28 Great New Year's Eve Dinner Ideas

New Year’s Eve is the perfect occasion to make a special meal, something to enjoy while saying goodbye to the old year and welcoming in the new one. That’s why you might like to take a look at these New Year’s Eve dinners and see which one you want to make to celebrate with your family. The champagne will be flowing, the tunes playing, and maybe you’ll even have a few silly party games everyone can enjoy! These tasty dinner ideas include smoked lobster tails, holiday roasted chicken, smoked prime rib, and more!

The Best Holiday Roasted Chicken

Thanksgiving main dish featuring succulent roasted chicken seasoned with fragrant rosemary and zesty lemons, elegantly presented on a plate. — The Best Holiday Roasted Chicken. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

The key to the best holiday roasted chicken might lie in the simplicity of the recipe. Also ideal for a regular weeknight dinner when you want something a little fancier, this no-fuss, one pot whole chicken is a real winner. Garlic, lemon and rosemary add subtle, delicious flavours, and you will find just about any festive side dishes go perfectly alongside this juicy chicken. Add this Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Year roast chicken to your holiday menu!
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Holiday Beef Wellington

Beef wellington on a wooden board with rosemary sprigs. — Holiday Beef Wellington. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

What about making holiday beef wellington for Christmas or New Year dinner this year? It’s made with beef tenderloin, the most tender cut of beef, along with flavourful ingredients such as prosciutto parma ham, rosemary, thyme, mushrooms, shallot, and more. This Thanksgiving or Christmas beef wellington recipe is straightforward to make and it’s a wonderfully decadent meal for the holidays.
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Sheet Pan Crab Legs

Crab legs on a baking sheet with lemon slices, perfect for a seafood Thanksgiving feast. — Sheet Pan Crab Legs. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Flavored with Old Bay, butter, garlic, and lemon, these juicy crab legs are sure to put a smile on everyone’s face. Crab has a distinctive taste and these snow crab legs are always a nice treat.
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Smoked Rack Of Lamb With Herb Paste

Smoked lamb on a tray. — Smoked Rack of Lamb. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Smoked rack of lamb or smoked lamb chops just can’t fail to impress. Everyone will love this Frenched rack with herb paste and there are plenty of tasty side dishes which would go perfectly alongside.
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Instant Pot Pork Loin Roast with Vegetables

Pork tenderloin on a plate with potatoes and carrots. This is one of the best Instant Pot recipes. — Pork Loin Roast with Vegetables. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This Instant Pot pork loin roast is an especially great recipe because you can make it in a fraction of the time you’d spend using a slow cooker or Dutch oven. Pork roast with vegetables makes a very easy dinner for busy weeknights.
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Cranberry Cream Cheese Stuffed Flank Steak

An appetizing Thanksgiving main dish featuring a flavorful roast accompanied by the delightful combination of cranberries and fresh herbs, all beautifully presented on a plate. — Cranberry Cream Cheese Stuffed Flank Steak. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

How does cranberry cream cheese stuffed flank steak sound as a Thanksgiving dinner dish? Doesn’t the sound of this recipe make your mouth begin to water? It’s such a great recipe for stuffed flank steak and works well as a New Year, Thanksgiving or Christmas steak recipe when you want something both fancy and tasty. It is so easy to Stuff and roll a butterflied flank steak, so don’t be intimidated.
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Smoked Sweet Onion Honey Glazed Ham

A ham is sitting on a wooden cutting board. — Smoked Sweet Onion Honey Glazed Ham. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Smoked sweet onion honey glazed ham makes a delicious meal for a special occasion. New Year, Thanksgiving, Christmas or Easter would be the perfect time for smoking a ham on a pellet smoker or Traeger grill. This honey ham recipe is juicy and flavourful.
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Pan Roasted Beef Tenderloin Medallions With Tomato Relish

Beef tenderloin with tomato sauce served on a white plate, perfect for a romantic date night. — Pan Roasted Beef Tenderloin Medallions. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

If you’re craving a quick beef recipe for dinner, you might like to make pan roasted beef tenderloin medallions. Featuring the delicious flavours of cayenne, garlic, chilies, horseradish and more, these seared beef medallions with tomato relish sauce are sure to tantalize your taste buds with this 30 minute meal. It’s a great recipe for a busy weeknight supper since it’s pretty easy to throw together in a cast iron skillet.
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Smoked Tomahawk Steaks

Overhead view of two tomahawk steaks on a cutting board. — Smoked Tomahawk Steaks. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Any beef lover is going to love smoked tomahawk steaks. Rich, meaty and delicious, this reverse seared cowboy steak recipe is perfect for any kind of special occasion. All you need to make this smoked beef recipe is a bone-in ribeye steak (also known as a tomahawk), some seasonings and your Traeger grill or pellet smoker.
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Easy Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin

A bowl of pulled pork with rosemary sprigs and a fork, perfect for an Instant Pot Thanksgiving. — Easy Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin is a great choice for a New Year’s Eve dinner. Using the Instant Pot can make the cooking process quick and efficient, allowing you to spend more time celebrating and less time in the kitchen. Pair this dish with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad. It’s a delicious and hassle-free option for a special New Year’s Eve dinner!
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Herbed Skirt Steak

Grilled steak on a wooden cutting board. — Herbed Skirt Steak. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

Herbed skirt steak can make for a delicious and festive New Year’s Eve dinner. This herbed skirt steak pairs well with a variety of side dishes, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad. It’s a flavorful and elegant option for a special New Year’s Eve dinner.
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Shrimp, Kale And Quinoa Bake

A Feast casserole dish with shrimp, tomatoes and kale. — Shrimp, Kale And Quinoa Bake. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

This Shrimp, Kale and Quinoa Bake is a cheesy, flavorful casserole that will make any weeknight more exciting. It’s packed with tomatoes, kale, shrimp, and feta cheese.
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Skillet Cranberry Leek Chicken

Chicken with cranberry sauce in a skillet. — Skillet Cranberry Leek Chicken. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

This Skillet Cranberry Leek Chicken is a fun and festive holiday dinner. The tart and sweet sauce makes the perfect pairing with simply sauteed chicken breasts.
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Perfectly Tender And Juicy Air Fryer Ribeye Steak

This simple and delectable air fryer ribeye steak goes from the air fryer to the table in under 15 minutes. Pair it with a crisp salad or a side vegetable of your choice.
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Loaded Mac And Cheese Recipe

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with this Loaded Mac and Cheese, where creamy goodness meets crispy bacon, fresh green onions, and a blend of flavorful cheeses, all baked to golden perfection. It’s a versatile dish perfect for family dinners or gatherings, promising smiles and satisfied taste buds.
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Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie

A cheap Thanksgiving potluck dish - a pie with carrots and sage on a plate. — Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie. Photo credit: Healy Eats Real.

This sweet potato shepherd’s pie is a delicious twist on the classic dish. It combines savory flavor-packed meat and veggie filling with the slightly sweet and creamy texture of whipped sweet potato. It’s a hearty, comforting, yet affordable meal that the whole family will love. Plus, you can make easy substitutions to customize it to your needs and freeze it for meal prep, too!
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Herb Roasted Chicken and Veggies

Sheet Pan Recipes: Chicken and vegetables in a baking dish. — Herb Roasted Chicken and Vegetables. Photo credit: Healy Eats Real.

This herb-roasted chicken and veggies sheet pan dinner is a wholesome, delicious, and satisfying meal that’s easy to make. The recipe results in succulent chicken with crispy, flavorful skin along with tender herb-infused vegetables.
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Juicy Chicken Tandoori

Chicken tikka masala skewers on a white plate with lemon wedges, perfect for a winter dinner. — Chicken Tandoori. Photo credit: Healy Eats Real.

Chicken Tandoori is a flavorful and festive dish that can make a great addition to your New Year’s Eve dinner. It’s a popular Indian dish known for its marinated and grilled or roasted chicken with a unique blend of spices.
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Chili Spiced Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks

A plate of grilled chicken legs on a wooden table, perfect for winter recipes. — Easy Chili Spiced Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks. Photo credit: Healy Eats Real.

Air-fried chili-spiced chicken drumsticks can be a delicious and flavorful choice for a New Year’s Eve dinner. Using an air fryer not only makes the cooking process quicker but also results in crispy and juicy drumsticks without the need for excessive oil.
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Smoked Lobster Tails With Lemon-Garlic Butter

Make your next special occasion even more memorable and put these smoked lobster tails with a decadent lemon-garlic butter on the dinner menu. You’ll love how sweet, buttery lobster gets an extra touch of flavor with the perfect kiss of smoky notes. Plus, this gourmet dinner only requires 20 minutes of hands-on preparation time — it’s elegance meets convenience.
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Seafood Paella Recipe

This seafood paella recipe is so easy to make, you’ll be enjoying tender and delicious paella all year round. Perfect for gatherings, or weeknight dinners.
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Smoked Prime Rib (Standing Rib Roast)

For the ultimate special occasion meal, it doesn’t get better than this impressive smoked prime rib roast! This beautiful piece of beef is smothered in spiced garlic butter and then smoked until it transforms into the most succulent, melt-in-your-mouth tender meat. You can smoke it on an electric pellet grill, charcoal grill or gas grill — your choice. No matter how you smoke this flavorful prime rib, you have a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that you’ll want to serve every chance you get.
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Braised Pork Hock

Braised pork hock can be a rich and flavorful choice for a New Year’s Eve dinner. This dish is hearty and comforting, perfect for a festive occasion. This braised pork hock dish is not only delicious but also has a comforting and homey feel, making it suitable for a special New Year’s Eve dinner. Enjoy your celebration!
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Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu

This air fryer chicken cordon bleu is a mess-free, weeknight friendly version of a classic chicken dinner. Juicy, breaded chicken breasts stuffed with smokey ham and melty Swiss cheese, all ready in the air fryer in under 30 minutes! Served with creamy mashed potatoes, or crispy brussel sprouts, dinner is set!
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Air Fryer Turkey Tenderloin

Air fryer turkey tenderloin can be a delicious and relatively quick option for a New Year’s Eve dinner. The air fryer helps achieve a crispy exterior while keeping the turkey tender and juicy.
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Braised Short Ribs

These tender, fall-off-the-bone short ribs are braised in a rich and hearty sauce. While this dish is incredibly elegant and flavorful, it’s also easy to put together and uses simple ingredients.
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Baked Lamb Chops

Baked lamb chops can make for a delicious and elegant New Year’s Eve dinner. Lamb chops are flavorful and can be prepared with various seasonings to suit your taste
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Rack Of Venison With Blueberry Thyme Sauce

There’s something stunning about a bone-in cut of meat and this rack of venison is no exception. This beautiful cut of meat is elevated with a smooth and luxurious blueberry thyme sauce, showcasing one of the most prized venison cuts. The succulent and perfectly cooked venison, complemented by the sweet and savory notes of the sauce, creates a sophisticated dish that’s perfect for special occasions.
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