Ideas for Main Dish Entrees
The main attraction of any party is the food so pick one of our entrée recipes and impress your guests with your cooking abilities! Find recipes from all types of cuisines and dietary requirements.
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Hot turkey sandwiches aren't just for leftover Thanksgiving foods. Consider grilling up this skinny turkey Reuben for lunch or dinner - either way, it's sure to satisfy a hungry belly without the guilt of empty calories!
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Thinking creatively in the kitchen gets you more than just a delicious meal - it can also cut calories in your entrees. Contributor Courtney Horan shares a smart, low-cal version of pizza we're big fans of - perfect to make for parties of all sorts!
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Lasagna is one of those entrees you can't get enough of thanks to it's great taste and versatility. While you may only have ever considered what you add into the classic recipe, consider changing it up big time with this low-cal version.
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Grilled shrimp are some of the tastiest and easiest entrees to enjoy during the summer. For something that's light on your waistline and also really packed with flavor, try marinating your shrimp in this tea mixture before grilling!
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When my girls come over for dinner there's one dish we're always ready to eat - buffalo chicken! With bikini season around the corner though, we're looking to indulge our taste buds without so many calories. This recipe, inspired by my aunt's killer Buffalo chicken dip, is the answer!
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These vegetarian crab cakes will impress even the biggest meat-lover, we guarantee it. Made with zucchini, they're perfect for a summer entree when paired with the zesty lemon-dill sauce we've mixed up.
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You may not think soup when you think summer entrees, but this delightful Poblano corn chowder recipe keeps the fat to a minimum and refreshes even on the warmest of evenings.
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Expert Rachel Hollis knows cooking for a family can be a lot of work. Why not cut down on your cooking time with these dinner ideas using a store-bought chicken?!
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Spicy chipotle chicken tenders make for an entree that's easy enough to make in large batches for a party crowd, but also simple to downsize for a weeknight meal. The blend of spice with the fresh zest of lime gives this classic kid-friendly meal a grown up twist.
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Chicken Soulvaki is a Greek entree you've probably seen on the menu of your favorite diner. When our Editor was craving it one day and couldn't get to a diner she decided to give the entree a try of her own. Turns out it's pretty easy to throw together, tastes even better when made at home and took all of 30 minutes to make. She makes it on weeknights, but it's also become a popular request at dinner parties. Give it a try!
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Skinny entrees are easy and fast when you combine lots of veggies and a bit of protein into your dish. This weeknight recipe is for one and it's chock full of guilt-free, great tasting flavors. We love this recipe when we're on our own for the evening, but it's also a fantastic idea for brunch with the ladies!
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Cheesy and healthy? You betcha. This entree has it all - great flavor, quick and simple prep, and it's good for you! Cook up this chowder recipe for a weeknight dinner or serve in small bread cups for a sophisticated dinner party bite.
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Weeknight meals that come together quickly and easily, but are also incorporate healthier ingredients are always in high demand. This chicken and broccoli Alfredo recipe is creamy, cheesy and satisfying - something the whole family will enjoy.
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The next time you're hosting a dinner party or you're invited to a potluck, give this cheesy chicken enchilada casserole a try. Not only does this entree pack major flavor, it's also a cinch to pull together ahead of time and made with healthier ingredients.
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Enjoying a mac and cheese dinner needn't leave you feeling guilty. Our contributor, Courtney Horan, who's a personal trainer full-time, shared this lo-cal entree with us and we're loving it as much as she does. Tasty, easy and low-fat, it's a meal we're sure to turn to for weeknight dinners and parties!