When the temperatures drop, a winter dinner that’s cozy and comforting is what’s needed. Soup has its place during winter, but sometimes, we need a break from it. Here are some winter dinners that are full of flavor and bring the warmth that’s missing from outdoors.
Honey Garlic Meatballs
If you have a winter potluck you need to dish for, these honey garlic meatballs will work perfectly. This recipe is for a slow cooker for a hands off approach.
Kenyan Black Beans (Njahi) in Coconut Sauce
This warm, cozy dish uses njahi beans which are similar to black beans. If you are unable to find njahi beans online or in a specialty grocery store, then black beans can work just as well. Pair this with rice and a meat protein of your choice.
Skillet Tomato Cheddar Chicken Pot Pie
Chicken pot pie is a classic and this twist with tomato and cheddar at the center is wonderful. Eat this during a cozy candlelit winter dinner with others or by yourself.
Marry Me Chicken Orzo
The cult classic “marry me” flavor is amped up with orzo pasta as the base to this dish. This is a quick, simple weeknight meal.
Jerk Whole Roasted Chicken
A whole roasted chicken screams cozy. It’s elevated enough for a dinner party, yet simple enough for a comforting after-work meal. The jerk flavor of this chicken is what’s needed to spice up, pun intended, this classic dish.
Pomegranate Braised Lamb Shank
The tender, braised lamb will work perfectly paired with mash potatoes and roasted broccoli. The pomegranate adds a wonderful unexpected flavor.
Shrimp Lo Mein
Take out your favorite bowls for this warm noodle dish. The shrimp lo mein has a beautiful combination of aromatics to create a delectable flavor.
Red Beans and Rice
A staple in southern kitchens and originating in Louisiana, red beans and rice provide warm, coziness during those frigid winter nights. Filled with sausage and served with rice, this high-protein meal is just what you need.
Salisbury Steak
Slow cooker salisbury steak is a quintessential comfort meal. Use ground turkey or chicken to make a lighter version of this classic dish. Warm up inside with this winter dinner idea.
French Onion Chicken
This is a creative spin on the classic french onion soup. With the caramelized onions and gooey gruyere cheese, the deep flavors make this well above your average chicken dinner.
