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.

Proven Main Dishes

French Onion Beef and Rice
French Onion Beef & Rice Skillet

A hearty one-pan dinner combining ground beef, rice, and caramelized onions with French onion flavors and melty Gruyere cheese.

Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Soup
Quick Chicken Enchilada Soup

A quick and hearty soup featuring shredded chicken and Velveeta in a rich enchilada-spiced broth thickened with masa harina. Ready in just 25 minutes.

Million Dollar Roast Beef Tenderloin Recipe
Perfect Roast Beef Tenderloin

A perfectly cooked beef tenderloin with a golden crust and herb-butter coating. Detailed temperature guide ensures your preferred doneness every time.

One Pan Jambalaya Recipe
Easy One-Pan Jambalaya

A classic jambalaya made easier in one pan, featuring chicken, andouille sausage and shrimp with fluffy rice in Cajun seasonings.

Cilantro Chicken Stir Fry
Quick Cilantro Chicken Stir Fry

A quick stir fry featuring chicken thighs, fresh vegetables, and cilantro in a flavorful Asian sauce. Ready in 25 minutes for an easy weeknight dinner.

Rosemary and Thyme Turkey Cutlets
One-Pan Herb Turkey Cutlets

Quick one-skillet turkey cutlets in a rich herb sauce with rosemary, thyme, and white wine. Ready in just 20 minutes for an easy weeknight dinner.

Chicken Fajita Rice Skillet
Easy Chicken Fajita Rice Skillet

A quick one-pan dinner combining classic fajita ingredients with rice. Charred peppers and onions with seasoned chicken make this a flavorful weeknight meal.

Ground Beef Stuffed Pepper Skillet
One-Pan Stuffed Pepper Skillet

A quick one-pan dinner combining all the flavors of stuffed peppers - ground beef, rice, and peppers topped with melty cheese. Ready in under 30 minutes.

Tortellini Meatball Soup
Hearty Tortellini & Meatball Soup

A hearty Italian soup featuring cheese tortellini, meatballs, and mushrooms in a rich tomato broth. Ready in just 40 minutes for a satisfying meal.

Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan Meal
Hawaiian Sheet Pan Chicken

A quick and healthy sheet pan dinner featuring Hawaiian BBQ chicken with colorful peppers and pineapple. Whole30, paleo, and low-carb compliant.

Asparagus Stuffed Chicken Breast
Asparagus & Cheese Stuffed Chicken

Tender chicken breasts stuffed with fresh asparagus and melty provolone cheese, seasoned with lemon and herbs. A quick and elegant low-carb dinner.

Parmesan Roasted Sheet Pan Dinner
Easy Sheet Pan Dinner

A complete one-pan dinner featuring parmesan-crusted potatoes, brussels sprouts and kielbasa sausage. Simple prep with minimal cleanup.