33 Festive Recipes to Make Your Christmas Dinner Unforgettable

We’ve put together a collection of festive recipes designed to make your Christmas dinner truly unforgettable.

These dishes combine traditional holiday flavors with a touch of seasonal flair, perfect for creating a meal that feels both special and inviting. Whether you’re hosting a large gathering or a cozy family dinner, these recipes will bring warmth, joy, and plenty of compliments to your table.

Thanksgiving Turkey

Thanksgiving Turkey recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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This Thanksgiving Turkey recipe brings the warmth and flavor you want in a holiday meal without the hassle. With its easy steps and delicious results, it’s sure to become a favorite in your holiday traditions.

Get the Recipe: Thanksgiving Turkey

Chicken Roulade

Chicken Roulade recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Chicken Roulade is a delicious choice year-round, but it’s also a fantastic alternative to turkey for Thanksgiving. Its creamy filling and rich sauce bring all the festive flavors without the hassle of a large bird, making it perfect for smaller, cozy gatherings.

Get the Recipe: Chicken Roulade

Whole Roasted Cauliflower

Whole Roasted Cauliflower recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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This Whole Roasted Cauliflower is a showstopper of a dish that’s both visually beautiful and bursting with flavor. With its crispy edges, creamy lemon sauce, and a sprinkle of pomegranate seeds and pine nuts, it’s a satisfying addition to any table, offering a unique, delicious vegetarian option.

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Chicken and Stuffing Casserole

Crock Pot Chicken and Stuffing recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Chicken and Stuffing Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that feels like a hug on a plate. With its creamy texture, tender chicken, and crunchy stuffing topping, it’s a dish that brings everyone to the table with a smile. Plus, it’s quick enough for weeknights and versatile enough to swap in your favorite vegetables or seasonings.

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Tarragon Chicken

Tarragon Chicken recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Tarragon Chicken is a recipe that brings together the best of comfort food and refined flavors. It’s easy to prepare, perfect for a family dinner, and has a richness that feels indulgent without being overly complicated. This dish is sure to be a hit, whether it’s a busy weeknight or a special occasion.

Get the Recipe: Easy Tarragon Chicken

Easy Crockpot Steak Bites Perfect

Crockpot Steak Bites recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Enjoy the tasty goodness of our mouthwatering Crockpot Steak Bites recipe. These tender and flavorful bites are a great choice for a comforting meal.

Get the Recipe: Easy Crockpot Steak Bites Perfect

Easy Mississippi Pot Roast Made In The Crockpot

Mississippi Pot Roast recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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This Mississippi Pot Roast Recipe with Au Jus Gravy is a game-changer! Perfect for Crockpot Meals For A Crowd, this Beef Chuck Roast dish offers tender meat and rich flavors. Whether you’re trying Something New For Dinner or making Pot Roast Sandwiches, this Mississippi Pot will not disappoint.

Get the Recipe: Easy Mississippi Pot Roast Made In The Crockpot

German Beef Rouladen

German Beef Rouladen recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Mouthwatering and tender Beef Rouladen (German Rinderrouladen) are filled with bacon, pickles, onions, and mustard.

Get the Recipe: Classic German Beef Rouladen (Rinderrouladen)

Air Fryer Lobster Tails

Air Fryer Lobster Tails recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Indulge in mouthwatering air fryer lobster tails with our simple recipe. Enjoy tender and flavorful lobster effortlessly at home.

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Chicken and Stuffing Casserole

Chicken and Stuffing Casserole recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Chicken and Stuffing Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that feels like a hug on a plate. With its creamy texture, tender chicken, and crunchy stuffing topping, it’s a dish that brings everyone to the table with a smile. Plus, it’s quick enough for weeknights and versatile enough to swap in your favorite vegetables or seasonings.

Get the Recipe: Chicken and Stuffing Casserole

Easy Slow Cooker Swedish Meatballs

Slow CookerSwedish Meatballs recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Slow Cooker Swedish Meatballs are all about making comfort food simple. With just a handful of ingredients and a slow cooker, you can have tender meatballs in a rich, creamy sauce that’s sure to please everyone. Whether you’re serving them over potatoes, noodles, or with a side of veggies, this dish makes family dinners easier and more delicious.

Get the Recipe: Easy Slow Cooker Swedish Meatballs

Slow Cooker Sirloin Tip Roast

Slow Cooker Sirloin Tip Roast recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Looking for a delicious and easy meal? Our Slow-Cooker Sirloin Tip Roast is perfect for an easy, cozy dinner. It is packed with flavors and tender veggies, making it a hit for any crockpot dinner.

Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Sirloin Tip Roast

Roasted Chicken

The Best Holiday Roasted Chicken recipe by xoxoBella.
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This is the best holiday roasted chicken. It’s a simple, no-fuss recipe where garlic, lemon, and rosemary add lovely, subtle flavors.

Get the Recipe: Roasted Chicken

Bacon BBQ Hasselback Chicken

A chicken breast topped with bacon and lettuce on a white plate.
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Easy, flavorful BBQ Hasselback Chicken recipe with juicy chicken, tangy sauce, crispy bacon, and melted cheese.

Get the Recipe: Bacon BBQ Hasselback Chicken

Spatchcock Chicken

Spatchcock Chicken recipe by Tessie's Table.
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This Spatchcock Chicken Recipe with herb butter and roasted veggies for an easy one-pan meal that’s flavorful and ready in under two hours.

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Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops

Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops recipe by Tessie's Table.
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Golden, crispy Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops with a savory breadcrumb coating. An easy, flavorful dinner that’s ready in 30 minutes!

Get the Recipe: Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops

Easy Roasted Rosemary Lemon Chicken

Easy Roasted Rosemary Lemon Chicken recipe by Seasonal Cravings.
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Roasted Rosemary Lemon Chicken is a moist and delicious weeknight dinner the whole family will love. Make two and have leftover chicken for the week.

Get the Recipe: Easy Roasted Rosemary Lemon Chicken

Slow Cooker Cranberry Meatballs

Slow Cooker Cranberry Meatballs recipe Tessie's Table.
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These Slow Cooker Cranberry Meatballs combine tangy cranberry sauce with juicy meatballs, perfect for appetizers or main dishes.

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Smoked Sweet Onion Honey Glazed Ham

Smoked Sweet Onion Honey Glazed Ham recipe by xoxoBella.
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Smoked sweet onion honey glazed ham makes a delicious meal for a special occasion, perhaps for Thanksgiving, Christmas or Easter.

Get the Recipe: Smoked Sweet Onion Honey Glazed Ham

Holiday Beef Wellington

Beef Wellington recipe by xoxoBella.
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What about making holiday Beef Wellington for dinner this year? It’s made with beef tenderloin, the most tender cut of beef, along with flavorful ingredients such as prosciutto parma ham, rosemary, thyme, mushrooms, shallot, and more.

Get the Recipe: Holiday Beef Wellington

Stuffed Salmon

A plate of shrimp stuffed salmon topped with the stuffing and garnished with parsley.
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Shrimp stuffed salmon is easy to prepare for weeknight meals with an elegant look that’s great for special occasions. A flavorful meal that everyone will love.

Get the Recipe: Shrimp Stuffed Salmon

Christmas Eve Lasagna

Christmas Eve Lasagna recipe by Simply Stacie.
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Christmas Lasagna is a Christmas Eve tradition with its layers of noodles, pasta sauce, sausage and cheese. An easy make-ahead meal!

Get the Recipe: Christmas Eve Lasagna

Reverse Sear Prime Rib

Reverse Sear Prime Rib recipe by Two Kooks In The Kitchen.
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This prime rib recipe uses the reverse-sear method to create mouthwatering, medium-rare, tender meat throughout the entire roast. It doesn’t get better than that.

Get the Recipe: Reverse Sear Prime Rib

Creamy Pork Tenderloin

Creamy Pork Tenderloin recipe by Pumpkin 'N Spice.
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This Creamy Pork Tenderloin is tender, flavorful, and ready in less than an hour. Made with savory seasonings and a simple cream sauce!

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Christmas Ham

Christmas Ham recipe by Simply Stacie.
Photo Credit: Simply Stacie.

Christmas Ham is easy to make, tender and incredibly delicious and is topped with a sweet sticky orange glaze.

Get the Recipe: Christmas Ham

Boneless Pork Roast With Gravy

Boneless Pork Roast With Gravy recipe by Two Kooks In The Kitchen.
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The reverse sear method with a boneless pork roast takes a bit longer, but the meat always comes out super moist and tender edge to edge.

Get the Recipe: Boneless Pork Roast With Gravy

Holiday Roast Beef

Holiday Roast Beef recipe by The Dinner Bell.
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Save some money with this holiday roast beef! Eye of round roast is flavorful and tender with this simple, easy-to-follow recipe.

Get the Recipe: Holiday Roast Beef

Cranberry Chicken

Cranberry Chicken recipe by Cinnamon and Sage Co.
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Add some color to tonight’s dinner with this simple, tasty Cranberry Chicken. This tangy, creamy chicken has only a few main ingredients.

Get the Recipe: Cranberry Chicken

Christmas Tortellini Pasta

Christmas Tortellini Pasta recipe by Modern Honey.
Photo Credit: Modern Honey.

Tortellini with Prosciutto and Peas is made with 4-cheese tortellini pasta tossed in a tomato cream sauce with prosciutto, peas, and parmesan cheese. Creamy Tortellini with Prosciutto and Peas is made with cheese tortellini, crispy prosciutto, heavy cream, parmesan cheese, tomatoes, and peas. This Tortellini Ai Formaggio is such a popular tortellini pasta dish.

Get the Recipe: Christmas Tortellini Pasta

Shrimp Oreganata With Garlicky Breadcrumbs

Easy Shrimp Oreganata With Garlicky Breadcrumbs recipe by Home Cooking Collective.
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Elevate your dinner with this easy shrimp oreganata recipe, featuring colossal shrimp, flavorful breadcrumbs, and a touch of white wine.

Get the Recipe: Easy Shrimp Oreganata With Garlicky Breadcrumbs

Creamy Baked Lobster Mac And Cheese

Creamy Baked Lobster Mac And Cheese recipe by Grandbaby Cakes.
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This Lobster Mac and Cheese recipe features a creamy decadent sauce made with four cheeses and tender chunks of lobster baked together with pasta to gooey perfection.

Get the Recipe: Creamy Baked Lobster Mac And Cheese

Cioppino

Cioppino (Seafood Stew) recipe by Chew Out Loud.
Photo Credit: Chew Out Loud.

This easy Cioppino recipe is a classic seafood stew made with a hearty tomato broth and an abundance of seafood!

Get the Recipe: Cioppino Seafood Stew

Roasted Cornish Hens

Roasted Cornish Hens recipe by Plating Pixels.
Photo Credit: Plating Pixels.

Roasted Cornish Hens require almost no prep, are ready in less than an hour, and are guaranteed crisp, tender, and oh so fancy.

Get the Recipe: Roasted Cornish Hens

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