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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    24 Easter Dinner Dishes So Easy Anyone Can Make Them

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on April 15, 2025, updated April 10, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Easter dinner is a time for family and friends to gather and enjoy a delicious meal together. With so many options, it can be overwhelming to decide what to make. Here are 24 easy dishes that anyone can prepare, ensuring a festive and satisfying celebration without the stress.

    Duck With Orange Sauce

    Duck Breasts with Orange Sauce
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    Duck breasts with orange sauce is a fantastic dish that combines sweet and tangy flavors. This is a great option for Easter dinner and can be prepared in advance, making it easy to serve.

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    Air Fryer Flank Steak

    Sliced flank steak.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Air Fryer Flank Steak comes out tender and juicy in just 8-10 minutes. The marinade adds great flavor and helps soften the meat, making it a quick and delicious option for dinner.

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    Pork Chops with Red Wine & Mushrooms

    Cast iron skillet pork chops.
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    These Cast Iron Pork Chops are quick to prepare and full of flavor, perfect for a tasty dinner in just 25 minutes. With garlic, mushrooms, and thyme, they are seared and simmered in red wine, resulting in incredibly juicy chops.

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    Crockpot Mac and Cheese with Cream Cheese

    Crockpot Mac and Cheese with Cream Cheese.
    Photo Credit: The Dizzy Cook.

    Crockpot mac and cheese with cream cheese is super simple to prepare. It's great for potlucks and holidays, cooked entirely in the slow cooker, and has a wonderfully creamy and cheesy texture.

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    Slow Cooker Brussels Sprouts

    Slow Cooker Brussels Sprouts.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Brussels sprouts, cranberries, feta cheese, and a few simple ingredients combine to create a delicious slow cooker dish. This is a great addition to your Easter dinner or any family gathering.

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    Southern Deviled Eggs

    Southern Deviled Eggs.
    Photo credit: Savory With Soul.

    Deviled eggs are a tasty and creamy treat with a nice kick from the sour cream and paprika. They’re perfect for Easter dinner and are sure to please everyone at the table.

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    Mac and Cheese with Cottage Cheese

    Mac and Cheese with Cottage Cheese.
    Photo Credit: The Protein Jar..

    Protein Mac and Cheese with Cottage Cheese is a delicious twist on the classic dish that adds a boost of protein. It's creamy and cheesy, making it a comforting meal that will keep you feeling full.

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    Chicken Stuffed with Feta Cheese

    Feta stuffed chicken.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Chicken filets topped with Feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil create a delicious dish that's perfect for Easter dinner. This is a great option that everyone will enjoy.

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    Garlic and Herb Roast Beef Tenderloin

    Garlic and Herb Roast Beef Tenderloin.
    Photo Credit: Big Delicious Life.

    This whole beef tenderloin roast is a fantastic choice for holiday gatherings. Coated in flavorful garlic and herb butter and slow roasted, it’s sure to impress on Christmas or any special occasion.

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    Mum's French Roast Chicken

    Mum's French Roast Chicken.
    Photo Credit: Masala Herb.

    This easy oven roasted chicken is packed with flavor and has a nice aroma from the thyme and olive oil. You can leave out the mushrooms and swap in potatoes or root vegetables if you prefer.

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    Mashed Potato Casserole

    Mashed potato casserole.
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    This mashed potato casserole is creamy and cheesy, perfect for a comforting side dish. You can prepare it in advance, making it a great option for busy Easter dinners.

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    Brussels Sprouts with Honey Balsamic

    Brussel sprouts.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Frozen brussels sprouts can be transformed into a delicious side dish with just a little prep and 16 minutes in the air fryer. Coated in honey balsamic vinaigrette and a hint of cayenne pepper, they come out perfectly roasted and caramelized.

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    Vegetable Pot Pie

    Vegetable Pot Pie.
    Photo Credit: Urban Farmie.

    A hearty vegetable pot pie is great for a cozy night in. With a creamy veggie filling and a flaky crust, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table, just like the classic chicken pot pie but without the meat!

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    Air Fryer Scotch Eggs

    Air Fryer Scotch Eggs.
    Photo credit: Picnic Lifestyle.

    These crispy Air Fryer Scotch Eggs are a great appetizer that you can prepare in under an hour. They’re delicious whether served hot or cold, making them a versatile choice for your Easter dinner.

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    Slow Cooker Peas and Carrots

    Slow Cooker Peas and Carrots.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Slow cooker peas and carrots are prepared with butter, honey, and some seasonings for a light and tasty side dish. This is a great addition to any meal that balances flavor and health.

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    Ham with Ham Gravy

    Ham with Ham Gravy.
    Photo Credit: Couple in the Kitchen.

    A spiral ham with ham gravy is a great choice for Easter dinner or any special family gathering. This dish is sure to create lasting memories around the table.

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    Crockpot Spiral Ham

    Crockpot Spiral Ham.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Crockpot spiral ham is covered in a tasty glaze made from just a few simple ingredients and cooked slowly until it's nice and tender. This is a great dish to serve for any holiday or special gathering.

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    Braised Lamb Shanks with Balsamic Vinegar

    Braised Lamb Shanks with Balsamic Vinegar.
    Photo Credit: The Family Food Kitchen.

    Braised lamb shanks with balsamic vinegar are a fantastic choice for Easter dinner. This dish is easy to prepare and lets the oven do most of the work, resulting in tender and flavorful meat.

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    Slow-Cooked Lamb Shoulder With Rosemary Garlic & Honey

    Slow-Cooked Lamb Shoulder With Rosemary Garlic & Honey.
    Photo Credit: Cooked & Loved.

    Rosemary garlic and honey slow-cooked lamb shoulder is a fantastic roast that turns out tender and juicy inside, with a crispy, golden crust outside. This dish is great for special occasions like Easter or any weekend gathering.

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    Air Fryer T-Bone Steak with Homemade Garlic Butter

    T-bone steak with garlic butter.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    Juicy T-bone steaks come out perfectly in the air fryer, and they're quick and easy to prepare. Pair them with a simple garlic butter or your favorite sauce for a satisfying dinner.

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    Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes

    Air fryer hasselback potatoes.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes are a quick and easy take on the classic Swedish side dish, ready in just 30 minutes. Topped with garlic butter and Parmesan cheese, this dish is a favorite that you'll want to make again and again.

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    Lamb Meatballs with Cilantro & Lemon

    Lamb Meatballs with Cilantro & Lemon
    Photo credit: always use butter

    These Lamb Meatballs are simple to prepare and packed with fresh lemon and cilantro flavor. They pair perfectly with creamy mashed potatoes or can be served as appetizers at a gathering.

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    Shrimp Scampi Without Wine

    Shrimp scampi.
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    Shrimp Scampi can be made in just 10 minutes without any wine, offering a delicious option for an appetizer or main dish. The combination of garlic, lemon, chili, and parsley fills your kitchen with a wonderful aroma.

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    Roasted Beet & Fennel Salad

    Beet & fennel salad.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This beetroot and feta salad is quick to prepare, taking only 15 minutes of your time. It's a warm dish filled with beets, feta cheese, fennel, and roasted pine nuts, making it a great option for any meal.

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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 20+ years 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, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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