Reliable Main Course Recipes

These main dishes have been tested over and over in my real kitchen with my actual family which means they're designed to work even when things get hectic and what makes them really reliable is how they give you clear steps that help you get great results whether you're making a quick weeknight dinner or cooking something fancy for company plus they use ingredients you can actually find at regular stores and include all those little tips about timing and temperature that make such a big difference in how things turn out.

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Updated on Fri, 10 Jan 2025 15:24:06 GMT

A close-up of a hearty casserole featuring macaroni, ground beef, and a golden, cheesy topping, garnished with breadcrumbs and parsley.

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A baking tray with four salmon fillets surrounded by lemon slices and broccoli florets.

Baked Salmon and Broccoli

A simple sheet pan dinner combining butter-lemon salmon with roasted broccoli. Ready in 25 minutes with minimal cleanup.

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A close-up of golden-brown, crispy chicken breasts stuffed with ham and cheese, served on a plate with a creamy sauce and garnished with fresh herbs.

Chicken Cordon Bleu Bake

A simplified, healthier version of chicken cordon bleu made casserole-style with chicken cutlets, ham, Swiss cheese, and a light yogurt-mustard sauce.

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A close-up of two hot dogs in buns topped with diced vegetables, cilantro, and drizzled with yellow mustard.

Air Fryer Hot Dogs

Hot dogs cooked to perfection in the air fryer with toasted buns and optional melted cheese. A quick and easy way to make this classic favorite.

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Two loaded sandwich rolls filled with shredded beef and melted cheese.

French Dip Sandwiches

Tender slow-cooked beef piled on crusty rolls with melted cheese, served with rich au jus for dipping. A classic comfort sandwich made easy.

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A bowl of creamy shrimp fettuccine topped with parsley, accompanied by bowls of grated cheese and plain fettuccine in the background.

Shrimp Alfredo

A rich and creamy pasta dish combining tender shrimp with fettuccine in a garlic parmesan cream sauce, ready in just 30 minutes.

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A white baking dish holds baked chicken topped with melted cheese, sliced tomatoes, and pesto sauce.

Pesto Chicken Bake

Chicken cutlets topped with garlic, pesto, fresh tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese, then baked until golden. A quick and healthy dinner option.

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A bowl of white rice served with chicken, broccoli, and red peppers in a savory sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Baked General Tso Chicken

A baked version of the takeout favorite combining chicken breast and broccoli in a sweet-spicy sauce. Made easier with a dump-and-bake method.

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A skillet of cooked chicken thighs topped with tomatoes, black beans, corn, cheese, and fresh cilantro, served with dollops of sour cream.

Skillet Taco Chicken

Seasoned chicken cutlets cooked in a skillet and topped with taco sauce, melted cheese, and classic taco toppings. A tortilla-free taco night option.

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A glazed ham garnished with pineapple rings and cherries, with sauce being poured over it.

Old Fashioned Crockpot Ham

A classic holiday ham cooked in the slow cooker with brown sugar glaze, pineapple rings, and cherries. Frees up your oven for other dishes.

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A skillet filled with gnocchi, sausages, and colorful bell peppers, garnished with fresh basil and grated cheese.

Gnocchi with Sausage and Peppers

A filling one-pan meal featuring soft gnocchi, savory Italian sausage, and fresh bell peppers in a light tomato sauce topped with Parmesan.

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A plate of sliced chicken topped with gravy, crispy bacon, and chopped green herbs, served alongside green beans.

Smothered Chicken Breasts

Pan-fried chicken in crispy breadcrumbs, smothered in rich homemade gravy and topped with bacon. A hearty comfort food dinner the family will love.

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A glass baking dish filled with creamy, cheesy chicken breasts cooked with spinach and artichokes, topped with golden-browned melted cheese.

Spinach Artichoke Chicken

Tender chicken breasts topped with a lighter spinach artichoke mixture and melted mozzarella. A healthier take on the classic combo.

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