Easy Main Dish Recipes - The Happier Homemaker

Crispy Southern Fried Catfish

Melissa Riker — Fri, 15 Dec 2023 19:23:49 +0000

Crispy Southern fried catfish is an easy recipe ready in less than 30 minutes. This tender fish is perfectly seasoned and coated in a tasty cornmeal and flour coating that fries up in a flash.

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Best Southern Fried Chicken – Traditional Buttermilk Recipe

Melissa Riker — Wed, 13 Dec 2023 18:18:45 +0000

Southern fried chicken is a classic comfort food that is easier than you may think to make. Chicken is soaked in buttermilk then dredged in spiced flour and deep fried to create a crispy, crunchy crust over moist, juicy meat.

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15 Best Dinners to serve with Garlic Bread

Melissa Riker — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 16:47:49 +0000

Wondering what to serve with garlic bread? These 15 main courses are the perfect pairing for this delicious side.

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Southern Tomato Pie Recipe

Melissa Riker — Fri, 13 Oct 2023 17:11:42 +0000

Savory Southern Tomato Pie is made with ripe, juicy tomatoes and a creamy, cheesy filling nestled in a flaky crust.

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Instant Pot Chicken Parmesan – 20 Minute Meal

Melissa Riker — Fri, 13 Oct 2023 15:02:49 +0000

Instant Pot Chicken Parmesan is a fast and easy take on the classic Italian dish. With no breading or frying this easy meal is ready for the table in just 20 minutes!

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Best Slow Cooker Turkey Chili Recipe

Melissa Riker — Wed, 04 Oct 2023 18:08:58 +0000

Slow Cooker Turkey Chili combines tender turkey, vegetables, and a perfect blend of spices, for a fuss-free chili perfect for busy days.

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Chicken Pot Pie Soup

Melissa Riker — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 18:59:39 +0000

Chicken pot pie soup is a cozy, comforting dish that is easy to make and tastes delicious. It's like a deconstructed pot pie in a bowl. Creamy, hearty, and packed with tender chicken and veggies, this soup is perfect for chilly nights.

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Turkey Pot Pie with Puff Pastry Crust

Melissa Riker — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 16:27:23 +0000

Turkey Pot Pie with puff pastry crust is a tasty way to use up leftover Thanksgiving turkey for the ultimate comfort food meal!

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How to Cook Beef Brisket in the Oven

Melissa Riker — Wed, 16 Aug 2023 20:51:25 +0000

This oven-cooked beef brisket gives you the taste of Texas-style smoked brisket, without an actual smoker. A juicy beef brisket is coated with a tasty dry rub and then baked in the oven until tender and juicy.

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Smoked Cajun Turkey Breast

Melissa Riker — Fri, 11 Aug 2023 13:49:52 +0000

Cajun Turkey Breast is a moist and flavorful choice for when you don't want to cook an entire turkey. With the perfect blend of Cajun spices, this easy recipe is delicious enough for Thanksgiving but simple enough for weeknight dinners.

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How To Cook Tri-Tip Steak On A Stove

Melissa Riker — Thu, 27 Jul 2023 18:01:03 +0000

Are you looking for an easy and quick way to make delicious steak strips? Then you need to know how to cook tri tip steak strips on the stove! This easy 20 minute recipe is sure to be one of your favorite steak recipes.

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Instant Pot Chicken and Gravy

Melissa Riker — Fri, 14 Jul 2023 17:19:08 +0000

Instant Pot chicken and gravy has succulent chicken bathed in a rich, savory gravy, all cooked to perfection in a fraction of the time, making it the ultimate comfort food for busy households. This classic comfort food dish is perfect for busy weeknight and ready in just 30 minutes!

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Pan Fried Shrimp

Melissa Riker — Sat, 11 Mar 2023 16:16:30 +0000

It is so easy to pan-fry shrimp on the stovetop! This step-by-step recipe and tutorial will show you exactly how to get perfectly cooked shrimp every time.

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Oven Baked Chicken Thighs

Melissa Riker — Wed, 08 Mar 2023 14:15:23 +0000

Oven baked chicken thighs are a delicious and easy-to-prepare dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion, ready in just 40 minutes.

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Country Fried Chicken with White Gravy

Melissa Riker — Sun, 12 Feb 2023 20:28:36 +0000

Chicken fried chicken with white country gravy is a classic Southern comfort food recipe. Crispy fried chicken breast is served up with a creamy thick gravy that will make your mouth water!

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20+ BEST Leftover Chicken Breast Recipes

Melissa Riker — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 14:03:51 +0000

Leftover chicken breast recipes can make a busy week so much easier. At some point, we all end up with leftover chicken in our kitchen. Whether leftover from a large roasted chicken, a rotisserie chicken you picked up at the grocery store, or leftover chicken breasts, don't toss it! Using those leftovers is the easiest way to create another delicious meal, or maybe even more than one!

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Instant Pot Beef Tips

Melissa Riker — Mon, 24 Oct 2022 14:00:00 +0000

Instant Pot Beef Tips are tender and flavorful thanks to pressure cooking in a savory brown gravy. Serve these easy beef tips over mashed potatoes or rice for the ultimate comfort food meal.

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Stovetop Pot Roast

Melissa Riker — Mon, 03 Oct 2022 14:00:00 +0000

Easy Stovetop Pot Roast is a savory comfort food recipe all made in one Dutch oven or large pot, no oven, slow cooker, or Instant Pot required.

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Chicken with Dijon Mustard Sauce

Melissa Riker — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 14:00:00 +0000

Chicken with Dijon Mustard Sauce is a fast, easy, 20 minute dinner recipe packed with flavor. Chicken breasts are sautéed to perfection before a creamy dijon sauce is made in the same pan in this one pot wonder dinner!

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Oven Baked Pork Chops

Melissa Riker — Fri, 12 Aug 2022 15:54:56 +0000

Oven baked pork chops are an easy dinner ready in under 20 minutes! A flavorful olive oil and spice rub makes these pork chops turn out juicy and tender for a perfect meal every time!

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Pennsylvania Dutch Chicken Pot Pie

Melissa Riker — Thu, 26 May 2022 19:22:55 +0000

Pennsylvania Dutch Chicken Pot Pie is a classic Amish dish featuring shredded chicken, homemade noodles, carrots, potatoes, and celery.

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Easy Chicken Vesuvio

Melissa Riker — Tue, 19 Apr 2022 17:04:37 +0000

This easy Chicken Vesuvio recipe is an at-home take on the famous Chicago Italian restaurant classic. This delicious dish features tender bone in chicken thighs, potato wedges, peas, and a flavorful lemon herb white wine sauce.

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Easy Chicken & Dumplings

Melissa Riker — Wed, 13 Apr 2022 19:43:10 +0000

Chicken and Dumplings made easy with Bisquick is a classic comfort food recipe. This 30 minutes dish is loaded with juicy chicken, carrots, peas, green beans, and corn and topped with soft, fluffy Bisquick dumplings!

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Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli Recipe

Melissa Riker — Wed, 29 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +0000

Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli is an easy and delicious homemade version of your favorite takeout! Tender beef and broccoli in a mouth-watering sauce is served over rice in this no-fail Asian pressure cooker recipe.

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Marinated Baked Chicken Tenderloins

Melissa Riker — Wed, 10 Nov 2021 15:59:49 +0000

Marinated chicken tenderloins baked in the oven is a fast and easy family-friendly main dish. The marinade flavors the tender chicken tenders to perfection in just 30 minutes.

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How to Brine Meat

Melissa Riker — Tue, 02 Nov 2021 14:00:00 +0000

Brining is the process of soaking lean meats in a salt solution and the result is insanely tender and flavorful meat! Learn everything you need to know about how to brine meats in this comprehensive tutorial.

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Creamy Tortellini Soup with Sausage & Spinach

Melissa Riker — Sat, 06 Feb 2021 20:07:54 +0000

This 30 minute creamy Tortellini Soup with spinach and Italian Sausage is the ultimate comfort food and the perfect one pot meal for chilly days.

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Turkey Swedish Meatballs

Melissa Riker — Fri, 29 Jan 2021 19:49:22 +0000

Turkey Swedish Meatballs are a lightened up version of a classic comfort food. This 30 minute recipe is sure to be a favorite!

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Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

Melissa Riker — Wed, 05 Aug 2020 14:25:21 +0000

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork is an easy and delicious way to cook up a big batch of meat for recipes. With so many different ways to serve it, you'll want to make a batch each week!

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Pimento Cheese & Fried Onion Black Bean Burger

Melissa Riker — Fri, 10 Jul 2020 12:00:00 +0000

Go Southern style with this Spicy Black Bean Burger topped with pimento cheese and homemade fried onions. This burger is packed with flavor that takes it over the top!

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