33 Comforting Fall Dinner Recipes
It’s all about warm, cozy meals when the cooler weather arrives. I’ve rounded up these 33+ comforting fall dinner recipes for you to try, each guaranteed to be a hit with family. Try these favorites baked rigatoni, macaroni and cheese, and mushroom risotto!
Fall Comfort Food Recipes
As the cooler weather moves in and cozy season begins, there’s nothing better than gathering around warm, comforting meals. I’m sharing 20+ fall dinner recipes that are perfect for easy weeknight dinners, hosting gatherings, or casual get-togethers.
If you’re looking to use up your excess apples, this Apple Cider Chicken is a must. Making one-pot meals is always a hit, like this Honey Butter Chicken and Skillet Lasagna.
If you’re looking for comforting soups, there are many options. Making homemade tomato soup and creamy chicken noodle soup paired with grilled cheese is always a hit. Both make large batches so you can enjoy leftovers throughout the week. For more inspiration, check out my soup recipes.
20+ Fall Dinner Recipes
1
Chicken Dijon
Easy Chicken Dijon Recipe: A year 'round family favorite! Quick to make in just 1 pan. Chicken thighs & mushrooms in a creamy mustard sauce.
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2
Baked Rigatoni
Baked rigatoni, made with sausage! So much robust flavor and melted cheese! And the added benefit of hidden veg. A balanced meal in one pan.
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3
Skillet Apple Cider Chicken
This apple cider chicken recipe is an easy, flavorful weeknight meal that’s full of fall flavor and comes together in one skillet!
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4
Cream of Mushroom Soup
This cream of mushroom soup is so easy to make & so full of savory flavor. Hearty & robust, with a luxuriously velvety texture you'll adore!
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5
Fall Salad
Fall salad recipe: with all the best autumn flavors! Apples, roasted squash, cheese, nuts, bacon, maple apple cider vinaigrette & more!
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6
Creamy One Pot Sausage Broccoli Pasta
This creamy one pot sausage broccoli pasta recipe is packed with flavor and convenience. Minimal effort, easy clean up and done in 30 minutes!
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7
Detroit-Style Pizza
Make this Detroit-style pizza for your next hangout! With a thick, soft, & pillowy crust, and cheese all the way to its crispy edges!
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8
Creamy Miso Mushroom Pasta: restaurant quality in 30 minutes at home!
Creamy Miso Mushroom Pasta is a restaurant quality, umami-packed, vegetarian show-stopper of an easy dish made in 30 minutes at home. It’s the best pasta dish you’ve probably never had.
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9
Honey Butter Chicken
Bursting with flavor, this honey butter chicken recipe will quickly become a weeknight favorite! Smothered in a honey butter sauce made with spices, butter, honey, and soy sauce. Made in one pan and ready in 20 minutes, this chicken dish will win the hearts of many!
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10
Beef Bourguignon Recipe
This authentic beef bourguignon recipe features fall-apart tender beef with vegetables, braised in a rich red wine sauce. Surprisingly simple to make– let it simmer all afternoon and you'll be rewarded with a pot of pure comfort for dinner!
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11
White Beans and Greens with Sausage
This white beans & greens bowl with sausage is a quick, satisfying meal with tons of flavor and nutrients. Perfect for busy weeknights!
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12
Chicken Marsala
Make this easy chicken marsala recipe for dinner tonight! It comes together in a snap & everyone will love the rich, savory mushroom sauce!
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13
Slow Cooker Chicken Chili
This simple slow cooker chicken chili recipe is as hearty, satisfying and delicious as it looks! It’s a true “set and forget it” meal!
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14
Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
Creamy <strong>Chicken & Wild Rice Soup</strong>: Easy to make in just one pot, and so comforting! Chock-full of chicken, veggies, and hearty wild rice.
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15
Mushroom Risotto
Craving a hearty, comforting meatless meal? Look no further than this mushroom risotto recipe. So full of savory, satisfying flavor!
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16
Super Easy One Pan Lasagna Recipe
This one pan lasagna is a quick family favorite 35-minute dinner recipe that you’ll want to make all year long!
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17
Corn Chowder
This easy corn chowder recipe is perfect for tonight's dinner! Loaded with tons of sweet corn, potato, & smokey bacon. A delicious one-pot meal!
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18
Salisbury Steak
Salisbury steak is a classic dish made with seasoned ground beef cooked with sautéed mushrooms and onions in a delicious homemade gravy!
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19
The Best Vegetarian Chili
This vegetarian chili is filled with flavor, texture, and the perfect amount of spice. The recipe combines easy canned ingredients with some fresh ingredients that makes a one pan meal that’s perfect for the colder months. Even meat eaters loved it too!
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20
Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipe
Your family will go crazy for this baked macaroni & cheese recipe! Sinfully creamy and gooey, with a 3-cheese blend that gives a perfect balance of flavors.
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21
Easy Creamy Mushroom Pasta Recipe
This easy creamy mushroom pasta recipe is guaranteed to impress with an undeniably creamy mushroom sauce.
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22
Easy Tomato Soup Recipe
This is the easiest tomato soup recipe you'll ever make! Takes just 5 minutes and it's loaded with robust tomato flavor, garlic, parm & herbs.
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23
Pumpkin Soup
This easy pumpkin soup recipe has the most incredible balance of flavors! Rich, savory & sage-y, with just a hint of maple and apple.
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24
One Pan Italian Sausage Orzo
This one pan Italian sausage orzo is a quick and easy meal made with red bell peppers, onions, garlic, orzo, chicken broth, cream, parmesan, and spinach. It’s perfect for busy weeknights— minimal effort and minimal clean up!
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25
Sweet and Sour Meatballs
Sweet and Sour Meatballs: tender meatballs simmered in a tangy sweet & sour sauce. Make them in the crockpot or on the stovetop; they’re easy & so delish!
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26
Homemade Chili
If you want a from scratch traditional chili recipe, look no further. This chili recipe is made with ground turkey (or beef), bell peppers, onion, tomatoes, beans, and a variety of spices. This is a feel-good, hearty, cozy dinner that everyone will love!
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27
Broccoli Cheese Soup
Warm yourself with a bowl of this comforting broccoli cheese soup. So creamy and flavorful, and easy as can be to make!
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28
Turkey Pot Pie Recipe
Turn leftover turkey into household favorite with this turkey pot pie recipe with a buttery pie crust. It can be customized to your liking with ingredients you have on hand– use turkey or chicken, and frozen vegetables to save time.
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29
Traeger Pot Roast
The OWYD Traeger Pot Roast recipe take a chuck roast and some onions and turns it into one of the best pot roasts of your life.
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30
Hummus Pizza – Fall Hummus Pizza with Butternut Squash and Apples
Hummus pizza is a fun twist on traditional cheese pizza. This one is fall inspired with roasted butternut squash, apples and radishes.
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31
Pumpkin Spice Waffles
These crisp and fluffy Pumpkin Waffles are filled with plenty of spices; they smell amazing and remind us of fall each year.
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32
Turkey Butternut Squash Chili
Creamy rich turkey chili with butternut squash, vegetables, and herbs for a healthy rich fall flavor your whole family will love!
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More Resources
- Find more inspiration with this collection Fall Recipes and Winter Recipes.
