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33 Comforting Weeknight Dinners
posted by Stella Drivas on January 28, 2026 Rough week, huh? Let’s try and make it a little better with some of my most comforting and coziest of dinners. I promise these are super simple recipes that always satisfy my family.
In the winter, I really focus on comforting, feel-good meals that make us feel warm inside and out. I love it when my family gets excited about dinner and with these recipes – you are sure to get some cheers! There are a bunch of soups, casseroles, pasta dishes and tacos in this post. Definitely something for everyone! I’m super thankful to you for your support on my website and trying my recipes. I wish you all a warm and cozy week 🙏🏽
California Turkey Chili
The greatest weekend meal with its hearty meat and beans spiced just right with this California Turkey Chili.
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Steak Tacos with Corn Salsa
The magnificent combination of well seasoned steak, a flavor packed steak taco with corn salsa and a spicy crema sauce.
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One Pot Vegetable Tortellini Soup
My one pot vegetable tortellini soup is a perfectly flavored and cozy soup that will nourish and comfort your loved ones.
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Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Bake (Low Carb)
A delicious creamy chicken broccoli Alfredo dinner with a secret boost of protein coming from the creamy sauce!
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The Best One Pan Chicken and Potatoes Recipe
A fool proof one pan simple flavor bomb chicken and potato recipe that will impress every single person at your table.
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Meat + Veggie Crust Pizza
This meat + veggie crust pizza is packed with protein and vegetables and you won’t even miss the bread!
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Crack Chicken Marinade
My crack chicken marinade has so many wonderful flavors to marinate with.
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Longevity Chicken Vegetable Soup
This longevity soup is packed with lots of vegetables and chicken for maximum protein and nutrients. It comes together in one pot with very little hands on cooking!
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High Protein Italian Beef and Pasta Bake
This Italian beef and pasta bake is a delicious comfort food with all the pizza flavors. It is modified for high protein and less calories!
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The Best Loaded Potato Soup (One Pot)
If you love loaded baked potatoes, then this loaded potato soup is for you. Its SO creamy and delicious and easily comes together in one pot!
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Mexican Street Corn Chicken Bake (Gluten Free)
This Mexican street corn chicken bake is a high protein, creamy and satisfying dinner. The flavors and spices will have you coming back for more!
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Garlic Butter Steak and Potato Bites
The most delicious and quickest way to throw together a meat and potatoes kind of evening is this garlic butter steak and potato bites.
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Tuscan Tortellini Mushroom + Sausage Soup
This Tuscan tortellini mushroom + sausage soup is a delicious and cozy comfort meal. Everything comes together in one pot for easy cleanup!
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Pastitsio (Greek Lasagna)
The classic Greek Lasagna, Pastitsio is a comforting and delicious way to impress your friends and family! The pasta, meat sauce and creamy béchamel all come together to delight the senses!
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Cheddar Cauliflower Corn Chowder
This cheddar cauliflower corn chowder is made super creamy and so delicious! No one will be able to resist this cozy soup!
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One Pan Lemon Chicken Broccoli Couscous
This delicious and flavorful lemon chicken broccoli couscous dinner is perfect for weeknights or any get together!
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Shepherd’s Pie (High Protein)
This classic, high-protein Shepherd's Pie has a rich beef and vegetable filling, and a fluffy, cheesy mashed potato topping!
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Easy Big Mac in a Bowl
This big mac in a bowl will allow you to enjoy the flavors of a fast food cheeseburger. It's made healthier, gluten free and more delicious!
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Tortilla Cheeseburger Pie
This tortilla cheeseburger pie recipe is a unique and delicious spin on the classic cheeseburger.
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Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Soup
This chicken broccoli Alfredo soup is creamy, delicious and so easy to make. It's comforting, cheesy, and tastes like a hug in a bowl!
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One Pot Burrito Bake
Stop buying Chipotle take out and make this delicious one pot burrito bake!
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Easy Spaghetti Carbonara
The classic Easy Spaghetti Carbonara pasta dish that’s super simple to make, has the creamy consistency and delicious bacon flavor.
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Baked Greek Meatballs and Potatoes (Soutzoukakia)
Greek baked sausage shaped meatballs – these melt in your mouth.
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One Pot Stuffed Shells + Sausage Soup
This stuffed shells soup is creamy, delicious and a lot less work than stuffing shells!
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Easy Baked Steak Tacos with Avocado Sauce
These baked steak tacos will blow your mind! They are delicious and so easy to make!
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Low Carb Easy Eggplant Lasagna
If you love eggplant, you will LOVE this simple no carb and no pasta lasagna.
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Tortilla Strip Pizza
We can’t stop making this fun tortilla strip pizza for a high protein lunch, dinner or snack.
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Tuscan White Bean Sausage Soup (One Pot)
This tuscan white bean sausage soup is a delicious and cozy comfort meal. Everything comes together in one pot for easy cleanup!
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Easy Beef Cabbage Soup (One Pot)
You got to make this beef cabbage soup because it's low in calories, high in fiber and crazy delicious!
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Chipotle Chicken Tacos
This crispy taco shell envelops cheesy, juicy and spicy chicken goodness with a deliciously simple salsa and crema to complete the dish.
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Avgolemono Soup
The iconic creamy and lemony Greek chicken (avgolemono) soup your yiayia used to make!
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