15 Cozy Dinner Ideas To Must Try
When the nights turn chilly, there’s nothing like gathering around the table with cozy meals that warm you from the inside out.
These cozy dinner ideas are perfect for busy evenings when you want something comforting yet simple. From cheap dinners for a family to easy warm dinners that require minimal prep, each recipe offers heartwarming flavors without the fuss.
Whether you’re craving easy hearty dinner recipes or planning warm dinner ideas for a relaxed weekend night, this collection has you covered.
Think warm meals full of rich flavors, easy techniques, and satisfying portions to make every bite feel like a hug. Perfect for anyone looking for cold weather dinner ideas that deliver comfort in every spoonful.
1
Butternut Pumpkin Pasta without Cream – Athlete Lunchbox
Butternut Pumpkin Pasta combines roasted pumpkin and Greek yogurt for a deliciously creamy sauce without the cream.
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2
Hearty Lentil Soup Packed With Vegetables
Make this hearty lentil soup full of vegetables, lentils, tender potatoes, and flavorful spices. A comforting, traditional family recipe perfect for cozy dinners.
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3
Savory Pumpkin Stew
Savory Pumpkin Stew combines pumpkin puree with ground meat, hearty vegetables, potatoes, and herby broth for the ultimate Fall comfort meal.
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4
Cottage Cheese Potato Soup
This creamy high protein Cottage Cheese Potato Soup is a one-pot recipe. We’re talking 20g of protein per serving! Quick, easy, and customizable with chicken or veggies!
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5
Avocado Kale Salad – The Wholesome Spoon
This Avocado Kale Salad was bursting with freshness and flavor! The cranberry, the sunflower kernels, the Cilantro Lemon Dressing – YUM!
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6
Paleo Pumpkin Chili
This Paleo Pumpkin Chili can made in an Instant Pot or slow cooker. It is savory, flavorful and healthy! Great for dinner, meal prep and leftovers.
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7
Easy Butternut Squash Salad with Feta
This easy butternut squash salad is hearty enough to enjoy for dinner, but also makes a great real food lunch leftover! Try it on your next meatless Monday.
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8
Trader Joe’s Holiday Vegetable Hash and Sausage Stew
The holiday season is so busy for me and my family, so convenience items like Trader Joe’s holiday hash are a life-saver. This sausage and vegetable soup is the perfect way to get a hearty meal on the table in less than 30 minutes.
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9
One-Pan Lebanese Freekeh with Chicken and Apricots
I absolutely love this Lebanese freekeh recipe, especially when I’m in a dinner rut and want to change things up. Spice-rubbed chicken thighs simmer in a freekeh, onion, and apricot pilaf for a super easy skillet meal.
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10
Egg Roll in a Bowl – hellofrozenbananas.com
Egg Roll in a Bowl with ground turkey is an easy, healthy and delicious 20 minute one-pan meal. Serve it as is or over rice!
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11
Turban Squash Recipe
Discover the art of creating mouthwatering stuffed turban squash in this step-by-step guide. We’ll unveil secrets to a savory autumn delight.
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12
Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie Skillet – Olivia’s Kitchen
This sweet potato shepherd’s pie skillet is the ultimate cozy winter meal. With creamy sweet potatoes and a savoury filling of beef and vegetables, this easy dinner recipe is gluten free with a dairy free option. Made in one pot in just an hour, this meal is sure to be a family favourite! This sweet
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13
Salmon Kale Salad with Tahini Dressing – Champagne Tastes®
This salmon kale salad is a fall harvest salad made with fresh kale, apples, Parmesan salmon, roasted potatoes and green beans, and an easy tahini dressing.
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14
Dutch Oven Chicken Noodle Soup – Simple And Fraiche
You will love this easy and flavorful Dutch Oven Chicken Noodle Soup. It’s made with pre-cooked chicken, bone broth, veggies, herbs, and gluten-free noodles. Everything comes together on the stovetop in one pot, making it perfect for a comforting weeknight meal.
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