The possibilities for a delicious evening meal are endless with our dinner recipes. From quick and easy dinner ideas to impressive weekend feasts, plus easy meals for large family gatherings. Still can't decide? Take our fun What's for dinner tonight? quiz to reveal mouth-watering dinner ideas or browse more easy family dinners for inspiration.
Justin’s recipe is a loving nod to his childhood holidays in Hong Kong, where he first discovered the flavours and techniques that make Hainanese chicken so special. Full of traditional cooking methods, he guides Greg and Seema through all the tips and tricks for achieving perfectly poached, tender chicken, served with a variety of delicious sauces and fragrant, chicken-flavoured rice. This is the real deal, brought to life in the Kitchen.
Grilled halloumi cheese and crisp homemade croutons make this vibrant salad feel hearty and substantial. Served with a delicious warm tomato and chilli dressing, this salad is packed full of flavour too.
Traybakes such as this veggie sausage version are perfect for a stress-free, tasty dinner
Martyn Odell, known as the Lagom Chef, brought this hearty meatball and bucatini dish when he visited Seema and Greg in the Kitchen, sharing his passion for simple, comforting and super-delicious flavours. Perfectly seasoned meatballs are simmered in a rich, slow-cooked tomato sauce and served with al dente Tesco Finest bucatini, showcasing Martyn’s signature knack for turning humble ingredients into meals that are full of warmth and flavour.
This dish is inspired by the comforting family recipe Fred Sirieix grew up with in France – classic, deeply traditional and rooted in the kind of slow-cooked warmth that fills a home. Recreated with Tesco ingredients, it’s the version Fred cooked for Seema and Greg when he joined them in the Kitchen, bringing a taste of his childhood. Rich, rustic and full of soul, it’s exactly the kind of French home cooking that turns a cold day into something special.
Meera Sodha brought one of her classic recipes to the Kitchen, cooking it with Greg and Seema. The rich, spiced lentil curry is simmered with coconut milk, tamarind and warming aromatics, while the quick “cheat’s” parathas make it perfectly approachable for a midweek meal. Comforting, fragrant and full of flavour, it’s a dish that showcases Meera’s knack for turning traditional Indian recipes into something simple and utterly delicious.
Seema’s malted vinegar coconut mussels and fries is her playful nod to Monica’s Kiwi roots, inspired by the salt-and-vinegar flavours so loved in New Zealand’s fish-and-chip culture. Knowing how much Monica loves that sharp, tangy kick, Seema builds it into plump Scottish mussels simmered in coconut milk, soy and plenty of malt vinegar. With crispy fries and a punchy garlic mayo on the side, it’s a bold but comforting combo.
When Julius came to the Tesco Kitchen, he brought his signature tarragon roast chicken, inspired by a cherished family recipe and his love of classic Sunday roasts. Spatchcocked for even cooking, the chicken comes out tender with golden, crisp skin, while the cream, mustard, and tarragon sauce adds a rich, aromatic finish. It’s a confident, flavourful roast that pairs beautifully with Seema’s braised lentils and charred lemon gremolata.
Seema’s mum’s chicken curry is a deeply comforting family recipe, packed with fragrant spices and slow‑simmered chicken that builds rich, layered flavour. Tender chicken thighs are cooked with a warm blend of aromatic whole spices, chilli, ginger and garlic in a spiced tomato base, finished with yogurt and fresh aromatics for depth and balance. Making the Tesco Kitchen feel like home.
This skillet mushroom lasagne is all about big, comforting flavours without the fuss. Packed with fresh and rehydrated mushrooms, rich tomato ragu and layers of creamy ricotta and gooey mozzarella, it’s indulgent, cosy and perfect for sharing straight from the pan.
This vibrant roasted chickpea and Brussels sprout salad is a celebration of seasonal winter flavours. Crunchy, golden chickpeas contrast beautifully with tender, caramelised sprouts and hearty kale, while the citrusy, slightly smoky dressing adds brightness and depth. Toasted pine nuts bring a nutty crunch, for a winter salad you’ll keep coming back to!
This is the ultimate umami-packed dinner, made even easier (and tastier) with Tesco Finest exotic mushrooms. Crispy, golden rice topped with glossy miso-coated mushrooms gives you all the rich, savoury flavours you want without any fuss. Perfect for a cosy weeknight or impressing friends without spending hours in the kitchen!
This creamy leek pasta is all about cosy vibes and cheesy goodness. Tesco Finest Gruyère makes it super melty and indulgent, while a sprinkle of Tesco Finest Parmigiano Reggiano adds that perfect salty, nutty hit.
This coconut chicken soup is proper tasty and super easy to throw together. Creamy, a bit spicy and packed with fresh herbs and a squeeze of lime, it’s the kind of bowl you just want to dive into. Serve it over rice, pile on the beansprouts and herbs, and you’ve got yourself a quick, flavour-packed dinner that hits all the right notes.
Nothing beats digging into this chicken and chorizo filo pie. Juicy chicken, spicy chorizo and a creamy, cheesy sauce wrapped in crisp, buttery filo, finished with a drizzle of Tesco Finest Acacia Honey and a sprinkle of thyme, it’s a dinner that’s indulgent, full of flavour and perfect for scoffing straight from the dish.
Crunchy and packed with fresh flavours, these tuna tostadas are a great high-protein dinner option that takes under 30 minutes to cook
Spoil the family this weekend with this honey roast chicken recipe. Its tasty seasoning, tender onions and sweet honey takes this weekend roast dinner classic to the next level
Use leftover chicken stew to make this simple yet special galette. Top ready-made puff pastry with creamy ricotta and the leftover stew before baking in the oven. Finish with plenty of fresh tarragon. Delicious!
Serve up this autumnal dish for the perfect midweek meal. Tender chicken thighs are simmered with white wine, cannellini beans and tarragon and served with warm crusty bread in this comforting recipe. Use the leftover stew the next day to make a creamy Chicken and ricotta galette, see tip, below.
Use leftover beef and onion mixture in this Sloppy Joes recipe to make this American classic for a bonus Friday night special. Sandwiched between golden grilled seeded buns, serve with melty cheese slices, tangy gherkins and crisp salad.
A moreish, hearty pie made with simple ingredients but packed full of flavour. It freezes well, and there's enough leftover filling to make Sloppy Joes, a bonus Friday night special.
A delicious twist on fish cakes made with leftover pearl barley
A Mediterranean-style one pot that's great all year round
A speedy veggie rice bowl using leftover roasted squash
A healthy, veggie Thai-inspired dish to to treat your tastebuds
Let the oven do all the work with this easy Greek-style sausage traybake. Drizzle your veg with a garlic, lemon and oregano oil, then roast with sausages until golden. Serve with a dollop of feta yogurt. Use any leftovers to make our Greek sausage pittas for dinner tomorrow.
Transform leftover sausage and butter bean traybake into these tasty Greek pittas. Load your pittas with garlicky veg and crunchy salad, then finish with a dollop of feta yogurt for a meal that whole family will love.
Use leftover scrambled tofu in this colourful Tex-Mex bowl. Wholegrain rice and quinoa are topped with black beans, tofu, crispy tortilla chips, and a fresh corn salsa for a healthy midweek family meal.
When only a creamy curry will do, bookmark this super-easy recipe using leftover creamy sauce from our Spiced roasted veg mac and cheese. With frozen veg and storecupboard spices, this is the ultimate fast fakeaway dish for any night of the week.
We've taken the well-loved dish mac 'n' cheese and packed in root veg and spices to create a delicious twist that's budget- and freezer-friendly. There's even leftover cheesy sauce to make the Cheat's creamy chicken and spinach curry.
These trendy tacos have been all over social media recently, and we aren't surprised - they're delicious!
This rich ragu recipe can be made in a batch and used again for other dishes - there's nothing like a cook once, eat twice dish!
Transform your leftover Italian-style roast into this delicious pork ragu. Ready in just 30 minutes, our simple pasta dish is sure to be a big hit. Top with plenty of Parmesan and tuck in!