Sunday Dinner Is a Tradition: 24 Recipes to Share Around the Table

There is something timeless about Sunday dinner. It is the moment when the week slows down, the table fills with comforting dishes, and stories are passed around as easily as the serving platters. No matter how busy life becomes, gathering for a Sunday meal reminds us that tradition lives in the little things, sharing, savoring, and being together. These 24 recipes are made precisely to bring everyone to the table and create memories as lasting as the flavors themselves.

Pan-Fried Boneless Pork Chops with Pears

These pan-fried boneless pork chops with pears will be ready in under fifteen minutes, proving that a weeknight dinner can be effortless and elegant. As someone who values fresh, balanced meals but also understands the demands of a busy schedule, I turn to this dish whenever I want something satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. Get the Recipe: Pan Fried Boneless Pork Chops with Pears

Pan Seared Steak

A perfectly cooked pan-seared steak is always welcome. Perfectly seared on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside, its rich, meaty flavor is a dream come true for meat lovers. Get the Recipe: Pan Seared Steak

Glazed Pork Tenderloin

This glazed pork tenderloin with peach glaze is a beautiful balance of savory and sweet. It looks like you have cooked for hours, but that is far from the truth. It could not be simpler. Get the Recipe: Glazed Pork Tenderloin

Veal Saltimbocca

I am finally back in my kitchen, and with the summer heat of Phoenix, I lean into comforting, time-honored dishes that bring everyone to the table. Tonight, I am making Saltimbocca alla Romana, a beloved Roman classic that translates to “jumps in your mouth.” True to its name, this dish delivers bold, satisfying flavors in every bite. Get the Recipe: Veal Saltimbocca

Creamy Chicken Piccata

The easiest creamy chicken piccata ever! It is a classic recipe that we all should have in our repertoire. This creamy version takes your traditional lemon chicken piccata to a new level of deliciousness. Get the Recipe: Creamy Chicken Piccata

Ground Chicken Meatballs

Light, flavorful, and brimming with fresh herbs, these ground chicken meatballs are tender and vibrant with a lift of lemon zest. They disappear from the table far too quickly. My favorites are the sweetness of finely chopped onion, the rich flavor of lemon zest, and a medley of mint, parsley, and chives, transforming tender chicken into the best meatballs you will ever have. Get the Recipe: Ground Chicken Meatballs

Mustard Chicken – Creamy & Delicious

Prepare to fall in love with this delicious and easy-to-make mustard chicken. A classic French dish with a rich, flavorful sauce and tender texture, it will please even the most discerning palates. Get the Recipe: Mustard Chicken – Creamy & Delicious

Ossobuco Alla Milanese – Veal Shanks

This fork-tender ossobuco alla Milanese sits on a succulent sauce with a touch of tomato paste and wine. Topped by the perfectly bright green gremolata. Translated into English, “ossobuco” means “bone with a hole.” Those milk-fed shanks, with their delicious bone marrow, which contributes a tremendous amount of flavor, are slowly braised in wine and broth until the meat is so tender that it falls off the bone. Get the Recipe: Ossobuco Alla Milanese – Veal Shanks

Pork Tenderloin with Apples

Pork tenderloin with apples is a traditional French recipe that is savory and easy to prepare. It is the perfect dinner on a busy night or an impromptu dinner with friends. Get the Recipe: Pork Tenderloin with Apples

Prime Rib Roast – Easier Than You Think Recipe

Indulge in this delicious, melt-in-your-mouth tender, seasoned-to-perfection prime rib roast or cote de boeuf. It is an impressive meal that leaves your family and guests craving more. Get the Recipe: Prime Rib Roast – Easier Than You Think Recipe

Chicken Marsala

This classic chicken marsala brings your favorite Italian restaurant dish into your kitchen. It is the perfect weekday dinner or date night with just a few ingredients and easy instructions. Get the Recipe: Chicken Marsala

Broiled Salmon with Spicy Maple Syrup

Enjoy delightful flavors with our Broiled Salmon with Spicy Maple Syrup. This recipe combines the rich taste of salmon with a sweet and spicy maple glaze, creating a perfect balance of savory and sweet. It’s the ideal dish for any occasion. It is quick to prepare and bursts with flavor. Get the Recipe: Broiled Salmon with Spicy Maple Syrup

Cornish Game Hen with Whiskey and Cream Sauce

It is the perfect last-minute get-together dinner meal. Easy to prepare, and half of a hen is the perfect balance between white and dark meat. I always have two in my freezer. Get the Recipe: Cornish Game Hen with Whiskey and Cream Sauce

Pork Chops With Mushrooms Ragout

That savory dish can transport you into the woods. The richness of the taste. The inebriating smells that surround your kitchen when cooking. It’s a classic French dish. Get the Recipe: Pork Chops with Mushrooms Ragout

Yankee Pot Roast – Best Comfort Food

This chuck roast recipe is well worth giving it a try, and you will not be disappointed at all. It is a perfect Sunday night family night dinner. Get the recipe: Yankee Pot Roast

Figs and Seared Duck Breasts

First, let me put your mind at ease: this is easy to prepare. It just takes a few extra steps and a bit more focus. When I say focus, all I mean is using a sharp knife to score the duck breast skin with shallow, crisscross slits. Be careful not to pierce the tender meat beneath the skin. Get the Recipe: Figs and Seared Duck Breasts

Mushroom Chicken – A French Classic

The tender chicken is smothered with perfectly sauteed mushrooms and a delicious, delicate white wine sauce. I love chicken, but only chicken thighs. The meat’s richness is unique — they are also tender and versatile. Get the Recipe: Mushroom Chicken

Chilean Sea Bass with Tomato Relish – Quick & Easy

Simple to assemble with many flavors you do not want to miss. The tomato relish burst with flavors with the capers and the green olives. Get the Recipe: Chilean Sea Bass with Tomato Relish

Duck Breast with Port and Cherry Sauce

Sounds decadent, doesn’t it? The perfect dinner for all occasions. Imagine a cooked-to-perfection duck breast served with a rich and flavorful Port wine sauce with added cherries. The combination of flavors leaves you wanting more. Get the Recipe: Duck Breast with Port and Cherry Sauce

Yellowfin Tuna with Spicy Mango Salsa

Fish lovers, be ready! This yellowfin tuna with spicy mango salsa recipe is for you. Close your eyes and imagine this: yellowfin tuna cooked to perfection with a beautiful crust of mixed peppercorns and fennel seeds – can you smell them? Get the Recipe: Yellowfin Tuna Spicy Mango Salsa

Broiled Beef Tenderloin with Asparagus and Roasted Red Onion Vinaigrette

Broiled beef tenderloin with asparagus and roasted red onion vinaigrette is the perfect all-in-one dinner. Tender beef tenderloin with the most amazing onion vinaigrette. Get the Recipe: Broiled Beef Tenderloin with Asparagus and Roasted Red Onion Vinaigrette

Chicken Parmigiana or Chicken Parmesan

Chicken parmigiana or chicken parmesan recipe. One of those dishes we are never tired of and cannot get enough of, at least at my house. Chicken breasts, butterflied and pounded, are a treat. You can also use chicken thighs too. Either way, it’s skinless and boneless. Get the Recipe: Chicken Parmigiana or Chicken Parmesan

Cilantro Lime Chicken – Thai Flavors

This Cilantro Lime Chicken recipe brings home the essential exotic flavors of Thailand into your kitchen. Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, this is a fantastic dinner you can enjoy all year round. Get the Recipe: Cilantro Lime Chicken

Marinated and Stuffed Filet Mignons with Merlot Habanero Sauce

This marinated stuffed filet mignon with habanero sauce recipe will surprise you with how delicious and easy it is to make. Tender filet mignon is served with an amazingly savory hot sauce, made with merlot and habanero. Get the Recipe: Marinated and Stuffed Filet Mignons with Merlot Habanero Sauce