Whipping up Christmas dinners for your pod this year? You can scour the internet for holiday kitchen tips and embark on a house-cleaning frenzy — or you can take comfort in the simple fact that good food creates full bellies and happy people, and that’s the only goal you need to meet. Kick back with a plate of Christmas cookies and a mug of hot chocolate; here are 21 comforting Christmas dinner ideas and recipes from appetizers to desserts that will take the headache out of building your dream holiday dinner menu.
21. Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots
Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots are one of the best dishes for dinner on weekdays. You will be really tired at the end of a tiring day but you can make this tasty dish in just 20 minutes and enjoy a lovely and tasty dinner. Oven-roasted carrots are incredibly delicious with just a little garlic and olive oil, but these Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots take them to a whole new level! Buttery, tender carrots roasted with the best honey garlic butter sauce. It will make all your stress go away in just a few minutes.
Get the recipe here.
20. Easy Christmas Salad
Salads are healthy for our daily routine. And when you can make the tasty Spinach Arugula salad in just a few minutes then what’s the stress. Spinach arugula salad is the perfect holiday side dish. Make this recipe with healthy greens, citrus fruit, pecans and maple balsamic dressing. This salad makes a statement on any holiday table and it’s quick and easy enough to make that it’s definitely not going to add stress to your life. You will feel a lot refreshed and it’s good for your health.
Get the recipe here.
19. Baked Shrimp with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce
Baked Shrimp with a simple Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce is just so tasty and delicious that you are craving more once you get the taste of it. You get perfectly tender baked shrimp covered in a rich sauce that’s perfect for sopping up with fresh crusty bread. Plus you can’t beat the quick bake time here. This shrimp is brimming with a bright fresh flavour and with this oven-baked method, your shrimp will end with a perfect final texture. Nothing gummy or rubbery here just delicate, plump and juicy shrimp. Try this amazing recipe at home and enjoy it with your family and friends.
Get the recipe here.
18. Easy Christmas Tree Bread Recipe
For Christmas, everyone always remains pretty excited about everything. Then why not make the dinner recipes for Christmas something special and awesome. The Christmas Tree Bread recipe is really easy so I wanted to share it with you. You can check the recipe below and try it beforehand so that you can surprise your family members on a special day with this delicious dish.
Get the recipe here.
17. Roast Pork Loin with Cranberry Sauce
Roast pork loin with cranberry sauce is one of my best Christmas dinner ideas or dishes so far. Use leftover cranberry sauce to make this moist, tender Cranberry Sauce Pork Loin Roast with creamy Dijon mustard sauce. Only an hour to prepare. If you are like me and have leftover homemade Cranberry Sauce in the freezer, then you will want to make this Cranberry Sauce Pork Loin Roast. It is amazingly juicy and it feeds a crowd. Best of all it is very easy to prepare. It is important to sear the top and bottom of the pork loin to keep the juices inside. Then spread the cranberry sauce on the top like a crust to prevent it from drying out in the oven. Make it on the weekends and try it with your family.
Get the recipe here.
16. Cranberry Rosemary One Pan Chicken
Who loves cranberries just like me? Then here is an amazing dinner recipe just for you all cranberry lovers. This Maple Cranberry Roast Chicken is a simple one-pan main dish made with chicken thighs, cranberries, fresh rosemary and a simple maple glaze. Make it in about 30 minutes. This Maple Cranberry Roast Chicken is one of our family’s favourite winter main dish recipes because we love anything with cranberries, rosemary and, of course, maple syrup is a must.
Get the recipe here.
15. Honey Balsamic Glazed Chicken
When honey is added to chicken, it gives an amazing taste. I have tried it two times already and I make it often. Glazed Honey Balsamic Chicken with Potatoes is a one-pan meal with tender and juicy chicken glazed in a sweet and tangy honey balsamic sauce. Surrounded by crisp and tender potatoes, this is one delicious meal. This chicken glazes so beautifully with a honey balsamic glaze. I love balsamic vinegar. The sweet and tangy glaze is the perfect flavour on top of this chicken. The chicken is perfectly tender and juicy with the crisp pan-seared top. You are gonna love this so much I can already tell you.
Get the recipe here.
14. Garlic Brussels Sprouts
Garlic Brussels Sprouts are one of the best Christmas dinner recipes I have so far tasted. Roasted Garlic Brussels Sprouts with Maple Balsamic reduction and toasted Marcona almonds will be your new favourite way to eat Brussels sprouts. This will be a perfect Thanksgiving or holiday side dish as well. One of my favourite things, or actually two of my favourite things from the menu is Bruxelles Frito and Arancini. The Bruxelles Frito is Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Toasted Marcona Almonds, Roasted Garlic, Romano Cheese and Aged Balsamico. Bruxelles Frito at home, only, I made it a tad more garlicky. Instead of roasting the garlic separately, which will take a whole lot longer, I added the garlic to the sheet pan with the Brussels sprouts and also made a balsamic reduction and added some maple syrup to make it a little sweeter, because that is how I like it. You can also try it my way and enjoy your holiday with this tasty dish.
Get the recipe here.
13. Southern Sweet Potato Casserole
Southern dishes are really good trust me in this. You should really try the Southern Sweet Potato Casserole. It’s so rich and creamy and so easy to make. Add a pecan streusel topping for extra crunch in each bite. You don’t need to wait for the holidays to enjoy this delicious dish. It’s wonderful alongside pork tenderloin or even some simple chops. When there is a crowd, then cook a whole chicken in the smoker or air fryer and throw together a quick salad or some roasted veggies to round out the meal. You can try it anytime you feel like it.
Get the recipe here.
12. Turkey and Cranberry Rolls
Cranberry rolls are my favourite so I wanted to share them with you too with some mix of turkey in it. These turkey cranberry & brie rolls will make a fantastic appetizer or party snack this Christmas. Everyone loves a sausage roll at Christmas but for a festive twist why not try my Turkey, Cranberry & Brie rolls instead this year? These little bites will make such a great addition to the Christmas party buffet. You are gonna love it I am sure.
Get the recipe here.
11. Rosemary Garlic Mini Hasselback Potatoes
Rosemary Garlic Mini Hasselback Potatoes are really tasty and crispy and easy to make too. Potatoes are a must at Christmas time because they always compliment the main course and everyone always digs into the potatoes first! I love love love crispy roasted potatoes and keeping them mini is another great way to feed a bunch of Christmas Day guests as you can make a big batch of them. These mini Hasselback’s are coated in an extra virgin olive oil gaze that’s been infused with fresh rosemary, minced garlic, lemon, cumin, salt and pepper. This simple yet flavoursome glazed allows these potatoes to shine and be an absolute winner! Plus those slits where you sliced through the potatoes, they crispy up all golden and then they reveal the soft velvety smooth potato inside. You will really love it so much that you are gonna make it often.
Get the recipe here.
10. Homemade Scalloped Potatoes
What’s better than homemade dinner right? Then for an easy dinner, you can make the cheesy scalloped potatoes. These creamy & flavorful cheese scalloped potatoes are super easy to make. It’s so good that I can’t resist making it so often. You will love it too. So what are you waiting for? Try these easy Christmas Dinner ideas at home.
Get the recipe here.
9. Garlic Butter Dinner Rolls
These easy homemade Garlic Butter Dinner Rolls are the perfect addition to your weekend dinner. They’re made from a simple homemade dough, formed into twists and brushed with garlic butter and sea salt. Whether it’s plain dinner rolls or something a little special, like these Easy Homemade Garlic Butter Dinner Rolls, it wouldn’t be a holiday dinner without them. You will really love it once you taste them.
Get the recipe here.
8. Christmas Tree Cheese Platter
I love cheese so much that I try so many cheese-related dishes and for Christmas, I wanted to share this lovely Christmas dinner ideas with y’all. This Christmas Tree Cheese Platter is so awesome that it will melt in your mouth. The cheese and cracker platter automatically creates a festive vibe and serves as a beautiful Christmas appetiser. You can serve Christmas cheese and salami platter right after guests arrive so they can munch on something yummy while you set the table, or finish your cooking. Guests are gonna crave more trust me so make it a lot beforehand.
Get the recipe here.
7. Brown Sugar Dijon Glazed Pork Loin
Brown Sugar Dijon Glazed Pork Loin is the perfect dish for family gatherings. It’s juicy on the inside and crusty on the outside. We roasted our pork together with carrots and sweet potatoes. It is an excellent choice for a Holiday dinner or Sunday supper. The top of the pork loin is covered in caramelized brown sugar and Dijon mustard while the carrots and potatoes create the perfect side dish. The combination of the pork roast and vegetables creates a meal that your guests will think was hard but actually incredibly easy to create. These truly are flavorful and delicious Christmas dinner ideas that turn out tender and is sure to be a showstopper.
Get the recipe here.
6. Garlic Herb Roasted Potatoes Carrots and Green Beans
Want something healthy and tasty for Christmas? Then the Garlic Herb Roasted Potatoes Carrots and Green Beans are the perfect ones for you to make. This simple veggie blend of potatoes, carrots and green beans is seasoned with delicious garlic and fresh herb blend then roasted to deliciousness. It’s an excellent go-to side dish that pairs well with just about anything. These roasted sheet pan veggies are perfect for any season too because you can usually always find good quality potatoes, carrots and green beans any time throughout the year. As vegetables are good for health, so you can make them anytime you feel like it.
Get the recipe here.
5. Baked Cranberry Chicken with Rosemary
A perfect comforting dinner dish is the Baked Cranberry Chicken with Rosemary. You’ll love the bold flavours of fresh minced garlic, rosemary, and citrus. Fresh cranberries make a festive, luscious and juicy topping. The flavour stars in this baked cranberry chicken are decidedly Mediterranean: garlic, rosemary, and citrus complemented by fresh cranberries. Here’s how we go about building flavour: First, lots of fresh garlic, rosemary, and a little paprika make a simple rub for the chicken. Then, for just a few minutes, the seasoned chicken sits in a marinade of citrus and extra virgin olive oil with onions and celery. Try this at home and enjoy it with your family and friends.
Get the recipe here.
4. Maple-Glazed Roasted Turkey Breast
Maple-Glazed Roasted Turkey Breast is one of the best Christmas dinner recipes. You get the best tender, juicy white meat and a flavorful crispy skin — all within about 15 minutes of prep. It’s the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving or Christmas Dinner ideas. With just a rest of the bird) is a quicker and easier option. And with just a few minutes of prep, you can pop a turkey in the oven that roasts for a couple of hours and comes out perfectly every time. The maple-butter basting sauce is absolute heaven. You will surely love it.
Get the recipe here.
3. Turkey Wellington
This delicious easy turkey wellington with mushrooms and chestnuts is just the perfect dish for Christmas or Thanksgiving. This classic dish with a twist produces superbly succulent meat encased in a rich mushroom filling and light, crispy pastry. It’s easier to make than it looks. I have made it so many times already and it’s so tasty that I can’t stop myself from making it. You should also try making it and sharing it with your friends.
Get the recipe here.
2. Stuffed Squash with Lentils and Kale
This Stuffed Squash with Lentils and Kale is a vegan dish and it’s easy to make. You should try it on weekends and then make it on Christmas and surprise your family with it. It’s a tasty vegan and vegetarian main dish with flavorful stuffing made of lentils, mushrooms, kale and cranberries. It’s seasoned with herbs and baked inside a squash making a beautiful presentation.
Get the recipe here.
1. Butternut Squash Lentil Loaf
This Butternut Squash Lentil Loaf is one of my best Christmas dinner ideas of mine and will be your favourite in no time. It is basically your vegetarian or vegan version of meatloaf but packed with whole food ingredients starting, you guessed it, the lentil. It takes the mystery meat situation that is meatloaf and transforms it into the beautiful brown log situation that I have plans with every lunch and dinner this week because when you fall for lentil loaf, you fall hard. So what are guys waiting for? Christmas is near so hurry up and check out these awesome recipes and try them at home.
Get the recipe here.
Whipping up Christmas dinners for your pod this year? You can scour the internet for holiday kitchen tips and embark on a house-cleaning frenzy — or you can take comfort in the simple fact that good food creates full bellies and happy people, and that’s the only goal you need to meet. Kick back with a plate of Christmas cookies and a mug of hot chocolate; here are 21 comforting Christmas dinner ideas and recipes from appetizers to desserts that will take the headache out of building your dream holiday dinner menu.
21. Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots
Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots are one of the best dishes for dinner on weekdays. You will be really tired at the end of a tiring day but you can make this tasty dish in just 20 minutes and enjoy a lovely and tasty dinner. Oven-roasted carrots are incredibly delicious with just a little garlic and olive oil, but these Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots take them to a whole new level! Buttery, tender carrots roasted with the best honey garlic butter sauce. It will make all your stress go away in just a few minutes.
Get the recipe here.
20. Easy Christmas Salad
Salads are healthy for our daily routine. And when you can make the tasty Spinach Arugula salad in just a few minutes then what’s the stress. Spinach arugula salad is the perfect holiday side dish. Make this recipe with healthy greens, citrus fruit, pecans and maple balsamic dressing. This salad makes a statement on any holiday table and it’s quick and easy enough to make that it’s definitely not going to add stress to your life. You will feel a lot refreshed and it’s good for your health.
Get the recipe here.
19. Baked Shrimp with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce
Baked Shrimp with a simple Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce is just so tasty and delicious that you are craving more once you get the taste of it. You get perfectly tender baked shrimp covered in a rich sauce that’s perfect for sopping up with fresh crusty bread. Plus you can’t beat the quick bake time here. This shrimp is brimming with a bright fresh flavour and with this oven-baked method, your shrimp will end with a perfect final texture. Nothing gummy or rubbery here just delicate, plump and juicy shrimp. Try this amazing recipe at home and enjoy it with your family and friends.
Get the recipe here.
18. Easy Christmas Tree Bread Recipe
For Christmas, everyone always remains pretty excited about everything. Then why not make the dinner recipes for Christmas something special and awesome. The Christmas Tree Bread recipe is really easy so I wanted to share it with you. You can check the recipe below and try it beforehand so that you can surprise your family members on a special day with this delicious dish.
Get the recipe here.
17. Roast Pork Loin with Cranberry Sauce
Roast pork loin with cranberry sauce is one of my best Christmas dinner ideas or dishes so far. Use leftover cranberry sauce to make this moist, tender Cranberry Sauce Pork Loin Roast with creamy Dijon mustard sauce. Only an hour to prepare. If you are like me and have leftover homemade Cranberry Sauce in the freezer, then you will want to make this Cranberry Sauce Pork Loin Roast. It is amazingly juicy and it feeds a crowd. Best of all it is very easy to prepare. It is important to sear the top and bottom of the pork loin to keep the juices inside. Then spread the cranberry sauce on the top like a crust to prevent it from drying out in the oven. Make it on the weekends and try it with your family.
Get the recipe here.
16. Cranberry Rosemary One Pan Chicken
Who loves cranberries just like me? Then here is an amazing dinner recipe just for you all cranberry lovers. This Maple Cranberry Roast Chicken is a simple one-pan main dish made with chicken thighs, cranberries, fresh rosemary and a simple maple glaze. Make it in about 30 minutes. This Maple Cranberry Roast Chicken is one of our family’s favourite winter main dish recipes because we love anything with cranberries, rosemary and, of course, maple syrup is a must.
Get the recipe here.
15. Honey Balsamic Glazed Chicken
When honey is added to chicken, it gives an amazing taste. I have tried it two times already and I make it often. Glazed Honey Balsamic Chicken with Potatoes is a one-pan meal with tender and juicy chicken glazed in a sweet and tangy honey balsamic sauce. Surrounded by crisp and tender potatoes, this is one delicious meal. This chicken glazes so beautifully with a honey balsamic glaze. I love balsamic vinegar. The sweet and tangy glaze is the perfect flavour on top of this chicken. The chicken is perfectly tender and juicy with the crisp pan-seared top. You are gonna love this so much I can already tell you.
Get the recipe here.
14. Garlic Brussels Sprouts
Garlic Brussels Sprouts are one of the best Christmas dinner recipes I have so far tasted. Roasted Garlic Brussels Sprouts with Maple Balsamic reduction and toasted Marcona almonds will be your new favourite way to eat Brussels sprouts. This will be a perfect Thanksgiving or holiday side dish as well. One of my favourite things, or actually two of my favourite things from the menu is Bruxelles Frito and Arancini. The Bruxelles Frito is Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Toasted Marcona Almonds, Roasted Garlic, Romano Cheese and Aged Balsamico. Bruxelles Frito at home, only, I made it a tad more garlicky. Instead of roasting the garlic separately, which will take a whole lot longer, I added the garlic to the sheet pan with the Brussels sprouts and also made a balsamic reduction and added some maple syrup to make it a little sweeter, because that is how I like it. You can also try it my way and enjoy your holiday with this tasty dish.
Get the recipe here.
13. Southern Sweet Potato Casserole
Southern dishes are really good trust me in this. You should really try the Southern Sweet Potato Casserole. It’s so rich and creamy and so easy to make. Add a pecan streusel topping for extra crunch in each bite. You don’t need to wait for the holidays to enjoy this delicious dish. It’s wonderful alongside pork tenderloin or even some simple chops. When there is a crowd, then cook a whole chicken in the smoker or air fryer and throw together a quick salad or some roasted veggies to round out the meal. You can try it anytime you feel like it.
Get the recipe here.
12. Turkey and Cranberry Rolls
Cranberry rolls are my favourite so I wanted to share them with you too with some mix of turkey in it. These turkey cranberry & brie rolls will make a fantastic appetizer or party snack this Christmas. Everyone loves a sausage roll at Christmas but for a festive twist why not try my Turkey, Cranberry & Brie rolls instead this year? These little bites will make such a great addition to the Christmas party buffet. You are gonna love it I am sure.
Get the recipe here.
11. Rosemary Garlic Mini Hasselback Potatoes
Rosemary Garlic Mini Hasselback Potatoes are really tasty and crispy and easy to make too. Potatoes are a must at Christmas time because they always compliment the main course and everyone always digs into the potatoes first! I love love love crispy roasted potatoes and keeping them mini is another great way to feed a bunch of Christmas Day guests as you can make a big batch of them. These mini Hasselback’s are coated in an extra virgin olive oil gaze that’s been infused with fresh rosemary, minced garlic, lemon, cumin, salt and pepper. This simple yet flavoursome glazed allows these potatoes to shine and be an absolute winner! Plus those slits where you sliced through the potatoes, they crispy up all golden and then they reveal the soft velvety smooth potato inside. You will really love it so much that you are gonna make it often.
Get the recipe here.
10. Homemade Scalloped Potatoes
What’s better than homemade dinner right? Then for an easy dinner, you can make the cheesy scalloped potatoes. These creamy & flavorful cheese scalloped potatoes are super easy to make. It’s so good that I can’t resist making it so often. You will love it too. So what are you waiting for? Try these easy Christmas Dinner ideas at home.
Get the recipe here.
9. Garlic Butter Dinner Rolls
These easy homemade Garlic Butter Dinner Rolls are the perfect addition to your weekend dinner. They’re made from a simple homemade dough, formed into twists and brushed with garlic butter and sea salt. Whether it’s plain dinner rolls or something a little special, like these Easy Homemade Garlic Butter Dinner Rolls, it wouldn’t be a holiday dinner without them. You will really love it once you taste them.
Get the recipe here.
8. Christmas Tree Cheese Platter
I love cheese so much that I try so many cheese-related dishes and for Christmas, I wanted to share this lovely Christmas dinner ideas with y’all. This Christmas Tree Cheese Platter is so awesome that it will melt in your mouth. The cheese and cracker platter automatically creates a festive vibe and serves as a beautiful Christmas appetiser. You can serve Christmas cheese and salami platter right after guests arrive so they can munch on something yummy while you set the table, or finish your cooking. Guests are gonna crave more trust me so make it a lot beforehand.
Get the recipe here.
7. Brown Sugar Dijon Glazed Pork Loin
Brown Sugar Dijon Glazed Pork Loin is the perfect dish for family gatherings. It’s juicy on the inside and crusty on the outside. We roasted our pork together with carrots and sweet potatoes. It is an excellent choice for a Holiday dinner or Sunday supper. The top of the pork loin is covered in caramelized brown sugar and Dijon mustard while the carrots and potatoes create the perfect side dish. The combination of the pork roast and vegetables creates a meal that your guests will think was hard but actually incredibly easy to create. These truly are flavorful and delicious Christmas dinner ideas that turn out tender and is sure to be a showstopper.
Get the recipe here.
6. Garlic Herb Roasted Potatoes Carrots and Green Beans
Want something healthy and tasty for Christmas? Then the Garlic Herb Roasted Potatoes Carrots and Green Beans are the perfect ones for you to make. This simple veggie blend of potatoes, carrots and green beans is seasoned with delicious garlic and fresh herb blend then roasted to deliciousness. It’s an excellent go-to side dish that pairs well with just about anything. These roasted sheet pan veggies are perfect for any season too because you can usually always find good quality potatoes, carrots and green beans any time throughout the year. As vegetables are good for health, so you can make them anytime you feel like it.
Get the recipe here.
5. Baked Cranberry Chicken with Rosemary
A perfect comforting dinner dish is the Baked Cranberry Chicken with Rosemary. You’ll love the bold flavours of fresh minced garlic, rosemary, and citrus. Fresh cranberries make a festive, luscious and juicy topping. The flavour stars in this baked cranberry chicken are decidedly Mediterranean: garlic, rosemary, and citrus complemented by fresh cranberries. Here’s how we go about building flavour: First, lots of fresh garlic, rosemary, and a little paprika make a simple rub for the chicken. Then, for just a few minutes, the seasoned chicken sits in a marinade of citrus and extra virgin olive oil with onions and celery. Try this at home and enjoy it with your family and friends.
Get the recipe here.
4. Maple-Glazed Roasted Turkey Breast
Maple-Glazed Roasted Turkey Breast is one of the best Christmas dinner recipes. You get the best tender, juicy white meat and a flavorful crispy skin — all within about 15 minutes of prep. It’s the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving or Christmas Dinner ideas. With just a rest of the bird) is a quicker and easier option. And with just a few minutes of prep, you can pop a turkey in the oven that roasts for a couple of hours and comes out perfectly every time. The maple-butter basting sauce is absolute heaven. You will surely love it.
Get the recipe here.
3. Turkey Wellington
This delicious easy turkey wellington with mushrooms and chestnuts is just the perfect dish for Christmas or Thanksgiving. This classic dish with a twist produces superbly succulent meat encased in a rich mushroom filling and light, crispy pastry. It’s easier to make than it looks. I have made it so many times already and it’s so tasty that I can’t stop myself from making it. You should also try making it and sharing it with your friends.
Get the recipe here.
2. Stuffed Squash with Lentils and Kale
This Stuffed Squash with Lentils and Kale is a vegan dish and it’s easy to make. You should try it on weekends and then make it on Christmas and surprise your family with it. It’s a tasty vegan and vegetarian main dish with flavorful stuffing made of lentils, mushrooms, kale and cranberries. It’s seasoned with herbs and baked inside a squash making a beautiful presentation.
Get the recipe here.
1. Butternut Squash Lentil Loaf
This Butternut Squash Lentil Loaf is one of my best Christmas dinner ideas of mine and will be your favourite in no time. It is basically your vegetarian or vegan version of meatloaf but packed with whole food ingredients starting, you guessed it, the lentil. It takes the mystery meat situation that is meatloaf and transforms it into the beautiful brown log situation that I have plans with every lunch and dinner this week because when you fall for lentil loaf, you fall hard. So what are guys waiting for? Christmas is near so hurry up and check out these awesome recipes and try them at home.
Get the recipe here.
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