After an entire day of rejoicing and festivities with loved ones, what we are really looking forward to on Easter Sunday is the grand dinner. Surrounded by loved ones, you might have spent a good amount of the day in the kitchen whipping up easter dinner recipes, ham, side dishes, salads and even sweet desserts.
So of course, we had to come up with some of the best recipes for your appetizers and main course.
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We have found dishes featuring everything from ham, beef, chicken and rib roast. But at the same time, we also found healthy variations and a number of vegan options so that all bases are well covered.
If the thought of all these delicious and amazing recipes makes you feel excited, scroll through this extensive list to find the perfect ones for you. Who knows, what you find might surprise you.
1. Broccoli Rice Casserole
Image and recipe by thecookierookie
This cheesy, creamy and delicious casserole is the perfect side dish for your Easter dinner. Baked with plenty of broccoli, rice and fragrant herbs, the easy Easter dinner recipe is bound to be a popular dish at the table. For a crowd pleasing dish, try this recipe for the Easter weekend.
2. Spicy Chicken Meatballs
Image and recipe by realhousemoms
If you’re looking for the perfect appetizer for your Easter dinner course, look no further. These spicy meatballs are covered with a rich honey glaze for the perfect combination of sweet and chili. With how versatile meatballs are, you can be sure that this healthy Easter dinner recipe is bound to be a hit with everyone.
3. Herb Crusted Pork Loin
Image and recipe by sixsistersstuff
Super easy to make, this Easter recipe idea for dinner is a tender and juicy addition to your menu. You can easily make this one in your crock pot, which takes the pressure off cooking. If you want to wow your guests with some wonderful herb crusted pork loin, this might be the best Easter dinner recipe you will find.
4. Crispy Hasselback Potatoes
Image and recipe by dishybydish
Crispy skins with an incredible soft interior is the dream way of cooking potatoes. And this vegan Easter dinner recipe does just that. They are flavored with plenty of parsley and garlic, making them the perfect candidate for your dinner table. For a show stealing appetizer this year – vegan and gluten free – you must try this one.
5. Garlic Butter Shrimp
Image and recipe by downshiftology
For a really quick and easy Easter dinner recipe, you must try this dish. Made in just 10 minutes, you will have plenty of time to focus on the other heavy lifters of the day. Plus you cannot go wrong with garlic butter prawns at your dinner table now can you? The parsley and lemon aroma will be sure to remind you of it.
6. Parmesan Rosemary Dinner Rolls
Image and recipe by yellowblissroad
You cannot forget an iconic bread roll recipe when it comes to Easter dinner now can you. It just wouldn’t be the same. And these delicious parmesan rosemary rolls are here to remind you just that. This easy Easter dinner recipe will be a crowd favorite with your guests. And with how little time they take to make, you can focus on everything else that’s got to be done for dinner.
7. Pappardelle alla Lepre
Kick off your Easter dinner celebrations with a decadent and authentically Italian fare. If you’ve been wanting to experiment with a new type of meat for a while, this is the best Easter dinner recipe to start with. It is easy and healthy as well as extremely flavorful. Plus you really cannot go wrong with a good pasta dish done right.
8. Creamy Vegetable Casserole
Image and recipe by thegunnysack
Looking for the perfect vegetarian Easter recipe to serve this year? Look no further than this creamy vegetable casserole. Full of healthy yet yummy veggies and topped with decadent cheese, you’ll be hard pressed to find a more comforting dinner recipe. If you wanted a break from the usual rice casseroles, you couldn’t find a better alternative.
9. Herb Roasted Tri Color Carrots
Image and recipe by averiecooks
Caramelized and crispy on the outside, with a tender and juicy center – sounds about right for this beautify herb roasted appetizer. The smell of parsley, thyme and rosemary just elevate this vegan Easter dinner recipe. All you need to make this is 5 ingredients. You can have them at any holiday because of how versatile they are, but they’re especially great for Easter.
10. Prime Rib Roast
Image and recipe by thecookierookie
This is a fantastic main dish for you Easter dinner table. Although it may take a little while to cook, you only need a handful of ingredients to get started. The meat is tender and flavorful from all the spices, so you know you’re getting the best. Simple yet delicious, this is the best Easter dinner recipe for when you have a lot of guests to feed.
11. Stuffed Seitan Roasts with Mushroom Gravy
Image and recipe by onegreenplanet
A vegan homemade roast might just be what you need to give your Easter celebrations the twist it deserves. It’s easy, it’s super tasty and it gets done in no time. Once you finish preparing the ingredients, all you have to do is put it in the oven and let the magic work. Combined with this is a very flavorful mushroom gravy, it’s the kind of dish you didn’t know you needed. For a vegan Easter dinner recipe, it cannot get more simple than this.
12. Pea and Asparagus Soup
Image and recipe by delishknowledge
Did someone say peas and asparagus soup? This classic combination is just what you need on a clear spring night to get your Easter dinner started. With it’s pale green color and perfectly balanced flavors, this soup is as hearty as it is delicious. Served with a simple crusty bread, this healthy Easter dinner recipe is the kind of dish no one will stop talking about.
13. Citrus Glazed Ham
Image and recipe by sixsistersstuff
Most Easter dinner celebrations would not be complete without a hearty ham at the center of the table. And if what you’re looking for is the perfect recipe to prepare your Easter ham, look no further. The sweet and sour notes of this glazed ham are in perfect harmony and make this the best Easter dinner recipe for ham.
14. Vegetable Lasagna
A really lovely and fresh take on the classic Lasagna, this Ligurian take is made with egg pasta and creamy bechamel sauce. If you love fresh summer vegetables in your pasta, you’re going to love this easy Easter dinner recipe. It can easily be served to a small gathering, who will love the flavors and creamy filling in the pasta.
15. Slow Cooker Rotisserie Chicken
Image and recipe by downshiftology
If you’re tired of the regular meat dishes you always serve at Easter, change it up with this decadent whole chicken recipe. Juicy and tender on the inside, the chicken has a delicious crispy skin with a fragrant herb flavor. It’s really easy to make, thanks to the slow cooker that cooks it to perfection.
16. Carrot and Apple Latkes
Image and recipe by theveglife
Sweet and savory together are the best combination, especially for Easter. If you are in the mood for something different for this year’s appetizers, you must try these carrot and apple latkes. This easy vegan Easter dinner recipe is sure to hook some of your guests. With lemon, garlic and sweet apples, the flavors are sure to be an explosion of taste.
17. Spicy Sriracha Ham
Image and recipe by thefoodcharlatan
All you need are 3 ingredients to get started with this super easy Easter dinner recipe. With a classic meat like ham, you don’t need to do too much. Throw together your ham, brown sugar and sriracha into a slow cooker and let them simmer to cook to perfection. And in the meantime, you can focus your energies on other dishes that may need your attention.
18. Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin
Image and recipe by findingzest
It’s officially springtime. And what better way to welcome the joyful season than with this delicious bacon wrapped pork tenderloin dish. If you want something that is low fuss – something other than ham – then you will love making this your new best Easter dinner recipe. The sweet and salty flavors of this dish are bound to leave an impression on everyone.
19. Braised Cauliflower with Chickpea and Kale
Image and recipe by onegreenplanet
A whole braised cauliflower is the kind of dish that you will like to serve especially on Easter. With a delicious topping of chickpeas and kale in a rich tomato sauce, this vegan Easter recipe is wholesome and comforting. Light on seasoning, this dish is just the right kind of cheesy and extremely satisfying. And if that wasn’t enough to convince you, let me mention that it’s a one pot dish – just the right kind of thing to make Easter preparations easier.
20. Herb Crusted Beef Tenderloin
Image and recipe by thespeckeledpalate
Tender and juicy, this dish is a wonderful centerpiece to your Easter dinner table. Slathered in a mixture of fragrant herbs, olive oil, lemon juice and a lot of spices and chillies, it is quite aptly an explosion of well balanced flavors. For a special cut of meat, this might just be the best Easter dinner recipe if you’re planning an all out celebration. To try your hand at this magnificent recipe, do look at the instructions on how to do it correctly.
21. Brussel Sprouts Mac and Cheese
Image and recipe by ambitiouskitchen
A wonderful one pot recipe for an easy Easter dinner recipe. This one is creamy, cheesy and very tasty. If you love brussel sprouts and are trying to get everyone to share that love with you, this recipe is the right place to start. Let’s be honest, Mac and Cheese makes everything better and this dish is proof of that.
22. Springtime Veggie Pasta Primavera
Image and recipe by wholeandheavenlyoven
Springtime vegetables and tender pasta mixed with fresh grated parmesan make this the ultimate Easter side dish. It is healthy, it is green and it has all the fresh flavors. All you need is 15 minutes of prep time and this healthy Easter dinner recipe is ready to be served. Talk about time saving, am I right?
23. Tender Brisket
Image and recipe by thecookierookie
If you want to serve the most tender brisket at this year’s Easter dinner, you have to try cooking it in a slow cooker. With just a handful of ingredients, this easy Easter dinner recipe is delicious and moist – the perfect main dish if you ask me. Since it’s made in a slow cooker, you can opt to make it ahead of time and focus on other side dishes instead. Sounds like a win win situation if you ask me.
24. Macadamia Crusted Halibut
Image and recipe by peanutblossom
The easiest and best Easter dinner recipe – this one is crunchy on the outside and super soft and delicious on the inside. This oven baked halibut is pre prepped – so it gets done in no time. Serve it with a decadent lemon butter cream for an indulgent dish that no one will be able to believe is completely homemade.
25. Slow Cooker Pot Roast
Image and recipe by thegunnysack
We all love a good pot roast. Even better if it’s low effort and made in a crock pot. The soft and tender meat is juicy and ready to fall apart in your hands. Another advantage is how you also get a side dish ready at the same time, in the form of the roast carrots and potatoes. If you want warm comfort at the end of your day, this easy Easter dinner recipe is the one you should go for.
26. Creamy Garlic Mushrooms
Image and recipe by cakescottage
One of the easiest side dishes you will make for Easter dinner this year, this one is creamy, garlicky and a whole lot of yummy. The rich taste of butter and earthy flavor of mushrooms make a really good combination. If you want the perfect side dish to go with your meaty main, this Easter recipe idea dinner must feature on your menu.
27. Parmesan Ranch Potatoes
Image and recipe by sixsistersstuff
Prepped in a matter of minutes and then allowed to simmer and cook all day, these ranch potatoes are a whole new level of tasty. The ranch flavor adds a really lovely contrast to the rich parmesan which makes this easy Easter dinner recipe really come together.
28. Cacio e Pepe Pie
Image and recipe by epicurious
Cheesy, novel and heartily spicy are a few words that can be used to describe this spaghetti pie. Made with plenty of black pepper corns, this pie is baked to perfection with loads of cheese. For a creamy center, there is also some really rich ricotta and olive oil. Just what a delicious and easy Easter dinner recipe should be.
29. Pineapple Glazed Ham
Image and recipe by countryliving
For a traditional but hassle free Easter dinner, you might want to take a look at this one. Made with just 5 ingredients, this ham is tender, elegant and just the flavors you want. Spiced with cloves and dijon mustard, it balances the sweetness of the pineapple glaze perfectly. This one really is an easy Easter dinner recipe.
30. Vegan Crab Cakes with Horseradish Tartar Sauce
Image and recipe by hotforfoodblog
No they don’t have actual crab meat in them, but you’d never know the difference. They’re crispy, light and completely tasty – just what you’d like for a vegan Easter dinner recipe. Made with artichokes, they go perfectly with the spicy tartar sauce. Watch everyone fall in love with this version of crab cakes. You wouldn’t want to have it any other way.
31. Caprese Stuffed Garlic Butter Portobellos
Image and recipe by cafedelites
Stuffed with fresh mozzarella and cherry tomatoes, these portobellos are drenched in garlic butter and a rich balsamic glaze. Just perfect for an easy Easter dinner recipe I’d say. They’re surprisingly filling even as a side dish, and the flavor of caprese is just the touch of spice you need to complete this dish.
32. Slow Cooker Ritz Chicken
Image and recipe by sixsistersstuff
If you’re having a bit of a time crunch with all the dishes you have to make on Easter, make dinner a little easy. With just a handful of ingredients to throw together into your crock pot, this is the best Easter dinner recipe for a delicious chicken dinner. It can be served on it’s own or with rice, baked potatoes and noodles. So if this easy dish is something you want to try, head on to the recipe instructions right now.
33. Chickpea Pot Pie with Sweet Potato Crust
Image and recipe by ambitiouskitchen
Here we have a crispy sweet potato crust encasing a delicious hot and sweet yellow curry flavors. It’s paleo and gluten free, which means, no more diet cheats just because it’s Easter. This easy vegan Easter dinner recipe is made in a pan and without a biscuit crust, but the unique twist makes a really intriguing dish.
34. Chickpea Cutlets in Mushroom Gravy
Image and recipe by onegreenplanet
Some vegan recipes sound amazing right from the get go. And I’m pretty sure that this is one of those. The lightly spiced and creamy mushroom gravy is just the accompaniment you need for these crispy chickpea cutlets. With the perfect flavor and texture to win over everyone, this vegan Easter dinner recipe is a must have on your menu.
35. Escarole with Italian Sausage and White Beans
Image and recipe by epicurious
This is the healthy yet absolutely tasty dish that you have been waiting for. Made with prosciutto, sausages and white beans is just what you need for an easy Easter dinner recipe. Not only are one pot dinner recipes much easier to make, this one is lip smacking yet healthy. All the more reason to try it out right?
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