55 Easy Sunday Dinner Ideas Your Family Will Love
Sunday dinners are a special time for everyone to slow down and enjoy a great meal together. Knowing how busy life can get, we’ve gathered a collection of Sunday dinner ideas that are not only easy to make but are also guaranteed to be a hit with everyone at the table.
Chicken Parmesan
If you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dinner the whole family will love, our Chicken Parmesan recipe is for you! Juicy, tender, and crispy breaded chicken is baked to perfection in flavorful tomato sauce and topped with mozzarella and parmesan cheese!
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Crockpot Steak Bites
Enjoy the tasty goodness of our mouthwatering Crockpot Steak Bites recipe. These tender and flavorful bites are a great choice for a comforting meal.
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Easy Crock Pot Chicken And Stuffing
Indulge in comfort with this Chicken and Stuffing Crock Pot Casserole recipe. Layers of tender chicken, creamy sauce, and savory stuffing await! Easy, delicious, and satisfying.
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Easy Crock Pot Country Style Pork Ribs
Indulge in mouthwatering Crock Pot Country Style Pork Ribs, a delectable dish of tender, juicy pork that will leave you craving for more.
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Crockpot Lasagna
Crockpot Lasagna is a comforting, easy-to-make dish that combines all the classic flavors of a classic lasagna with the convenience of slow cooking. Perfect for busy nights, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
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New York Strip Steak with Green Beans and Mushrooms
Indulge in the satisfaction of a flawlessly seared New York strip steak, expertly paired with seasonal vegetables, for an exquisite dining experience.
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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole
Our Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is the perfect dish for a cozy night in. This creamy, cheesy chicken casserole, topped with a buttery crunch, is easy to prepare and sure to please.
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Shrimp Lo Mein
Savor homemade Shrimp Lo Mein in just 30 minutes with this easy recipe featuring succulent shrimp, fresh veggies, and a savory sauce.
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Crock Pot Chicken Spaghetti
Discover a comforting and hassle-free meal with our Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti recipe. Perfect for a quick comfort food dinner the entire will love.
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Crock Pot Beef And Noodles
Try our easy Crock Pot Beef and Noodle recipe for a satisfying and comforting meal. Perfect for chilly nights or weekends.
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Hearty Bolognese You’ll Make Again and Again
Our Ultimate Bolognese Sauce recipe is rich, hearty, and easy to make. Perfect for family dinners, it’s sure to become a favorite!
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Twice Baked Potato Casserole
Savor the comfort of creamy potatoes, crispy bacon, and cheesy goodness in our delectable Twice Baked Potato Casserole.
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Easy Baked BBQ Pork Chops
Indulge in the ultimate family comfort food with our mouthwatering baked BBQ pork chops recipe. Perfectly tender and packed with flavor.
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Thai Red Chicken Curry
Make our flavorful Thai Red Curry Chicken recipe for a quick and tasty one-pan dinner that your whole family will enjoy. It’s both easy and delicious.
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ChickenBacon Ranch Casserole
This creamy, cheesy Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole is a perfect weeknight dinner recipe. It’s loaded with chicken and bacon and topped with cheese.
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Honey Garlic Chicken
Throw out the takeout menu and whip up our delicious Honey Garlic Chicken recipe. Perfect for anyone looking for a flavorful and hassle-free meal.
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Crockpot Chicken Fajitas
These Crockpot Chicken Fajitas are a perfect weeknight dinner. We combine juicy chicken, colorful peppers, and a zesty seasoning mix. Just set it and forget it!
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Stuffed Pepper Casserole
Try our mouthwatering Stuffed Pepper Casserole! Perfect for feeding a hungry crowd, this recipe is quick, easy, and loved by families.
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Air Fryer Steak Bites
Discover why Air Fryer Steak Bites are the next must-have in your meal rotation, combining simplicity with a burst of flavor in every bite. These steak bites are a blend of tender steak marinated in a rich mixture of soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, and spices, then air-fried to perfection.
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Easy Mongolian Beef
Discover the ultimate comfort food with our homemade Mongolian Beef recipe. Tender beef slices coated in a sweet and savory glaze.
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Creamy Cast Iron Chicken Thighs
Enjoy the simplicity and flavor of Creamy Cast Iron Chicken Thighs. This recipe delivers crispy skin, juicy meat, and a rich, creamy sauce.
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Ham and Potato Casserole
Indulge in our hearty and filling ham and potato casserole, the perfect recipe for foodies craving a tasty weeknight meal.
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Easy Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken
Enjoy our flavorful Easy Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken with this easy recipe. Perfectly ai fried, juicy chicken tossed in a sweet and savory sauce.
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Crock Pot Sausage and Peppers
Our Slow Cooker Sausage and Peppers is made by combining sausages, bell peppers, onions, and marinara sauce, resulting in a flavorful dish.
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Creamy Chicken and Mushrooms in the Crock Pot
Discover a mouthwatering slow cooker recipe for creamy chicken and mushrooms that is easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
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Lasagna Soup
Quick and easy Lasagna Soup combines Italian sausage, pasta, and a trio of delicious cheeses for cozy comfort food.
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Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Recipe
Indulge in the flavors of Tuscan shrimp, a succulent and comforting dish simmered to perfection in a creamy sauce. Perfect for any occasion.
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Slow Cooker Beef Teriyaki
Slow Cooker Beef Teriyaki is comfort food with juicy beef and flavorful teriyaki sauce mixed with sweet bell peppers.
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Cajun Chicken Pasta
Our easy one-pan Cajun Chicken Pasta is a surefire crowd-pleaser that delivers spicy and creamy flavors in one simple pasta dish.
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Paprika Chicken
This Paprika Chicken recipe is a weeknight dinner winner. Tender and juicy chicken smothered in a rich and creamy paprika sauce served over tender egg noodles! Every bite is loaded with sweet, peppery, and zesty flavors.
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Hasselback Chicken
Our 4-ingredient Hasselback Chicken recipe is a quick, versatile, and delicious meal featuring stuffed chicken that tastes as impressive as it looks and is perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Italian Meatball Soup
Indulge in Italian Meatball Soup with Pesto, a perfect mix of juicy meatballs and pasta cooked to perfection a rich broth seasoned with a pesto.
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Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets
Craving crispy, juicy chicken cutlets? This easy Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets recipe delivers in just 15 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights.
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Chicken Pot Pie Casserole
Welcome to a new spin on a classic! This Chicken Pot Pie Casserole combines the familiar taste of your favorite comfort meal with the ease of a casserole.
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Chicken Cacciatore
Try this quick and easy Chicken Cacciatore with pasta and a slice of homemade bread for a warm and comforting meal! Mushrooms, onions, peppers, and the most tender chicken are simmered to perfection in a fragrant tomato sauce and served over pasta.
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Dirty Rice With Sausage
Dirty Rice with Sausage is a one-pot wonder that’ll satisfy even the hungriest of crowds. Ground beef, sausage, and a touch of Cajun seasoning come together in one pot for an easy, flavor-packed meal!
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Baked Feta Pasta
This Baked Feta Pasta recipe has gone viral on TikTok. Let’s find out why! It’s an amazing, easy pasta dinner with just a few simple ingredients but is full of big flavors.
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Easy Shepherd’s Pie
Our easy Shepherd’s Pie is comfort food at its finest, perfect for feeding the whole family. Its hearty layers of ground beef, peas and carrots, and fluffy mashed potatoes make it a crowd-pleaser.
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Shrimp Carbonara
Ready for a dinner that will have everyone asking for seconds? This Shrimp Carbonara recipe brings together creamy pasta, crispy bacon, and tender shrimp for an easy and fantastic meal.
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Hunter’s Schnitzel
Hunter’s Schnitzel (German: Jägerschnitzel) is the comfort food you’ve been craving, featuring crispy pork cutlets smothered in a creamy mushroom sauce.
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Beef Rouladen
To make these mouthwatering German Rouladen, fill a thinly sliced steak with mustard, bacon, onion, and pickles. Braise in a red wine sauce until they are tender and irresistibly delicious.
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Shrimp & Mushroom Pasta In Wine Cream Sauce
A deliciously creamy pasta dish packed with juicy shrimp, savory mushrooms, and tender linguini noodles all made in just 45 minutes!
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Smoked Tri-Tip
Packed with layers of flavor from an amazing dry rub and garlicky basting sauce, this deceptively easy Smoked Tri-Tip will have you going back for more! Plus, we always include all our tips and tricks for a perfectly tender tri-tip.
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Camarones A La Mexicana
If stir-frying and one-pan meals are your preferred method of weeknight cooking, I hear you! This delicious recipe for Camarones a la Mexicana, also called Shrimp Mexican Style, Ranchero Style, or Mexican Shrimp, is an easy shrimp recipe.
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Beef Stew
This melt-in-your-mouth Beef Stew is bursting with flavor and texture. Tender beef is simmered to perfection in a roasted garlic red wine beef broth. A medley of root vegetables is cooked with potatoes to create an incredibly hearty, filling dish!
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Broiled Salmon (No Oil)
You are going to love this healthy, super easy Broiled Salmon Recipe. Ready in less than 15 minutes, this easy salmon recipe will quickly become a staple on your menu. We love it because it’s so simple but also full of flavors, and it doesn’t require any oil!
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Chicken and Dumplings Recipe
Crockpot chicken and dumplings is an effortless meal. We top this slow cooker chicken and dumplings with refrigerated biscuit dough!
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Lasagna al Forno
This authentic Italian lasagna recipe with homemade pasta and béchamel sauce is to die for! This all-from-scratch recipe pairs silky sheets of fresh lasagna noodles layered with slow-simmered beef Bolognese sauce and creamy Parmesan béchamel topped with melty mozzarella cheese.
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Carne Deshebrada (Mexican Shredded Beef)
This amazingly tender and flavorful Carne Deshebrada recipe is perfect for tacos, burritos, and more! The shredded beef comes out so juicy and so delicious.
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German Schnitzel With Fondue Schnitzel Sauce
Fried schnitzel is a quintessential German dish that is quick, easy and so delicious! This schnitzel recipe can be made with pork, veal, turkey or chicken and is made even better with a cheesy fondue schnitzel sauce!
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Creamy Gnocchi with Pumpkin Sauce and Bacon
This creamy and cheesy Gnocchi with Pumpkin Sauce is a delicious and comforting dinner perfect for pumpkin season! It is guaranteed to get you in the fall spirit and will be a new family favorite!
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Meatloft Recipe In The Oven
This easy meatloaf recipe is everyone’s favorite comfort food. Get your family to enjoy the great taste of meatloaf with this easy-to-follow recipe.
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Instant Pot Pork Roast
This Instant Pot pork roast is a game changer. It gives you juicy, tender pork in just a fraction of the time it would take in the oven. No need to plan half a day for a slow-roasted pork dinner!
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Red Wine Slow Braised Italian Beef Ragu
Slow-cooked beef ragù is one of our favorite comfort foods. It’s hard to beat a wonderfully rich and flavorful ragù over your favorite pasta! This Red Wine Slow Braised Italian Beef Ragù is an easy recipe and is the perfect dish for any time of the year, but it is especially amazing during fall and winter when you need something warm and cozy.
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Teriyaki Salmon Stir Fry
Salmon stir fry is a healthy, delicious meal packed with fresh vegetables, high in protein and heart-healthy fatty acids. Best of all, it takes just 30 minutes to get this delicious dinner on the table!
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Maike Corbett is the founder and food blogger of Cheerful Cook, a popular recipe website featuring comfort food recipes from the US and Germany. She has been featured in numerous media outlets, including the AP Wire and MSN.