15 Fall Dinner Recipes for Two (2024)

Chicken Parmigiana

You don't have to go to an Italian restaurant for a fancy dinner. This breaded Chicken Parmigiana is delicious served over your favorite pasta and with a side of greens. "After several Chicken Parm recipes THIS is THE ONE! I've finally found one that we all love! It's simple and it's darned good. I will definitely make this recipe again and again," says reviewer STARCHILD1166.

Chef John's Chicken and Mushrooms

Five simple ingredients are all you need to make Chef John's Chicken and Mushrooms. This recipe incorporates the tasty flavors of butter, mushrooms, and chicken, and is ready in less than an hour for a quick weeknight dinner.

Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Ground Turkey and Vegetables

Spaghetti squash is a low-carb alternative to pasta, but it doesn't skimp on flavor. This roasted version is stuffed with ground turkey, asparagus, tomatoes, and onion. "This is definitely going to be a revolving favorite for my family! I didn't make any changes to the recipe except doubled the basil just because we love it so much and everyone loved it," says home cook Pharen.

Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

This Southern-inspired recipe adds a little heat to a veggie-centric pasta dish. You can add or remove any of the vegetables and, if you like it extra spicy, you can add more Cajun seasoning or cayenne pepper to your chicken. Try serving this pasta with cornbread.

Sloppy Joe Sandwiches

An easy Sloppy Joe recipe for a chilly fall evening when you want a quick dinner. This sweet meat is great served atop dinner rolls, rice, or baked potatoes. If you want a lighter version, try using ground turkey.

Pizza Chicken

If you're looking for a new way to serve poultry, try these breaded chicken breasts topped with pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni. You can also add any of your favorite pizza toppings — reviewers love to use mushrooms, red peppers, and onions.

Tuna Panini Melt

Try this twist on a classic tuna melt with American cheese, balsamic vinegar, and dill pickles on sourdough bread. This recipe only takes 15 minutes to prepare and is great served with a fall salad.

Stuffed Eggplant with Shrimp and Basil

Eggplant is stuffed with a mixture of shrimp, basil, breadcrumbs, and Parmesan cheese in this fantastic fall dish. You can add more veggies if you like, and reviewers suggest halving the amount of breadcrumbs.

Bulgogi Beef (Korean-Style Barbecue)

Chef John's Korean-style barbecue is the perfect dish served over rice. You only have to marinate your meat for about one to two hours, but Chef John says you can leave it for up to 12 hours if you want. This recipe uses beef short tips, but reviewers have used flank steak and country-style ribs and have seen success.

Stuffed Butternut Squash

This simple vegan dish will be enjoyed by everyone — even meat lovers. Stuff your butternut squash with basmati rice, garbanzo beans, and vegetables to create a balanced meal. Reviewers say you can substitute brown rice and your preferred dairy milk alternative for the basmati rice and soy milk in this recipe.

Jalapeno Popper Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Kick up the heat with this fun take on traditional grilled cheese, filled with cream cheese, sour cream, jalapeños, cheese, and crushed chips. Reviewers say this sandwich tastes just like a jalapeño popper. "OMG how much better could it get?!?!? I needed a quick dinner after work and threw these together in under 15 min. I served it with spicy tomato soup," says reviewer Jog Dish.

Instant Pot® Acorn Squash Stuffed with Italian Sausage

Your Instant Pot makes this recipe so much easier as you make every component inside the multicooker. This wow-worthy fall dish uses acorn squash stuffed with sausage, onions, and bell peppers and is topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.

Chicken Korma

Skip the takeout and try this Indian-inspired dish instead, serving it over rice with naan bread. "Outstanding! Reasonably quick and very tasty. My son walked into the kitchen and said 'What smells so good?'" says home cook Studboy.

Chicken Taco Soup for Two

You can have this cozy chicken taco soup ready in just 15 minutes — and it can be ready even quicker if you use rotisserie chicken. Top it with tortilla chips, avocado, Oaxaca cheese, and sour cream for extra flavor. If you want a heartier meal, reviewers recommend adding beans.

Individual Grilled Veggie Pizzas

Put your fall veggies to good use with these individual pizzas topped with mushrooms, zucchini, butternut squash, broccoli, onion, pesto, and Gorgonzola cheese. You can make these pizzas in the oven, but this recipe is the perfect opportunity to use your outdoor grill before grilling season is over.

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