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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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Chip Moody Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chip Moody Chicken

Ingredients: 4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts ( pounded to an even thickness between...

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Best Stuffed Chicken Ever - so Easy
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Best Stuffed Chicken Ever – so Easy

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves2 slightly beaten eggs1/2 cup breadcrumbs ( or...

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My Dad Swears My Sister Makes the Best Pork Chops in the World
Main dishPorkPork chops

My Dad Swears My Sister Makes the Best Pork Chops in the World

Ingredients: 1 lb pork chops1 1/2 cups flour1 tablespoon garlic powder1/2 tablespoon salt1 teaspoon...

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Spicy Beef With Asparagus and Mushrooms
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Spicy Beef With Asparagus and Mushrooms

Ingredients: 8 ounces New York strip steaks, thinly sliced2 tablespoons orange juice2 tablespoons soy...

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Easy Chicken and Rice
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Easy Chicken and Rice

Ingredients: 2 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts, parboiled 10 min and cut into quarters1...

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Super Simple Scrumpcious Sloppy Joes
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Super Simple Scrumpcious Sloppy Joes

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 cup onions2 celery ribssalt and black pepper1/2 cup ketchup1...

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Italian Zucchini Crescent Casserole
CasserolesCheeseMain dish

Italian Zucchini Crescent Casserole

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter1 cup diced onions5 cups thinly sliced zucchini2 tablespoons dried parsley...

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PawPaw's One-Hour Lonesome Dove Stew
BeefMain dishStews

PawPaw’s One-Hour Lonesome Dove Stew

Ingredients: 1 lb ground chuck1 small onions, chopped1 (29 ounce) cans whole new potatoes1...

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Portabella Mushrooms on Tomato Basil Fettuccini
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Portabella Mushrooms on Tomato Basil Fettuccini

Ingredients: 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil3 cups chopped Spanish onions4 garlic cloves, minced2...

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Beer Battered Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Beer Battered Chicken

Ingredients: 1 cup flour1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup beer1 1/2 teaspoons parsley2 tablespoons green onions,...

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Ground Beef Enchilada Casserole
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Ground Beef Enchilada Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 medium onions, finely chopped2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic1 small...

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Pasta With Yogurt and Caramelized Onions from Kassos
Main dishPastarice and grains

Pasta With Yogurt and Caramelized Onions from Kassos

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter5 onions, peeled, halved and sliced thinly1 lb fettuccine, preferably...

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20-Minute Chicken Creole
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

20-Minute Chicken Creole

Ingredients: 4 medium chicken breast halves, skinned, boned, and cut into 1-inch strips*1 (14...

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Kanchi's Goan Pork Roast
Main dishMeatPork

Kanchi’s Goan Pork Roast

Ingredients: 1 kg boneless pork ( leg pc. or low fat pcs like I...

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Leftover Turkey Burritos
< 4 hoursMain dishMeat

Leftover Turkey Burritos

Ingredients: 1/2 lb turkey meat, white and dark meat shredded1/2 onions, finely chopped1 garlic...

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Pasta With Tuna Cream Sauce
Main dishPenneTuna

Pasta With Tuna Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 8 ounces penne or 8 ounces ziti pasta or 8 ounces other tubular...

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Veal Parmesan Burgers
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Veal Parmesan Burgers

Ingredients: 1 lb ground veal1/4 cup crushed tomatoes2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon garlic...

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Sweet Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Sweet Pork Chops

Ingredients: 8 pork chops1 garlic cloves1 onions, in rings2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon butter1...

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Ham Hoppin' John
Long Grain riceMain dishOne Dish meal

Ham Hoppin’ John

Ingredients: 2 cups black-eyed peas, drained, rinsed8 cups water3/4 lb ham, 1/2 inch cubed1/4...

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Baked Fish Fillets
FishMain dishSeafood

Baked Fish Fillets

Ingredients: 1/3 cup dry breadcrumbs2 -4 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese1 -2 tablespoon paprika2 teaspoons...

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Easy Banana Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Easy Banana Chicken

Ingredients: 6 chicken breasts6 bananas1 cup canola oil Directions: Wash chicken breasts and dip...

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Creamy Chicken With Vegetables
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Creamy Chicken With Vegetables

Ingredients: 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1/2 lb white pearl onions1/2 lb fresh mushrooms1/2...

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Parslied Mushroom Patties
Lunch/snacksMain dishSide dishes

Parslied Mushroom Patties

Ingredients: 3 slightly beaten eggs3 cups fresh mushrooms, about 8 oz,coarsely chopped1/2 cup all-purpose...

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Hash Browns Potato Soup
Main dishPotatoesSoups & stews

Hash Browns Potato Soup

Ingredients: 3 cups water2 lbs frozen hash brown potatoes1 3/4 cups chicken broth1/2 cup...

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31st Year Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

31st Year Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef1/4 cup oatmeal2 eggs, beaten1/2 cup V8 vegetable juice1/2...

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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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Hot Dogs and Peppers
Lunch/snacksMain dishMeat

Hot Dogs and Peppers

Ingredients: 1 lb hot dogs ( cut 1/2 inch)1 bell peppers ( chopped)1 medium...

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Easy Hamburger Stew Recipe
Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Easy Hamburger Stew Recipe

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef3 (10 3/4 ounce) cans condensed tomato soup1...

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Panzanella (Bread Salad)
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Panzanella (Bread Salad)

Ingredients: 3 cups day-old Italian bread, torn into bite-size pieces or cut into 1...

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Shrimp Bourbon
Main dishOne Dish mealShrimp

Shrimp Bourbon

Ingredients: 2 lbs medium shrimp ( you can use 2 lbs. of frozen shrimp...

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Corn-Stuffed Bell Peppers
Main dishSide dishesVegetables

Corn-Stuffed Bell Peppers

Ingredients: 4 large green bell peppers or 4 large red bell peppers1 tablespoon corn...

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Alberta Beef
BeefMain dishPasta

Alberta Beef, Mushroom and Pepper Pasta

Ingredients: 4 slices bacon ( Chopped)2 large onions ( Chopped)2 tablespoons paprika ( to...

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lemon parsley chicken rice
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

lemon parsley chicken rice

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oil2 tablespoons butter4 pieces chicken breasts, cut into strips1/3 cup lemon...

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Honey Balsamic Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Honey Balsamic Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1/4 cup balsamic vinegar1/4 cup honey3/4 cup crushed corn...

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Oven Fried Bisquick Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Oven Fried Bisquick Chicken

Ingredients: 3 lbs cut up chicken pieces2/3 cup Bisquick1 tablespoon butter1 1/4 teaspoons salt1...

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Lemon Pepper Tuna Sandwich
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Lemon Pepper Tuna Sandwich

Ingredients: 6 ounces tuna in water, drained2 tablespoons reduced-calorie mayonnaise1 teaspoon lemon zest1 tablespoon...

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Spaghetti with cherry tomatoes for 1!
Lunch/snacksMain dishSpaghetti

Spaghetti with cherry tomatoes for 1!

Ingredients: 125 g spaghetti ( I use wholemeal)1 tablespoon olive oil1 clove garlic, crushed2...

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Cheez-It Chicken Tenders
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Cheez-It Chicken Tenders

Ingredients: 1 lb chicken tenders2 cups Cheez-It crackers1 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 teaspoon garlic salt1...

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Judy's Chicken Fingers
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Judy’s Chicken Fingers

Ingredients: 1/4 cup margarine1 eggs, well beaten2 tablespoons milk1 cup instant potato flakes1 teaspoon...

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Alfredo Chicken and Biscuits
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Alfredo Chicken and Biscuits

Ingredients: 2 cups chopped fresh broccoli1 1/2 cups sliced fresh carrots1 cup chopped onions2...

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Oven Lemon Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Oven Lemon Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless chicken breasts1/2 cup butter1/3 cup lemon juice1/2 cup flour1/2 cup minced...

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Linguine with Artichokes and Olives
Main dishPastaVegetables

Linguine with Artichokes and Olives

Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil8 cloves garlic, thinly sliced8 artichoke hearts, drained...

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Cavatelli With Broccoli and Sausage
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Cavatelli With Broccoli and Sausage

Ingredients: 8 ounces cavatelli or 8 ounces other shell pasta1 head broccoli, large 1...

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Saucy Pilaf-stuffed Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Saucy Pilaf-stuffed Pork Chops

Ingredients: 1/2 cup water1/2 cup uncooked instant rice1/4 cup shredded carrots1/4 cup shredded zucchini1/4...

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Scrambled Tofu
BreakfastMain dishOne Dish meal

Scrambled Tofu

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 bunch green onions, chopped1 (14 1/2 ounce) cans peeled...

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Onion White Wine Soup
Lunch/snacksMain dishSoups & stews

Onion White Wine Soup

Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter5 large onions, chopped5 cups beef broth1/2 cup celery leaves1 large...

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A1 Steak
AmericanMain dishMeat

A1 Steak

Ingredients: 2 -3 lbs top sirloin steaks, about 2 1/2 inch thick1 bottle A-1...

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Cold Sesame Noodles
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Cold Sesame Noodles

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) package spaghetti1 red bell peppers, julienned1 large cucumbers, julienned1 green...

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Baked Apricot Chicken
FruitMain dishPoultry

Baked Apricot Chicken

Ingredients: 12 ounces apricot preserves1 teaspoon lemon juice2 teaspoons soy sauce3 lbs chicken pieces1...

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Karen's Enchilada Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Karen’s Enchilada Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 can Rotel tomatoes & chilies1 can cream of chicken...

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Penne With Cannellini Beans and Anchovies
Main dishPenneSide dishes

Penne With Cannellini Beans and Anchovies

Ingredients: 2 garlic cloves, minced6 flat anchovies, patted dry1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1...

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Bacon and Double Cheese Quiche
BreakfastMain dishSavory pies

Bacon and Double Cheese Quiche

Ingredients: 1 unbaked pie shells10 slices cooked bacon ( crumbled)4 large eggs1 1/2 cups...

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Favorite Grilled Chicken Marinade
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Favorite Grilled Chicken Marinade

Ingredients: 1/2 cup lemon juice1/2 cup melted margarine1 envelope dried Italian salad dressing mix4...

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Grilled Pineapple Pork Chops
Main dishPineapplePork chops

Grilled Pineapple Pork Chops

Ingredients: 6 pork chops, 1-inch thick1 (20 ounce) cans pineapple slices, in juice1/2 cup...

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Pork Steaks With a Orange Rosemary Sauce
Main dishMeatPork

Pork Steaks With a Orange Rosemary Sauce

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon grated orange rind2 tablespoons orange juice2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon grainy...

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Meatless yet    Meaty Lasagna
LasagnaMain dishOne Dish meal

Meatless yet Meaty Lasagna

Ingredients: 1 vidalia onions ( chopped)2 cups fresh mushrooms ( sliced)2 -3 garlic cloves...

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Lentil Stew with Ham and Greens
Lunch/snacksMain dishStews

Lentil Stew with Ham and Greens

Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil1 cup chopped onions3 cloves garlic, smashed5 cups reduced-sodium...

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Thai Chicken and Vegetable Stir-fry
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Thai Chicken and Vegetable Stir-fry

Ingredients: 1 piece lemongrass or 1/2 lemons, rind of1/2 inch fresh ginger2 cloves garlic2...

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Turkey Cutlets With Dijon Cider Sauce
Main dishPoultryTurkey

Turkey Cutlets With Dijon Cider Sauce

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon...

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Best Backfin Crab Cakes
CrabMain dishShellfish

Best Backfin Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 2 large eggs, beaten2 tablespoons parsley flakes2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning2 teaspoons French...

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