88 All-Time Best Dinner Recipes

It's easy to get something simple and nutritious on the table with our community's top dinner recipes. We've rounded up our most-popular main dishes, sides and salads — here's what you want to eat for dinner right now.

Ground Beef Gyros

"Super yummy. I love that I can recreate one of my favorite foods so easily at home."

-Logans Mommy

Lasagna

"Super delicious meal! I paired it with salad I prepared and fresh Italian loaf from my local supermarket!"

-Blitzy P.

The Best Easy Beef & Broccoli Stir-Fry

"Wow, an easy dish with excellent flavor and no packaged spice/sauce mix loaded with MSG."

-jlmh67456

The Ultimate Greek Salad

"The dressing was absolutely heavenly. Make sure to use red wine vinegar — don't substitute!"

-TheCookingNurse

Easy Stovetop Macaroni 'n' Cheese

"This was excellent, exactly what you want mac and cheese to be: decadent and saucy."

-Nougat

Bev's Spaghetti Sauce

"This is an excellent recipe for spaghetti sauce. You can really tell a difference between jar sauce and this sauce. I will use this as my go to recipe for sauce in the future!"

-Ginny Ax

Perfect Southern Fried Chicken

"This is an outstanding recipe. When I found this I decided I didn't need to look for the perfect fried chicken recipe any more—I already had it."

-PanNan

Chicken Fried Rice

"We made this for dinner tonight using chicken from a rotisserie chicken I had bought during the week. It was so good."

-Sandra B.

Sloppy Joes

"I used this recipe to build a vegetarian sloppy joe with mashed kidney beans and it was amazing! The perfect comfort food!"

-SAHS7930

Chicken Parmesan

"Delicious! Definitely going to be a favorite go-to."

-trix1017

Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes

"We loved the flavor and they had the perfect crispness."

-DonnaRae

Simple Pasta Toss

"Very nice and easy pasta dish with ingredients that are readily available. I preseasoned the chicken for a little spice."

-Vicki in CT

Scalloped Potatoes

"This has become my go-to potato recipe. There is not a single person I have made it for that doesn't LOVE them. Can't go wrong with this one."

-emilyrrg

Jo Mama's World Famous Spaghetti

"I won't be buying the bottled sauce anymore! The sauce is nice and thick, and I like the sausage in the sauce."

-mosscom

Turkey Meatloaf

"My family was shocked that it was turkey. Very good taste."

-Irma C.

Mexican Rice

"I have never in my born days had such tempting, tantalizing and tremendous tasting rice! You MUST wash the rice. It absolutely does make a difference."

-Andi of Longmeadow Farm

Pizza Meatloaf Cups

"I cannot believe how super fast and easy this is! My kids loved it, and I will be repeating the recipe often!"

-Julie

Stovetop Tuna Casserole

"This is super quick and easy to make. It is just perfect for those nights when you need to prepare dinner quickly."

-Lavender Lynn

Perfect Basic White Rice

"I've banished the boil in the bag variety and retired my rice cooker because of this tried and true recipe!"

-Jug OMud

Perfect Rump Roast

"Wow, I will never make a rump roast another way. This is incredible! So juicy and flavorful."

-Chef #431830

Japanese Mum's Chicken

"It just doesn't get better than this chicken. I have double the recipe when I cook it because my family loves it so much. It's a regular at our dinner table!"

-Mom on the move

Famous Challah

"This has become the challah recipe that I will pass down to my children. Seriously the best challah I have ever had."

-Ezzies Mama

Sweet & Sour Chicken

"This is pretty darn good. I've made it twice and I'll make it again!"

-mtchbx20

Potato and Buffalo Chicken Casserole

"This recipe was amazing. Even the kids loved it and went back for more."

-kristy6780

Skillet Tarragon Chicken

"This chicken is so good! I took one bite and was in heaven."

-Charmie777

Lemon Baked Cod

"This was outstanding — really moist and tender. I used breadcrumbs instead of the flour, and it came out perfect."

-nancy31846

Oven Barbecue Ribs

"This method is awesome! Fabulous ribs, and clean up is so easy!"

-rebecca93105_8841379

Balsamic Chicken Thighs

"This recipe is phenomenal. The sauce is delicious, and incredibly easy to make."

-Cluich

The Perfect Burger

"This was the first time I attempted to prepare my own patties, and I will never buy frozen burgers again. This was the best burger I have ever had!"

-stinsniper ..

Tabbouleh Salad (Parsley Salad)

"Can you say scrumptious? This is even better than the one I had at a restaurant. It's absolutely fantastic, light and refreshing."

-Ann Cecile

Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

"If you aren't a fan of spicy then tone down on the cajun seasoning, but I loved it just how it was!"

-sumirczopek

Cheese, Potato & Sausage Casserole

"Great recipe! My family absolutely loved it. The Velveeta cheese made this dish a hit."

-mother_earth

General Tso's Chicken

"Wow! This is just like at a Chinese restaurant, especially the crunchiness of the chicken. The cornstarch slurry is a trip. Is it a solid? A liquid? I dunno, but it works somehow!"

-dustindmnd2

Chicken Pot Pie

"This pot pie recipe is so versatile. You can change the protein and veggies to anything you want!"

-kfinkle

Beer Bread

"This recipe is so delicious. People raved over the crispy, buttery texture on the crust and the sweet, soft flavorful middle."

-justbreathe

Southern Buttermilk Biscuits

"These biscuits were exceptional — tender and moist."

-Lennie

Loaded Baked Potato Soup

"I love being able to make this soup in the slow cooker, and it's my husband's favorite!"

-Julie N.

Ground Beef Stuffed Green Bell Peppers

"These are the best stuffed peppers I have ever had. This is the only recipe I use!"

-katernst

Traditional Irish Shepherd's Pie

Absolutely phenomenal. The flavor was incredible, and it was so simple."

-Andy P.

Melt-In-Your-Mouth Chicken Breasts

"I sprinkled the chicken with parsley, oregano and thyme, and it gave it an awesome twist."

-Carie R

30-Minute Chicken & Dumplings

"Very easy to make, delicious and comforting!"

-SharonChen

Oven-Roasted Greek Potatoes

"This is foolproof! For an easy meal, toss in chicken breasts or lean pork chops and bake dinner in one pan."

-Chef #483307

Classic Potato Salad

"A classic potato salad! There was a moment when I felt young again, back at my parents' house laughing the summer evening away. I love the way a good meal can do that!"

-ryli

Zuppa Toscana

"This is the absolute family favorite. My kids never agree on food and this is one they all beg for. So very good."

-Wanda H.

Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas

"Delicious! My Mexican-food-loving hubby gobbled these up! The sauce is wonderful, and I seasoned the chicken with a bit of taco seasoning."

-em*n*me

Bourbon Chicken

"OMG! I have died and gone to heaven. The chicken was tender, juicy and delicious."

-The Boopster

Simple Baked Chicken Drumsticks

"It's so simple, yet so delicious! I topped it off with a squeeze of lemon before serving. I couldn't get enough, and ate everything straight to the bone."

-Chef #1800657884

Chicken-Macaroni Casserole

"Perfect comfort food! I added peas and used a rotisserie chicken to make it even easier and couldn't have loved it more!"

-nv_watsons_8039922

Creamy Burrito Casserole

"This casserole is great! It was easy to put together, and I used low-fat versions of the ingredients."

-ellie

Chicken Tikka Masala

"Yum! I am a chicken tikka masala snob, and this was delicious. I've been trying to re-create this dish at home for years, and this is the best!"

-Aimchick

Chicken Tortilla Soup

"This soup is basic, but delicious. It can easily be customized to suit individual tastes."

-Susan O.

Fantastic Taco Casserole

"We love tacos, but our 3-year-old gets frustrated because they are hard for him to eat. This is the perfect solution!"

-Peppermint Wind

Broil a Perfect Steak

"I was happy to have this recipe during the winter when we couldn't use our grill. The steaks got a great sear on the outside, but they stayed nice and pink on the inside."

-Baby Duck

Award Winning Chili

"Wow! I think this is going to be my go-to recipe! I made some adjustments based on what I had in my pantry, but the flavor is great!"

-suzannematthys

Simple Oven-Roasted Corn on the Cob

"This was so easy and delicious! All we had to do was sprinkle with some salt and pepper and chow down."

-DeliciousAsItLooks

Angel Chicken Pasta

"I served this with a glass of Chardonnay and it was a big hit. It's very easy to make and very flavorful."

-Denise!

Slow-Cooker White Chicken Chili

"An amazing recipe. I don't know what makes it so good, but yum! We keep the makings for this recipe in our house at all times for cold, snowy days — it's our go-to comfort food recipe!"

-LynnM1223

Broccoli Cheese Soup

"The broccoli was perfectly soft, and the soup was an excellent consistency."

-Carley C.

Oven-baked Parmesan Chicken Strips

"This recipe is simple to make and the chicken tastes great. It has just enough seasoning and cheese."

-anniesnomsblog

Copycat Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits

"This is the real thing! The secret to being light and fluffy? Don't overmix!"

-Boomer1952

Chicken Alfredo

"Wow. The whole family gobbled this chicken Alfredo down so fast. We will definitely have this over and over again"

-WINNIE246

Crock Pot Chicken à La Antoinette

"This was the first slow-cooker dish I've ever made and it was absolutely delicious."

-basia1

Curry Chicken

"I love how simple this recipe is. If I don't have a lot of time, I pop this in the oven for a delicious dinner."

-Mama Wendy

Meatloaf

"This is my favorite meatloaf recipe. It's moist and bakes with a delicious crust."

-Archie's Little Cookie

Hamburger Stroganoff

"This stroganoff is quick, easy and tasty. It's great for a busy weeknight."

-Missyb33

Thin Pizza Crust

"Oh my goodness — if I could give this recipe 20 million stars, I would."

-Nika The Mad Baker

King Ranch Chicken

"Holy cow, this recipe was so good I had to make it two nights in a row!"

-Sidd

Amish Chicken

"This chicken is so juicy and flavorful and it browns perfectly. Plus the sauce is thick and creamy."

-*Parsley*

The Very Best Salisbury Steak

"When I added the French onion soup to the ground beef, I knew it would be a winner. If you plan to serve this with mashed potatoes, double or even triple the gravy!"

-Christmas Carol

Beef Nacho Crescent Bake

"These crescents are wonderful. They are so cute and easy to make."

-Lainey6605

Italian Sausage Dog

"The full-bodied flavor of the sauce is great with the sausage, then topped with all that melted cheese. This is a spicy treat."

-loof

Flat Iron Steak with Parmesan Sauce

"This is a super tasty steak dinner! Throw some shrimp in with the onion mixture for a surf and turf meal."

-sexymommalucas

Baked Salmon

"Second time making this recipe for my boyfriend and I. We both love it!"

-Jaquai R.

Lemon Pepper Chicken Breasts

"This was the most flavorful chicken I have ever tasted. I won't make lemon pepper chicken any other way."

-rebekahhwallace21

Sesame Crusted Tuna Steaks

"This was my first try at cooking tuna steak at home and I loved this recipe. It was so easy and tasty."

-OMA JUDY

Frank and Potato Bake

"Everything about this recipe is absolutely perfect. It is so simple and has fantastic flavor."

-Debbb

Teriyaki Pork Chops

"These pork chops are so tasty. I love the addition of the orange juice."

-diner524

Garlic and Oregano Skillet Chicken

"I love the flavors from the butter-herb mixture. Everything is so moist, tender and loaded with flavor."

-Paka

Pulled Pork BBQ

"The only problem with this recipe is waiting the 6 hours with the scrumptious smell permeating the house."

-farfam6

Perfect Slow-Cooker Pot Roast

"Easiest and tastiest roast I've had in a long time!"

-chinasmom2000

Crusty French Bread

"So good! I've been making bread for years now, and this is the quickest, best-tasting bread you will find."

-adrienne567

Easy Oven-Baked Cod

"This was such an easy, great recipe! I loved the lemon zest in the breadcrumb mixture."

-Maven in the Making

Corned Beef & Cabbage

"We use Guinness Beer. Use a good beer because it makes this recipe even more delicious!"

-parcels

Asian Noodle Bowl

"The flavors of the pasta with the veggies and creamy Asian sauce go so well together. This makes for a delightful meal."

-Lalaloula

Best Ever Bruschetta

"I added fresh spinach and portobello mushrooms for a heartier bruschetta. Perfection!"

-Sue F.

Properly Prepared Spaghetti Squash

"A perfect recipe! This has much better flavor and texture than traditional steaming."

-Linorama

Teriyaki Chicken Noodle Salad

"Really enjoyed this recipe! I used udon noodles, and it was so easy to prepare."

-Julie F

Yakisoba

"This was a huge hit! The kids got up this morning and asked if there were leftovers (there weren't)."

-Teresa B.

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