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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Sheet Pan Cheeseburger Sliders Recipe
20 min · ★ 5
Mogodu Recipe
150 min · ★ 4.9
Drunken Chicken with 40’leven Cloves of Garlic Recipe
75 min · ★ 4.8
Baked Barbequed Chicken Recipe
130 min · ★ 4.8
Pinakuluang Manok Recipe
75 min · ★ 4.9
Southern Smothered Sausage & Potatoes Recipe
40 min · ★ 4.8
Baked Country-Style Ribs Recipe
200 min · ★ 4.8
Homemade Flatbread Pizza Recipe
70 min · ★ 4.9
The BEST Swiss Steak Recipe
135 min · ★ 4.8
Hunts Meatloaf Starter Recipe
75 min · ★ 4.9
One-Pot Swedish Meatballs with Noodles Recipe
40 min · ★ 4.8
The BEST Flank Steak Pinwheels & Marinade Recipe
25 min · ★ 4.8
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.