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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    22 Gourmet Dinners That Will Make You Feel Like a Chef at Home

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on April 26, 2025, updated May 21, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Cooking at home can be a rewarding experience, especially when you try your hand at gourmet dinners. These 22 recipes will help you create impressive meals that feel like they belong in a fine restaurant. With a mix of flavors and techniques, you'll enjoy the process of preparing and serving these delightful dishes.

    Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken

    Honey Mustard Chicken in a stainless steel pan.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    Honey Mustard Chicken is a rich and tasty meal that you can whip up in just 30 minutes. With its creamy sauce, it goes great with rice, potatoes, or roasted vegetables.

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    Lobster Tacos

    Lobster tacos.
    Photo Credit: Blinky's Culinary Carnival.

    These lobster tacos are a fancy yet easy dinner option that will impress anyone. With rich flavors and ready in under 20 minutes, this dish brings a touch of sophistication to your meal.

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    Gorgonzola Tortellini Casserole

    Gorgonzola tortellini casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This tortellini casserole is perfect for anyone who loves cheese and pasta. With a blend of two cheeses, a zesty kick from Gorgonzola, and a satisfying crunch from walnuts, it comes together in under 40 minutes.

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    Chicken Enchiladas with Green Sauce

    Chicken enchiladas with green sauce.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These chicken enchiladas with green sauce are a quick and tasty meal that you can whip up in just 10 minutes. Filled with garlic chicken and wrapped in soft tortillas, they’re topped with melted cheese and a zesty green chile sauce, which you can make from scratch or use a shortcut.

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    Instant Pot Bolognese

    A bowl of instant pot bolognese served over pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Instant Pot bolognese is a quick way to enjoy a rich and hearty pasta sauce. With just a few basic pantry ingredients, you can whip up a classic dish that usually takes hours to prepare.

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    Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken

    Broccoli cheese stuffed chicken.
    Photo Credit: The Salty Marshmallow.

    Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken is simple to make and turns out nice and juicy. This chicken dish is filled with a tasty cheese mixture that everyone will enjoy.

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    Mushroom Truffle Risotto

    Mushroom Truffle Risotto
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    Mushroom Truffle Risotto is a flavorful dish that combines mushrooms, white truffle oil, and white wine, all ready in under 40 minutes. It's a great choice for a special dinner that’s surprisingly easy to make.

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    Spinach Lasagna Roll-Ups

    Spinach Lasagna Roll Ups.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Spinach Lasagna Roll Ups are a tasty vegetarian dinner that adds a fun twist to your meal. They come together in under an hour, making them perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

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    Chicken Alfredo Lasagna

    Chicken Alfredo Lasagna on a white dish.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This dish combines tender noodles, gooey cheese, and flavorful chicken all smothered in rich alfredo sauce. It's a hearty meal that's sure to satisfy.

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    Massaman Chicken Curry

    A bowl of massaman chicken curry.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Massaman Chicken Curry is a simple yet impressive dish that comes together in just 45 minutes. With creamy coconut milk, tender chicken, potatoes, and peanuts, it offers a nice balance of sweetness and mild spice.

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    Sun-dried Tomato Chicken Pasta

    A skillet of pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This pasta dish is full of flavor from sun-dried tomatoes and herbs, making it a delicious choice for dinner. It uses simple ingredients that come together easily.

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    Creamy Chicken Pasta with Red Wine & Mushrooms

    Red wine chicken pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Creamy Chicken Pasta is a quick and tasty meal that you can make in just 30 minutes. With flavors from red wine, mushrooms, and thyme, this dish is great for impressing guests or enjoying as leftovers for lunch.

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    Apple Risotto with Marcona Almonds

    Apple risotto.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Apple Risotto is a delicious dish packed with apple flavor that you can whip up in just 35 minutes. It's great as either a side or a main dish, especially when topped with crunchy Marcona almonds.

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    Firecracker Salmon

    Firecracker salmon on a teal plate.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Firecracker Salmon is a quick and easy meal that you can prepare in just 15 minutes, featuring a tangy sauce and perfectly cooked fish. This dish is sure to impress everyone at your dinner table.

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    Gnocchi with Bacon & Mushrooms

    A spoonful of bacon mushroom gnocchi.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Pan-fried gnocchi offers a tasty change from the usual boiled kind. Pair it with crispy bacon and savory mushrooms for a flavorful meal that’s sure to impress.

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    Steak Fajita Pasta

    Steak Fajita Pasta.
    Photo credit: Out Grilling.

    Steak Fajita Pasta features grilled steak mixed with creamy pasta seasoned like fajitas, along with some tasty grilled vegetables. It's a great dish for serving a crowd and enjoying a hearty meal.

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    Homemade Spaghetti Sauce

    Homemade spaghetti sauce over pasta.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This dish combines tasty ground beef, canned tomatoes, and a mix of fresh and dried herbs for a great flavor. It's ideal for a cozy family dinner on a Sunday.

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    Italian Meatloaf

    Italian Meatloaf over spaghetti.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This Italian meatloaf is easy to prepare and comes out juicy and flavorful, perfect for a family dinner. Serve it with spaghetti, marinara sauce, and Parmesan cheese for a classic meal that everyone will enjoy.

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    Cottage Cheese Lasagna

    Cottage cheese lasagna on a dish.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Cottage cheese lasagna is a simple and satisfying meal that you can whip up with ease. It can be made ahead of time and baked whenever you want a tasty homemade dinner.

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    Skillet Chicken with Cream of Mushroom Soup

    Skillet Chicken with Cream of Mushroom Soup.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This dish transforms basic chicken breast and a common pantry staple into a tasty one-pan meal that's easy to prepare. It's perfect for impressing friends and family with minimal effort.

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    Olive Garden Vegan Gnocchi Soup

    Olive Garden Vegan Gnocchi Soup
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Olive Garden Vegan Gnocchi Soup is a comforting dish filled with vegetables and tender gnocchi in a creamy broth. It comes together in just 30 minutes with simple ingredients you likely have on hand.

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    Salmon Risotto with Leeks & Lemon

    Salmon Ristotto with Leeks & Lemon
    Photo credit: always use butter

    Salmon Risotto is a flavorful dish that comes together in under 40 minutes and doesn’t require constant stirring. With the bright tastes of lemon, leeks, and parsley, it’s perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a quick weeknight dinner.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has more than 20 years of experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN  and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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