57 Easy Comfort Food Recipes Perfect for Busy Weeknights (2024)

Stuffed Pepper Casserole

Try our mouthwatering Stuffed Pepper Casserole! Perfect for feeding a hungry crowd, this recipe is quick, easy, and loved by families.

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Thai Red Chicken Curry

Make our flavorful Thai Red Curry Chicken recipe for a quick and tasty one-pan dinner that your whole family will enjoy. It's both easy and delicious.

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Honey Garlic Chicken

Throw out the takeout menu and whip up our delicious Honey Garlic Chicken recipe. Perfect for anyone looking for a flavorful and hassle-free meal.
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Ham and Potato Casserole

Indulge in our hearty and filling ham and potato casserole, the perfect recipe for foodies craving a tasty weeknight meal.

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Easy Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets

Craving crispy, juicy chicken cutlets? This easy Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets recipe delivers in just 15 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights.

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Ham and Cheese Sliders

This easy-to-make recipe combines the classic comfort of ham and cheese sliders. Perfect for foodies and anyone craving a tasty treat.

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Slow Cooker Beef Teriyaki

Slow Cooker Beef Teriyaki is comfort food with juicy beef and flavorful teriyaki sauce mixed with sweet bell peppers.

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Taco Casserole

Who doesn't love a good taco? This Taco Casserole puts all your favorite taco flavors in one easy-to-make dish. With savory beef, crunchy tortilla chips, and a creamy layer of sour cream, this dish has all the flavors you love.

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Cajun Chicken Pasta

Our easy one-pan Cajun Chicken Pasta is a surefire crowd-pleaser that delivers spicy and creamy flavors in one simple pasta dish. Made with seasoned cajun chicken, satisfying penne pasta, and smooth cream cheese, this meal is simple to make yet absolutely delicious.

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Chicken Parmesan

If you want a delicious and easy-to-make dinner the whole family will love, our Chicken Parmesan recipe is for you! Juicy, tender, crispy breaded chicken is baked perfectly in flavorful tomato sauce and topped with mozzarella and parmesan cheese!

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Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken Sliders

Discover the secret to delicious Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken Sliders. Juicy, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. A family favorite.
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Shrimp Lo Mein

Savor homemade Shrimp Lo Mein in 30 minutes with this easy recipe featuring succulent shrimp, fresh veggies, and a savory sauce.

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Dirty Rice With Sausage

Dirty Rice with Sausage is a one-pot wonder that'll satisfy even the hungriest of crowds. Ground beef, sausage, and a touch of Cajun seasoning come together in one pot for an easy, flavor-packed meal!

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Lazy Lasagna

Your family will love this delicious, rich, and cheesy Lazy Lasagna recipe. You'll love this recipe because all you need are four simple ingredients.

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Italian Meatball Soup With Pesto

Indulge in Italian Meatball Soup with Pesto, a perfect mix of juicy meatballs and pasta cooked to perfection, a rich broth seasoned with a pesto.

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Creamy Chicken Thighs

Cast Iron Chicken Thighsis a rich, creamy, flavorful dish that's simple to prepare, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights.

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Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta

Chicken Bacon Ranch Casseroleis the ultimate comfort food and is perfect for midweek dinners. Chunks of juicy chicken, crispy bacon, and tender pasta combined with Ranch dressing and Alfredo sauce and topped with freshly shredded Mozzarella and Cheddar cheese.

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Tortellini Soup

Our Tortellini Soup is a delicious, hearty soup recipe that's simple to whip up and perfect for busy weeknights. It's packed with veggies, a savory broth, and rich cheese tortellini. We've also snuck in some fresh spinach for a little boost of protein.

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Chicken And Rice Casserole

Chicken and Rice Casserole is the perfect comfort food that is delicious and easy to make. Juicy rotisserie chicken, fluffy rice, and veggies are baked to perfection with bubbly, golden cheese on top.

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Pizza Casserole

Pizza Casserole has all the deliciousness of a pizza combined with the comfort of a hearty casserole. It's a blend of meat, cheese, and pasta. We've added an extra twist and turned it into a Meatlover's Pizza Casserole, combining sweet Italian sausage, beef, bacon, and pepperoni with gooey cheese and tender pasta.

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Goulash

If you're looking for an easy-to-make, delicious comfort food recipe, you will love American Goulash. Perfectly cooked ground beef cooked in a deliciously spiced tomato sauce, with tender pasta, and topped with Cheddar cheese.

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Easy Shepherd's Pie

Our easy Shepherd's Pie is comfort food at its finest, perfect for feeding the whole family. Its hearty layers of ground beef, peas and carrots, and fluffy mashed potatoes make it a crowd-pleaser.

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Hamburger Soup

Juicy ground beef and a medley of fresh veggies are perfectly seasoned and simmered in a flavorful tomato beef broth, then combined with pasta shells.

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Sausage And Hash Brown Casserole

This Sausage and Hash Brown Casserole is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, offering a mouthwatering mix of flavors. Think sausage, creamy cheese, and crispy hash browns—all baked to perfection.
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TikTok Spaghetti

It's the ultimate comfort food – spaghetti, meat, and cheese – transformed into a viral sensation. There's a reason this recipe keeps going viral. It's delicious, easy, and takes minutes to prep!

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Lasagna Roll-Ups

Lasagna Roll-Ups are a fun, creative, and delicious twist on traditional lasagna. A lasagna noodle is rolled around a mouth-watering cheese and meat sauce filling.

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Crack Chicken Noodle Soup

Our Crack Chicken Noodle Soup is an easy and delicious dinner your whole family will love. We combine tender chicken, velvety cheese, a blend of veggies, a hint of Ranch, and crispy bacon, creating a delicious creamy chicken soup that gives a classic chicken noodle soup a run for its money. It's a warming, filling meal perfect for busy weeknights.

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Krautfleckerl

Krautfleckerl is a rich, hearty fried cabbage and bacon noodle dish with ham and bacon. Experience the warmth and comfort of a traditional German dish with this delicious fried cabbage and noodle recipe: crispy bacon, savory ham, caramelized cabbage and onions, tender pasta, and a hint of nutty Parmesan cheese.

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Lasagna Soup

Dig into a bowl of Lasagna Soup for a cozy, comforting meal that brings all classic lasagna flavors. This hearty soup features Italian sausage, pasta, and a blend of cheeses—ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan.

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Ham And Noodle Casserole

Our family loves this quick and easy, hearty Ham and Noodle Casserole (German: Nudelauflauf mit Schincken). Creamy homemade sauce, chunks of savory ham, and velvety egg noodles unite under a layer of melt-in-your-mouth Swiss cheese.

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Chicken Pot Pie Casserole

Welcome to a new spin on a classic! This Chicken Pot Pie Casserole combines the familiar taste of your favorite comfort meal with the ease of a casserole. With a handful of simple ingredients like chicken, vegetables, and biscuits, this recipe promises a satisfying and delectable dish.

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Meatball Casserole

This Cheesy Meatball Casserole is a hit at any dinner table, full of rich, hearty flavors that will make everyone come back for seconds. It's made with juicy meatballs, a savory marinara sauce, and topped off with a layer of gooey, melted cheese.

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Big Mac Salad

Dive into this irresistible Big Mac Salad that puts a fun twist on a classic fast-food favorite right at your own home. This hearty recipe features ground beef, crisp lettuce, melty cheese, and our copycat Big Mac Sauce, bringing you all the flavors of a Big Mac without the bun!

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Sausage Lentil Soup

Spice up your winter nights with a steaming bowl of Sausage Lentil Soup! Lentils simmer in a rich beef broth with bacon, onions, and carrots, are seasoned and are finished with beef sausages. Add thick slices of crusty bread on the side and indulge in this ultimate deliciousness!

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Baked Feta Pasta

This Baked Feta Pasta recipe has gone viral on TikTok. Let's find out why! It's an amazing, easy pasta dinner with just a few simple ingredients but is full of big flavors. Roasted ripe cherry tomatoes and salty cheese turn into this wonderfully creamy sauce that makes a delicious pasta dish.

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Chicken Chili

This Chicken Chili recipe is a lighter version of the classic comfort food - Chili con Carne. Perfect comfort food that will make you crave for seconds. Juicy chicken and tender white beans are simmered to perfection in a rich and flavorful broth!

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Chicken Meatloaf

Chicken Meatloafis a great alternative to a traditional beef meatloaf. We combine moist ground chicken with a rich barbecue sauce topping. The added blend of spices and panko bread crumbs ensures a texture and flavor that's downright irresistible.

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Old Fashioned Potato Soup

This Old-Fashioned Potato Soup delivers a bowl full of hearty satisfaction, perfect for any meal. With russet potatoes, cheddar cheese, and bacon all working together, you'll wonder why you didn't make this soup sooner. Like our Loaded Sweet Potato Soup, it's topped with crispy bacon and cheese.

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Onion Pie

There's something supremely comforting about a warm, savoryGerman Onion Piefresh out of the oven. Imagine a flaky, homemade crust filled with a scrumptious blend of caramelized onions, crispy bacon, and Swiss cheese.
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Cheese Spaetzle

You can think of Cheese Spaetzle as German Mac and Cheese. Tender homemade egg noodles are perfectly cooked in a deliciously cheesy cream sauce.

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Beef Stew

This melt-in-your-mouth Beef Stew is bursting with flavor and texture. Tender beef is simmered in a roasted garlic red wine beef broth. A medley of root vegetables is cooked with potatoes to create an incredibly hearty, filling dish!

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Hunter's Schnitzel

Hunter's Schnitzel (German: Jägerschnitzel) is the comfort food you've been craving, featuring crispy pork cutlets smothered in a creamy mushroom sauce.

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Beef And Bean Casserole

This quick and easy Cheesy Beef and Bean Casserole is a delicious recipe the whole family will love. Tender beef and beans are baked in a delicious tomato-based sauce and finished with gooey melted Cheddar cheese.

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Mushroom Pie

This Mushroom Pie is a delicious, surprisingly easy dinner option to pull together. A hearty, vegetable-filled pastry dish ready to serve in less than an hour. A pie lover's dream come true! It has a buttery, flaky crust and a creamy filling loaded with savory mushrooms and sweet, tender onions.

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Paprika Chicken

This Paprika Chicken recipe is a weeknight dinner winner. Tender and juicy chicken smothered in a rich and creamy paprika sauce served over tender egg noodles! Every bite is loaded with sweet, peppery, and zesty flavors.

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Shrimp And Mushroom Pasta

You won't believe how delicious this Shrimp and Mushroom Pasta dish is. This recipe is a hit with jumbo shrimp, creamy mushroom sauce, and a splash of red wine!

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Potato Pancakes

Classic German Potato Pancakes (German: Kartoffelpuffer) are made from freshly grated potatoes fried to golden brown perfection. Crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside.
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Beef Rouladen

To make these mouthwatering German Rouladen, we fill a thinly sliced steak with mustard, bacon, onion, and pickles. Braise in a red wine sauce until they are tender and irresistibly delicious.
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Chicken Cacciatore With Pasta

Chicken Cacciatore is simmered in a flavorful tomato sauce with mushrooms and peppers, and this traditional dish makes a delightful dinner.
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German Chicken Schnitzel

Chicken Schnitzel is an easy twist on a classic German Schnitzel recipe. It's got crispy on the outside and juicy chicken on the inside.

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Bacon BBQ Hasselback Chicken (4 Ingredients)

Easy, flavorful BBQ Hasselback Chicken recipe with juicy chicken, tangy sauce, crispy bacon, and melted cheese.

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Air Fryer Biscuits

Indulge in flaky perfection with this Air Fryer Biscuits recipe. Quick, easy, and made with simple ingredients, these are a family favorite treat.

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Instant Pot Cauliflower Soup

This quick homemade soup recipe is jam-packed and full of flavorful vegetables - the simplest ingredients.

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Pierogies And Kielbasa Skillet Recipe

This Pierogies and Kielbasa Skillet Recipe is a hearty, family-friendly meal that is easily prepared. The Polish sausage and pierogies is a 30-minute dinner prepared in one skillet and loaded with flavor.

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Dutch Oven Beef Stew

Cozy comfort food at its best, this Dutch Oven Beef Stew cooks low and slow in your oven for meltingly tender results. It’s naturally gluten-free, high in protein, and packed with veggies.

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Maple Mustard Glazed Chicken

Maple Mustard Glazed Chicken is an easy, sweet, and savory one-skillet chicken dinner recipe that’s perfect for fall dinners.

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Crusted Chicken Romano with Lemon Butter

This Easy Crusted Chicken Romano Recipe is a tender, juicy chicken cutlet pounded, coated with Romano and Parmesan Cheese, and sauteed in lemon butter sauce.

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Pork Tenderloin With Creamy Mushroom Sauce

My favorite kinds of dinners are the ones that are easy and affordable yet taste like a million bucks. Enter Pork Tenderloin with Creamy Mushroom Sauce. Quick enough for a weeknight yet fancy enough for date night this pork tenderloin is a meal fit for any occasion and is ready in under 30 minutes.

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Beef Shank Stew

Are you looking for a comforting and nourishing meal on a chilly day? This delicious and easy-to-make Beef Shank Stew is packed with protein-rich beef, various vegetables, and flavorful seasonings. It’s a convenient and budget-friendly option for a cozy dinner at home.

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