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

Corned Beef Sandwich Casserole
Corned Beef Sandwich Casserole

A hearty casserole featuring all the classic Reuben sandwich flavors - corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Thousand Island dressing layered with rye bread.

Cheesy Penne with Ground Beef
Creamy Beef Pasta Dinner

A hearty pasta dish featuring tender penne and seasoned ground beef in a rich, creamy garlic butter sauce - ready in 30 minutes for a quick family dinner.

Nando's Peri Peri Chicken Burgers
Copycat Nando's Burger Recipe

Juicy chicken marinated in homemade Peri Peri sauce, charred to perfection and served on a bun with homemade Perinaise - better than the restaurant version!

Firecracker Beef
Spicy Asian Ground Beef

A quick and spicy ground beef dish with a sweet and fiery sauce that caramelizes beautifully - ready in under 15 minutes for a satisfying Asian-inspired meal.

8 minute Lebanese Pizzas (Lahmacun!)
Quick Middle Eastern Flatbread

A lightning-fast version of traditional Lebanese flatbread pizzas with spiced chicken, crispy edges, and creamy feta - ready in just 8 minutes.

Classic Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe
Italian-Style Stuffed Peppers

Colorful bell peppers filled with a savory mixture of Italian sausage, rice, and marinara, topped with melted mozzarella cheese - a complete meal in one dish.

Air Fryer Chicken Wraps
Quick Crispy Chicken Wraps

Crispy tortilla wraps filled with shredded chicken, melted cheddar cheese, and a spicy-creamy buffalo ranch sauce - all cooked to perfection in the air fryer.

Creamy Shrimp Tikka Masala Recipe
Creamy Indian Shrimp Curry

Plump, tender shrimp cooked in a rich and creamy tomato sauce infused with aromatic Indian spices - a restaurant favorite made easy at home.

Garlic Mushroom Steak Recipe
Simple Pan-Seared Steak Dinner

A perfectly seared steak topped with garlicky mushrooms and fresh herbs - an impressive yet simple dinner ready in just 20 minutes.

Orange Chicken Recipe
Better Than Takeout Orange Chicken

Crispy fried chicken pieces coated in a sweet and slightly spicy orange sauce - better than your favorite takeout version and ready in just 30 minutes.

Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta Bake
Creamy Chicken Ham Pasta Bake

A comforting pasta casserole combining the flavors of chicken cordon bleu - tender chicken, ham, and Swiss cheese - with pasta and broccoli in a creamy sauce.

Monterey Chicken Recipe
BBQ Bacon Cheese Chicken

Juicy BBQ-glazed chicken breasts topped with crispy bacon, caramelized onions, fresh tomatoes, and melted cheese - a restaurant favorite made at home.