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    Main Dishes

    Main dishes are the center of the table, so why not make them memorable? These recipes are easy to follow, full of flavor, and perfect for any occasion. Browse through our favorites below and discover your new go-to dinner ideas.

    Chicken Sandwiches & More

    Crispy, saucy, and packed with flavor, these chicken sandwiches are anything but ordinary. Try one of these bold twists when you want a handheld dinner that hits the spot.

    • A grilled chicken Caesar sandwich stacked on a toasted ciabatta roll, topped with creamy Caesar-dressed chopped romaine and shredded Parmesan.
      Chicken Caesar Sandwich
    • hot honey chicken sandwich showing crispy chicken, slaw, and pickles on a sesame seed bun.
      Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich
    • closeup of a jerk chicken sandwich recipes on a hamburger bun with slaw and a pineapple slice inside.
      Jamaican Jerk Chicken Sandwich with Slaw & Grilled Pineapple
    • chipotle chicken sandwich showing juicy grilled chicken, cheddar cheese, red onions, tomatoes, and crispy bacon under a sesame bun.
      Chipotle Chicken Sandwich

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    Pasta & Italian Favorites

    Creamy sauces, tender pasta, and golden baked crusts are our most popular Italian-inspired recipes bringing the flavors of Italy to your dinner table.

    • Homemade Chicken Alfredo Recipe
    • Pasta fagioli soup in a bowl from the side on a counter with a spoon and a small part of a slowcooker showing nearby.
      Grandma's Pasta Fagioli Soup Recipe (Crockpot!)
    • Authentic Italian Stromboli Recipe, square image.
      Authentic Italian Stromboli Recipe
    • Pink Sauce over noodles.
      Best Pink Sauce Pasta Recipe

    Comfort Food Classics

    These cozy favorites are perfect when you're craving something warm, cheesy, and filling. Our most nostalgic recipes with a fun twist that the whole family will love.

    • Big Mac sloppy joe piled high with seasoned beef, cheddar, shredded lettuce, and pickles on a sesame bun.
      Big Mac Sloppy Joes
    • Close-up of walking taco casserole showing the textures of shredded lettuce, melted cheese, jalapeño slices, and crunchy Fritos beneath.
      Walking Taco Casserole Bake
    • closeup of beef and elbow noodles in a tomato sauce with shredded cheese and a bay leaf on top
      Cheesy Goulash Recipe
    • chicken and gravy in crock pot recipe, portion in a white bowl, square image.
      Chicken and Gravy in Crock Pot

    Pizza & Flatbreads

    When you want all the cheesy, saucy flavor of pizza without leaving the house, these creative recipes bring pizza night to your table quickly.

    • Garlic Bread Pizza Recipe
    • Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese
    • BBQ chicken flatbread on white plate
      BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza

    Chicken Dinner Ideas

    From the Instant Pot to the air fryer, these chicken dinners make it easy to get a delicious main course on the table without stress.

    • tortilla filled with shredded chicken, cherry tomato, and cheese
      Instant Pot Chicken Tacos
    • Coooked chicken drumsticks with thyme in a serving bowl
      Best Instant Pot Chicken Drumsticks
    • Almond crusted chicken fully cooked on a cutting board
      Air Fryer Almond Crusted Chicken
    • Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps

    What are the easiest main dishes for busy weeknights?

    Some of the quickest options include Instant Pot Chicken Tacos, Garlic Bread Pizza, and Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps. These can be ready in 30 minutes or less.

    What side dishes go well with main courses?

    Main dishes pair well with simple sides like roasted vegetables, salads, rice, mashed potatoes, or garlic bread. For example, Chicken Alfredo is perfect with a crisp green salad and breadsticks.

    Can I make these main dishes ahead of time?

    Yes! Casseroles, pasta bakes, and slow cooker meals are excellent make-ahead options. Dishes like Walking Taco Casserole or Chicken & Gravy in the Crock Pot taste even better the next day.


    • Collage of nine different pasta dishes with title text 18 cozy pasta dinners for any night of the week in the middle of the image.
      18 Cozy Pasta Recipes for Dinner Any Night Of The Week
    • Close-up of a white spoon holding a scoop of homemade Italian seasoning from a jar.
      Best Italian Seasoning Substitute: Easy Seasoning Recipe
    • Spaghetti Muffins
    • Bowl of crockpot enchilada soup topped with tortilla strips, sour cream and cilantro.
      Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup (In The Crock Pot)
    • Salmon en Croute with Cream Cheese
    • spicy shrimp tacos on a plate, 3 of them.
      Spicy Shrimp Tacos With Cilantro, Lime and Slaw
    • drunken noodles with fork in white bowl
      Easy Drunken Noodles (Pad Kee Mow)
    • chick fil a chicken sandwich copycat from the side on a plate square
      Copycat Chick Fil A Chicken Sandwich
    • deep dish pizza premade dough
      Easy Deep Dish Pizza Recipe
    • Cheesy baked rotini in a bowl with a fork.
      Cheesy Baked Rotini Pasta
    • Coconut shrimp on off-white plate with dip in background
      Easy Coconut Shrimp Recipe
    • Creamy Shrimp Pasta Salad
    • Delicious Crab Cake Recipe
    • tuna casserole portion on a dish.
      Tuna Casserole
    • black skillet with a skillet lasagna recipe with bowtie pasta and ground beef in a tomato based sauce garnished with fresh parsley and with a wooden spoon in it.
      Skillet Lasagna

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    Meet the team:

    Fun Recipe Ideas Founders (L-R) Sarah Mock, Sherri Hagymas, Lisa O'Driscoll, Krista Romano, Corinne Schmitt, Kristy Richardson, Alicia Murray, Andrea Updyke

    A weekend away, brainstorming, laughing, eating and of course, wine drinking is all it took for these ambitious women to come together to bring you all the fun recipe ideas you will need to feed your family and entertain your friends. Meet the team...

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