Main Course Recipes

13 recipes

Explore our community collection of main course recipes, shared by home cooks and reviewed for clarity. Each recipe includes a full ingredient list, step-by-step instructions, and estimated nutrition so you can cook with confidence. Save your favorites, generate a shopping list, or chat with any recipe to adapt it to your kitchen.

Creamy Swedish Meatballs🍖 Main

This Swedish-style dish features succulent meat spheres nestled in a velvety, indulgent gravy that's simple to prepare.

⏱ 20 min prep · 🍳 20 min cook · 👥 6 servings · 🔥 397 cal

Swedishmain coursebeef

Creamy Potato Pierogi🍖 Main

These delightful dumplings feature tender pasta pillows stuffed with a luscious blend of whipped potatoes and melted cheese!

⏱ 20 min prep · 🍳 80 min cook · 👥 65 servings · 🔥 109 cal

polishdinnerlunch

Braised Pork Ragu🍖 Main

An indulgent sauce from Italy featuring slow-cooked pork shoulder in savory tomato, paired with smooth polenta.

⏱ 30 min prep · 🍳 210 min cook · 👥 6 servings · 🔥 596 cal

italianmain coursepork

Spiced Southwest Chicken🍖 Main

This zesty chicken dish delivers robust Southwestern seasonings and succulent taste. Use it as a versatile centerpiece for finger foods, rolled sandwiches, or fresh greens.

⏱ 10 min prep · 🍳 10 min cook · 👥 4 servings · 🔥 384 cal

main courseamericanquick

Braised Pork Carnitas🍖 Main

This traditional Mexican specialty features tender pulled pork that's been slow-cooked until falling apart. The straightforward preparation consistently delivers moist, flavorful meat that's absolutely irresistible.

⏱ 15 min prep · 🍳 150 min cook · 👥 12 servings · 🔥 209 cal

mexicanporktacos

Classic Ground Beef Tacos🍖 Main

The best ever homemade version of white people tacos, including pico de gallo and guacamole

⏱ 45 min prep · 🍳 40 min cook · 👥 6 servings · 🔥 1398 cal

tacostex-mexground beef

Seasoned Oven Baked Chicken Breast🍖 Main

This recipe delivers the ultimate method for roasting chicken breast in your oven: coat the meat liberally with spices, then let it cook until wonderfully moist and tender!

⏱ 10 min prep · 🍳 20 min cook · 👥 6 servings · 🔥 225 cal

chickeneasyquick

Rosemary Garlic Lamb Chops🍖 Main

Tender lamb chops baked to perfection with a classic blend of fresh rosemary, aromatic garlic, and basic seasonings.

⏱ 10 min prep · 🍳 15 min cook · 👥 4 servings · 🔥 380 cal

lambmain courseroasted

Chicken Piccata🍖 Main

This classic dish features delicate poultry cutlets cooked in a tangy caper and citrus butter sauce enhanced with white wine.

⏱ 20 min prep · 🍳 30 min cook · 👥 4 servings · 🔥 530 cal

chickenItalianMediterranean

Creamy Chicken Broccoli Pasta🍖 Main

This beloved dish brings together succulent poultry and fresh green florets, all coated in a luscious from-scratch creamy mixture that will have you coming back for seconds.

⏱ 10 min prep · 🍳 20 min cook · 👥 6 servings · 🔥 359 cal

comfort foodpastachicken

Ham and Cheese Quesadilla🍖 Main

Ham and cheese for lunch gets an upgrade with ham and cheese in a crispy tortilla.

⏱ 5 min prep · 🍳 5 min cook · 👥 1 servings · 🔥 377 cal

quickeasyamerican

Marry Me Chicken🍖 Main

Succulent, creamy, cheesy chicken in a sun-dried tomato sauce that's fuss-free but impressive. Perfect for a special dinner that's sure to impress.

⏱ 5 min prep · 🍳 25 min cook · 👥 4 servings · 🔥 566 cal

chickencreamyitalian

Baked Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon🍖 Main

Put a quick dinner on the table with this Baked Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon recipe. It's easy to make and tastes delicious - perfect for busy weeknights!

⏱ 10 min prep · 🍳 10 min cook · 👥 4 servings · 🔥 320 cal

main coursequickeasy

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