12 Cozy Fall Dinner Recipes

As the crisp air of autumn settles in, it’s the perfect time to gather around comforting, hearty meals. These fall dinner recipes are packed with seasonal flavors like pumpkin, apples, and warm spices that make every bite a celebration.

Whether you’re cooking for family or friends, you’ll find inspiration and warmth in these dishes. Explore more recipes and ideas on our recipe page to make this fall even more delicious.

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1. Chicken Stew

This one-pot wonder takes just 45 minutes but tastes like it’s been simmering all day. The chicken releases its juices into the broth, creating a rich, flavorful stew perfect for cozy dinners.

2. Stuffed Acorn Squash

Sweet squash meets hearty kale in this simple, flavor-packed dish. It’s a comforting fall favorite that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.

3. Pumpkin Lasagna

Don’t let pumpkin scare you—layered with fontina, mozzarella, sage, and nutmeg, this creamy lasagna is a veggie-packed twist you’ll crave seconds of.

4. Turkey Tetrazzini

Turn leftover turkey into a creamy pasta bake that’s comforting, adaptable, and ideal for post-holiday dinners or easy weeknight meals.

5. Roast Chicken

Seasoned with just salt and pepper, this roast chicken delivers crispy skin and juicy meat—a foolproof centerpiece for any festive meal.

6. Creamy Butternut Squash Orzo

If you love mac ‘n’ cheese, this cheesy butternut squash orzo is a cozy comfort dish with rich flavors and creamy goodness.

7. White Chicken Chili

A hearty, creamy twist on classic chili with white beans, green chiles, and jalapeños. It’s warming and ready in under an hour.

8. Chicken & Rice Casserole

Quick, comforting, and topped with crunchy broiled Parmesan, this chicken and rice casserole makes weeknight dinners effortless and delicious.

9. Chicken Parm Pasta

Take chicken Parmesan to the next level with cavatappi pasta for texture and ease—no stress, all the cheesy, savory goodness.

10. Cheesesteak-Stuffed Peppers

Craving Philly cheesesteak but want a low-carb option? These stuffed peppers deliver tender steak, mushrooms, onions, and melty cheese in every bite.

11. Cream of Mushroom Pastina

This vegetarian pasta dish is an elegant twist on cream of mushroom soup, with small pastina noodles soaking up rich, creamy mushroom sauce.

12. Chicken Marsala Orzo

Solve the spaghetti vs. rice debate with this skillet dish—creamy chicken Marsala meets orzo pasta for the perfect texture and flavor blend.