22 elegant meals that are simple but feel high-end
A fancy dinner doesn’t have to mean spending hours in the kitchen or using complicated techniques. With the right recipes, you can create meals that feel elegant and impressive without the stress. These dishes bring a little extra something to the table, making any night feel more special. Whether you are cooking for guests or just want to switch things up, these ideas make it easy to elevate your dinner routine.
Shrimp Fra Diavolo
Delicious shrimp fra diavolo combines tender shrimp and pasta in a spicy garlic tomato sauce with bold heat and rich flavors throughout.
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Authentic Bolognese Sauce
Authentic Bolognese sauce is a slow cooked Italian ragù with pancetta, beef and tomatoes that clings beautifully to wide pasta noodles.
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Chicken Cutlets
Breaded chicken cutlets are flavored with Parmesan, garlic and herbs, and then pan-fried for a crispy golden crust and tangy lemon flavor.
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Hunan Chicken
Hunan chicken pairs succulent chicken with crisp stir-fried vegetables and a thick, sweet and spicy Hunan sauce. It’s perfect with rice.
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Sheet Pan Turkey Breast Dinner
Skip the hassle of cooking the whole turkey. This flavor-packed sheet pan turkey breast dinner is perfect for a delicious Thanksgiving meal.
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Leftover Ham Pot Pie With Biscuits
If you’re a fan of beef or chicken pot pie, you’re going to love this leftover ham pot pie recipe. A perfect dinner with holiday leftovers!
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Easy Instant Pot Pork Chops
These Instant Pot pork chops are going to remind you just why you bought your Instant Pot. These boneless pork chops are perfect!
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Porchetta Roast
This porchetta roast features pork belly, pork loin, herbs and fennel for crisp skin, juicy meat and true Italian flavor in every slice.
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Sheet Pan Ham Dinner
This sheet pan ham dinner recipe is perfect for special holiday dinners and a delicious, busy weeknight meal.
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The Ultimate Chili Bar
A chili charcuterie board transforms a hearty bowl of chili into a fun, personalized meal. Try a chili board at your next chili party!
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Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf
Jazz up your next meatloaf with all your favorite cheeseburger flavors – bacon, cheese, dill pickles, and a delicious sweet and tangy glaze on top.
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Hawaiian Loco Moco
Cozy up with a plate of Hawaiian loco moco and savor this rich and tasty comfort food from Hawaii. It’s a popular Hawaiian dish that’s easy to make and a treat to eat.
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Best Italian Meatballs
The best Italian meatballs are tender, juicy and full of classic flavor. Brown them well, then serve right away or simmer them in sauce.
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Chicken Limone
Chicken limone is pan-seared chicken in a creamy lemon sauce with garlic and broth. It’s bright, rich and quick to make for a busy weeknight.
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Sheet Pan Honey Garlic Pork Chops
Sheet pan honey garlic pork chops with roasted vegetables make a delicious dinner. This homestyle dinner couldn’t be simpler!
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Hibachi Steak
You don’t have to go to a restaurant for hibachi steak when you can make your own that’s every bit as juicy, succulent and delicious!
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Sheet Pan Crab Legs
This sheet pan crab legs recipe is easy to cook. These baked crab legs are ideal for any special occasion as an appetizer or main dish.
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Chicken Fra Diavolo
Chicken fra diavolo is a spicy dish with a chunky tomato sauce. It has a bold garlic and red pepper kick and is tasty served over pasta.
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Garlic Rosemary Pork Chops
Garlic Rosemary Pork Chops with Roasted Grapes is a sweet and savory dish that’s heavy on the flavor! Easy to make, quick, and delicious!
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Chicken Francese
Golden, crispy Chicken Francese in a silky lemon butter sauce! One-pan, 30-minute restaurant-quality dinner. Try it now!
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Lemon Garlic Pork Roast
This Lemon Garlic Pork Roast is one of my favorite dishes to make for Sunday night dinners made with lots of garlic, fresh lemon and herbs.
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Creamy Mushroom Chicken And Rice
This one pot creamy mushroom chicken and rice is an easy, flavor packed dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights! It’s a simple comfort food.
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