler

Chicken Slow Cooker Enchiladas

Comforting Mexican enchiladas in a white baking dish.
Chicken Slow Cooker Enchiladas. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These Chicken Slow Cooker Enchiladas are spicy, tangy, cheesy, and delicious. Tender chicken, bold enchilada sauce, chewy tortillas, and rich, melty cheese combine to make a dish perfect for a fun holiday dinner party with friends!
Get the Recipe: Chicken Slow Cooker Enchiladas

Merguez Shakshuka

A comforting winter dinner, a skillet filled with eggs and tomato sauce.
Merguez Shakshuka. Photo credit: Chocolates and Chai.

Merguez Shakshuka features just-set eggs simmered in a rich tomato sauce with creamy feta cheese and fresh parsley. Add this savory, meaty recipe to your winter dinner roulette and your family and friends will thank you for it!
Get the Recipe: Merguez Shakshuka

Turkey Meatball Recipe

Warm and satisfying spaghetti and meatballs, a comforting winter dinner, served on a red plate.
Turkey Meatball Recipe. Photo credit: Delicious Table.

A Turkey Meatball recipe that is oven-baked with a special secret for flavorful, tender, moist deliciousness in every bite. You can serve this on hot pasta with spaghetti sauce, in soup, or layered in a cheesy meatball sub sandwich. With just a handful of ingredients, these make a light but filling homemade dinner for lazy winter nights!
Get the Recipe: Turkey Meatball Recipe

Instant Pot Beef Bourguignon

A comforting winter dinner of Irish beef stew sizzling in a pan on a table.
Instant Pot Beef Bourguignon. Photo credit: Cooking with Curls.

Instant Pot Beef Bourguignon, also known as Beef Burgundy, is the ultimate beef stew recipe. Deliciously tender beef chunks are cooked in a rich red wine sauce in a fraction of the time with a pressure cooker. This classic French dish is perfect for cold weather, special occasions, or dinner parties when you need an easy meal to impress your guests!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Beef Bourguignon

Crockpot Swiss Steak Recipe

Two comforting dinners with meat and tomatoes on plates.
Crockpot Swiss Steak Recipe. Photo credit: The Feathered Nester.

When the cold weather chills you to the bone, make a crockpot Swiss steak! This fabulous cube steak recipe features juicy beef with caramelized onions and tomatoes. It’s a simple and scrumptious comfort food meal that’ll warm you up from your head to your toes!
Get the Recipe: Crockpot Swiss Steak Recipe

Turkey Meatball Stroganoff

A comforting winter dinner, enjoy a bowl of pasta with meatballs and mushrooms.
Turkey Meatball Stroganoff. Photo credit: Ugly Duckling Bakery.

This Turkey Meatball Stroganoff is a lighter, one-pot version of the original. Turkey meatballs replace the beef, but it still has mushrooms, onions, and garlic in a classic sour cream, wine, and mustard sauce. Cooking the egg noodles at the same time and you have an easy, one-pot meal to make if you need a warm dinner on a cold winter night.
Get the Recipe: Turkey Meatball Stroganoff

Navy Bean Vegetable Soup

A comforting bowl of white bean soup, perfect for the winter season. Served with a side of warm bread.
Navy Bean Vegetable Soup. Photo credit: Health My Lifestyle.

Navy bean vegetable soup is a comfort food dinner that the whole family will enjoy! This hearty soup is made with pantry staples such as dried beans, spices, and canned tomatoes. Serve hot and steaming to warm you all the way down to your toes!
Get the Recipe: Navy Bean Vegetable Soup

Easy French Onion Soup Recipe Without Wine

A warm and comforting dinner dish featuring melted cheese and freshly baked bread on a rustic wooden cutting board.
Easy French Onion Soup Recipe Without Wine. Photo credit: Clove and Cumin.

French onion soup is a classic French soup made with sweet, caramelized onions and a deeply flavored beef broth – good for a nice, warm dinner on a snowy night. The soup is topped with bread covered with deliciously melted, brown, and bubbly cheese. The combination of melted cheese and bread soaked in the rich, onion-flavored broth creates an iconic combination of textures and flavors that has led this dish to become one of the most famous comfort dishes in French cuisine.
Get the Recipe: Easy French Onion Soup Recipe Without Wine

Asian Chicken Meatball Soup

A comforting bowl of winter soup with delicious meatballs and nutritious vegetables.
Asian Chicken Meatball Soup. Photo credit: Plates by Nat.

When the weather starts to cool down, we all need a hearty delicious soup like this chicken meatball soup. Although the chicken meatballs are made with lean ground chicken, they are so soft and tender, thanks to the egg yolk and a bit of starch mixed in. Also the sesame oil adds a perfect amount of juiciness along with the Asian flavors.
Get the Recipe: Asian Chicken Meatball Soup

Cheeseburger Meatloaf

Comfort Food
Cheeseburger Meatloaf. Photo credit: Delicious Table.

The best juicy Cheeseburger Meatloaf Recipe is bursting with flavor. The ground beef is loaded with a sauteed vegetable and spice mixture, cheeses, wrapped in bacon slices, and baked. Nothing like a good meatloaf to bring to a winter dinner party!
Get the Recipe: Cheeseburger Meatloaf

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