20 Home-Cooked Dinner Recipes

If you're anything like me, you probably love dinner recipes that are homemade but don't require you to camp out in the kitchen all night. Over the years, I've collected a handful of family-favorite dinners-you'll find hearty dinner ideas, pasta dinner recipes, one-pan meals, and dump-and-go crockpot recipes.

These 20 home-cooked dinner recipes are simple enough for busy weeknights and enough to serve for the whole family to enjoy.

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• Creamy Pasta Tartufata with Chicken
• Creamy Lemon Chicken Thighs with Dijon and Parsley
• 4-Ingredient Ravioli Lasagna Casserole
• Creamy Porcini Chicken with Buckwheat
• Crispy Fried Sweet and Sour Chicken with Cauliflower over Rice
• Creamy Dill Salmon Pasta
• Pepperoni Pizza Mac and Cheese
• Cheesy Baked Tortellini
• Chicken in Creamy Mushroom Sauce with Buckwheat Groats
• Homestyle Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
• Honey Garlic Chicken with Broccoli
• Crockpot Chicken Marsala
• Lazy Crockpot Lasagna
• Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef
• Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon
• Creamed Spinach Stuffed Chicken
• One Pan Roasted Chicken and Vegetables
• Crockpot Slow Cooker Rump Roast
• Crockpot Honey Garlic Soy Spare Ribs
• Instant Pot Pork Lo Mein
• Tender Slow Cooker Mississippi Chicken
• Beef Strip Fajita Wraps

Creamy Pasta Tartufata with Chicken

Creamy Pasta Tartufata with Chicken combines tender pasta and juicy chicken in a velvety truffle sauce, creating a luxurious dish with deep, earthy notes and a smooth finish.

Creamy Lemon Chicken Thighs with Dijon and Parsley

A rich cream sauce flavored with lemon and Dijon coats golden chicken thighs, while parsley adds freshness to this Creamy Lemon Chicken Thighs with Dijon and Parsley recipe.

4-Ingredient Ravioli Lasagna Casserole

This 4-Ingredient Ravioli Lasagna Casserole is a total win. Frozen ravioli, seasoned ground beef, pasta sauce, and gooey mozzarella come together in a hot, cheesy casserole that's ready to feed your family with minimal effort.

Creamy Porcini Chicken with Buckwheat

Creamy Porcini Chicken with Buckwheat combines rich mushrooms, tender chicken, and a silky sauce, all balanced with the nutty taste of buckwheat.

Crispy Fried Sweet and Sour Chicken with Cauliflower over Rice

Crispy Fried Sweet and Sour Chicken with Cauliflower over Rice combines juicy fried chicken, a glossy sweet and sour sauce, and steamed rice with cauliflower for a full, flavorful meal.

Creamy Dill Salmon Pasta

With its mix of creamy sauce, flaky salmon, and a touch of dill, Creamy Dill Salmon Pasta is ready in under 30 minutes.

Pepperoni Pizza Mac and Cheese

Baked with gooey cheese, savory tomato sauce, and a layer of crispy pepperoni, Pepperoni Pizza Mac and Cheese combines two comfort food favorites in one hearty dish.

Cheesy Baked Tortellini

Cheesy Baked Tortellini layers tender pasta with seasoned beef, rich tomato sauce, and plenty of melted cheese, baked together until hot and bubbly.

Chicken in Creamy Mushroom Sauce with Buckwheat Groats

Chicken in Creamy Mushroom Sauce with Buckwheat Groats brings together tender chicken and earthy mushrooms simmered in a silky cream sauce, served with hearty buckwheat groats that soak up all the flavor.

Homestyle Spaghetti with Meat Sauce

Homestyle Spaghetti with Meat Sauce hits the spot. Simple pasta, hearty ground beef, and a rich, flavorful sauce come together to make a classic Italian meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners.

Honey Garlic Chicken with Broccoli

Tender chicken coated in a sweet garlic sauce and served with crisp broccoli makes this Honey Garlic Chicken with Broccoli a simple, flavorful dish.

Crockpot Chicken Marsala

Crockpot Chicken Marsala cooks low and slow with chicken, mushrooms, and Marsala wine, creating a deep, rich sauce that's full of flavor.

Lazy Crockpot Lasagna

Layers of tender pasta, rich tomato sauce, seasoned meat, and plenty of cheese melt together in the slow cooker to make Lazy Crockpot Lasagna.

Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef

Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef has thin slices of beef cooked until tender in a sauce of soy, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger, giving it a rich balance of sweet and savory flavors.

Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon

Glazed with a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce, salmon cooks in the air fryer until tender inside and lightly caramelized on the outside, making Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon full of flavor in every bite.

Creamed Spinach Stuffed Chicken

Juicy chicken breasts are filled with creamy spinach and baked until golden, turning Creamed Spinach Stuffed Chicken into a rich and flavorful main dish.

One Pan Roasted Chicken and Vegetables

Seasoned chicken roasts on a single pan with a mix of vegetables like carrots, zucchini, broccoli, and bell peppers, making One Pan Roasted Chicken and Vegetables a simple, hearty meal.

Crockpot Slow Cooker Rump Roast

A rump roast simmers slowly with baby potatoes, carrots, and savory broth until the beef is fork-tender, making Crockpot Slow Cooker Rump Roast a complete one-pot meal.

Crockpot Honey Garlic Soy Spare Ribs

Glazed in a sticky blend of honey, garlic, and soy, Crockpot Honey Garlic Soy Spare Ribs cook low and slow until the meat is fall-off-the-bone tender.

Instant Pot Pork Lo Mein

Instant Pot Pork Lo Mein twirls together juicy strips of pork, crisp vegetables, and springy noodles, all coated in a glossy soy-based sauce that cooks perfectly in the Instant Pot.

Tender Slow Cooker Mississippi Chicken

Tender Slow Cooker Mississippi Chicken is slow-cooked with ranch seasoning, butter, and peppers until it becomes juicy and perfectly shred-ready. This hearty dish is simple to prepare yet rich in flavor, making it an easy choice for sandwiches, rice bowls, or a comforting dinner straight from the pot.

Beef Strip Fajita Wraps

Beef Strip Fajita Wraps bring together tender strips of seasoned beef, sautéed peppers and onions, and a hint of spice, all tucked into a warm tortilla for a quick, flavor-packed meal that's as satisfying as it is easy to make.