Indulge in cozy winter meals with these comforting dinner recipes perfect for January. Ready in 30 minutes or less, these dishes will keep you warm and satisfied all month long. From a soothing Sick-Day Chicken Noodle Soup to flavorful Spiced Cauliflower & Whipped Ricotta Pitas, these healthy and easy dinners are must-tries for the season.
Sick-Day Chicken Noodle Soup
Soothe your soul with this tender chicken, warm broth, and noodle-packed soup, designed to nourish and comfort when you’re feeling under the weather. Featuring a flavorful combination of chicken breast, ginger, and garlic, this soup will help clear congestion and keep you hydrated.
Garlic-Butter Mushroom Steaks
For a savory and delicious plant-based dish, try these garlic-butter mushroom steaks. Juicy portobello mushroom “steaks” are paired with a buttery garlic sauce infused with rosemary, creating a mouthwatering combination that will impress both mushroom lovers and steak enthusiasts.
Spiced Cauliflower & Whipped Ricotta Pitas
Enjoy spiced cauliflower bites on a walnut spread with creamy whipped ricotta in this delightful open-face sandwich. Seasoned with shawarma spices like cumin, coriander, and turmeric, these bites offer a complex Middle Eastern flavor profile.
Lemony Chicken & Rice Soup
Inspired by Greek avgolemono soup, this recipe adds richness and creaminess with eggs and lemon tempered into the broth. Use microwaveable brown rice or leftover rice for a quick and satisfying meal.
Creamy Spinach Orzo
Light, quick, and easy, this creamy spinach orzo pasta dish shines with fresh basil and spinach flavors. Perfect for a vegetarian dinner, this dish is sure to please your taste buds.
Crispy Tempeh Steaks with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce
A plant-based twist on Marry Me Chicken, these crispy tempeh steaks offer a gut-friendly fiber boost. Opt for “original” tempeh for a simple and flavorful dish.
Spinach & Artichoke Dip Soup
Capture the essence of spinach-artichoke dip with this creamy soup, enhanced with a touch of lemon juice for a refreshing zing. Pair it with whole-grain country bread or crushed pita chips for extra crunch.
Melting Cherry Tomato & Mozzarella Pasta
Highlight the natural sweetness of cherry tomatoes and the creamy texture of mozzarella in this simple yet delicious pasta dish. Mozzarella pearls or chopped fresh mozzarella work well to create a gooey and satisfying meal.
Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato & Spinach Soup
Enjoy the creamy goodness of sun-dried tomato and spinach in this comforting soup that’s perfect for chilly evenings.
Featuring a flavorful blend of umami from tomatoes, creaminess and fiber from beans, and a refreshing zing from lemon, this vegetarian-friendly soup is irresistibly delicious. With a prep time of just 30 minutes, it’s a quick and nutritious meal option. Packed with nutrients from spinach and made with low-sodium vegetable broth and unsalted cannellini beans to reduce salt content.
For a tangy twist, try TajÃn Shrimp Tacos with Cabbage Slaw, where the Mexican chile-lime seasoning adds a zesty kick to shrimp. Opt for a low-sodium seasoning or create your own blend with chili powder, lime zest, and juice. Pineapple can be used for speedier prep.
In just 25 minutes, you can whip up Lemon Zucchini Pasta, a light and lemony dish that pairs fresh zucchini with a flavorful sauce. Customize by topping with herbs like basil or parsley for added variety.
Indulge in a quick Creamy Mushroom Soup with Sherry, boasting rich flavors of wild mushrooms complemented by dry sherry.
For a vegetarian take on fried tofu, try Buttermilk Fried Tofu with Smoky Collard Greens, offering crispy tofu with a smoky paprika coating on the collard greens.
Explore the meat-free version of Marry Me Chicken with Marry Me Chickpeas, featuring fiber-filled chickpeas and sun-dried tomatoes in a creamy sauce.
For a vibrant skillet casserole, try Creamy Chicken, Corn & Poblano Skillet Casserole, with a creamy sauce coating the chicken and a touch of heat from poblano peppers.
For a heart-healthy option, consider Creamy Spinach-Artichoke Salmon, a quick and easy skillet dinner rich in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals.
Indulge in the classic Shrimp Pad Thai, a flavorful stir-fried rice noodle dish with a perfect blend of tangy, salty, and sweet flavors.
Delight in Udon Noodle Soup with Buttery Tomato Broth, a comforting dish featuring buttery tomato broth and hearty udon noodles.
The delightful aromas of cinnamon and star anise bring bold flavors to this speedy soup. Butter provides richness and a smooth consistency. Fresh udon noodles cook up quickly, but dried udon noodles are also suitable.
Experience Recipe:
Skillet Salmon with Orzo & Green Pea Pesto
Photographer: Rachel Marek
Food stylist: Holly Dreesman
Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco
This one-pan meal features salmon fillets paired with a fresh green pea pesto and orzo pasta. The green pea pesto offers a unique twist to traditional pesto, bringing sweetness, richness, and a vibrant green hue to your plate.
Crispy Salmon Rice Bowl
Ali Redmond
Tender salmon pieces are coated in a sweet and crispy layer thanks to a flavorful teriyaki glaze in this salmon rice bowl. Topped with crunchy cucumber and creamy avocado, this dish can be customized with your favorite toppings for an easy and delicious meal.
Veggie Fajitas
Photographer: Jacob Fox
Food stylist: Holly Dreesman
Prop stylist: Joseph Wanek
These veggie fajitas are loaded with sweet bell peppers and red onions. Creamy avocado and warm tortillas complete the dish. The veggies alone make a great meal prep option. Serve them over rice or atop tortilla chips with melted cheese.
Spicy Chili Oil Noodles with Zucchini & Carrots
Photographer: Rachel Marek
Food stylist: Lauren McAnelly
Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco
This flavorful noodle dish features homemade chili oil infused with aromatic spices like bay leaves, star anise, peppercorns, and chili flakes for a spicy sauce. Spiralized zucchini and carrots add crunch, color, and nutrients to the meal.
Creamy Caramelized Cabbage Pasta
Photographer: Grant Webster
Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman
Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl
In this comforting vegetarian dinner, cabbage is sautéed in butter until caramelized, adding a subtle sweetness to the dish. A light, creamy sauce coats both the cabbage and pasta.
Creamy Pesto Shrimp with Gnocchi & Peas
Photographer: Greg DuPree
Prop stylist: Shell Royster
Food stylist: Emily Hall
This quick dinner recipe combines shrimp with fluffy gnocchi, pesto, and peas in a creamy sauce. Feel free to swap peas for other veggies like broccoli or asparagus. Add some crushed red pepper for heat or top with grated Parmesan cheese for extra savory flavor.
Spaghetti with Creamy Lemon-Spinach Sauce
Photographer: Jen Causey
Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling
Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
Boost your veggie intake with this easy spaghetti in spinach sauce. Inspired by classic pesto, this vibrant pasta is packed with spinach and basil, garnished with walnuts and Parmesan cheese for a nutty, savory finish
Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell
Indulge in a wholesome, protein-rich dinner prepared effortlessly on just two baking sheets, ensuring easy cleanup with this delectable salmon, roasted tomato, and quinoa recipe. The addition of baked quinoa provides a delightful texture and crunch to the overall dish.
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
Savor the vibrant flavors of a Lemony Lentil & Cauliflower Cup Soup, elevated by zesty lemon notes and a touch of fiber and earthy, nutty essence from wholesome ingredients such as lentils and bulgur. Bulgur contributes heartiness and a satisfying chewy texture to the soup, while a hint of heat from harissa paste enhances the broth.
Sautéed Striped Bass with Lemon and Herb Sauce by Greg Dupree
For those who find sea bass to possess a robust flavor profile, a tip to mellow the taste is to remove the pan drippings from the skillet before preparing the sauce, resulting in a more delicate final product. The wine-butter sauce complements the dish impeccably, highlighted by subtle caramelized lemon accents.
