31 Recipes to Cook in January 2026.

Today, I’m sharing 31 Recipes to Cook in January 2026! This collection pulls together reader-favorite recipes from Januarys past and features colorful, lighter dishes that still feel cozy and perfect for winter. You’ll find everything from big, satisfying salads and easy weeknight dinners to game-day appetizers, warming soups, and a few sweet desserts too. There’s truly something for every day of the month—plus a few extras.

I almost forgot to share this year’s January roundup! With all the excitement of the new year, I dove straight into creating new recipes. But once I realized I’d skipped this post, I knew I had to circle back—it’s packed with too many good recipes to miss.

Even just last year, we had so many seriously delicious January recipes. And while this month can sometimes feel a little long, I honestly love the fresh start and cozy rhythm it brings to the kitchen.

And don’t forget—we’ve got Super Bowl recipes coming soon, and then Valentine’s Day is right around the corner too. It’s such a fun time of year for cooking and gathering.

If there are any recipes you’d love to see this month or heading into February, let me know in the comments. I hope you enjoy these favorites—there’s so much more coming this month!

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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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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4.86 from 49 votes

5 Ingredient Magic Cookies

These cookies take just a few minutes to prep, then bake, and kind of like magic you'll have delicious cookies!!

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4.81 from 115 votes

20 Minute Korean Gochujang Beef Bowls

Every bite is filled with deliciously flavored beef and just the right amount of spice, and it's easy!

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4.62 from 83 votes

Iced Grapefruit Yogurt Cake

Sweetened with honey and made with almond flour, this easy-to-make, gluten-free winter cake melts in your mouth!

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4.80 from 172 votes

Sheet Pan Chili Orange Chicken and Broccoli

The easiest sheet pan dinner. Add a side of rice for a main, or serve it as an appetizer!

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4.63 from 29 votes

Chocolate Dipped Sesame Oatmeal Bars

Sweet and salty with just the right amount of CRUNCH, everyone loves these easy, wholesome chocolate bars!

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4.50 from 70 votes

20 Minute Miso Ginger Beef and Broccoli

The easiest skillet dinner, less than 30 minutes from start to finish…easy, fun, and still delicious!

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4.79 from 99 votes

Easy Baked Spicy Sesame Butter Chicken

This oven-baked, one-pan chicken has incredible flavor, a creamy sauce, AND it's the easiest recipe!

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4.70 from 86 votes

Chocolate Chip Espresso Yogurt Cake

One bowl, simple to make, a wonderful cake to enjoy anytime. Much better than the bakery!

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4.87 from 30 votes

Vanilla Chai Hot Chocolate

Simple to make, not too sweet, and warmingly delicious…soon to become a cozy winter staple!

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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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4.75 from 177 votes

Spicy Short Rib Peanut Ramen

One pot spicy ramen…because there’s nothing better than a steaming bowl of ramen on a cold winter’s night!

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3.92 from 1005 votes

Sheet Pan Roasted Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon with Feta and Olives

Buttery, colorful, healthy, and so delicious. A flavorful update to the classic salmon dinner!

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4.37 from 1266 votes

30 Minute Spicy Miso Chicken Katsu Ramen

Made in the instant pot or on the stove…best for when you're craving ramen, and need it fast!

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3.85 from 1715 votes

Salted Tahini Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

These delicious cookies are easy to make, healthier, made with simple ingredients, and gluten-free too!

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4.28 from 825 votes

Crispy Roasted Cauliflower with Creamy Pesto Pasta

Crispy Roasted Cauliflower with Creamy Pesto Pasta…the coziest, creamiest bowl of healthier pasta that’s fancy AND easy…plus so delicious!

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4.33 from 1188 votes

Healthier Homemade Crunchwrap Supreme

Taking everyone's favorite fast food and making it healthier…and at home too…plus all the fixings!

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2.25 from 75 votes

Crispy Turmeric Chicken Tenders

So perfectly crisp, you might think it's fried, but it's not…a fun, easy dinner or game day appetizer!

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2.81 from 41 votes

Cinnamon Crunch Swirled Coffee Cake

Cinnamon Crunch Yogurt Coffee Cake: Vanilla yogurt coffee cake swirled with a layer of espresso CRUNCH, creating a yummy ooey gooey center!

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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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4.74 from 46 votes

Salsa Verde Tortilla Soup

Made with a variety of vegetables, seasonings, chunky red salsa, smoky salsa verde, and plenty of toppings!

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4.80 from 247 votes

Maple Banana Bread with Cinnamon Butter

Made in one bowl, quick to mix, warming, and SO DELICIOUS…the perfect bread to bake this weekend!

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4.66 from 435 votes

Sheet Pan Lemon Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Avocado Goddess Sauce

This easy meal comes together in about an hour, colorful and delicious!

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4.20 from 421 votes

Lemon Chai Cake

Sweet lemony almond cake infused with the warming flavors of chai for a cozy winter twist…brighten up these short winter days!

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4.73 from 201 votes

Homemade Vegan Peanut Butter Twix Bars

Easy to make, no processed sugars, gluten-free, and every bite is sweet, nutty, chocolatey, and so DELICIOUS!

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4.64 from 751 votes

Lighter Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Cozy, creamy, secretly full of vegetables, made simply in one pot, healthier, and totally delicious!

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4.63 from 542 votes

One Pot Stove-Top Mac and Cheese

Simple, delicious, and made all in one pot in just 30 minutes…the perfect recipe for sneaking in vegetables!

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4.72 from 14 votes

Harissa Eggs in Whipped Goat Cheese

Eggs in harissa sauce snuggled into a bed of creamy whipped goat cheese with avocado relish, so delish!

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4.36 from 864 votes

Kale Caesar Salad with Sweet Potatoes and Crispy Chickpeas

The perfect wintry salad to kick-start clean eating in 2020!

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4.19 from 1376 votes

Weeknight Thai Chicken Meatball Khao Soi.

This northern Thai inspired noodle soup is the simplest weeknight dinner…hearty, cozy, quick, and healthy too!

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4.12 from 2454 votes

30 Minute Chicken Braised in Coconut Milk with Sweet Potatoes and Rice.

A fusion of Thai and Indian flavors. The perfect bowl of warming comfort food!

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4.40 from 1163 votes

One Skillet White Chicken Chili Bake.

Spicy, creamy, and with a variety of flavors and textures. All made simply in ONE skillet…delicious!

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4.73 from 36 votes

Chocolate Chunk Greek Yogurt Banana Bread

Made in one bowl, each slice has pockets of melted chocolate and sweet-salty butter…so DELICIOUS!

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4.32 from 828 votes

Salted Tahini Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

No added sugar, quick, easy, rich, and decadent. Made with all wholesome ingredients in 30 mins!

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Lastly, if you make these 31 Recipes to Cook in January 2026, 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!