These 20 Best Fall Dinners are the ultimate cozy-weather comfort foods. From oven-baked pasta and skillet pork chops to pumpkin curries and hearty galettes, these recipes are sure to become your seasonal favorites.
CREAMY APPLE CIDER CHICKEN SKILLET
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This creamy apple cider chicken skillet combines sweet and savory flavors for an easy, cozy fall dinner. Serve it with mashed red potatoes, topped with the luscious pan sauce for a comforting meal everyone will enjoy.
SKILLET PORK CHOPS WITH APPLE GNOCCHI SAUTÉ
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Make dinner effortless with these one-pan skillet pork chops. Toss everything in a rich hard cider glaze (or use traditional apple cider) for a dish that feels straight out of a gourmet restaurant but is perfect for a busy weeknight.
BUTTER HERBED SHRIMP AND JUICY PAN-SEARED PORK CHOPS
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For a delicious surf-and-turf dinner, pair juicy pan-seared pork chops with flavorful butter-herbed shrimp. This unique combination of seafood and pork will quickly become a family favorite.
BROWN BUTTER SHEET PAN GNOCCHI WITH VEGETABLES
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Roasted vegetables and gnocchi come together beautifully in a brown butter sage sauce, making this a simple yet elegant sheet pan dinner.
CREAMY PUMPKIN RAVIOLI
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Switch up your pasta night with this creamy pumpkin ravioli. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a rich and indulgent dish perfect for cozy autumn evenings.
TRADITIONAL ITALIAN PASTA E FAGIOLI
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This classic Italian pasta e fagioli soup is hearty, creamy, and bursting with flavor. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a comforting meal you’ll want to make again and again.
EASY VEGAN POT PIE
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This easy vegan pot pie is packed with tender vegetables and baked inside a flaky, golden crust. A warm, comforting dish that’s perfect for chilly fall evenings.
CREAMY MUSHROOM PAPPARDELLE
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Treat yourself to the ultimate comfort food with creamy mushroom pappardelle. Earthy mushrooms and hearty noodles are bathed in a velvety cream sauce for an unforgettable meal.
INSTANT POT STUFFED PUMPKIN
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Elevate your fall dinners with this Instant Pot stuffed pumpkin. Filled with rice, steak, nuts, and cranberries, it’s a showstopping dish ready in just one hour.
SQUASH GALETTE WITH GOAT CHEESE AND PROSCIUTTO
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This rustic squash galette features a buttery, flaky crust filled with sweet squash, creamy goat cheese, savory prosciutto, and chestnuts, all drizzled with maple syrup.
HEARTY VEGAN STEW WITH CHEESY DUMPLINGS
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Warm up with this herby vegan stew topped with cheesy dumplings. It’s a filling, comforting dish that’s perfect for chilly weather.
SKILLET MAC AND CHEESE WITH BACON AND APPLES
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This skillet mac and cheese gets a sweet-and-savory twist with crispy bacon and tender apples. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a family-friendly weeknight favorite.
STUFFED PEPPER CASSEROLE
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Enjoy all the flavors of stuffed peppers in an easier, one-pot form! This cheesy casserole combines ground beef, rice, and vegetables for a hearty dinner.
ZIGNI (ETHIOPIAN STEW)
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Zigni is a bold, spicy stew made with berbere seasoning and your choice of beef, lamb, or goat. Serve it with traditional bread for a flavorful and aromatic meal.
WELSH LAMB AND PUMPKIN PIE
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Cozy up with this Welsh lamb and pumpkin pie, a rich, savory dish perfect for fall. Make a large family-sized pie or individual portions in mini pie dishes.
BRAISED APPLE CIDER SHORT RIBS
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These fall-off-the-bone short ribs are braised in apple cider and herbs, creating a tender, flavorful dish that’s perfect for autumn.
STOVETOP BEEF STEW FOR TWO
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This classic beef stew is made for two and features tender beef, potatoes, carrots, and peas. It’s a comforting meal that’s ideal for chilly nights.
SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE WITH BLACK BEANS, KALE, AND QUINOA
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This savory vegan casserole combines roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, kale, and quinoa in a garlic-infused sauce. A satisfying and nutritious dinner option.
ROASTED APPLE CIDER SPATCHCOCK CHICKEN
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This spatchcock chicken is seasoned with fall spices, roasted to perfection, and finished with a flavorful cider gravy. A quick and delicious fall dinner.
FALL VEGGIES AND RICE HARVEST BOWLS
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These harvest bowls are filled with roasted Brussels sprouts, carrots, sweet potatoes, fresh greens, brown rice, quinoa, and pepitas, all topped with a creamy chili dressing for a healthy and delicious meal.
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