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HomeHealthy Recipes

Category: Main dish

“Centerpiece Meals” – Our “Main Dish” category is the heart of any meal. It features a wide range of recipes, from succulent meats and hearty vegetarian options to flavorful pastas and exotic global dishes. These recipes are designed to impress and satisfy, perfect for daily dinners or special occasions.

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ChickenMain dishPoultry

Rice Crispy Chicken

Ingredients: 6 cups Rice Krispies1 cup butter ( melted)1 cut up chicken Directions: Place...

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Pork Vindaloo
Main dishMeatPork

Pork Vindaloo

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs boneless pork shoulder1 tablespoon coriander seeds1 teaspoon cumin seeds2 teaspoons...

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Steak Pizziaola
Beef steaksMain dishOne Dish meal

Steak Pizziaola

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons oil4 (6 ounce) sirloin strip steakssalt and pepper1 (16 ounce) cans...

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Main dishOne Dish mealSalads

Pasta and Crab Meat Salad

Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) boxes pasta, cooked1 cup Miracle Whip ( light)1/2 cup Italian...

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Yummy Fish Pie
Lunch/snacksMain dishSeafood

Yummy Fish Pie

Ingredients: 500 g fish, cut into cubes ( fresh and/or smoked fish)8 medium potatoes1...

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Chicken and Cheese "pie"
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken and Cheese “pie”

Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded1 cup cooked rice1 (10 1/2 ounce) cans...

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Country-Style Rigatoni
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Country-Style Rigatoni

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon cooking oil1 lb mild sausage or 1 lb hot Italian sausage3...

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Lemon Greek Chicken
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Lemon Greek Chicken

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons lemon zest1/4 cup fresh lemon juice2 tablespoons olive oil4 large garlic...

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Low Fat Taco Casserole
CasserolesMain dishPasta

Low Fat Taco Casserole

Ingredients: 8 ounces whole wheat elbow macaroni1 (15 1/2 ounce) jars mild salsa1 (1...

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Lentils and Rice Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Lentils and Rice Casserole

Ingredients: 1 cup dried lentils1 teaspoon margarine1 cup onions, chopped1 cup green bell peppers,...

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Ground Beef Florentine
BeefGround beefMain dish

Ground Beef Florentine

Ingredients: 2 lbs lean ground beef1/2 cup onions ( finely diced)1 lb frozen spinach...

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CasserolesMain dishSide dishes

Spiced Rice Stuffed Veggies

Ingredients: 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil1/3 cup pine nuts or 1/3 cup slivered...

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Spicy Beef Skewers
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Spicy Beef Skewers

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 medium onions4 garlic cloves, crushed2 teaspoons paprika1 teaspoon dried...

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Simple Pepper Steak
BeefMain dishOne Dish meal

Simple Pepper Steak

Ingredients: 1 lb round steaks or 1 lb chuck steaks1/4 cup soy sauce1 clove...

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Chicken (Or Salmon) in a Zesty Lemon Cream Sauce
Chicken breastMain dishSalmon

Chicken (Or Salmon) in a Zesty Lemon Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts ( pounded or sliced thin)2 tablespoons extra...

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Sweet Steak
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Sweet Steak

Ingredients: 1/4 cup sugar1/2 tablespoon kosher salt1 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 teaspoon ground black pepper1/2...

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Spring Pea and Roast Chicken Risotto
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Spring Pea and Roast Chicken Risotto

Ingredients: 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened1/4 cup minced shallots2 teaspoons minced garlic2 cups arborio...

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Anasazi Enchiladas
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Anasazi Enchiladas

Ingredients: 8 (8 inch) corn tortillas1 1/2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese24 ounces enchilada...

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Turkey Wraps With Mango and Curried Mayonnaise
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Turkey Wraps With Mango and Curried Mayonnaise

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons curry powder1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise or 1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise2 teaspoons...

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Apple Butter Steak
ApplesBeefMain dish

Apple Butter Steak

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs flank steaks4 tablespoons apple butter2 tablespoons light soy sauce2 tablespoons...

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Dove Kabobs
AppetizersMain dishPoultry

Dove Kabobs

Ingredients: 3 dove breasts3 medium onions1 large bell peppersteriyaki saucecherry tomatoesmushrooms Directions: Marinate breasts...

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Honey Pepper Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Honey Pepper Pork Chops

Ingredients: 4 thick boneless center cut pork chops6 tablespoons honey3 tablespoons hot pepper saucesalt...

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Parmesan Chicken (with Yogurt)
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Parmesan Chicken (with Yogurt)

Ingredients: 3 chicken breasts1/2 lemons, juice ofpepper, to taste1/2 cup yogurt, plain1/4 cup mayonnaise1...

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Asian Fish and Vegetable Wrap
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalmon

Asian Fish and Vegetable Wrap

Ingredients: 1/3 cup oyster sauce2 tablespoons orange marmalade2 tablespoons soy sauce2 teaspoons orange zest4...

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Chicken-and-brie Sandwich With Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Chicken-and-brie Sandwich With Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon olive oil2 cups halved cherry tomatoes ( about 1 pound)2 tablespoons...

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Mediterranean Fish Marinade
Condimentsetc.Main dish

Mediterranean Fish Marinade

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons olive oil4 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped4 tablespoons fresh coriander, finely...

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Asian Chicken Wrap
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Asian Chicken Wrap

Ingredients: 1 whole cooked chicken, about 4 cups of shredded meat2 red bell peppers4...

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Michael's Sloppy Cheeseburgers
Ground beefLunch/snacksMain dish

Michael’s Sloppy Cheeseburgers

Ingredients: 2 lbs hamburger meat10 ounces Cheez Whiz1 tablespoon steak seasoning ( to taste)...

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Upside-Down Fettuccine Bake
Main dishPastarice and grains

Upside-Down Fettuccine Bake

Ingredients: 1/2 lb Italian sausage, casing removed1 onions, chopped2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (...

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Breaded Chicken Cutlets With Lemon Basil Sauce
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Breaded Chicken Cutlets With Lemon Basil Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb chicken cutlets1 1/2 cups Italian breadcrumbs1/4 cup lemon juice, bottled2 large...

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Chicken Pesto
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Pesto

Ingredients: 1 package pesto sauce mix8 boneless skinless chicken breastsbreadcrumbs4 slices provolone cheese, cut...

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Pork Chili and Bean Stir Fry
< 30 minsAsianMain dish

Pork Chili and Bean Stir Fry

Ingredients: 120 g boneless pork, finely sliced1 garlic cloves, finely chopped5 -6 long dried...

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Nacho Potatoes
BeefGround beefMain dish

Nacho Potatoes

Ingredients: 1 lb baking potatoes1/2 lb cooked ground beef1 teaspoon taco seasoning or 1...

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Caribbean Crab Pasta Salad
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalads

Caribbean Crab Pasta Salad

Ingredients: 3 cups uncooked rotelle pasta1 (8 ounce) packages refrigerated flake-style imitation crabmeat1 medium...

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Taco Orzo Soup
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Taco Orzo Soup

Ingredients: 1 cup orzo pasta, uncooked1/2 lb lean ground beef or 1/2 lb chorizo...

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Hamburger Oven Meal
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Hamburger Oven Meal

Ingredients: 1 lb hamburger1 onions, sliced thinly4 -5 carrots, sliced4 -5 potatoes, peeled and...

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Lori's Pork and Strawberry Crisp
Main dishPork loinsStrawberries

Lori’s Pork and Strawberry Crisp

Ingredients: 1/2 cup quick oats1 cup good quality granola cereal6 teaspoons flour1/2 cup butter...

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Shantung Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Shantung Chicken

Ingredients: 1 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts2 tablespoons cornstarch, divided3 tablespoons soy sauce, divided1...

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Lemon-Herb Grilled Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Lemon-Herb Grilled Chicken

Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts1 (14 1/2 ounce) cans campbells condensed chicken...

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Rhonda's  Iranian Rice
EuropeanMain dishOne Dish meal

Rhonda’s Iranian Rice

Ingredients: 1 lb hamburger1 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste2 teaspoons turmeric1 dash red pepperssalt2...

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Garlic Broiled Chicken
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Garlic Broiled Chicken

Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic ( or more if you love garlic like I...

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Peanut Butter Burgers
Ground beefLunch/snacksMain dish

Peanut Butter Burgers

Ingredients: 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter1 lb ground chuck1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperbutter or...

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Tarragon Chicken Bundles
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Tarragon Chicken Bundles

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips2 medium carrots, julienned1 medium...

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Basic Fish Fry
Main dishOne Dish mealSaltwater fish

Basic Fish Fry

Ingredients: 2 lbs haddock fillets ( see directions for substitution list)1/4 cup evaporated milk...

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ChickenMain dishStews

Chicken Stew with Roasted Balsamic Vegetables

Ingredients: 4 cups unpeeled cubed red potatoes2 cups whole baby carrots1 cup chopped red...

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Self crusting quiche
Low carbMain dishOne Dish meal

Self crusting quiche

Ingredients: 3 eggs1/4 pint cream1/2 pint milk2 tablespoons melted butter1 cup flour1 teaspoon baking...

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Chicken With Bow Tie Pasta
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Chicken With Bow Tie Pasta, Fresh Tomatoes and Peppers

Ingredients: 8 ounces bow tie pasta1 tablespoon olive oil1 1/2 lbs chicken breast tenders,...

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Lemony Olive Chicken
< 30 minsMain dishOne Dish meal

Lemony Olive Chicken

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1 can cream of chicken...

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Pork Chops in Apple Cream Sauce
Main dishPorkPork chops

Pork Chops in Apple Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil4 pork loin chops2 medium red cooking apples, peeled and...

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Hide the Zucchini
CasserolesLunch/snacksMain dish

Hide the Zucchini

Ingredients: 3 lbs zucchini ( summer squash)1 medium onions5 tablespoons butter2 eggs, well beatensaltpepper1...

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Naples Valley Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Naples Valley Chicken

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons margarine4 -6 boneless chicken breast halves1/2 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced1/2 cup...

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Football Casserole
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Football Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef2 tablespoons shortening1 medium onions, chopped1 (16 ounce) cans diced...

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Easy Creamy Chicken With Mushrooms and Onions
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Easy Creamy Chicken With Mushrooms and Onions

Ingredients: 2 chicken breast fillets, cut into strips6 -7 medium mushrooms, cut into chunky...

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Pork Chops With Apple-Orange Sauce
Main dishPorkPork chops

Pork Chops With Apple-Orange Sauce

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon vegetable oil4 red delicious apples, peeled, cored, 1/3-inch wedges1/4...

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Taco Filled Pasta Shells
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Taco Filled Pasta Shells

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef1/8 cup taco seasoning mix1 (8 ounce) packages fat free...

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Easy Kidney Bean  and Cheese Casserole
CasserolesMain dishSide dishes

Easy Kidney Bean and Cheese Casserole

Ingredients: 3 cups grated cheddar cheese ( or to taste)1 large onions, chopped1 tablespoon...

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Tuna Casserole in Dill Sauce
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Tuna Casserole in Dill Sauce

Ingredients: 1/2 cup sour cream1/2 cup mayonnaise, do not use low fat2 teaspoons spicy...

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Caribbean Rice in a Rice Cooker
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Caribbean Rice in a Rice Cooker

Ingredients: 1 cup white rice, rinsed 1 teaspoon ground jamaican jerk spice 1/4 cup...

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Sicilian Pizza
ChickenMain dishPizza

Sicilian Pizza

Ingredients: 2 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast1/4 cup water1 teaspoon sugar2 teaspoons olive...

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Grilled Orange Maple Mustard Pork Chops (Bbq)
Main dishPorkPork chops

Grilled Orange Maple Mustard Pork Chops (Bbq)

Ingredients: 4 boneless pork chops, 1-inch thick3 tablespoons dijon-style mustard2 tablespoons maple syrup2 tablespoons...

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