Cozy up to these winter dinner recipes, perfect for the cold weather, including soups, pasta, rich stews & chilis, casseroles, & sheet pan meals.
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Winter is a great time to get out of the cold and into the kitchen! Here are over 105 of my Favorite Winter recipes that will not disappoint! From nourishing soups to hearty pastas and rich stews, there’s a tasty winter recipe for everyone. Easy to make, comforting, and – of course – so good!!
When those cold nights draw in, cozy up to one of these 105 Winter recipes! Easy to make with simple ingredients, these cold weather dishes are rich in flavor and super satisfying. Winter is the season for comfort food!
Tips for Making Winter Recipes
Use the slow cooker to serve up wholesome and comforting food. Slow cookers are great for chili, stews, and soups. Just pop the ingredients in the morning of, and by dinner time you’ll have a hearty meal to satisfy the entire family.
Cook in batches! Double up recipe ingredients and make bigger batches, making weeknight meals less of a hassle and freezing some for later.
Deliver the flavor of the outdoors, indoors, with the broiler. Take that BBQ vibe inside and use your broiler to grill up a variety of meat and veggies.
Use warming spices and seasonings. Add warming spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, garlic powder, cumin, and ginger to your recipes. Simple blends like sumac, 7 spice, and Cajun seasoning instantly add flavor to meats and veggies.
Make soup regularly. Soups and stews are versatile and usually come with a nourishing blend of vegetables, proteins, and whole grains – all in one pot. Plus, making winter soup recipes in large batches is an excellent way to meal prep and provide comforting leftovers on busy winter days.
Most Popular Feel Good Foodie Recipes for Winter!
I’m all about comfort food on chilly nights, and Feel Good Foodie has plenty to offer in that department. These are just a small sampling of the most popular dinner ideas for winter, and for good reason. Each dish is packed with flavor and brings warmth and satisfaction to your kitchen table. Whether it’s one of the top winter soup recipes or a simple baked dish, these popular Feel Good Foodie recipes are just what you need this winter season.
This is a Lebanese style Beef Kafta recipe that's made with ground beef, parsley, onions and a blend of Middle Eastern spices- perfect on the grill or stove
The easy Beef Stew is hearty, comforting and made in one pot. Full of tender flavorful beef and requires minimal prep, it makes for a delicious family meal!
Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie made with mushrooms and quinoa, simmered in vegetable broth with fresh thyme and topped with mashed potatoes.
1 hourhour20 minutesminutes
5 from 492 votes
Winter Pasta Recipes
I admit I often let pasta get me through the long days of winter, and once you see these delicious cold-weather recipes, you will quickly see why. They’re incredibly flavorful with various rich sauces, hearty ingredients, and cozy textures that are perfect for chilly nights.
This Chicken Fajita Pasta is such an easy flavorful 30 minute meal that the whole family will love! Delicious and creamy for a great well balanced dinner.
This classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese recipe is easy to make with sharp cheddar and gruyere mixed into a roux and tossed with elbow macaroni and baked with a panko topping.
This Baked Spaghetti Recipe is a cheesy vegetarian pasta casserole dish that's simple to make, requiring only one pan in the oven, and a family favorite meal.
This homemade stovetop mac and cheese is a one-pot dinner with a from scratch cheese sauce and al dente elbow macaroni.
25 minutesminutes
5 from 1 vote
Best Winter Casseroles & Bakes
One of my favorite things about winter is that the cooler temperatures bring hearty casseroles and bakes. It’s a complete meal all in one dish with minimal cleanup. Trust me, these dinner ideas for winter are the ultimate comfort meals, and I promise they’ll be on repeat all season long.
Chicken and rice casserole made with chicken breast simmered in a creamy sauce with mushrooms and onions, poured on a bed of rice, and baked in the oven.
This cheesy Cauliflower casserole with potatoes is a delicious side dish that's quick and easy – pair it with weeknight dinners or Thanksgiving turkey!
This Easy Eggplant Moussaka recipe is a quick version of the Greek dish made with layers of eggplant and spiced ground beef and topped with a bechamel sauce.
Baked Eggplant Parmesan made with large eggplants, coated with panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and seasoning, layered with marinara and mozzarella cheese.
2 hourshours10 minutesminutes
5 from 178 votes
Cozy Winter Soup Recipes
Once the weather gets chilly – I’m all about soups. They’re the perfect way to warm up, nourish your body, and let those seasonal ingredients like winter squashes and warm spices shine most deliciously. Plus, I love how soups are so easy to scale up the ingredients and meal prep for the week. Make a big batch, and you’re covered for a few days!
Switch up your chicken noodle soup recipe by making this similar Chicken Vegetable Soup that's made with lots of vegetables, cubed chicken breast and rice instead of noodles!
This Roasted Red Pepper Soup is made on the stovetop with red roasted bell peppers, fresh basil, thyme, and garlic simmered in a vegetable based broth and blended until smooth.
This lasagna soup recipe tastes just like lasagna without the work. Lasagna noodles are broken into pieces and simmered in a tomato broth with ground beef, seasonings, and veggies.
This roasted butternut squash soup is made with a whole, roasted butternut squash that is simmered with spices, vegetable broth, and coconut milk.
1 hourhour5 minutesminutes
5 from 214 votes
Chili and Stew Winter Recipes
If winter had a food, stews would be it. They’re hearty, chunky, and just the dish you want to cozy up to. Made with rich broths, tender meats, and various veggies, stews are a cozy comfort food that will keep you warm and satisfied. They’re also great for feeding a crowd or enjoying leftovers throughout the week. So double up on these cold weather recipes because most stews and chilis actually taste better the next day, anyway.
This Sweet Potato Chili is basic in ingredients but sophisticated in flavor – it has a sweet smoky flavor & packed with a healthy dose of protein and fiber!
White Chicken Chili is a cozy one-pot meal made with chicken, white beans, green chiles, and warm spices simmered in a creamy broth. It’s hearty, comforting, and easy to make for busy weeknights.
This Lebanese green bean stew is a one-pot meal made with chicken, tomatoes, and aromatic spices. It's a full-bodied meal! Serve over rice or on its own.
If you're looking for new vegetable beef stews to try, this Lebanese inspired Peas and Carrots Stew (we call them yakhneh) is hearty, nutritious and utterly comforting.
This eggplant stew has Middle Eastern flavor roots! The tomato base is mixed with harissa, garlic, and spices. Chunks of eggplant simmer with chickpeas for a full meal.
My vegetable stew is made in one pot with classic vegetable pairings potatoes, mushrooms, carrots, onions and celery. Plus add whatever else in the fridge!
This lamb stew is so good, with yummy Mediterranean flavors, hearty veggies, and chickpeas, it's slow cooked making the lamb tender and juicy.
1 hourhour40 minutesminutes
5 from 2 votes
Easy Winter Meals in One Pan
One pan meals will always have my heart. I love the simple prep and quick cleanup and the meals are just as delicious as those that take hours in the kitchen.
This one-pot chicken and rice recipe is cooked in a single pot and is made with chicken breast, frozen veggies, and rice altogether with just 10 minutes of prep time.
Quick and easy to make, this one pan shrimp and rice is ready to serve in around 30 minutes. Perfect to serve as an easy comforting weeknight family meal.
One pan pasta is an easy family friendly meal you can whip up quickly on weeknights. It's a no-fuss meal using only one cookware and any vegetables you like
This Instant Pot vegan lentil chili is simple and quick to make and so delicious! Loaded with healthy ingredients, it's great for meal prep and freezer meals.
Try this one pot turkey pasta for a quick, flavorful meal. Ground turkey, onions, garlic, tomatoes, and Italian herbs simmer together, with the noodles, making dinner so easy!
40 minutesminutes
5 from 8 votes
Sheet-Pan Easy Winter Meals
If you like me, prefer easy winter meals that are ready in no time and have minimal cleanup, get comfortable with sheet pan meals. They’re the ultimate convenience food because you can toss everything together – protein, veggies, and seasonings – and let the oven do the rest. If you want more details on using this super easy cooking technique, check out my post on How to Make Sheet Pan Meals.
Easy Sheet Pan Steak Beef Fajitas with bell peppers, and onions. Made in the oven in 12 minutes. Minimal cleaning & no fuss. An easy weeknight Tex-Mex dish!
This easy Sheet Pan Nacho recipe layers crispy tortilla chips with beef, beans, and cheese and is loaded with all your favorite nacho toppings.
25 minutesminutes
5 from 23 votes
Easy Winter Meals with Chicken
Chicken is a classic choice any time of the day, but it is especially comforting in healthy winter meals. Plus, it’s a great source of wholesome and lean protein, which is always a win-win in my book.
Whole roasted chicken rubbed in butter and thyme on the outside for crispy skin and stuffed with a head of garlic and more thyme on the inside to carry the flavor through the whole chicken.
This Baked Chicken Meatballs recipe is made with ground chicken, fresh garlic, seasoning, and rolled into balls and baked in the oven, and ready in 30 minutes.
This Lemon Rosemary Roasted Whole Chicken has the best crispy, buttery skin and juicy meat cooked over shallots for an easy chicken dinner prepared in one pan.
Cracked freekeh soup with an aromatic warm broth loaded with shredded chicken, onions, and spices. This Lebanese soup recipe is even better the next day!
1 hourhour40 minutesminutes
5 from 57 votes
Seafood Dinner Ideas for Winter
Looking for simple cold weather recipes with seafood? You have everything you need in this section. Think rich flavors and delicate textures that pair perfectly with hearty sides like potatoes, rice, or winter vegetables.
Tomato poached fish is a delicious and healthy family dinner that's ready to serve in less than 30 minutes. Loaded with flavor, it's simple, quick and so tasty!
This lightened up version of Honey Walnut Shrimp is inspired by the Panda Express recipe. It's full of crisp pan-seared shrimp with homemade candied walnuts
Samke harra (spicy fish) is a delicious Lebanese dish of oven-baked seasoned cod drizzled with tahini sauce.
30 minutesminutes
5 from 7 votes
Healthy Winter Recipes with Beef
If chicken and seafood isn’t your thing or if you just want to change things up – consider these dinner ideas for winter made with beef. These hearty options bring rich, bold flavors that are perfect for meals on a crispy day.
This Hummus with Ground Beef recipe is a simple, authentic and popular Middle Eastern meal – easy to make with your favorite hummus, beef and pine nuts!
This Mediterranean Ground Beef and Rice dish is made with chickpeas and full of flavor. It's a quick, easy-to-make one pot meal the whole family will love!
This healthy lasagna recipe without ricotta cheese is a wholesome dinner with layers of tangy, creamy Greek yogurt filling, beefy marinara, pasta, and melty cheese.
This Instant pot beef and broccoli is full of flavor with juicy, marinated beef in a simple sauce with perfectly al dente broccoli.
45 minutesminutes
5 from 34 votes
Vegetarian Dinner Ideas for Winter
Looking for meatless options? These vegetarian winter recipes are just what you need. Packed with seasonal ingredients, hearty grains, and lots of flavor, these easy winter meals offer unique taste and various textures and are just as satisfying as their meaty competitors.
Butternut Squash Quinoa Salad is a hearty fall salad made with roasted squash, kale, quinoa, and feta. A colorful, flavorful side dish for Thanksgiving or weeknight meals.
This hearty red lentil curry is made with sweet potatoes, aromatic Indian spices, and broth for an easy one-pot vegan dinner packed with flavor and protein.
Easy to make, these healthy fall grain bowls are made with farro, butternut squash and beets and tossed in a delicious balsamic dressing. Perfect for make ahead meals!
This baked feta spaghetti squash is a lighter twist on the viral feta pasta! The roasted squash strands mix with creamy baked feta, garlic, and tomatoes for a cozy, low-carb dinner full of flavor.
Cast Iron Pizza is an easy way to make homemade pizza with crispy golden edges and delicious chewy dough – made with an oven-safe skillet in just 30 minutes
30 minutesminutes
5 from 76 votes
Lebanese Dinner Ideas for Winter
Showcasing bold spices, hearty legumes, and warming stews, these Lebanese dishes offer rich flavors that are both comforting and satisfying. Lebanese cuisine shines in the winter because so many of these authentic dishes are made for chilly nights. So, consider these healthy winter recipes if you’re craving something flavorful, unique, and delicious. And if you want to see more of my favorite Middle Eastern meals, be sure to check out my roundup on Best Authentic Lebanese Recipes.
Za'atar chicken drumsticks and thighs roasted in the oven is your answer for what's for dinner tonight. The za'atar seasoning adds a unique Middle Eastern flavor to the chicken!
Shish Barak is a delicious Middle Eastern recipe that's made with spiced-meat stuffed dumplings in a creamy mint yogurt sauce. This is an authentic Lebanese version!
This traditional Lebanese kafta and potato stew is a hearty meal that the whole family will love! Seasoned patties/meatballs are cooked in a rich tomato sauce for a healthy and delicious meal.
This authentic Sayadieh recipe is also known as Lebanese Rice and Fish – made with perfectly seasoned fluffy rice & pan fried fish, topped with toasted nuts.
What’s the best way to reheat winter recipe leftovers?
For the best taste and texture, I suggest you follow the reheating instructions per individual recipe, as reheating methods may vary. Generally, using an oven or stovetop offers the best flavor, but a microwave is more convenient.
What are the best winter vegetables?
Winter brings hearty and nutrient-rich options like root vegetables, squashes, and leafy greens. Carrots, potatoes, and beets are in season during this time and winter squashes, including butternut and acorn squash, add sweetness and substance to healthy winter recipes. Leafy greens like kale, collard greens, Swiss chard, and spinach also offer a fresh and nutritious addition to cold weather recipes.
This collection of winter recipes is like a warm hug for your taste buds. From hearty winter soup recipes to cozy casseroles and everything in between, these healthy winter recipes are your go-to comfort food lineup for chilly days.
If you have tried any of these 105 Favorite Winter recipes or any other recipe on Feel Good Foodie, leave me a comment below! I would love to hear about your experience making the recipes. And if you snapped some shots of it, share it with me on Instagram so I can repost on my stories!
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Glad this was helpful for the long, cold winter!