32 Comforting Weeknight Dinners.

This collection brings together my most comforting winter dinners that are easy enough for any night of the week — and so delicious! You’ll find everything from queso-style chili and creamy soups to cozy pot roast, slow cooker tacos, one-skillet pastas, and colorful chicken bowls. These are some of my most-loved winter recipes. Perfect for busy nights when you still want something warm, cozy, and satisfying.

This roundup has been a long time coming. You all know how much I love a cozy winter dinner. These are some of my favorite cold-weather recipes I’ve shared over the years — and some of yours too!

When it comes to winter cooking, I think many of us can start to feel a little stuck on what to make for family and friends. It’s easy to fall into the same routine of chicken and rice, taco night, and maybe a chili or two. At least that’s how it was in my family growing up.

One of my favorite parts of sharing recipes is helping you get out of those cooking slumps. I’ve had to get creative myself at times, and I’m so excited to share this collection of comforting winter dinners with you.

You’ll find one-pot meals perfect for feeding a crowd, simple skillet dinners, cozy casseroles, tacos, and slow cooker favorites. I hope you find something perfect to make for dinner this week.

32 Comforting Weeknight Dinners

4.47 from 3858 votes

Creamy White Chicken Chili

Spicy, creamy, and so delicious. Add a side of beer bread for the perfect bowl to warm up to on a cold fall/winter day!

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4.08 from 120 votes

20 Minute Honey Garlic Chicken

A simple sauce, but wow, the flavors are delicious…a fun take-out-style dinner great any night of the week!

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4.93 from 813 votes

Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken

Simple cornflake-crusted chicken baked up on a sheet pan until crispy and delicious – loved by everyone!

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4.46 from 3316 votes

One Skillet Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken and Orzo.

The perfect winter dinner…quick, easy, hearty, and delicious…a cherished all-in-one dinner!

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4.56 from 2546 votes

Healthier Homemade One Pot Hamburger Helper

Swapping out the boxed stuff and making this childhood special…but homemade and healthier!

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4.90 from 457 votes

Greek Chicken Tzatziki Bowls

Greek Chicken Tzatziki Bowls: Street food inspired oven-roasted chicken, served bowl style with all the extras. Add pitas and fries to make a complete meal!

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4.97 from 90 votes

Crockpot Spicy Queso Beef Chili

Add a side of beer bread and toppings for the perfect bowl of winter chili on these coldest days of the year!

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4.97 from 375 votes

Creamy Gnocchi Chicken Soup

That bowl of winter comfort we're all craving most…perfect for these busier short and sweet December days!

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4.42 from 31 votes

One Pot Marry Me Chicken Pasta

A simple one pot dinner with minimal ingredients…delicious enough to encourage a marriage proposal!

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4.78 from 104 votes

Red Wine Braised Pot Roast

A classic, warming, easy, and delicious one-pot meal that's great for weeknights and entertaining, too!

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4.62 from 152 votes

Crockpot Chipotle Honey Pot Roast Tacos

Made in the crockpot or the oven, these tacos are simple to make, saucy, spicy, cheesy, and so yummy!

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4.36 from 2371 votes

30 Minute Spicy Coconut Butter Chicken

Quickly made on the stove, all in one skillet. Finish off with steamed rice and naan for a warm cozy meal!

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4.63 from 1054 votes

Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Pasta

An all-in-one meal for busy weeknights that's equally great for the holidays…quick, easy, hearty, and so delicious!

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4.92 from 72 votes

Creamy Tuscan White Bean Lemon Soup

My family’s favorite quick and easy Italian-style soup…such a yummy comforting winter soup!

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4.38 from 2557 votes

Pesto Pasta Alla Vodka

30 mins, one-pot…this silky smooth, extra creamy pasta is the perfect cozy winter recipe for serving up to friends and family!

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4.94 from 76 votes

Creamy Homestyle Chicken Noodle Soup

For nights when you’re craving something warm and cozy, hearty, full of herbs and veggies, and so delicious!

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3.94 from 6282 votes

Healthier Slow Cooker Creamy Tortellini Vegetable Soup.

The perfect easy fall dinner…great for nights when you're craving Italian, but want something warming and healthy too.

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4.70 from 1066 votes

Creamy White Bean Lemon Pesto Orzo Soup

Kind of like creamy risotto, kind of like soup, wholesome and comforting…20 mins and so DELICIOUS!

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4.69 from 29 votes

Crockpot Salsa Verde Chicken Tortilla Bowl

Slow-cooked chicken mixed in red salsa, salsa verde, and hot sauce, then served over rice bowls – DELISH!

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4.64 from 843 votes

Homestyle Chicken Noodle Soup

The perfect fall and winter meal…great for nights when you’re craving a healthier soup!

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4.52 from 31 votes

20 Minute Honey Garlic Chicken Udon Noodles

The biggest bowl of comfort food, yet they're full of healthy mixed vegetables and chicken!

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4.68 from 442 votes

Crockpot Creamy Coconut Chicken Tikka Masala

Serve over bowls of rice and you'll have the perfect bowl of warming, delicious comfort food!

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4.09 from 57 votes

Crockpot Creamy Chicken and Dumplings

I took the classic chicken and dumpling soup and made it even easier (and yummier) in the crockpot!

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4.84 from 25 votes

Crispy Black Bean Sweet Potato Enchiladas

Crunchy, saucy, spicy and cheesy! These enchiladas come together easily and are so delicious!

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4.58 from 28 votes

Chili Cornbread Casserole

Hearty, flavor-packed chili baked under a layer of golden, cheesy cornbread. Easy, cozy, comfort food done right!

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4.25 from 1486 votes

One Skillet Lemon Butter Chicken and Orzo

This recipe is not only delicious, it’s also super easy…one skillet, under an hour, and uses mostly pantry staple ingredients.

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4.72 from 217 votes

Crockpot Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Chicken.

A hearty and delicious meal to come home to at the end of a busy day…and it's so easy to prepare!

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3.80 from 25 votes

Crockpot Hearty Chicken and Rice Soup

Warming, hearty, full of flavor, and simple to make. Add parmesan and bread on the side…delicious!

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4.54 from 28 votes

One Pot Cajun Ranch Chicken Pasta

The perfect under-40-minutes pasta, great for both busy weeknights and laid-back weekends!

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4.42 from 31 votes

Skillet Mexican Beef and Rice

A quick, one-pan dinner made with seasoned beef, rice, veggies, and cheese—perfect for busy weeknights and Cinco de Mayo!

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4.95 from 210 votes

20 Minute Korean Beef Sesame Noodles

Every bite is filled with saucy noodles, veggies, caramelized meat, and just the right amount of spice!

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4.62 from 519 votes

Broccoli Cheddar Chicken and Noodle Casserole

Broccoli Cheddar Chicken and Rice Casserole: healthy-ish, so darn easy, and so darn delicious…made entirely in one pot in less than an hour!

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4.83 from 79 votes

Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Chili

Perfect for game day, family dinners, and all the nights in between. Super Bowl ready, so easy, and so delicious!

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4.83 from 286 votes

Cider Braised Pot Roast with Crispy Sage Potatoes

Comforting + delicious, getting a slow-cooked meal on the table couldn't be easier!

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3.71 from 24 votes

Creamy Chicken Tamale Pie

Chili-spiced chicken, enchilada sauce, creamy polenta, and melty cheese baked into the most comforting Chicken Tamale Pie. So delicious!

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4.74 from 19 votes

Sesame Peanut Chicken Katsu Ramen

Each bowl is filled with noodles and crispy sesame Katsu chicken. Then topped with our favorite toppings!

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Lastly, if you make any of these 32 Comforting Weeknight Dinners, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love hearing from you guys and always do my best to respond to every comment. And, of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!