Sunday Dinner Ideas

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Sunday Dinner Ideas – the weekend is for special dinners, taking a little bit more time in the kitchen, and making something together as a family.  Here are 25 of my favorite Sunday dinner recipes.

Sunday dinner is all about slowing down, gathering around the table, and enjoying a meal that feels a little more special than the rest of the week. This Sunday Dinner Ideas roundup is filled with comforting, family-friendly recipes that are perfect for sharing. These are perfect if you’re cooking for a crowd or just your family, these dishes are made to make Sundays delicious and memorable.

Sunday Dinner Ideas - the weekend is for special dinners, taking a little bit more time in the kitchen, and making something together as a family.  Here are 20 of my favorite Sunday dinner recipes. #dinner #dinnerideas #recipes #food #pasta #comfortfood #cooking

 

You can even meal prep some things to get ahead for the week.  Make those Easy Dinner Ideas even faster! But today is all about tasty meals that take just a little bit of extra time. Not a lot, because let’s be honest, I don’t have a lot of patience. But you know, maybe something bakes for 60 minutes, or simmers for 45 minutes. Something you can’t always do on a Tuesday.

But on Sunday, you can let it bake away, while you are folding laundry and getting the living room vacuumed. So scroll down, let me know what you are going to try next weekend!

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Close up of smothered pork chops with mushroom gravy in a skillet.
Smothered Pork Chops
Smothered pork chops are an easy pork recipe with juicy pan-seared chops drenched in creamy homemade mushroom gravy. It's a comforting and delicious dinner served with mashed potatoes or rice!
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2
Quinoa & Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash {Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts}
Quinoa and Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash
Quinoa and Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash – Sweet acorn squash stuffed with spicy Italian sausage, quinoa, sweet dried cranberries and walnuts. A perfect fall dinner that can be even be made ahead of time!
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3
a dish of enchiladas topped with tomatoes and avocados
Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas
Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas – this super easy chicken enchilada recipe is loaded with chicken, cheese and topped with a green chile sauce!
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4
A plate of food on a table, with Cooker and Pork
Slow Cooker Pork Roast
This Crock Pot Pork Roast is tender, flavorful, and perfectly juicy every time. Slow-cooked with simple ingredients, it’s an easy, comforting dinner that’s great for busy weeknights or Sunday suppers.
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5
pan fried shrimp and pork potstickers on a board
Pan Fried Shrimp and Pork Potstickers
Pan Fried Shrimp and Pork Potstickers – Homemade potstickers filled with shrimp and ground pork. Served with an easy and delicious dipping sauce! 
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6
close up caramelized onion mac and cheese in baking dish
French Onion Mac and Cheese
French Onion Mac and Cheese – A rich, cheesy twist on a classic comfort food. Creamy Gruyère, mozzarella, and Monterey Jack melt together with caramelized onions, crispy bacon, and a crunchy crouton topping for the ultimate baked mac and cheese upgrade.
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7
Pasta Milano {Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts}
Pasta Milano (Copycat Macaroni Grill)
A homemade version of Macaroni Grill’s Pasta Milano. A creamy garlic and sundried tomato sauce, with chicken and mushrooms, over bowtie pasta.
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8
Beef ragu served with spaghetti in a white bowl.
Beef Ragu
Beef ragu is an authentic Italian meat sauce made from savory ground beef simmered in tomato sauce with veggies and garlic. Serve it over spaghetti for a cozy, Tuscan-style dinner!
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9
Mushroom and Butternut Squash Risotto - use a pressure cooker to speed things up! Roasted butternut squash and mushrooms make a perfect comforting meal.
Mushroom and Butternut Squash Risotto
Instant Pot Risotto – use a pressure cooker to speed things up! Roasted butternut squash and mushrooms make a perfect comforting meal.
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10
close up scooping sausage casserole out of baking dish
Italian Sausage Casserole
Italian Sausage Casserole is a hearty and comforting dinner you can make in just minutes. The gooey melty cheese on top just takes it to a whole new level!
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11
close up calzones cut in half on a plate
Calzones
Homemade Calzones – Sausage and pepperoni mixed in a creamy cheese mixture and baked in a delicious and fluffy dough.  Absolutely delicious and everyone is going to go crazy for them!  
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12
A serving of pasta alfredo on a white plate next to a fork, with a wedge of parmesan in the background.
Homemade Alfredo
This is the best homemade Alfredo sauce! It's rich and creamy and packed with garlicky parmesan flavors. Make it in one pan, and add your favorite pasta!
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13
cropped close up chicken noodle soup
Chicken Noodle Soup
The ultimate comfort food, Chicken Noodle Soup that you can make in no time and is perfect for a chilly night.
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14
A serving of chicken alfredo lasagna on a plate.
Chicken Alfredo Lasagna
Creamy, cheesy chicken alfredo lasagna combines homemade alfredo sauce with juicy chicken and spinach, layered with ricotta and tender lasagna noodles.
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15
A buffalo chicken sandwich on a plate, topped with coleslaw and blue cheese, with onion rings in the background
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
This slow cooker buffalo chicken sandwich is tangy, spicy, and incredibly tender. It's topped with a refreshing coleslaw, and so easy to make.
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16
Mexican shredded beef in a square bowl garnished with cilantro and a lime wedge.
Mexican Shredded Beef
Juicy Instant Pot Mexican shredded beef is easy to make from tender chuck roast cooked in a flavorful sauce. Perfect in tacos, enchiladas, or served over rice. Crock Pot directions included!
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17
A lasagna roll up served on a plate with green salad on the side.
Lasagna Roll Ups
Lasagna roll ups are a fun and easy spin on classic lasagna! This cheesy, meaty lasagna roll ups recipe is great for meal prep and freezer-friendly. Customize the fillings any way you'd like!
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18
close up homemade ravoili on a plate with white sauce
Homemade Ravioli
This Homemade is easier than you might think and more delicious than anything you can buy at the store. So get ready to tuck into some tender pasta, savory filling, and a velvety roasted garlic cream sauce.
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19
close up spooning mac and cheese from baking dish
Jalapeno Popper Mac n’ Cheese
Jalapeno Bacon Mac N' Cheese -comfort food at its best. Spice up a classic crowd-pleaser with hot peppers and bacon. You’ll be thinking about grabbing seconds before you’ve even finished your plat
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20
close up scooping alfredo stuffed shells out of baking dish
Chicken Stuffed Shells
Chicken Stuffed Shells – a delicious dinner of pasta shells stuffed with chicken, cheese, spinach and then covered in a creamy alfredo sauce and topped with even more cheese!
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21
baby back ribs close up
Oven Baked Ribs
Oven Baked Ribs – super tender, fall off the bone ribs that are cooked low and slow in the oven. A super easy fool-proof method that anyone can master!
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22
cropped image of beef chili topped with cheese and sour cream
Texas Chili Recipe
Texas Chili Recipe – A classic bean free chili that is loaded with flavor! A little smoky, a hint of spice, and tender chunks of beef. Hearty comfort food everyone will love!
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23
close up beef short rib on a plate
Red Wine Braised Short Ribs
Red Wine Braised Short Ribs – Beef short ribs that are cooked in a red wine sauce. They are fall apart tender, so full of flavor and delicious!
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24
A bowl of beef and noodle soup with bread
Beef and Noodles Soup
Beef and Noodles Soup – use the crock pot to make this super easy soup recipe. Tender beef, noodles, and a delicious broth make for a comforting soup.
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25
close up taking a pork chops out of the pan
French Onion Pork Chops
French Onion Pork Chops – thick pork chops smothered in a sweet caramelized onions and melted cheese. A weeknight meal dream come true!
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About Erin Sellin

Welcome to Dinners, Dishes, & Desserts where my love of food meets my busy life. My name is Erin and I’m a casual home cook who loves to feed people. On this blog, you’ll find hundreds of quick and easy recipes made mostly from scratch. My days are spent in the kitchen, creating new recipes to share with family and friends.

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