What's for dinner tonight? One of these easy dinner menus! As we get into peak comfort food season, you'll appreciate the ease of simple suppers that don't take a lot of fuss to make. We've paired five satisfying main dishes with seasonal side dish and/or dessert ideas, plus tasty wine and beer options, so all you have to do is mix and match to get a tasty meal.
Menu #1: Blackened Ranch Pan-Fried Chicken Thighs
Photo by Brie Passano
Using a cast-iron skillet helps these chicken thighs cook quickly. The ranch seasoning blackens as it cooks, making the skin very crisp.
Menu #2: Pepper-Crusted Beef Tenderloin with Chocolate-Port Sauce
Photo by Brie Passano
Make a quick, velvety pan sauce with chocolate and port and turn a steak into a celebration.
Menu #3: Oven-Fried Pork Chops
Photo by Brie Passano
"Tip: Set a rack on a baking sheet, lightly spray the chops with butter-flavored cooking spray, and bake them on the rack. No need to turn—they still get crispy on both sides!" — SCORPIOG
Menu #4: Cauliflower Clam Chowder
Photo by Jason Donnelly
This healthier take on clam chowder has pur?ed cauliflower and potatoes to keep it creamy while celery leaves and lemon zest balance each bite.
Menu #5: Delicious Meatless Baked Ziti
Photo by Brie Passano
This elegant, meatless baked ziti is an easy dish ready in 45 minutes.
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