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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Mama's Chicken Pot Pie Recipe
170 min · ★ 4.8
Roasted Lemon Garlic Zucchini Recipe
30 min · ★ 4.8
Southern-Style Pepper Steak Recipe
25 min · ★ 5
Sausage and Spinach Stuffed Shells with Garlic Cream Sauce Recipe
55 min · ★ 4.9
3-Ingredient Sausage Goulash Recipe
20 min · ★ 4.8
Easy Shrimp with Pasta Recipe
20 min · ★ 4.8
Pizzadillas Recipe
12 min · ★ 5
Spanish Rice with Ham Recipe
30 min · ★ 4.9
Polselli Pizza Dough Recipe
30 min · ★ 4.9
Dominican Berenjena Recipe
70 min · ★ 4.9
Creamy Chicken & Rice Casserole Recipe
95 min · ★ 4.8
Kadun Pika With Coconut Milk Recipe
60 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.