Loves being cooked for, and it truly is the thought that counts. But what do you do if you're more beginner than sous chef? We've got you: all these beginner-friendly date night recipes are a slight step above usual fare while still being totally achievable by even the most novice of home cooks. A tried-and-true recipe can really save the evening, and we're pretty sure all of these recipes (which include chicken, steak, and pasta dinners) will become your new favorite weekly staples. Get inspired with our list of 80 dinners for two—we know you’ll turn out something spectacular.
If you’re hoping to serve a meal to your boo, stick with something simple and classic, like pasta or easy proteins. Try our cacio e pepe, our bucatini all'amatriciana, or our penne alla vodka—they’re all SUPER simple, with flavor that’s out-of-this-world good. For protein, you can’t beat chicken, like in our sesame seed-crusted chicken Parm, our creamy Tuscan chicken, or our butter chicken (way more special than ordering delivery), but we’ve also included less standard recipes with red meat or fish that will really impress. Try our Arctic char with pistachio gremolata, our creamy steak fettuccine, our coconut curry salmon, or our filet mignon for ideas. They’ve got all the sit-down steakhouse flavor without the price tag.
If you’re looking to make a night out of cooking dinner together (we highly recommend this date idea!), try one of our more involved recipes. Check out our homemade pizza, our dragon roll sushi, our Korean fried chicken, or our ginger pork pot stickers for ideas. You’ll get to see your date’s fine motor skills at work, learn a new skill,
Baked Chicken Breast (juicy & Easy!)
Want more ideas for impressing your date? Try serving a fun cocktail or the perfect bottle of wine with your meal—check out our guides to both reds and whites. And don't forget about dessert!
Oh, chicken Alfredo: It's the classic pasta we just can't seem to get enough of. Of course there are tons of jarred pasta sauces you can buy, but making Alfredo sauce from scratch is actually
Recreate the CPK fave with this insanely delicious (mostly) homemade pie. To save on time, use store-bought pizza dough. Or, better yet, pick some up from your favorite pizzeria!
Roasted Chicken Quarters
Pad see ew is on everyone’s top 10 Thai dishes list, and after you give it a try at home, you’ll understand why. The combination of thinly sliced, wok-seared meat, Chinese broccoli, and the signature wide, chewy rice noodles will make this Southeast Asian specialty an instant favorite.
We took an easy shortcut here by using wonton wrappers, but trust us—they are so tender and light that you really only taste the decadent lobster filling. If you want actual pasta-encased lobster ravioli, then our pasta dough is great; otherwise, we promise you’re going to make these over and over again.
Obviously roasting a block of feta with bursting tomatoes is going to be amazing. But is it good enough to break TikTok like this one did? Our answer, begrudgingly, is yes. It's genius—super-easy, but fancy enough for date night. 😍
Easy Dinner Recipes For Two
We love dishes high in flavor, low in commitment, particularly during the winter. And if it comes together in one pot? WIN. Nabeyaki udon is a one-pot Japanese noodle soup that is exactly this. Get creative with your toppings to make it your own.
When it comes to chicken breast recipes, it's hard to beat this one. The sauce is full of garlic, tomatoes, and most importantly, cream. It's bright and easy and is a great dinner for when you want comfort food
If you’ve never made risotto because you didn’t want to stand there stirring forever, then this recipe is for you. It packs all the satisfying flavor of a slow-stirred version into a fraction of the hands-on time!
Chicken Dinner Ideas
. If you (or your boo) is a sun-dried tomato hater (we feel you), use fresh ones instead. It won’t have as much of a tangy kick, but it’ll still be just as impressive.
Nothing beats a fresh-out-of-the-oven pizza, and once you see how easy it is to make for you and your date, you'll never order delivery again. Switch up the toppings and add your favorites to make it your own. Pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers,
This is THE vegan pasta you make for lifelong dairy lovers. Rich and creamy, with deep tomato flavor, it’s sure to have everyone digging back into the pot for another serving.
Creamy Tuscan Chicken
This recipe is a bit of a riff on pasta puttanesca, using familiar ingredients such as capers, anchovies, and olives. But instead of sitting over a pot of simmering tomato sauce, we used sun-dried tomatoes to form a paste that, when combined with pasta water, is transformed into a luscious sauce—and it’s all made in one pan!
EGive your basic baked potato a major upgrade by adding all the flavors from your favorite party dip: spinach & artichoke. This potato is extra hearty, so it can easily be turned into a fancy dinner paired with roasted veggie sides or another vegetarian dish, or can be a flavor boost to your main meal. (Steak dinner, anyone?)
We’ve made a lot of great sheet-pan dinners, but this za’atar chicken recipe is a new favorite. Bone-in chicken thighs, baby potatoes, broccoli, and red onion are all tossed in a simple marinade, then roasted to crispy, schmaltzy perfection. And just to kick it up another notch, we’re drizzling it all in a creamy tahini sauce to finish it off. 😍
Easy Dinner For Two (budget Friendly Meals)
Looking for a date night project? We suggest these super-flavorful (and surprisingly easy) dumplings! Check out the photos of our folding technique, but don't worry too much—these will taste amazing no matter how they look (and you get to see your date's fine motor skills in action 😉).
There’s nothing more comfortings than a creamy pasta dish, and this one-pan meal couldn’t be easier to make. It's warm and comforting, but still simple and fresh. The lemon brightens the sauce and makes this a feel-good meal everyone will love.
Our simplified pad Thai recipe is designed to satisfy noodle cravings, fast. We skipped some traditional ingredients (such as dried shrimp, tamarind, pressed tofu, and bean sprouts), opting for ingredients that you can pick up at your local grocery store. Skip the takeout and make it tonight!
Chicken And Broccoli Recipe
While the potatoes here cook, the salmon takes a quick bath in an easy marinade that will double as cooking fat in this simple dish. In just 45 minutes, you’ll have a delicious and filling meal that can be customized every time you make it.
Fans of creamed spinach will absolutely love this hearty, creamy kale and gnocchi bake that puts the classic side dish front-and-center on your plate with gnocchi as the main attraction. It's quick to put together too, since the gnocchi cook right in the sauce, making them extra-creamy and delicious.
This risotto is made extra-special (and vegan-friendly!) with vegan butter and a to-die-for homemade “Parm” topping made of cashews. Swap out the asparagus for whatever veg is in season, and this dish is perfect for date nights all year long.
Best Dinner For 2 Chicken Recipes
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32 Wrap Recipes 13 Iconic Soup & Sandwich Combos 21 Recipes That Use Greek Yogurt 45 Quick & Easy Keto Dinner RecipesA recipe collection of my favorite Chicken Recipes For Two, ranging from chicken leg quarters and bone-in thighs to boneless skinless chicken breast and ground chicken.
Easy Ground Chicken Recipes
You always hear chefs on TV talking about how cooking a chicken is the best test of your skills because it’s a blank canvas.
It’s also hard to think of (savory) ingredients that don’t go with chicken (unless you’re vegetarian, which this isn’t the post for you).
As I was updating my romantic dinner for two at home post, I realized I had a ton of chicken recipes for two.
Chicken Recipes For Two That Will Satisfy Every Craving
In fact, I had so many I was able to create this Easy Chicken Dinners For Two round up with over 15 recipes.
Maybe you’re bored of your usual menu planning. Maybe the only protein left in your freezer is chicken. Or maybe you’re trying to impress a date.
Whether you enjoy eating chicken breasts, chicken thighs, bone-in skin-on chicken, boneless skinless chicken, or even ground chicken, these chicken recipes for two are for you.
Easy Chicken Pasta Recipes
The amount of chicken you need for easy chicken dinners for two depends on whether you’re serving the chicken as individual pieces or whether it’s chopped up and served with other ingredients.
If you’re serving individual chicken pieces, such as Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs or Roasted Chicken Quarters, typically you
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