Our 20 Most Popular Dinner Recipes in July
This month's roundup of our most-cooked dinner recipes proves one thing: Our home cooks love easy dinners that can be on the table in an hour or less. While some of our cooks are already dreaming of fall weather and warm comfort food, others still have their grills hot and ready for a summertime barbeque. This month, you'll find recipes for easy casseroles, international favorites, and plenty of chicken. Scroll through to see the recipes you'll want to add to your weeknight rotation.
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Perfect Chicken
Chicken stock, wine, onions, garlic, mushroom, cream, butter, herbs, lemon, and capers reduce to make the sauce that gives this chicken its name: perfect. "This is a restaurant quality recipe. It's very easy to make and the times stated for each step are spot on. Really not 'labor intense' as some stated…between steps I peeled potatoes, made garlic masher sauce, did my dishes…cleaned my asparagus…Very easy and trust me you will love and make again," according to reviewer Phyllis Clark.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Tetrazzini
This slow cooker recipe produces tender chicken in a buttery cream sauce, made from cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and cream cheese. Serve over egg noodles.
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Creamy Pasta Bake with Cherry Tomatoes and Basil
This creamy, colorful pasta bake is easy to make and ready in less than an hour. Reviewers suggest adding a protein, such as chicken, sausage, or meatballs, if you want to make it a heartier meal. Â
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World's Best Honey Garlic Pork Chops
These five-ingredient pork chops are so easy to make on your grill. Sear the pork chops first and then brush them with glaze, made with ketchup, honey, soy sauce, and garlic. "These were fabulous. Looking at the ingredient list I was skeptical, but we loved it. I should add that drying the chops off before searing them is an important step — don't skip it or your glaze will just slide off the meat," says reviewer Kathe Rich.
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Sheet Pan Chicken with Mozzarella, Pesto, and Broccoli
This easy sheet pan dinner is packed with nutrients with chicken breasts, tomatoes, and broccoli. Reviewers say don't be too heavy-handed with the olive oil as the pesto is also oil-based so you don't want it to get too oily. "I made this delicious meal for dinner tonight and my family loved it. Even my 2-year-old grandson enjoyed it. What I truly love most is that there aren't a ton of ingredients and I can put it on the table within 30 minutes," according to reviewer Dena Vernon.
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Spicy Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Krapow Gai)
Chef John's beginner-friendly Thai dinner is ready in under 30 minutes. Chef John recommends you chop or grind your chicken for the best results — so reviewers say you can use ground chicken in place of the chicken thighs.
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Rotisserie Chicken and Stuffing Casserole
If you're already craving a Thanksgiving meal, this casserole should do the trick. This recipe saves you tons of prep time by using rotisserie chicken and a package of quick-cooking stuffing mix. "Will definitely make again. The crunch and flavor of the celery really makes this dish. Everyone loved it," says reviewer Larisa.
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The Best Thai Coconut Soup
This authentic Thai soup recipe has over 1,000 5-star reviews. "Authentic, bold, and delicious Thai flavors make this soup irresistible! You won't be disappointed with this one! Serve over steamed rice," says recipe creator Jessica.
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Maui Wowie Shrimp
This grilled shrimp is coated with garlic salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and mayonnaise for an easy summer shrimp recipe. "Amazingly easy yet unbelievably & absolutely delicious!!! Sometimes simple is better, this is one of them times. I didn't change anything at all and I've made it quite a few times," according to reviewer Sandra.
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Grandma's Ground Beef Casserole
Grandma's ground beef casserole recipe is so easy to make because it uses ingredients you probably already have on hand. "This dish had amazing flavor to be so simple. Grandma knew what she was doing," says reviewer Kristin Moore.
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3 Cheese Enchiladas
Tortillas are stuffed with cream cheese, salsa, green onions, Cheddar cheese, and Monterey Jack cheese before rolled and placed in a 9x13 baking dish. Top with extra cheese, salsa, and green onions and serve alongside Spanish rice and your favorite toppings.
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Lemon Garlic Chicken
This easy five-ingredient chicken is seasoned with garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lemon. Pan fry in butter and serve with your favorite sides. Reviewers recommend either using boneless skinless chicken thighs or pounding the chicken breast to keep it tender and juicy.
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General Tsao's Chicken II
"A genuinely mouthwatering dish with an Asian kick that will knock your chopsticks off! With a flair of peanut oil, a streak of sesame, a dash of orange, and a sweet spot for hot, this is sure to be a favorite. Just don't forget to deep-fry twice! Serve with steamed broccoli and white rice," says the creator of this 5-star dish ChefDaddy.
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Jeff's Hot Dog Chili
Top off your grilled hot dogs with this easy-to-make chili. "Just like the traditional chili for Carolina Hot Dogs! I have tried many recipes over the years. This is the best. Best flavor, best consistency, and best texture so far," according to reviewer Mamasan.
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Easy Meatloaf
This foolproof meatloaf recipe has over 6,000 5-star reviews. "This a quick easy crowd pleasing recipe to make on a weeknight. I followed the recipe 100%. It made for great leftovers was more flavorful couple days after. Delicious you won't be disappointed," says reviewer mrsienk.Â
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Black Pepper Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry
This simple stir fry served over rice combines ground beef, cabbage, and bell pepper with a thick sauce of soy sauce, water, and cornstarch. Reviewers say you can also use steak in place of ground beef if you prefer.
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Reuben Sandwich II
This flavorful 5-star Rueben sandwich is packed with corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Thousand Island dressing on rye bread. "We loved this sandwich — even my hubby who doesn't care for sauerkraut asked for it again next week. We used a George Foreman grill which eliminated the 'fat sandwich flip' potential mess," says reviewer Cindy.
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Fried Rice Restaurant Style
This restaurant-style fried rice is made with white rice, baby carrots, peas, eggs, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Reviewers suggest using frozen peas and carrots, and also say you can add any other meat or vegetables that you like.
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Aunt Jewel's Chicken Dressing Casserole
This Southern-style chicken and dressing casserole recipe is quick and easy to make. Reviewers recommend sautéing the chicken with garlic first and doubling the amount of stuffing. "I will keep this in my recipe file of great comfort food...also is easy on a budget," says reviewer Sue Mongell.
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Prize Winning Baby Back Ribs
Reviewers rave about this rib rub, which consists of ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, and salt and pepper. "Followed the recipe exactly and results were outstanding. They're not falling off the bone but they're better than that. They're tender and very flavorful. It brings out the best in texture, tenderness, and flavor. And it only takes an hour," according to reviewer David.