15 Recipes for Restaurant-Quality Meals Without the Bill

Love restaurant meals but hate the check? Try these 15 mouthwatering dishes at home and get all the flavor, none of the splurge!

Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs

Instant Pot Baby Back Rib dipped in barbeque sauce in a glass bowl — Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

These Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender and packed with BBQ joint flavor! Make the best ribs in under an hour at home!
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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 Thighs in Creamy Tomato Sauce is your new dinner favorite! Simple, dairy-free, gluten-free, and family-approved!
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Juicy Air Fryer Ribeye Steak

Game-changer alert! This Air Fryer Ribeye Steak is tender, juicy, and ready in minutes with just a few ingredients. Perfect medium rare, every time!
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The Best Instant Pot Rump Roast Recipe

This is the easiest Instant Pot rump roast you’ll ever make! Use your Instant Pot, pressure cooker, or slow cooker for a tender, family-favorite meal!
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Easy Garlic Broiled Chicken Thighs

These juicy, broiled chicken thighs are ready in 25 minutes! Bursting with lemon and garlic, this low-carb dish is perfect for any weeknight meal.
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Instant Pot Green Chicken Curry (Thai Green Curry Recipe)

The Best Thai Green Curry Recipe, ready in a flash with your Instant Pot! This low-carb green chicken curry is easy to make and slow cooker-friendly too!
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Slow Cooker French Onion Chicken

A dish of braised chicken, enhanced with 12 onion pieces, served with various small potatoes and garnished with herbs in a white bowl. — Slow Cooker French Onion Chicken. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

This Slow Cooker French Onion Chicken is the ultimate cozy meal! With tender baby potatoes, caramelized onions, and melty Gruyere, it’s a one-pot favorite for cooler days.
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Tender Marinated London Broil Recipe

Slices of medium-rare beef steak being drizzled with a dark sauce, displayed on a wooden cutting board with a knife in the background. — Tender Marinated London Broil Recipe. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

The secret to this incredibly flavorful Marinated London Broil? Timing! A day in a balsamic-wine marinade gives you a tender, delicious dinner that’s quick and versatile.
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Cheesy Crack Chicken Casserole

A baked casserole dish filled with a cheesy, golden-brown lasagna garnished with fresh parsley leaves, just one of the 21 addictive casseroles you need to try. — Cheesy Crack Chicken Casserole. Photo credit: Best Clean Eating.

This Cheesy Crack Chicken Casserole with broccoli, bacon, and ranch is the ultimate one-pot meal for the whole family! Quick to prepare, this creamy delight is sure to become a family favorite.
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Cajun Seafood Rice Casserole

Shrimp and rice in a skillet. — Cajun Seafood Rice Casserole. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

This Cajun Seafood Rice Casserole is bursting with bold flavors and cozy warmth. Spicy and filling, it’s the perfect dish to satisfy your cravings!
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One Pot Easy Ground Beef Stroganoff

A close-up of a pot of beef stroganoff with wide egg noodles being scooped by a spoon, showcasing one of our 14 easy dinner recipes. The dish is garnished with parsley. — One Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

This One Pot Easy Ground Beef Stroganoff makes weeknight dinners both quick and comforting! Packed with fresh mushrooms, lean ground beef, and egg noodles—no canned soup needed!
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Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Skewers

Grilled chicken skewers glazed with a dark teriyaki sauce, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions, served on a black slate tablet next to a bowl of white rice. — Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Skewers. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

Fire up the grill for these delicious Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Skewers at your next backyard BBQ! Easy to make and bursting with flavor, these kabobs are sure to be a hit with everyone!
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Tuscan Smothered Pork Chops

A spoonful of creamy vegetable stew with visible carrots, herbs, and a rich sauce highlights the simplicity of 10 skillet meals enjoyed any night of the week. — Easy Tuscan Smothered Pork Chops. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

Bring Italian flair to Southern comfort food with these juicy Tuscan Smothered Pork Chops! A quick brine keeps the boneless chops moist, while a creamy herb and garlic Parmesan gravy with onions, tomatoes, and spinach will have your family craving this meal weekly.
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Instant Pot Carnitas Tacos

Three tacos filled with shredded meat, slices of avocado, radishes, and other vegetables on a wooden board, garnished with lime wedges and served alongside a bowl of corn salsa. — Instant Pot Carnitas Tacos. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

Make Taco Tuesday unforgettable with these quick and easy Instant Pot Carnitas Tacos! Juicy, garlic-and-citrus-infused pulled pork comes together in just about an hour for some of the best tacos you'll ever enjoy!
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Chicken Tikka Masala

In this delectable recipe, a black bowl contains rice topped with chunks of meat in a creamy orange curry sauce, garnished with cilantro. A piece of naan bread sits on the side, all presented on a dark surface. — Chicken Tikka Masala. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

Skip the takeout and make this easy Chicken Tikka Masala at home! Featuring tender yogurt-marinated chicken infused with ginger, garlic, and Indian spices, all in a creamy tomato sauce—perfect for mopping up with naan on a cozy night.
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