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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Costco Lentils Madras Recipe
45 min · ★ 4.9
20 Minute Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe
20 min · ★ 4.8
Crock Pot Pulled Pork with Buzzy's Butt Rub Recipe
490 min · ★ 5
Kathiyawadi Undhiyu Recipe
120 min · ★ 4.9
Old-Fashioned Southern Ham Dumplings Recipe
135 min · ★ 4.8
Michael Symon Prime Rib Recipe
205 min · ★ 4.9
Cajun Pastalaya Recipe
50 min · ★ 4.8
Chicken & Noodles (Stove-Top or Crock Pot) Recipe
60 min · ★ 4.8
ArnieTex Chili Recipe
60 min · ★ 4.9
Slim Chickens Garlic Parmesan Recipe
30 min · ★ 4.9
Costco Yakisoba Stir Fry Recipe
30 min · ★ 4.9
Chicken & Stuffing Casserole Recipe
60 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.