A Table For 2, Please! These 35 Dinner Recipes Were Made to Serve Duos

Craving takeout but not in the mood to go pick it up? This is the recipe for you! It's lighter and healthier than the traditional lo mein, but it still has all the great flavors. The best part about this recipe is that you can easily tweak how many people you want to feed, so if you're serving two, just note it in the recipe and watch as it updates the ingredinet list.

Get the recipe: slow-cooker lo mein

Take tacos to the next level when you whip up these baked bad boys. Easy, simple, and totally foolproof, this recipe can be made in no time at all. If you're looking to heartily feed two people, we suggest making about four or five tacos so you can both indulge.

Get the recipe: baked chicken tacos

Rich, delicious, and the dinner of your dreams, this vegan mushroom stroganoff tastes as good as it sounds. Made with juicy mushrooms, tangy spices, rich almond milk, and a dash of wine, you'll want to eat this every night of the week. To adjust how many servings you'd like to make, simply type in the amount of people you're trying to feed where it says "yield."

Get the recipe: vegan mushroom stroganoff

There's nothing quite like homemade tortilla soup, is there? This recipe is packed with all the best ingredients like chicken, beans, corn, and more. The best way to make this is by cooking up a big batch and freezing the rest for later.

Get the recipe: creamy chicken tortilla soup

Make teriyaki chicken in the comfort of your own home when you chef up this delicious dinner. The slow cooker does most of the work, meaning all you have to do is sit back, relax, and enjoy a mouthwatering dinner. Type in the amount of servings you want to make where it says "yield" so you don't end up with too many leftovers!

Get the recipe: crockpot teriyaki chicken

Make lasagna easier than ever with the help of this divine recipe. Italian sausage, zesty spices, fresh tomatoes, red wine, and cheese work together to make this one-pot wonder a dinner you won't soon forget. This recipe is easy to tweak, so just type in the amount of people you want to feed, and your work here is done.

Get the recipe: one-pot lasagna

You can't go wrong with salmon on the menu, and this recipe is a dinnertime winner. You just need a handful of ingredients to concoct this easy meal, and before you know it, you'll be ready for more. Tweak the recipe for two people by noting the number two where it says "yield."

Get the recipe: lemon honey baked salmon

Who's hungry? This recipe will make your mouth water, so read with caution. Since the pasta cooks directly in the sauce, these noodles are rich and perfectly flavored. Mixed with skim milk, butter, garlic, parmesan, and Italian seasonings, you'll be enjoying this meal in no time. To make the right amount of food for two people, you can easily adjust the recipe where it says "yield."

Get the recipe: one-pot fettuccine alfredo pasta

Take your dinner to a place it has never been before with this Thai chicken curry recipe. Made with coconut milk, peanut butter, red curry paste, and more, you'll enjoy an array of flavors like never before. Pair it with white rice for best results.

Get the recipe: crockpot Thai chicken curry

This spaghetti squash recipe is unlike any other, and that's due to the creamy goat cheese-based cream sauce that it's made with. With the rich flavors of pesto and a dash of garlic, this hearty spaghetti squash will fill you up. Feel free to add mushrooms, basil, or even a hint of rosemary if you want to shake things up. Cut this recipe in half, and you'll have enough for two, plus some leftovers.

Get the recipe: creamed spaghetti squash with browned butter walnuts

Make green bean casserole the star of the show when you add roasted butternut squash and sliced almonds to the recipe. Not only is it creamy while still being crunchy, but it also has rich flavors that are hard to pass up. This recipe serves eight, so our advice is to cut the ingredients in half and make enough for four people — so you two can have something to nosh on for dinner again the night after.

Get the recipe: butternut squash green bean casserole

Asiago, sharp cheddar, Monterey Jack, and gouda work together to make this cheesy recipe one to remember. And the best part is the noodles cook directly in the sauce, which means one less step for you. What could be better? This recipe serves 12, so we suggest cutting the recipe in half and saving the leftovers for an easy-to-heat-up lunch.

Get the recipe: crock pot mac and cheese

This herb-roasted turkey breast is only 190 calories a serving and takes just a few minutes to prepare for roasting. You can serve it with a small side salad or pair it with hearty mashed potatoes. The choice is yours!

Get the recipe: herb-roasted turkey breast

Step up your dinner when you cook up this drool-worthy rigatoni. Now this recipe is fit to feed eight people, and if you like pasta, we suggest making the full recipe even if it's just two of you because it's that good. With Italian chicken sausage, plenty of cheese, and a zesty pesto sauce, you'll want to nosh on this for days to come.

Get the recipe: one-pot spicy pesto cheese baked rigatoni

The best of fall produce is mixed together in this tasty salad. It's pretty hearty, so you can enjoy it on its own or with a lean protein. The recipe makes six servings, so cut everything in thirds to make enough for just two.

Get the recipe: fall harvest roasted butternut squash and pomegranate salad

If you want to have a lighter dinner, then this salad is calling your name. With a balsamic fig vinaigrette, mixed greens, juicy pomegranates, maple roasted walnuts, and crumbled goat cheese, it tastes as good as it sounds.

Get the recipe: winter pomegranate salad with maple candied walnuts

For a one-and-done dinner, serve up this mouthwatering chicken. It's essentially the roasted chicken version of French onion soup, and damn, is it good. Complete with caramelized onions, baby potatoes, and Gruyère cheese-stuffed chicken breasts, this recipe will make dinner a hit.

Get the recipe: skillet-roasted french onion chicken and potatoes

Indulge in the creamiest, cheesiest, and richest casserole of your life when you dive into this divine dish. With a crispy Ritz cracker topping and a creamy potato filling, you won't be able to get enough. This recipe feeds eight, but feel free to cut it in half so you have enough for two and then a little extra for leftovers. Trust us, you'll want more than one serving.

Get the recipe: cheesy potato casserole with buttery Ritz crackers

You can't go wrong with beef tenderloin, and this recipe is as good as it gets. With a creamy white wine sauce, every bite brings out rich and mouthwatering flavors. Since this recipe was made to feed eight, we suggest either getting a smaller tenderloin (around two to three pounds) or saving some meat to make some really good leftover sandwiches with.

Get the recipe: roasted beef tenderloin with mushrooms and white wine cream sauce

Complete with a homemade cheese sauce and a buttery cracker topping, what could be better than this hearty broccoli casserole? Every bite offers bold broccoli flavor that pairs effortlessly with the rich cheddar and cream cheese sauce. The best part about this recipe is that you can customize how many people you want to feed, and the ingredient list automatically adjusts to the number you picked.

Get the recipe: broccoli casserole

If you had a heavy lunch, balance it out with this light salad. You'll get juicy grapes, tangy arugula, and a black pepper vinaigrette with every forkful.

Get the recipe: arugula salad with grapes, farro, and black pepper vinaigrette

Dinner is the time to make something that's equally impressive and tasty, and these red wine ribs are just that. They're slow-cooked short ribs that are served with fresh herbs, sweet cranberries, and an intoxicating red wine sauce that will leave you wanting more. Just add a side of mashed potatoes, and Christmas will be complete. This recipe was made for six, so just cut it in half to make enough for two.

Get the recipe: red wine cranberry braised short ribs

If you like mushrooms, you'll love this recipe. It's a healthier take on the classic artichoke dip due to the greek yogurt, so you can enjoy it without getting too full. Topped with warm mozzarella and baked to perfection, these are too good to pass up. We suggest making four total for you and a partner. You can adjust the recipe to your needs, so if you want to feed two people, just type that in where it says "yield."

Get the recipe: spinach artichoke stuffed mushrooms

Creamy, hearty, and comforting are just a few ways to describe this Southern casserole. It's topped with crispy cornbread crumbs, so you'll be scraping the bottom of your bowl for more. Adjust the amount of servings you want to make at the top of the recipe before you start cooking so you don't make too much.

Get the recipe: cheesy Southern squash casserole

There's nothing better than warm chili on a cold day, especially when it's pumpkin-flavored chili! With ground turkey, chicken maple sausage, veggies, beans, and pumpkin puree, this hot dip will go fast. This recipe yields 10 servings, so you can freeze some and save it for later.

Get the recipe: pumpkin chili

Cauliflower is a great low-carb substitute for potatoes, so this cheesy cauliflower au gratin is a must. The recipe serves six, so cut all of the ingredient measurements in half to make a more manageable amount for two.

Get the recipe: cheesy cauliflower au gratin

If a more traditional take on green bean casserole is what you're looking for, then this is the recipe for you. The recipe uses all fresh ingredients and no cream of anything soup. The original recipe serves 10, so cut this in half and save some for leftovers the next day.

Get the recipe: healthy green bean casserole

Want to know what we love about this soup? It can be made vegetarian by omitting the bacon and using vegetable broth in place of the chicken broth. This makes six servings but can be frozen after making for a meal another time. If you don't want to freeze the leftovers, cut the recipe in thirds to make enough for two.

Get the recipe: pumpkin soup with bacon

This gluten-free vegetarian dish is a versatile meal for any table, especially if there are just two of you. The tasty recipe combines cauliflower, goat cheese, and pomegranates, giving you a flavor combo like no other. The original recipe makes four servings, so cut it in half for two people.

Get the recipe: roasted cauliflower with goat cheese

Dinner is served! If you have a hash brown casserole that's as creamy, cheesy, and crunchy as this recipe, you'll dream about it every night of the week. We suggest adding extra Corn Flakes to really give it a kick. Since this recipe serves 12 people, we suggest dividing the ingredients by four so you can feed two people, plus have a little extra since it's just that good.

Get the recipe: hash brown casserole

Cooked in a cranberry pepper jelly sauce, these flavorful meatballs are a perfect harmony of all the best flavors. To customize how many meatballs you want to make, simply hover your mouse over the number of servings section, and you're good to go. Serve these with a side salad or hearty veggie to make them a full meal.

Get the recipe: sweet and spicy cranberry cocktail meatballs

The skins of these taters are filled with sage pesto, bacon, and arugula making for a tasty dinner dish. The original recipe makes eight potato skins, so cut the recipe in half or fourths depending on how many potato skins you want to eat.

Get the recipe: sweet potato skins with sage pesto and bacon

This apple-stuffed acorn squash is a major dinner time win because it can be made partially in the microwave, and the sausage in the recipe can be omitted to make the dish vegetarian. The original recipe makes eight servings, so cut everything down by four to make two servings, or by half if you want leftovers for the next day.

Get the recipe: apple-stuffed acorn squash

These finger-licking pops are juicy and divine. Let's just say that the mint-pistachio pesto that's on top of the lamb pairs wonderfully with buttery white wine. Yum, yum, yum. These go hand-in-hand with a salad and a veggie, so feel free to get creative with your sides.

Get the recipe: lamb lollipops

This simple dish requires only five ingredients and is vegetarian. While the original recipe serves six, you can cut the recipe in thirds to serve two.

Get the recipe: roasted carrots with curried yogurt