Dinner recipes

Skillet chicken breasts seared with garlic, then simmered with julienned mushrooms, fresh mint, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and a splash of cream. A one-pan Italian dinner ready in 30 minutes.

Jalapeño-stuffed steaks slice a pocket into each beef steak and pack it with sautéed jalapeños, onion, garlic, and Monterey Jack, then grill over hot charcoal. Bold Tex-Mex steak dinner.

Broiled orange roughy fillets glazed with a creamy salsa sauce made from light mayo, yogurt, lime juice, and cayenne. Two coats build a golden, tangy crust. Lighter fish dinner in 30 minutes.

Italian-style roast chicken with potatoes, pine nuts, raisins, Romano cheese, and red wine vinegar. A one-pan dinner with sweet, savory, and tangy flavors in every bite.

Canadian Atlantic salmon brushed with mayo for moisture, baked or grilled, then topped with a sake-flambeed black bean and scallion sauce. East meets East Coast in this 30-minute seafood dinner.

Classic turkey hash casserole with leftover turkey, diced potatoes, peas, cream of celery soup, and melted American cheese. A thrifty post-holiday dinner that comes together in under 45 minutes.

Layered baked frittata with Dungeness crab, charred red peppers, blanched spinach, and Asiago cheese, cooked in a water bath for a silky, custard-like texture. Elegant brunch or light dinner.

Lemon-scented chicken and rice are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. It's a one-skillet main dish recipe that combines tender chicken chunks, fluffy rice, and a simple blend of spices and herbs.

Barbecued pork chops in the oven sear bone-in chops, then finish in a quick orange juice and barbecue sauce pan glaze. A 30-minute weeknight dinner that delivers backyard flavor without firing up the grill.

Chicken Marengo: browned thighs braised in white wine with fresh mushrooms, tomato wedges, and thyme. A light, elegant French-inspired skillet dinner ready in one hour.

Moist Zucchini Parmesan Bread: a savory quick bread with shredded zucchini, sharp Parmesan, grated onion, and buttermilk for tang. Hearty enough to stand in for dinner rolls.

Oil-free Cajun red beans and rice in the McDougall style, with the holy trinity of onion, pepper, and scallion simmered in a spiced tomato broth and spooned over brown rice. A fast, low-fat, plant-based dinner.

Beef chunks are braised in beef stock, red wine and tomato sauce with lots of vegetables. A delicious yet filling stew that's perfect for a winter dinner.

Gulf Coast Creole fish stew with turbot, minced clams, stewed tomatoes, mushrooms, and Creole seasoning served over rice. A hearty one-skillet seafood dinner with Southern soul.

Plump shrimp tossed in a zesty mustard cream sauce with briny olives and sweet pimentos, then baked in individual ramekins until golden and bubbly. Ready in 45 minutes, this retro-style deviled shrimp makes a showstopping weeknight dinner or elegant appetizer.

Minute a la king with tuna and peas in a creamy mushroom sauce served over toast points. A quick, 4-ingredient pantry dinner ready in under 10 minutes.