Craving comfort food that never disappoints? Discover these 35 finger-licking recipes that always deliver the warmth and satisfaction you need. From cheesy casseroles to hearty soups, these dishes are perfect for bringing a touch of comfort to any meal.
Each recipe is easy to follow and uses simple ingredients, ensuring that you can whip up something delicious without any fuss.
Slow-Cooker Mustard Chicken and Potatoes
This Crockpot Mustard Chicken with Potatoes is all about turning a classic dinner recipe into an easy, hearty, and delicious meal the whole family will love. You can’t go wrong with this one! Slow-Cooker Mustard Chicken and Potatoes
Easy Korean Beef and Rice
If you’re looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, then try this Korean beef and rice! It’s the perfect combination of flavors for a meal that’s going to become a new family favorite! With a few pantry staples, you can make a delicious meal from start to finish in just 15 minutes! Get the recipe.
Sun Dried Tomato Alfredo with Zucchini Spaghetti
Creamy, flavorful, a bit sweet and tart, this Sun Dried Tomato Alfredo With Zucchini Spaghetti will make a quick and easy dinner recipe that is perfect for busy weekdays, but is also delicious and satisfying for a Sunday family meal. Get the recipe.
Homemade Pork and Bean Recipe
Craving a delicious dish that’s quick and easy to make? This Homemade Pork and Beans recipe is the one for you! With tender chunks of pork shoulder, crispy bacon, and soft navy beans, it’s a dish that's as satisfying as it looks! What’s best is that it’s ready from scratch in just 35 minutes! Get the recipe.
French Mustard Chicken
Get ready to be swept off your feet by the delectable Creamy Dreamy Mustard Chicken Recipe that will leave you craving for more. This is a traditional French dish that boasts of exceptional taste and flavor. Get the recipe.
Award-Wining Chili Recipe
This Prize Winning Chili Recipe is a definite crowd-pleaser that you won't want to miss out on. If you're tired of dull and one-dimensional chili dishes that taste like beef stew, look no further.
This winning chili recipe has a unique ingredient that adds to its delicious flavor profile. It's the perfect comfort meal for cold weather that your whole family will love. Get the recipe.
Shelled Mussels in a Sour Cream Sauce
This dinner recipe is unbelievably fast and effortless, and only calls for a few simple ingredients. The Garlic Mussels In Sour Cream Sauce are a comforting seafood dish that's ideal for those hectic weeknights when you don't have the energy to cook. Get the recipe.
Hearty and Quick Bean Stew
No time for a complex meal? This White Bean Tomato Stew is a simple and quick dish that doesn't compromise on flavor. It's healthy, hearty and satisfying. Get the recipe.
Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken
In just 30 minutes, you can indulge in the decadent and delightful Stovetop Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken skillet meal that's bursting with flavor.
This easy recipe is prepared in one pan and features a luscious creamy honey mustard cream sauce that complements rice, potatoes, and roasted veggies incredibly well. Get the recipe.
Stuffed Potato Skins
Fully Loaded Stuffed Potato Skins. You can’t go wrong with potatoes, bacon, cheese and all the fixings! Get the recipe.
Garbanzo Beans and Kale Stew
This Garbanzo Beans and Kale Stew is a hearty and healthy dish great to be enjoyed on its own or over rice or pasta. It’s easy to make, nutritious and great for meal prep, too. Made in one pan with protein-packed chickpeas that are flavorful and a bit spicy. Get the recipe.
Parmesan Crusted Salmon and Green Beans
A healthy, quick, and filling dinner option, this Sheet Pan Salmon Oreganata with Green Beans and Potatoes is sure to please everyone. Featuring a crispy coating and zesty flavors, this baked salmon recipe is incredibly easy and is sure to become a new favorite for your family. Get the recipe.
Thai Eggplant Red Curry
This Thai Eggplant Red Curry is simple yet flavor packed meal perfect for meal prep or busy weeknights. Zucchini and tofu add richness and nutrients to this already healthy freezer-friendly dish. Made in one pot and ready in just 30 minutes. Get the recipe.
Puttanesca Beans with Garlic Bread
If you love spaghetti puttanesca, you’ll love this creamy bean version! All of the flavors of puttanesca are in bean form. Serve these puttanesca beans on its own, over crispy toast, or with polenta. Get the recipe.
Meatballs and Gravy (IKEA-Inspired)
It's Meatballs and Gravy Recipe - IKEA-inspired meatballs made with ground beef and turkey that are seared till brown and crispy and then simmered in the best ever homemade gravy. This hearty and satisfying dish is sure to become new family's favorite. Get the recipe.
White Bean and Mushroom Soup
This White Bean Mushroom Soup is super easy to make, comforting, and satisfying. Made with fresh vegetables and pantry staples, this is an easy vegan soup packed with plant-based protein and lots of flavors. Get the recipe.
Creamy Cod Piccata
This Easy Cod Piccata in a creamy Piccata sauce makes a quick 30-minute dinner recipe your family will love. Creamy, a bit briny and so so good! Get the recipe.
Creamy Salmon Pasta
This Easy and Creamy Salmon Pasta features quickly seared salmon tossed in a creamy smoky sauce along with your favorite pasta. This hearty and satisfying dish is loaded with flavor and comes together in no time. Get the recipe.
Polish Dill Pickle Soup
Dill Pickle Soup is an all-time favorite soup recipe for busy weeknights. It requires merely 30 minutes of your time and provides you with a hearty and satisfying bite. This easy soup is savory, creamy and kids love it too. Perfect for lunch or dinner, especially in cold winter weather. Get the recipe.
Slow Cooker Balsamic Pork
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.
Chicken and Orzo Risotto
One Pot Dinners have never been more delicious! If you're a fan of risotto, then you'll like this new twist on Italian classic. Chicken and Vegetable Orzo Risotto is loaded with comforting flavors and is made entirely in one pot. Weeknight comforting meals made easy! Get the recipe.
Baked Chicken Mustard Meatballs
These Baked Mustard Chicken Meatballs feature lightly seared balls of ground chicken, rice, and spices baked in a creamy mustard sauce. The recipe makes plenty of meatballs to satisfy your hungry family on busy weeknights. Get the recipe.
Spanish Chicken and Rice
This Spanish Chicken and Rice dish is packed with flavor and provides a hearty and comforting meal that can be prepared in one pot. It's an excellent choice for a family dinner, whether it's a busy weeknight or a relaxed Sunday evening. Get the recipe.
Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Perfectly tender baked zucchini loaded with sweet sausage, creamy tomato sauce, and cheese. Get the recipe.
Sweet and Sour Chicken
Classic Chinese sweet and sour chicken (Hong Kong Style) is made with pineapple, peppers, onions, and crispy chicken, tossed in a sweet and sour sauce with the perfect balance of tanginess to sweetness. Get the recipe.
Spicy Chicken Soup
With half a chicken & two types of chili this is THE spicy chicken soup you need when you're craving something cosy and spicy. Done in under an hour, packed full of flavor & textures and low in carbs - this is a soup you don't want to miss! Get the recipe.
Cheesy Tortellini Casserole
This cheap & cheesy Tortellini Casserole is a weeknight favorite done in 25 minutes with just 5 ingredients. A cheesy tortellini al forno that's packed with flavor, and a dish the whole family will love. It also heats up really well for delicious leftovers! Get the recipe.
Chicken Fried Rice
This chicken fried rice recipe is a game-changer, combining tender chicken, peas and carrots, and leftover rice into a Chinese takeout dish that's bursting with flavor. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, this Chinese classic is a recipe you'll come back to time and again. Get the recipe.
Italian Farro Bean Soup
This farro soup is a must save for cold months! Beans, farro, tomatoes and vegetables in an aromatic broth. Simple, healthy and easy– this Italian farro soup recipe is delicious. Get the recipe.
Lebanese Moussaka
Lebanese cuisine is renowned for its unique blend of flavors, textures, and ingredients. This Lebanese Moussaka aka Maghmour, features the flavors and textures of this beautiful cuisine. Hearty, healthy, and delicious, this naturally vegan stew will become a regular in your kitchen. Get the recipe.
Lentil Pasta
This Lentil Pasta has the perfect combination of hearty and healthy. The rich, flavorful sauce, the texture of the lentils against the soft pasta, and the hint of spice from the red pepper flakes all come together to create a dish that's truly irresistible. The finishing touch of fresh parsley adds a burst of freshness, making every bite a delight. Get the recipe.
Baked Chicken Drumsticks with Veggies
Need a quick and easy dinner? These chicken drumsticks are baked in the oven with loads of veggies for a hands-off, weeknight friendly meal the whole family will love. This is a sheet pan dinner you don't want to miss. Get the recipe.
Easy Ground Beef Goulash Recipe
Kid-friendly, Quick, and easy Beef Goulash made with ground beef is great for any busy night of the week when you want something satisfying yet fast that the whole family will enjoy. There is nothing authentic about this goulash recipe. There is no slow-simmering involved. This easy meal is one of the quickest I cook. Get the recipe.
30-Minute Bourbon Chicken
This Sheet Pan Kielbasa and Veggies is a quick and fuss-free dinner recipe for busy weeknights. Just dump all of the ingredients on a cooking tray and bake. This recipe can be made with regular sausages and any vegetables you have in your fridge. Get the recipe.
Garlic Butter Turkey Meatballs
These Garlic Butter Turkey Meatballs are quick, easy, versatile, and so delicious. Ready in about 30 minutes, they can be served in a variety of ways, and can easily be adapted to be keto-friendly.
Whip them up for a quick dinner, and watch them become a new family favorite! Garlic Butter Turkey Meatballs
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Iryna Bychkiv is the founder and writer of the culinary website Lavender & Macarons, where she shares clean, European-inspired recipes that are delicious, easy to prepare, and made with wholesome ingredients. Iryna loves creating meals that are simple yet healthy and unique, including vegan and vegetarian recipes.
Iryna is also a freelance writer for MSN and Associated Press Wire.
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