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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    27 Stupid Simple Easter Dinner Ideas

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

    Easter dinner can be a fun and relaxed occasion, perfect for gathering with family and friends. Whether you're looking for classic dishes or something a bit different, there are plenty of simple ideas that can make your meal special without a lot of fuss. From easy-to-make sides to crowd-pleasing mains, these 27 ideas will help you create a memorable Easter feast.

    Duck With Orange Sauce

    Duck Breasts with Orange Sauce
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    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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    Cheesy Sour Cream and Chive Scalloped Potatoes

    Cheesy Sour Cream and Chive Scalloped Potatoes.
    Photo Credit; Sweet Tea & Thyme.

    Sour cream and chive scalloped potatoes are sure to impress at your Easter dinner. With tender potatoes baked in a creamy, cheesy sauce made from three kinds of cheese, this side dish is a holiday favorite.

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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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    Roast Lamb

    Roast Lamb.
    Photo Credit: Recipes from a Pantry.

    This Lamb Roast will be the highlight of your holiday meal. Juicy and tender, this boneless leg of lamb is a great alternative to turkey for your Easter dinner.

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    Spicy Mexican Deviled Eggs

    Spicy Mexican Deviled Eggs.
    Photo credit: Budget Delicious.

    Mexican Deviled Eggs put a fun twist on a classic dish. They’re simple to make and perfect for parties, snacks, or as a side for holiday meals.

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    Greek Lemon Chicken and Potatoes

    Greek Lemon Chicken and Potatoes.
    Photo Credit: The Food Blog.

    This one-pan Greek lemon chicken and potatoes is a simple and tasty dinner option. Juicy chicken thighs and tender potatoes are roasted together in a bright lemon sauce with garlic and herbs, creating a flavorful meal that's easy to prepare.

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    Dutch Oven Chicken and Potatoes

    Dutch Oven Chicken and Potatoes.
    Photo Credit: Quiche My Grits.

    Dutch Oven Chicken and Potatoes features juicy chicken roasted with lemon butter and fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme. This dish is perfect for a cozy Easter dinner.

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    Slow Cooker Garlic Mashed Potatoes

    Slow Cooker Garlic Mashed Potatoes.
    Photo Credit: Chew Out Loud.

    These garlic mashed potatoes are perfect for Easter dinner and can be prepared in advance. They stay warm in the slow cooker, allowing you to save oven space while being rich and flavorful.

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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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    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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    Slow Cooker Baked Beans

    Slow Cooker Baked Beans.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Slow Cooker Baked Beans are full of flavor and cooked slowly with brown sugar, barbecue sauce, and crispy bacon. This is a simple and tasty dish that everyone loves, perfect for your Easter 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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    Slow Cooker Cornbread

    Slow Cooker Cornbread.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    A few simple ingredients and a couple of hours are all you need to enjoy some delicious slow cooker cornbread. This recipe uses items you probably already have at home and is sure to please everyone at the table.

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    Turkey Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

    Turkey Bacon Wrapped Asparagus.
    Photo Credit: Fresh Apron.

    Turkey Bacon Wrapped Asparagus is a great side dish for brunch or dinner. With just three ingredients, you can have it ready in 30 minutes.

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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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    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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    Braised Red Cabbage with Apples

    Braised Red Cabbage with Apples.
    Photo Credit: The Food Blog.

    Braised Red Cabbage with Apples is a simple and tasty side dish that pairs well with many meals. This sweet and tangy dish is perfect on its own or alongside roasted meats and vegetables.

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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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    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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    Slow Cooker Southern Fried Corn

    Slow Cooker Southern Fried Corn.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Slow Cooker Southern Fried Corn is a tasty and simple side dish that pairs well with any main course. With just a few ingredients and your crockpot, you can enjoy this buttery Southern classic.

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    Frenched Rack of Lamb Recipe with Mint Chimichurri

    Frenched Rack of Lamb Recipe with Mint Chimichurri.
    Photo Credit: Dash of Jazz.

    This Frenched rack of lamb is a simple way to prepare delicious lamb chops at home in under an hour. It's a family favorite, seasoned with easy herbs and spices, and comes with a quick mint chimichurri.

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    Slow Cooker Turkey Breast

    Slow Cooker Turkey Breast .
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This juicy and buttery Slow Cooker Turkey Breast is perfect for a small gathering. It’s so good that no one will even realize it wasn’t roasted in the oven!

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    Spicy Deviled Eggs with Bacon & Jalapeño

    Spicy Deviled Eggs with Bacon & Jalapeño.
    Photo credit: Chef Sous Chef.

    Deviled eggs bring a burst of flavor to the table. With creamy filling, zesty jalapeños, and crunchy bacon bits, this dish is perfect for any gathering.

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    Shrimp Scampi Without Wine

    Shrimp scampi.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    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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    Slow Cooker Maple Dijon Ham

    Slow Cooker Maple Dijon Ham.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Slow Cooker Maple Dijon Ham combines maple syrup, dijon mustard, brown sugar, and some common ingredients for a tasty dish. This is a delicious option for your Easter dinner.

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    Grilled Lamb Kebabs

    Grilled Lamb Kebabs with Greek Salad.
    Photo Credit: That Skinny Chick Can Bake.

    Marinated Grilled Lamb Kebabs with Greek Salad and Oregano Vinaigrette are a great choice for Easter dinner, especially if the weather is nice for grilling. Even if it’s chilly, these lamb skewers can still be enjoyed right off the BBQ!

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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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    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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