75 Easy Cozy Dinner Recipes & Comfort Food Meal Ideas

Tasting just like Grandma used to make, Chicken and Stuffing Casserole is the ultimate comfort food.

It's an easy dinner recipe with chicken breasts in a creamy sauce with condensed cream of mushroom soup and cream of chicken soup, then sprinkled with stuffing.

Loved for generations, this hearty Italian pasta dish features layers of pasta, savory meat sauce, and a rich and creamy ricotta cheese filling.

It’s comforting, satisfying, and perfect for feeding a crowd or a cozy family dinner.

The beauty of this Chicken Pot Pie Soup is that you get all the same flavors and texture of a classic chicken pot pie without the added effort of making and assembling an enclosed pie crust or having to add baking time to the recipe.

This fall pizza just screams autumn because of the squash, cranberries and comfort factor. But really it's so tasty you could eat it any time.

A delicious combination of flavors, it's definitely one to add to your pizza night menu!

Shepherd’s Pie features ground beef and veggies topped with creamy mashed potatoes, then baked until golden brown.

It’s a cozy, comforting dish that’s surprisingly easy to make – and great for making in advance.

This classic dinner recipe will be a winner with your entire family.

Chili Mac is made with elbow macaroni, ground beef, tomatoes, and topped with cheese for all those comfort food vibes we need during the week.

Schweinebraten is a traditional German pork roast, and in many cases, as here, it's cooked with beer which helps make a delicious sauce.

The seasonings are simple but the result is a deliciously tender, flavorful dinner.

Cozy and comforting, this Spinach, Artichoke Chicken Casserole is easy to whip up and an easy make ahead option.

Cheesy and veggie packed, it’s a full meal in one dish. If you love spinach and artichoke dip, this will be a hit!

Apple cider braised pork with caramelized apples and brussels sprouts just screams cozy.

Even if Brussels sprouts aren’t your favorite veggie, when you combine it with pork, apples, and toasted pecans, the sprouts get all sweet and savory, and it’s just beautiful.

This creamy crock pot chicken marsala is one of the best recipes for an easy weeknight dinner.

Seasoned floured chicken breasts are seared and then cooked low and slow until tender and juicy, and finished off with heavy cream.

There’s nothing quite like a beef and Guinness stew on a cold day!

Tender chunks of beef, onions, carrots and parsnips slowly cooked in a rich, aromatic Guinness gravy. Stovetop, oven, and slow cooker instructions included.

Tater Tot Chili Casserole is made with a hearty, homemade chili that’s loaded with ground beef, tomatoes, beans, and spices, then topped with shredded cheese and tater tots that get baked to crispy perfection.

Cozy and comforting creamy Baked Tuscan Chicken is a simple take on a classic dish. A dump and bake chicken breast recipe that can be prepped and served in about 30 minutes.

This hearty, beefy twist on traditional pot pie is hard to pass up! I can just envision ordering it at an English pub on a chilly day.

An amazingly tasty pile of spaghetti, cheese and meaty goodness!

This Spaghetti Pie Recipe is one of the best, easy weeknight dinner recipes that you’ll fall back on time and again when you need a delicious, easy meal the whole family loves.

These Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes are so simple to make and fun to eat.

They’re perfect for busy fall weeknights, to serve on game day, and can be made hours in advance until you’re ready to eat.

This Instant Pot pork roast recipe features tender juicy pork shoulder topped with a flavorful gravy and served with potatoes and carrots.

It's delicious comfort food and a great choice for an easy weeknight meal.

This tasty Wild Rice Soup recipe is made with mushrooms, carrots, and leftover turkey or chicken. (You can even use a rotisserie chicken to make it super easy.)

It’s hearty, savory, and will give you all the cozy feels.

Beef Enchilada Casserole is easier and quicker to make than traditional enchiladas.

Each bite is packed with beefy cheesy flavor with a bit of a kick. It’s perfect for busy weeknights.

Slow cooker pork tenderloin with apples is a delicious and easy comfort food meal full of flavor.

Made with sweet onions and granny smith apples, this easy recipe comes with a homemade maple pan gravy.

Loaded Potato Soup is simple and easy and ready in just about 30 minutes on the stove top!

This creamy soup is a satisfying dinner that your whole family will love and is totally comforting.

Believe me, you’ll want to indulge in this creamy, cheesy Slow Cooker Crack Chicken.

A flavorful blend of shredded chicken, cream cheese, Ranch seasoning, and bacon. Effortlessly create a simple, addictive, and flavor-packed meal for any occasion.

This chicken casserole isn't complete without the crispy crumbled Ritz crackers on top for the perfect creamy-crunch ratio. Tastes like a million bucks!

An easy one pan turkey dinner of juicy roasted skinless turkey breast and tender vegetables infused in garlic, butter and herbs!

This (mildly) spicy Harissa Chicken and Lentils recipe takes 45 minutes to make, and the results are healthy, and filling.

Best of all, it can be made in just one pot for easy clean up.

This maple mustard glazed chicken is a sweet and savory fall dinner recipe that is so easy to make!

It’s made entirely in one skillet and is ready in about half an hour, which makes it perfect for weeknight dinners.

This is the BEST Meatloaf recipe ever! Tender, flavorful and juicy on the inside with a sticky and tangy topping, this meatloaf is super easy to make and so dang delicious!

Cheesy Dorito Chicken Casserole is an easy dinner for any night of the week.

Full of chicken, tomatoes, corn, black beans, and Doritos, your whole family will love this fun dish.

This white chicken chili is smooth, creamy and so easy to make.

Simply throw all the ingredients in the pot and with very little effort you can come home to a cozy dinner that is so satisfying.

Air Fryer Schnitzel with Sweet and Sour Cabbage is an easy German weeknight comfort food meal.

Crispy meat paired with sweet and sour cabbage and apples just screams comfort food. And thanks to the air fryer, the meat gets super crispy and cooks very quickly.

If you love tasty dinners but hate doing dishes, this easy one pan Cheeseburger Pasta is for you.

It’s kind of like Hamburger Helper, but with ingredients you can pronounce.

Baked Cornish hen is the perfect date night meal or holiday dinner that is simple to make that has all the flair and none of the fuss, thanks to this perfect sheet pan dinner.

The seasoned cornish hens are flavorful and juicy and are cooked alongside carrots and potatoes making it a complete meal all on one tray.

This super easy slow cooker lamb stew recipe is perfect for family dinners on cool nights.

It might just become one of your favorite cozy dinner recipes.

This super delicious Chicken Parmesan recipe with mozzarella cheese on top is crispy outside and juicy inside.

The original chicken parm recipe is simplified for the oven and gives the same cheesy, crispy delight, but with a healthier twist and less mess.

Taco Lasagna is a delicious casserole that’s the perfect mashup of Mexican meets Italian.

Layers of seasoned beef, cheese, and tortillas are cooked to perfection in the air fryer or oven. A great weeknight meal that also freezes well for easy meal prep.

Nothing says cozy quite like Chicken & Dumplings!

The Instant Pot makes it a quick and easy dinner for those busy weeknights and a guaranteed crowd pleaser.

Chorizo mac and cheese is such a comforting meal! Take regular mac and cheese up a notch with crispy chorizo sausage, sauteed vegetables, and an easy-to-make sauce in the blender.

The chorizo sausage, vegetables, pasta, and cheese sauce melt together and you’re left with a flavorful, delicious, and EASY dinner the entire family will love.

Hot and delicious, this chicken pasty pie recipe takes a classic British dish (the pasty) and turns it into a home-cooked meal that you’ll want to devour as soon as it’s out of the oven.

Your kitchen will be filled with the aromas of hot cooked pastry, sizzling chicken breast, and scrumptious vegetables.

Prepare this cheese ravioli bake with just 5 ingredients and in just 5 minutes.

It's a no-fuss, satisfying meal even the picky eaters will love.

Chicken Tortilla Soup is one of the easiest ever soup recipes and might become a new family favorite!

Chicken breasts, corn, beans, and veggies are simmered in a simple seasoned tomato broth for the perfect chilly day dinner.

This Pinto Beans Recipe with Ham Hocks is a true Southern comfort food delicacy!

Dried pinto beans are soaked, then simmered with meaty ham hocks and flavors galore reaching tender thick perfection. Serve with cornbread or over rice for an extra filling meal.

Tender chicken and al dente veggies are bathed in a rich and creamy white sauce, covered in a buttery, flaky pastry crust, and baked to perfection for a meal the whole family is sure to love.

These Stuffed Italian Peppers are classic old-school comfort food that makes a flavorful weeknight meal.

The filling is a savory combo of those Italian American ingredients like Italian pork sausage, ground beef, fresh mozzarella, pecorino, herbs, spinach and tiny pasta.

Chicken Mozzarella Pasta recipe is the perfect weeknight dinner.

It features one of the best homemade creamy pasta sauces with sun-dried tomato, shredded mozzarella cheese, and a mix of spices to kick things a little bit.

With tender chunks of pork, slightly spicy tomato and chile-studded sauce, this Colorado Pork Green Chili Recipe is a classic, yet simple to make chili recipe.

It’s perfect on its own, or made extra hearty when poured over burritos, eggs, grilled cheese, roasted potatoes, or rice.

Fried schnitzel is a quintessential German dish that is quick, easy and so delicious!

This schnitzel recipe can be made with pork, veal, turkey or chicken and is made even better with a cheesy fondue schnitzel sauce.

This hearty vegetarian casserole is made with rehydrated dried mushrooms and fresh sautéed cremini or button mushrooms.

Layered with lasagna noodles, cheesy ricotta filling, and creamy bechamel sauce, the thick layer of mushroom duxelles gives this earthy recipe its signature flavor.

Instant pot chicken stew is a complete budget-friendly meal made with juicy chicken thighs and bursting with hearty vegetables like sweet potatoes, carrots, and celery in every spoonful.

Mini turkey meatloaf muffins are a lean, delicious, and fun way to eat meatloaf.

Totally kid-friendly and made with ground turkey, these mini meatloaves are packed full of flavor and budget-friendly.

Chicken Vesuvio is a Chicago classic. Chicken pieces are seared until golden brown and baked with roasted potato wedges and green peas in a lemon garlic and white wine sauce.

Creamy chicken florentine is an impressive yet easy to make one-pot dish.

Lightly breaded and perfectly seasoned chicken is cooked up tender and juicy and topped with a delectable creamy white wine sauce loaded with cheese and spinach.

This delicious chicken taco spaghetti recipe is a quick and easy dinner that’s made with inexpensive pantry staples.

It's full of cheesy goodness and all the flavors of chicken tacos in a single dish. A fun twist on Taco Tuesday!

Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers are a healthy yet satisfying meal that’s naturally high in protein, low in carbohydrates and made with natural ingredients.

It’s also totally kid friendly because of the exciting flavor combination that doesn’t sacrifice on nutrition or taste.

This cheesy crockpot potato soup recipe is delicious! Packed full of tender potatoes, ham and vegetables all mixed into a creamy base, the whole family loves this recipe.

Make this cozy soup to warm you up on a cold night or rainy day.

Roasted butternut squash mixed with browned ground beef, onion, garlic, vegetable broth and cream.

An easy, delicious meal for the whole family!

Featuring a heap of seasonal vegetables and durum wheat pasta, this nourishing meal is essential autumn comfort food. Even non-veggie-lovers will go absolutely crazy for this.

The dish comes together quickly, thanks to a few smart shortcuts, making it perfect for busy weeknight suppers with the family.

Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake is the perfect meal for busy nights when you are craving something comforting and flavorful.

This 30-minute meal is full of cheesy goodness and that classic buffalo wings flavor everyone loves!

This amazing casserole has all those autumnal flavors in one fun casserole.

Chicken, stuffing, and wild rice make it feel like Thanksgiving in a dish!

Made with savory veggies, fresh cheese tortellini, and fall-apart tender chicken in a warming, flavorful, and irresistibly creamy broth, this Creamy Tortellini Soup is the ultimate comfort food.

Stovetop and Instant Pot instructions included.

These spicy Mexican street corn inspired ground chicken stuffed peppers are low carb, easy to make and so insanely tasty.

Best of all, they’re ready in 30 minutes.

This chunky Butternut Squash Sausage Soup recipe is hearty, savory, and full of flavor.

It's made with kale and Italian chicken sausages, and the savory broth is perfect for dipping warm, crusty bread.

Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole is about to transform your idea of comfort food!

Imagine the savory, satisfying flavors of a juicy cheeseburger merged with the delightful crunch of golden tater tots, all melded together in a delightful, family-favorite hearty casserole.

This Pork Enchilada Casserole Recipe is the perfect way to use up shredded pork. It makes a great hearty meal for a weekend dinner and it’s awesome as leftovers, too.

The layers of tortillas and shredded cheddar cheese of Monterey jack cheese make for a quick and easy meal.

Italian Sausage Soup made with Italian sausage, fresh ravioli pasta, vegetables, and seasonings, is the perfect bowl of comfort food.

This easy chipotle pumpkin chili recipe is such a fun twist on traditional chili.

Make it with crumbled tempeh or meatless crumbles for a vegan/vegetarian recipe, or use ground turkey or beef.

Elevate ordinary pork tenderloin into a holiday-worthy dinner.

With the right flavor profile, it’s amazing how much flavor and elegance you can add to a budget-friendly pork tenderloin.

Pasta alla boscaiola is one of the most delicious traditional sausage and mushroom pasta recipes ever!

Originally made with fresh foraged mushrooms, particularly porcini, this Italian classic is just as delicious if you use dried porcini and other types of mushrooms.

This healthy, easy stovetop chili recipe is hearty, warming, and insanely delicious.

Packed with flavor and perfect for the entire family, it’s simple to prep, and everything cooks in one big pot on the stove in less than an hour!

Sheet Pan Suppers are the easiest way to prepare weekday dinners.

Toss ingredients from your refrigerator onto a baking sheet pan and sit down and wait for a delicious meal to come out of the oven.

This easy dinner recipe for Bubble Up Pizza Casserole only needs 6 ingredients!

The biscuits ‘bubble up’ while baking to make a perfectly fluffy, soft, and pizza flavored filled casserole with two types of cheese, pizza sauce, and pepperoni.

Sausage and cabbage pasta is a popular and traditional recipe in Northern and Central Italy, particularly in the mountain areas.

It’s simple, rustic, hearty and inexpensive - perfect for cool nights!

This Chicken and Broccoli Casserole is so simple and easy to make ahead, then just pop in the oven.

Seriously, there’s chicken, cheese, rice, and broccoli in this casserole dish, so you don’t have to make a side or put anything with it.

This creamy tomato gnocchi soup is the coziest fall and winter soup to cuddle up with on the couch with a piece of buttered sourdough.

The fire-roasted tomatoes provide a great depth of flavor and the pillowy soft gnocchi melt in your mouth with each bite.

The next time you are craving some hearty comfort food, you've gotta try this delicious Cajun Chicken and Sausage Skillet.

It’s an easy one-pot meal that’s packed with flavor - ready in just 30 minutes!