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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    23 Delicious Date Night Recipes That Will Steal Your Heart

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on June 17, 2024, updated November 19, 2024 - Leave a Comment

    Cooking for someone special can be a wonderful way to show you care. Whether it's a cozy dinner at home or a romantic date night, having a few easy yet impressive meals in your back pocket can make all the difference. Here are 24 simple recipes that are sure to impress and create lasting memories.

    Gnocchi with Bacon & Mushrooms

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

    Pan-fried gnocchi with bacon and mushrooms is a great way to add a twist to your classic dish. This tasty meal is sure to impress your special someone.

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    Balsamic Chicken

    Balsamic chicken on a Dutch oven.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Balsamic chicken is a tasty option for a quick dinner that you can whip up in under 30 minutes. The tangy glaze adds a nice kick that will keep you coming back for seconds!

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    Mushroom Truffle Risotto

    Mushroom Truffle Risotto
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    Mushroom Truffle Risotto is a quick and tasty dish that you can whip up in under 40 minutes. With its rich flavors from mushrooms, white truffle oil, and white wine, this is a great choice for a special dinner that will impress anyone.

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    Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus

    Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus
    Photo Credit: Get Inspired Everyday.

    This salmon dinner is quick and easy, taking less than 10 minutes to prepare. The mix of honey and Dijon mustard adds a delicious flavor that everyone will enjoy.

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    Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pasta

    Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pasta served on a skillet.
    Photo Credit: Savory Cipolla.

    This creamy vegetarian pasta features sun-dried tomato pesto, garlic, basil, and cheese, creating a delicious meal. Feel free to toss in your favorite vegetables to customize it.

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    Greek Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

    Greek Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner
    Photo Credit: Busy Day Dinners.

    This easy sheet pan meal brings together fresh Mediterranean flavors for a delightful dinner. Every bite is sure to bring a smile with its tasty mix of ingredients.

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    Creamy Chicken And Chorizo Orzo

    Creamy Chicken And Chorizo Orzo
    Photo Credit: A Tasty Kitchen.

    This easy one-pan dinner is full of great flavors that will wow your special someone. It's perfect for a cozy night in together.

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    Sautéed Shrimp with Zucchini

    A bowl of shrimp with zucchini.
    Photo Credit: Delightful Plate.

    Shrimp and zucchini come together with garlic and lemon juice for a delicious dish. This is a great one-pan meal for busy nights.

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    Creamy Mushroom Tagliatelle

     Creamy Mushroom Tagliatelle in a pan with tong.
    Photo Credit: Scarlati Family Kitchen.

    This pasta dish is quick and easy, taking only 15 minutes to prepare. It's a tasty vegetarian choice that's great for a laid-back weeknight dinner or a cozy night in with someone special.

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    Asian Glazed Salmon

    A plate of Asian glazed salmon.
    Photo Credit: Delightful Plate.

    This salmon dish is quick and easy to prepare with just a handful of ingredients. The salmon is seared in a pan and topped with a delicious honey fish sauce glaze.

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    Creamy Chicken Pasta with Red Wine & Mushrooms

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

    This is a simple yet delicious dish that’s great for a cozy night in with someone special. With flavors from red wine, mushrooms, and thyme, it’s a meal you’ll look forward to having again.

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    Marry Me Chicken Pasta

    Marry me chicken pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta is full of delicious flavors like sun-dried tomatoes, basil, and paprika. It's simple to prepare with just a few basic ingredients and hardly any fuss.

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    Chicken Stuffed with Feta Cheese

    Feta stuffed chicken.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Chicken filets filled with Feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil create a dish that's full of flavor. This is a great meal to impress your special someone.

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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 you can prepare in under 40 minutes without the hassle of constant stirring. With the bright tastes of lemon, leeks, and parsley, this meal is perfect for impressing someone special or just enjoying a delicious dinner at home.

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    Gorgonzola Gnocchi

    Grogonzola gnocchi.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish combines creamy, tangy, and crunchy flavors that are sure to please. It's a delightful option that will impress your special someone.

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    ​Chicken Thighs with Grapes, Thyme & Smoked Paprika

    Roast Chicken and Grapes on a plate
    Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson.

    This dish combines sweet grapes, smoky paprika, and savory chicken with thyme, all roasted together in one pan. It's quick to prepare and works well for any night, whether it's a regular weeknight or a special dinner.

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    Easy Paella

    Paella.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This paella is a straightforward and delicious dish that everyone enjoys. Loaded with saffron, white wine, shrimp, chicken, peas, and bell peppers, it's perfect for dinner parties and works well as leftovers.

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    French Mustard Chicken

    French chicken in a sauce with bread in it.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    Mustard Chicken is a classic French dish that’s sure to impress on date night. This delicious meal is perfect for making your evening feel extra special.

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    Shrimp Carbonara

    Shrimp carbonara.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Shrimp Carbonara is a delicious twist on the classic Italian pasta dish that you can whip up in just 10 minutes. It features a creamy sauce and tender shrimp, creating a wonderful mix of flavors without any cream.

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    Pork Chops with Red Wine & Mushrooms

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

    These pork chops are juicy and ready in just 25 minutes. They are seared with garlic, mushrooms, and thyme, then simmered in red wine for a rich flavor.

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    Tortellini Carbonara

    Tortellini carbonara.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This carbonara is quick to prepare and uses common ingredients you can find at any grocery store. It's a great dish to impress your special someone without a lot of fuss.

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    Duck Breasts with Orange Sauce

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

    Duck breasts with orange sauce is a delicious dish that combines the rich flavor of duck with a sweet and tangy sauce. This is a great option for special date nights and will impress your special someone.

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    Smoked Salmon & Spinach Pasta

    Salmon spinach pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This quick pasta dish features smoked salmon and a bright touch of lemon, creating a meal you'll love to make often. It's perfect for impressing your special someone with minimal effort.

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    Crock Pot Carne Guisada

    Crock Pot Carne Guisada (Mexican Beef Stew).
    Photo Credit: Supergolden Bakes.

    This beef stew is packed with amazing flavor and features tender beef that practically melts in your mouth. It's a great dish to impress your special someone.

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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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