There’s no need to spend hours in the kitchen planning your Easter menu.
Others look forward to enjoying a variety ofEaster dessertsto finish off their meal.
However, if you’re searching for some easy Easter dinner ideas, we’ve got you covered!
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One of the things we love most about the spring holiday is that there’s room to be creative.
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Rosemary Lamb Chops
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For many, its tradition to have lamb for Easter dinner.
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The meat is served alongside olive-and-rosemary bulgur with smashed cucumber, which rounds out this easy yet delicious meal.
It only requires 30 minutes of prep time and thedry-brining methodis much simpler than wet-brining.
Wet brining requires the bird to be fully submerged in a tub inside the refrigerator (i.e.
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taking up a lot of space) and can be harder to work with because of its wet exterior.
Serve the fish with roasted veggies and a starch for a meal your Easter guests wont soon forget.
Shellfish Spaghetti
Despite being packed with shellfish, this satiating spaghetti comes together in just 35 minutes.
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Serve the seafood spaghetti with a sprinkle of parsley and crushed red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.
To make this dish vegan, simply use vegan butter or a plant-based butter substitute.
Salmon Burgers With Pesto Cream Sauce
Who says you cant have burgers on Easter?
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Ready in just 20 minutes, we guarantee youll make these burgers over and over again.
When shopping for your fish fillets, see to it the pieces are around the same size.
This will help ensure that they cook evenly in the sauce.
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Here, hanger steak is seared on the stovetop until a gorgeous brown crust forms.
Then, the meat is transferred to the oven to finish cooking.
To serve, spoon the butter over the steak and top with flaky salt.
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Are you drooling yet?
A handful of peppery arugula joins the fun and provides the perfect balance for this holiday meal.
For this French-inspired meal, tender radishes are paired with perfectly seared steak, and an earthy tarragon-laced butter.
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Sweet Chili Salmon Salad
For some people, Easter is all about dessert.
Enter this Sweet Chili Salmon Salad.
The result is a cozy, nutrient-dense dinner that won’t disappoint.
Serve the stew with a starchy side, likescalloped potatoesor couscous, to absorb the broth.
This interpretation has ground beef, cremini mushrooms, and thymeand comes out of the oven bubbling and golden.
Fast Italian Fish Stew
Low on time and eager to impress?
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This elegant fish stew was made for you.
Sprinkled with fresh parsley and basil, this filling stew is full of color and nutrients.
ensure to have plenty of crusty bread on the table to sop up every last bit!
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If you have picky eaters at the table, cut the cutlets into strips and serve them with ketchup.
Full of cured meat and cheese, this savory pie is not for the faint of heart.
But it’s an undeniably delicious and celebratory meal.
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A buttery homemade crust encases a rich filling that is balanced with roasted red peppers and spinach.
Melted Gruyere is a welcome addition, uniting the ingredients with its nutty savoriness.
Buy a store-bought pie crust with fantastic, flaky results, and save yourself a lot of time.
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Just reheat in the oven on Easter when you’re ready to serve to save you time.
The briny pickle juice is a culinary superstar that adds flavor to this Easter main.
Here, it marinates pork tenderloin for succulent and flavorful results.
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A simple, stir-together dill sauce spiked with even more pickle juice completes the meal.
The coleslaw is zippy and tangy with the addition of mango chutney, sambal oelek, and lime juice.
Serve the salmon alongside lemony spinach and spiced rice pilaf, making this a filling, balanced meal.
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Serve with a side of leafy greens and youre all set.
Here, mahi-mahi filets are seasoned with coriander, and quick-cooking orzo takes the place of rice.
The squeeze of lemon juice adds a brightness that balances all of that irresistible creaminess.
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These chops take just 4 minutes to cook and develop a perfectly browned crust thats hard to resist.
Crushed, seasoned croutons add a satisfying crunch.
This version calls for a sauce made with salty pancetta, fresh cherry tomatoes, and garlic.
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Sheet Pan Salmon With Potatoes and Broccolini
Keep things simple for Easter with anourishing meal.
Whats not to love?
Dont forget to serve the pasta with a dry, medium-bodied white wine.
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Crumbles of briny feta complete the meal.
Spoon a dollop of store-bought tzatziki on top to make the dish even richer and more impressive.
Start bycooking the bacon.
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Meanwhile, the heart-healthy salmon gets its own mustard-sugar glaze with a schmear of sour cream on the side.
Sheet Pan Chicken and Sweet Potatoes
We’re a huge fan ofsheet pan meals.
For one, they are super easy to clean up.
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This chicken and sweet potato recipe is no exception.
It’s ready in just 30 minutes and only takes about ten to get it all together.
Serve with a salad to round out the meal.
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Slow-Grilled Leg of Lamb
you could’t go wrong with slow-grilled lamb.
This version is flavored with garlic,Dijon mustard, and fresh rosemary leaves.
Serve it with creamy one-pot mashed potatoesa quintessential Easter side dishand your favorite vegetables, and you’re golden.
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After baking, the chicken becomes golden and crispy underneath the broiler before it is served.
The vegetables become caramelized and tender, creating a healthy and easy Easter dish.
French Onion Casserole
This recipe takes French onion soup and makes it into a comforting cheesy casserole.
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Penne pasta catches every bit of creaminess, so each bite is heavenly.
When served with toasted bread, this casserole will be just what everyone wanted on Easter Sunday.
Just be prepared for your guests to want seconds!
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Rotisserie Chicken Pot Pie
Looking for a shortcut that doesn’t sacrifice on flavor?
Sheet Pan Cod and Potatoes
This easy fish dish just feels like Spring.
In addition to the main, divided Yukon potatoes become tender in the oven.
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Serve with a simple tossed salad for a light meal with lots of flavor.
Grilled Turkey-Zucchini Burgers
Not all Easter dinners need to be fancy.
Brioche buns are a wonderful companion to the burger, but sourdough buns would also taste amazing.
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Serve alongside sweet potato chips for a nice and salty crunch.
Tossed together in a lemony vinegar-based dressing, this salad will be loved by the whole table this Easter.
To get the chicken good and crispy, broil them for just a few minutes before serving.
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Salmon is broiled alongside onions.
The filet and onions are served atop a rice and broccoli mixture for a quick and delectable dinner.
Rosemary Chicken With Zucchini
This is a one-dish recipe that comes together so easily.
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Roast the mix for about 50 minutes, turning over the chicken halfway through.
Even picky eaters will love the flavor!
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