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12 Must-Try Dinners That Make My Friends Think I'm a Chef

Published: Sep 11, 2024 by Lara Clevenger, Registered Dietitian This post may contain affiliate links - read my disclaimer for full details... Leave a Comment

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Turn your kitchen into a five-star restaurant with these 12 drool-worthy dinners. Your friends will think you’re a top chef, and you'll know why!

Juicy Ribeye on the Blackstone Griddle-

Juicy Ribeye with butter, salt, pepper, and broccoli on a white plate with a fork.
Juicy Ribeye on the Blackstone Griddle-. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Make a juicy Ribeye Steak on the Blackstone Griddle. Melt in your mouth perfectly tender ribeye on the flat top grill. Simply seasoned with salt and pepper and topped with butter.
Get the Recipe: Juicy Ribeye on the Blackstone Griddle-

Keto Zucchini Casserole with Ground Beef

Keto Zucchini with Ground Beef in a casserole dish with a spoon.
Keto Zucchini Casserole with Ground Beef. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This delicious Keto Ground Beef Zucchini Casserole is incredibly easy to make! It's a cheesy beef and zucchini casserole that's perfect for any night of the week!
Get the Recipe: Keto Zucchini Casserole with Ground Beef

Cast Iron Chicken Thighs in Creamy Tomato Sauce

Cast Iron Chicken Thigh in Creamy Tomato Sauce with a spoon in a cast iron skillet.
Cast Iron Chicken Thighs in Creamy Tomato Sauce. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Cast Iron Keto Chicken Thigh Recipe in Creamy Tomato Sauce will be your new favorite dinner. It's a delicious meal and is made with simple ingredients that the entire family will love! ! It's dairy and gluten free!
Get the Recipe: Cast Iron Chicken Thighs in Creamy Tomato Sauce

Easy Broiled Chicken Leg Quarters

Easy Broiled Chicken Leg Quarters in a white casserole dish.
Easy Broiled Chicken Leg Quarters. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

These Broiled Chicken Leg Quarters are perfect for an easy dinner meal! Garlic and fresh lemon juice are used to season this delicious dish! Not only are these chicken quarters made in only 30 minutes, they're paleo and keto friendly too!
Get the Recipe: Easy Broiled Chicken Leg Quarters

The Best Instant Pot Rump Roast Recipe

The Best Instant Pot Rump Roast Recipe on a white plate with potatoes, carrots and parsley.
The Best Instant Pot Rump Roast Recipe. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This is the easiest Instant Pot rump roast recipe you'll ever make! Whether you make this rump roast in an Instant Pot, pressure cooker or slow cooker, this dish is something the entire family will love!
Get the Recipe: The Best Instant Pot Rump Roast Recipe

Lemon Garlic Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle

Lemon Garlic Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle on a white plate with lemon and parsley.
Lemon Garlic Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle is incredibly easy to make! Done in less than 5 minutes, you'll love this lemon garlic shrimp recipe!
Get the Recipe: Lemon Garlic Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle

Blackstone Brussel Sprouts with Bacon

Blackstone Brussel Spouts with bacon in a white bowl with a fork.
Blackstone Brussel Sprouts with Bacon. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Make delicious Brussel sprouts with bacon on your Blackstone Griddle. This is a delicious side dish that the whole family will love!
Get the Recipe: Blackstone Brussel Sprouts with Bacon

Zucchini on the Blackstone Griddle

Zucchini on the Blackstone Griddle on a white plate.
Zucchini on the Blackstone Griddle. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Make perfectly cooked zucchini on the Blackstone Griddle. Quick and easy, these make for a healthy side dish! These Blackstone zucchini are low in carbs and great for a keto or paleo diet!
Get the Recipe: Zucchini on the Blackstone Griddle

Salmon on the Blackstone Griddle

Salmon on the Blackstone Griddle with brussel sprouts and zucchini on a white plate.
Salmon on the Blackstone Griddle. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Make perfectly cooked salmon on the Blackstone Griddle in no time at all! It's a quick and easy healthy recipe, perfect for lunch or dinner. This Blackstone salmon recipe is super flavorful and you'll love the crispy skin!
Get the Recipe: Salmon on the Blackstone Griddle

Easy Keto Mexican Casserole

Easy Keto Mexican Casserole in a casserole dish with cilantro, green onion, and a spatula.
Easy Keto Mexican Casserole. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Easy Keto Mexican Casserole is made with ground beef, low carb tortillas, and your favorite taco toppings! It'll be you're new go-to weeknight meal! It's cheesy, juicy goodness! It's perfect for meal prepping too!
Get the Recipe: Easy Keto Mexican Casserole

Instant Pot Green Chicken Curry (Thai Green Curry Recipe)

Instant Pot Green Chicken Curry (Thai Green Curry Recipe) in a black bowl with bell peppers, basil, and limes.
Instant Pot Green Chicken Curry (Thai Green Curry Recipe). Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

The Best Thai Green Curry Recipe is made in the Instant Pot or Pressure cooker for a quick and easy meal! This green chicken curry is low in carbs and can be made in a slow cooker too!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Green Chicken Curry (Thai Green Curry Recipe)

Instant Pot Ribs- Fall Off the Bones Beef Ribs (Low Carb, Gluten-Free)

Instant Pot Ribs- Fall Off the Bones Beef Ribs Low Carb, Gluten-Free on foil with a basting brush and bbq sauce.
Instant Pot Ribs- Fall Off the Bones Beef Ribs (Low Carb, Gluten-Free). Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

You're gonna love these easy peazy, mouth-watering Instant Pot Ribs! They're made in minutes not hours with your beloved pressure cooker!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Ribs- Fall Off the Bones Beef Ribs (Low Carb, Gluten-Free)

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