24 Family Dinner Recipes to Warm You Up on Chilly Fall Nights

Cookies and Cups

Fall is all about warming, filling comfort foods that take the edge off a cold day. After months of heat, you can finally start to use the oven again. Creating healthy, hearty dishes the whole family can enjoy is important, and it's easy to get stuck in a recipe rut. But it's not hard to add some new dishes to your weekly rotation! Embrace the fall vibes by using in-season ingredients, warming flavors, and crowd-pleasing recipes that are perfect for any day of the week, whether you're in a rush or can afford to spend a bit more time on food prep. Trust us — your family will be begging you to recreate these delicious, cozy fall dishes!

01

Butternut Squash and Bell Pepper Hummus Wraps

On those warmer fall days, these butternut squash and bell pepper hummus wraps are the perfect transitional family meal.

02

Creamy Sausage Kale Pasta

This easy creamy sausage and kale pasta is the perfect combination of filling and healthy.

03

Garlic and Herb Roasted Cherry Tomato Pizza

Upgrade pizza night with this garlic and herb roasted cherry tomato pizza. Serve with plenty of cheese for picky eaters!

04

Reuben-Stuffed Chicken

This Reuben-stuffed chicken is the ultimate comfort food, and pairs nicely with mashed potatoes and veggies.

05

Skillet Moroccan Chicken

This skillet Moroccan chicken sounds fancy, but at its core, it's a great, simple Fall meal.

06

Spinach Gratin

If you're trying to incorporate more vegetables into your family's diet, this spinach gratin is a great option. It's hard to argue with a crispy cheese topping!

07

Five Cheese Bake

Indulge in the ultimate fall comfort food with this supercheesy five cheese bake.

08

Stuffed Pepper Soup

If you love the taste of stuffed peppers but don't want to fuss with the preparation, try this stuffed pepper soup instead.

09

Sweet Sesame Basil Chicken Noodles

This sweet sesame basil chicken noodle recipe is way better — and healthier — than takeout!

10

Crockpot Chicken Taco Soup

Turn a beloved summertime dish into a new fall favorite with this warming crockpot chicken taco soup.

11

Pork Chops With Creamy Cabbage

Kids will lap up these delicious pork chops with creamy cabbage, and it's sophisticated enough for the adults, too.

12

Sloppy Joes

Ditch the prepared foods and opt instead for these homemade sloppy joes, which will be a hit with even the youngest eaters in your family.

13

Slow Cooker Enchiladas

You'll feel good about feeding your family these slow cooker enchiladas, and your kids will be coming back for seconds!

14

Buffalo Chicken Sweet Potatoes

These deceptively healthy buffalo chicken sweet potatoes are going to be a new favorite in your home.

15

Red Pepper Fettuccine With Shrimp

Update a classic with this red pepper fettuccine with shrimp.

16

Pumpkin Soup With Grilled Cheese Croutons

Most kids can't say no to grilled cheese, so they'll love this healthy pumpkin soup with grilled cheese croutons.

17

Chicken Pot Pie

Feed your family a fall comfort food classic with this easy chicken pot pie.

18

Sheet Pan Chicken, Potatoes, and Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus

There's nothing better than an entire meal that only uses one dish! Try this sheet pan chicken, potatoes, and bacon-wrapped asparagus for a healthy dinner with minimal cleanup.

19

Veggie-Packed Spaghetti and Meat Sauce

If your weekly pasta night is in need of an upgrade, try this veggie-packed spaghetti and meat sauce.

20

Lemon Garlic Chicken Broccoli Bake

This lemon garlic chicken and broccoli bake is full of bright, fresh flavors, but is still warm enough for those chilly Fall days.

21

Creamy Chicken and Rice

The best Fall meals are hearty, healthy, and filling, and this creamy chicken and rice definitely fits the bill.

22

Lentil Soup

This supertasty and superhealthy lentil soup will have your family rushing back for more.

23

Chicken Stroganoff

Put a healthier spin on stroganoff with this chicken stroganoff recipe that your kids will be requesting all season long.

24
POPSUGAR Photography | Erin Cullum

Sheet-Pan Chicken Fajitas

Sheet-pan chicken fajitas are a great way to get the whole family involved in making supper. Whip up the chicken and peppers, and serve with sides for personalization.

25

Be in the Know
Great. Thanks for signing up!
Sign up for astrology, pop culture moments, TikTok trends, relationship advice, and much more.
We'll see you in your inbox
By signing up, I agree to the Terms and Privacy Policy.

Related