Fall means back to school, comfy sweaters, and comfort food. Here are my favorite fall dinner ideas for the family. Your family will love these quick, easy, and healthy recipes that you will have on rotation all season long.

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Crispy Air-Fryer Chicken Thighs with Avocado Sauce
Super crispy and flavourful Air Fryer Chicken Thighs recipe with Avocado Sauce.
It is truly one of the best chicken dishes ever. Only less than 30 minutes and you have an amazing healthy and easy dinner.
The healthy recipe is so moist and amazing but can still be crispy.
The cilantro avocado sauce is to die for.
Super Easy Air Fryer Steak Bites with Cowboy Butter
Air Fryer Steak Bites with Cowboy Butter is a dish you need in your life.
This recipe is perfect for those who love juicy, tender steak bites topped with delicious Cowboy Butter sauce. Drool-worthy!
Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs in Air Fryer
These insanely delicious Sweet Chili chicken thighs in an air fryer bring a tasty combo of sticky, sweet, and spicy flavors.
These air fryer chicken thighs are an easy meal to whip up any night. Air fry or bake in the oven - up to you.
Crispy Air Fryer Pork Belly Bites only 4 ingredients!
Whether you're hosting a game night, a family gathering, or simply craving a savory snack, these crispy air fryer pork belly bites will have everyone craving for more. The best part, you only need 4 ingredients and 20 minutes!
Chicken Scallion Noodles (better than takeout)
You will love this Chicken Scallion Noodles recipe if you're always craving noodles like me. The combination of earthy, fragrant aromatics and savory noodles will make you keep coming back for more.
Smashed Sweet Potato (5 ingredients)
Only 5 ingredients - Smashed Sweet Potatoes! Picture this: velvety smooth, salty, buttery sweet potatoes smashed to perfection with a sprinkle of cinnamon and a touch of brown sugar for that extra kick of sweetness. Yum!
Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl
Enjoy a simple, yummy Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe! It's easy - just pan-fry the chicken, add the sauce ingredients and steamed white rice and you're done. Great for a fast, tasty meal.
Air Fryer Eggplant Recipe
This air fryer eggplant recipe is one of the best eggplant recipes I have ever made. This is a completely plant-based meal for all my vegan friends. Have it with a nice bowl of steamed white rice, and you have a delicious meal ready in 20 minutes.
Prawns Stir Fry - Easy 8 minute recipe
It doesn't get easier than this Prawn Stir Fry dish. The beautiful sauce is so easy and it goes with any veggies you have in the fridge. All you need is some rice or lettuce to make lettuce wraps or noodles and your stir fry shrimp and veggies dish is good to go!
The Best Air Fryer Ribeye Steak Recipe with Garlic Butter
If you're a meat lover, this juicy air fryer ribeye steak recipe is for you. The combination of the tender, juicy air fryer ribeye cooked to perfection in the air fryer with the flavorful and savory roasted garlic compound butter is a match made in heaven.
Crispy Rice Paper Dumplings
These uniquely delicious and crispy rice paper dumplings are so much more than your traditional dumplings or ordinary spring rolls. My version is packed with chewy white rice, juicy tuna, creamy avocado, and umami-filled condiments and dipped in a special sesame oil sauce.
Easy Air Fryer Shake and Bake Chicken Recipe
If you want a juicy chicken with healthier option, you're in the right place. I'm going to show you my air fryer shake and bake chicken recipe. It's a fantastic way to get that crispy, flavorful chicken with only 20 minutes of cooking time.
Easy Orange Chicken Meatballs Recipe (one pan)
Takeout who? These Orange Chicken Meatballs will beat any takeout order any day of the week. Orange chicken meatballs are a fun twist on classic meatballs. These flavorful orange chicken balls are bursting with orange flavor and Asian seasonings.
Crispy Beef Rice Bowl - fast, easy and healthy
I love a good Asian bowl recipe. If you’re looking for a quick and easy dinner, you should make these Crispy Beef Rice Bowls. It's so simple but so tasty. This Easy Beef Rice Bowl is perfect for busy nights, and it is also budget-friendly.
Crispy Asian Pulled Pork
Get ready for this amazing Crispy Asian Pulled Pork Recipe! Think juicy pulled pork, super crispy, and loaded with tasty Asian vibes. Made in the Instant Pot or any pressure cooker, this pulled pork Asian style is an easy-to-make but unforgettable dish that will have you licking your bowl.
Asian Cabbage Rolls (no wrapper dumplings)
This steamed cabbage roll recipe is filled with ground pork, shiitake mushrooms, carrots, and water chestnuts mixed with flavorful condiments and spices like garlic, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil.
Crispy Thai Butterflied Shrimp Recipe - only 6 ingredients!
This Crispy Thai Butterflied Shrimp Recipe is loaded with flavors. With only six ingredients, this crispy goodness is perfect if you need something quick in less than 15 minutes. Definitely, better than takeout.
Garlic Braised Kale
Garlic Braised Kale is a delicious way to get your greens in. The kale is lightly softened as it sautés in butter and garlic. This dish is simple yet luxurious at the same time. You will never look at kale the sesame. This is the perfect side dish.
Roasted Parmesan Crusted Cauliflower Recipe
This roasted parmesan crusted cauliflower recipe is my take on the viral parmesan crusted potatoes. My kids devoured these! I prefer cauliflower than potatoes because it's a much healthier option. And well, it turned out even better than I expected!
Delicious Garlic Miso Chicken Thighs Recipe (for Air Fryer or Oven)
These delicious garlic miso chicken thighs made in the air fryer or oven are full of umami flavor. The miso, mirin, and sake complement each other to give this miso chicken thighs the best taste.
Delicious Cola Braised Short Ribs (inspired by The Bear)
Wow, these cola braised short ribs are amazing! Pressure-cooked to perfection, these beef short ribs are tender. Inspired by the hit show The Bear, this dish is magnificent, just like the show.
The Best Lamb Chops in Air Fryer (ready in 30 minutes)
This lamb chops in air fryer is my favorite way to cook it. It creates a great crust and is perfectly rare inside. It is so easy to make. Marinade and air fry it and you’ve got this amazing dish in less than 30 minutes.
Classic Filipino Chicken Adobo - no marinating ready in 30 minutes
This family favorite Filipino chicken adobo recipe is to die for! No marinating required, this tender chicken is tangy, savory, and sweet and has just the perfect balance of flavors. There is a reason why this dish is arguably the most popular Filipino dish out there
Sesame Braised Cabbage
This addictive Sesame Braised Cabbage is a winner. This humble vegetable is so tender with crispy edges and doused in an amazing sesame sauce. Pure heaven in your mouth.
Korean Ground Beef Bulgogi Rice Bowl Recipe
Craving something delicious, flavorful, and easy? This beef bulgogi rice bowl is just what you need to satisfy your hunger. This bulgogi bowl recipe will be your new favorite dish to date.
Simple Caramelized Onion Pasta Recipe
This Caramelized Onion Pasta will be your new favorite pasta dish! It's delicious and full of flavor. It's bursting with umami flavor. You only need a few ingredients like sweet caramelized onions and a little butter to make this easy pasta dish.
Kalbi Chicken Legs in Air Fryer
You will love this easy Kalbi Chicken recipe — bold Korean barbecue flavors, and juicy marinated chicken legs in air fryer are simple and tasty. You only need a few ingredients and 30 minutes to enjoy this mouthwatering kalbi chicken dish - you'll feel like you're actually eating at a Korean bbq place!
Arroz Caldo made with Brown Rice – Instant Pot
My Arroz Caldo is a hug for a typical day in Pacific Northwest. This Filipino dish has all the flavors one is looking for. It is gingery and garlicky and has a nice punch of tang from the lime and floral essence of the saffron. Best yet, it uses brown rice to make it healthier.
Best Homemade Garlic Cheese Bread Recipe
Garlic Cheese Bread is a simple yet delicious dish that's perfect for any meal. With the addition of air fryer roasted garlic, this recipe takes classic cheese bread to a whole new level. My kids devour these whenever I make this family favorite.
Spicy Mongolian Beef - the best 30-minute recipe
Yes, you can make this quick and easy Spicy Mongolian Beef recipe that’s ready in under 30 minutes. The tender beef sirloin strips are packed with flavor thanks to the savory sauce made with hoisin sauce and garlic chili paste for a little spice.
Easy Asian Garlic Noodles - Ready in 15 Minutes
If you love noodles, you will love this noodle dish. Full of umami, these super Easy Asian Garlic Noodles will keep you coming back for more. These Asian noodles are garlicky, salty, savory, a little sweet, and full of flavor. It is the perfect bowl of noodles.
Easy Sticky Asian Pork Ribs Recipe
Looking for a delicious, easy-to-make dinner idea? Look no further than these fall-off-the-bone tender, Sticky Asian Ribs! Made with a combination of soy sauce, rice vinegar, mirin, and sesame oil, the sticky glaze has a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors.
Easy Mayak Eggs Recipe: The Ultimate Korean Soy Eggs
Mayak Eggs are an addictive snack that has taken the world of social media by storm! Mayak Gyeran, also known as Korean Mayak Eggs, is a popular Korean marinated eggs recipe that will leave your taste buds begging for more.
The Best Braised Beef and Pork Ragu Recipe
A rich, delicious bowl of goodness, this Beef and Pork Ragu is absolutely delicious. Cooked long and slow in a large dutch oven. This dish is easy yet it takes time for all the flavors to meld together perfectly. This is the ultimate comfort meal.