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These 15 Dinners Taste Like a 5-Star Meal—Made at Home!

Published: Nov 7, 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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Skip the lines and cook up 5-star meals at home! These 15 dinners bring luxury dining to your kitchen—without the expensive price tag!

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.

Instant Pot Carnitas Tacos take Taco Tuesday to the next level! Garlic and citrus-infused pork cooked in just an hour for the perfect taco night!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Carnitas Tacos

Slow Cooker Pork Chops & Vegetables

A plate of cooked steak garnished with herbs, served with roasted potatoes, mushrooms, carrots, onions, and covered in a brown sauce. A fork is placed on the right side of the plate.
Slow Cooker Pork Chops & Vegetables. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

These Slow Cooker Pork Chops and Veggies are as easy as they come! Perfectly cooked in the crock pot with a savory mushroom and onion gravy.
Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Pork Chops & Vegetables

Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese

Bowl of pasta with creamy sauce, garnished with chopped green onions and drizzled with a dark sauce. A fork is in the bowl, making it one of the top 10 instant pot recipes for quick and delicious meals.
Instant Pot BBQ Mac and Cheese. Photo credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

Try something new at your next cookout with BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese! Creamy, cheesy, and made in your Instant Pot, this dish is ready in just 30 minutes!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot BBQ Mac and Cheese

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.

Why order takeout when you can make Chicken Tikka Masala at home? Tender chicken in a rich, spiced tomato sauce—perfect for a cozy night with naan!
Get the Recipe: Chicken Tikka Masala

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.

Timing is everything for this Marinated London Broil! A simple balsamic-wine marinade overnight turns into a juicy, flavorful dinner that's ready fast.
Get the Recipe: Tender Marinated London Broil Recipe

Teriyaki Chicken on the Blackstone Griddle

Teriyaki Chicken with asparagus on a white plate with a fork.
Teriyaki Chicken on the Blackstone Griddle. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

These Teriyaki Chicken Thighs on the Blackstone Griddle are packed with flavor and ready in 20 minutes! With only 2 ingredients, it’s perfect for meal prep.
Get the Recipe: Teriyaki Chicken on the Blackstone Griddle

Smoked Chicken Drumsticks

Smoked Chicken Drumstick with parsley on a white plate.
Smoked Chicken Drumsticks. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Smoked chicken drumsticks that are juicy, smoky, and packed with flavor! Perfect for BBQ lovers and a must-have for your weekend cookout.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Chicken Drumsticks

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 will be your new favorite! Simple, family-friendly, and dairy & gluten-free—perfect for dinner!
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! Garlic and fresh lemon juice add flavor, and they're ready in 30 minutes—keto & paleo-friendly!
Get the Recipe: Easy Broiled Chicken Leg Quarters

Easy Garlic Broiled Chicken Thighs

Easy Garlic Broiled Chicken Thighs with parsley in a white baking dish with a spatula.
Easy Garlic Broiled Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Juicy broiled chicken thighs in under 25 minutes! With lemon and garlic, this low-carb recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner everyone will love.
Get the Recipe: Easy Garlic Broiled Chicken Thighs

Reverse Sear Porterhouse Steak

Seared Porterhouse Steak with butter, parsley, and asparagus on a white plate.
Reverse Sear Porterhouse Steak. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

A Reverse Sear Porterhouse Steak, perfectly cooked with a tender filet and juicy strip, is a steak lover's dream come true!
Get the Recipe: Reverse Sear Porterhouse Steak

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.

Sear up a juicy Ribeye Steak on the Blackstone Griddle! With just salt, pepper, and butter, this melt-in-your-mouth steak is pure perfection.
Get the Recipe: Juicy Ribeye on the Blackstone Griddle-

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! Packed with flavor, they taste like they’re from your favorite BBQ joint—ready in under an hour!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs

Baked Ravioli

A close-up of a cheesy baked ravioli garnished with herbs, with a fork lifting a portion to show the melted cheese.
Baked Ravioli. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Busy night? Try this Baked Ravioli! Like lasagna but easier, it’s made with frozen ravioli, marinara, and melted cheese—ready in 1 hour!
Get the Recipe: Baked Ravioli

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 is the perfect weeknight comfort food! Made with fresh ingredients and no canned soup for a homemade touch.
Get the Recipe: One Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff

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