Best Main Dishes Recipes
Main dishes are the center of the plate. This collection covers beef, chicken, pork, seafood, and vegetarian entrées, with recipes that explain the cooking method, the seasoning, and the resting time. We've tested every recipe for the details that matter — the internal temperature, the pan size, the sauce ratio — so you can cook with confidence.
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Soft Dinner Rolls Recipe
227 min · ★ 4.8
Country Fried Cubed Steak & Gravy Recipe
35 min · ★ 4.8
Hamburger Steaks with Brown Gravy Recipe
30 min · ★ 4.9
Pennsylvania Dutch Chicken Croquettes Recipe
35 min · ★ 4.9
Zehnder's Butter Noodle Recipe
30 min · ★ 4.9
Chicken Pilau (aka Perlo) Recipe
95 min · ★ 4.8
Miki Ilocos Recipe
45 min · ★ 4.9
Steak and Ale Kensington Club Marinade Recipe
25 min · ★ 4.9
Southern Fried Potatoes & Sausage Recipe
30 min · ★ 4.8
Crock Pot Carnitas Recipe
370 min · ★ 4.8
Homemade Garlic Knots Recipe
200 min · ★ 4.8
Kona Grill Macadamia Nut Chicken Sauce Recipe
50 min · ★ 4.9
Frequently asked questions
What's the best way to cook a steak?
Season generously, sear in a hot cast-iron pan, and finish in the oven. Use a thermometer: 125°F for rare, 135°F for medium-rare, 145°F for medium. Rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
How do I keep chicken breast from drying out?
Brine it for 30 minutes, cook it to 160°F, and let it rest for 5 minutes. The temperature will climb to 165°F while it rests.
What's a good main dish for a vegetarian dinner?
Pasta, grain bowls, and stuffed vegetables are the most satisfying options. Use the diet filter above to show only vegetarian mains.