17 Easy Comfort Food Recipes
Comfort food recipes are one of the most satisfying recipes. I have got you covered with the best of these recipes online. These are pretty simple to make and you will want to put them on repeat for sure.
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Best Comfort Food Recipes
1. Ina Garten Chicken Pot Pie
It is one of the most popular comfort food recipes. The tools needed are a baking sheet, a Dutch oven, and a food processor.
The recipe requires 30 minutes of prep time and 55 minutes of cooking time. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
The ingredients include ground black pepper, all-purpose flour, chicken breasts, heavy cream, olive oil, kosher salt, yellow onions, carrots, parsley, peas, bouillon cubes, and butter.
For the pastry, the ingredients include vegetable shortening, all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, cracked black pepper, baking powder, beaten egg, and sea salt.
2. Pesto Mushroom Chicken Lasagna Roll-Ups
These lasagna roll-ups are popular across all age groups. It is one of the best ways to use your leftover chicken. The recipe requires 25 minutes of prep time and 50 minutes of cooking time.
You can make it vegetarian by omitting chicken and adding more veggies. If you prefer turkey you can replace it with chicken.
You need a 7×11 baking dish. Preheat the oven to 350°F. For garlic parmesan sauce you need butter, pepper, garlic powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and milk.
The ingredients of the recipe include basil pesto, mozzarella cheese, baby bella mushrooms, lasagna noodles, and cooked chicken. You can freeze the recipe for 3 months.
3. Swedish Meatballs
This is a lovely comfort food. It tastes awesome. The mix of beef and pork makes these meatballs a winner straight away.
The meatballs are so soft and juicy. The beef gives the required flavor and pork makes the meatballs tender and juicy.
For the creamy gravy beef stock is a must and the addition of flour thickens it. Eggs work as a perfect binder. To make meatball sauce you need a mix of beef broth, flour, butter, and heavy cream.
The recipe requires 20 minutes of prep time and 30 minutes of cooking time. For the meatballs, the ingredients required are egg, white sandwich bread, ground beef, salt, oil, ground pork, ground nutmeg, onion, and Allspice.
4. Scalloped Potatoes
It is one of the best comfort food recipes, perfect for holidays. Originated in England it is one of the most popular potato recipes. To get the best result either use Yukon Gold potatoes or red potatoes.
Mix milk, butter, and flour to make the sauce for this recipe. You can make scalloped potatoes ahead of time also, cover them, and keep them in the fridge for 2 days.
The recipe requires 25 minutes of prep time and 1 hour and 20 minutes of cooking time. Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake for 40 minutes. You require a 9×13 baking dish. The ingredients include chicken broth, all-purpose flour, butter, salt, black pepper, onion, garlic, and Yukon Gold potatoes.
After you make it let it rest for 15 minutes before serving. For doneness, if the top is golden brown you are all set.
5. Maple Chicken With Sweet Potatoes
It is one of the best comfort food recipes for fall. It is one of the easiest recipes for busy weeknight dinners. Though chicken and sweet potatoes are the main attractions of this recipe, a dash of maple syrup makes the recipe a little sweeter and hence makes it tastier.
To get better flavor use ground black pepper instead of regular black pepper. You can use chicken breasts, thighs, or tenderloin for this recipe. If you are not a big fan of sweet potatoes, use butternut squash instead.
It requires 20 minutes of prep time and 30 minutes of cooking time. The ingredients include sweet potatoes, chicken tenderloins, butter, black pepper, and maple syrup. The recipe is best served with salad.
Keep the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and it will be good for up to 3 days. It even freezes well for 3 months.
6. Sloppy Joe Casserole
This is one of the most budget-friendly comfort food ideas, made with pantry staples, and tastes awesome. You can even make it 3 days in advance.
It takes almost 50 minutes to make, 5 minutes of prep time, and 45 minutes of cooking time. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
The ingredients include cheddar cheese, ground beef, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, farfalle pasta, onion, corn, Manwich sauce, and Velveeta cheese.
Keep the leftover in a container with a lid and it will be good for up to 4 days. You can also freeze it for 3 months. It is best served with cornbread.
7. Arroz Con Pollo
It is also known as Mama’s Puerto Rican Chicken And Rice. This is a one-pan meal, (means few dishes to clean,..yay). Arroz Con Pollo is a Spanish word that means chicken with rice.
I like to use boneless chicken thighs for the best flavor. Use white rice instead of brown rice as brown rice takes longer time to cook. You can also use quinoa.
The recipe requires 20 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes of cooking time. The ingredients include boneless chicken thighs, paprika, onion, powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, coriander, garlic, cilantro and green pepper.
You can keep the leftovers covered in the fridge and it will be good for up to 5 days.
8. Thai Chicken Coconut Curry
This is a healthy comfort food that tastes delicious and is gluten-free too.
You can use rotisserie chicken or meal-prepped chicken. For vegetarians, they can use chickpeas. It requires 10 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes of cooking time.
The ingredients include garlic, coconut oil, chicken breasts, carrots, ground coriander, salt, lime juice, Thai red curry paste, and yellow onion. Ground coriander is a must to get the best flavor.
If you want to omit coconut oil use olive oil instead. It is best served with rice or naan.
You can keep it in the fridge covered and it will be good for 5 days. You can also freeze it for 3 months.
9. Asiago Chicken Pasta
It is one of the best weeknight dinner recipes. Asiago cheese is known for its unique and strong flavor, so if you like it, you will love this recipe.
You can make this recipe gluten-free too by using brown rice penne. The recipe requires 20 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes of cooking time.
The ingredients include penne pasta, Asiago cheese, paprika, chicken breast, garlic, salt, sun-dried tomatoes, half &half, and spinach.
10. Salisbury Steak In Mushroom Onion Gravy
This is a juicy and flavorful recipe, a comfort food at its best. The recipe requires 15 minutes of prep time and 30 minutes of cooking time.
For the Salisbury steak recipe, the ingredients include ground beef, onion, pepper, egg, parsley, bread crumbs, Worcestershire sauce and parsley.
To make the mushroom onion gravy you require a mix of mushrooms, beef broth, onions, flour, pepper, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and salt.
It is best served with mashed potatoes and a vegetable dish as a side.
11. Classic Scalloped Potatoes
To get the best out of the recipe, slice the potatoes thin. I prefer to use Yukon Gold potatoes for this dish. You can use russet potatoes too. To make the cream sauce, mix butter, milk and flour.
To make the dish flavorful I use sharp cheddar cheese. Paprika adds that extra flavor. I like to use mandoline to slice potatoes as it takes less time. You also need an 8×8 or 9×9 baking dish.
It requires 10 minutes of prep time and 1 hour of cooking time. Preheat the oven to 350°F. The ingredients include sliced potatoes, paprika, flour, milk, butter, sharp cheddar cheese, cayenne pepper and salt.
It is best served with turkey or ham. You can also serve it with sides like broccoli or asparagus.
12. Instant Pot Chicken And Dumplings
It is a rich and hearty soup recipe that is perfect for fall and winter. I prefer boneless chicken thigh over chicken breasts for this recipe as thighs are more flavorful. mkae sure they are bite-sized.
But if you prefer chicken breasts you can use it or you can even use a mix of both. For the dumpling you can either use canned biscuits or if you have time you can make the homemade version.
You need an instant pot for this recipe. The recipe requires 15 minutes of prep time and 15 minutes of cooking time. The ingredients include chicken thighs, garlic, onion, Italian seasoning, heavy cream, cornstarch, carrots, salt and black pepper.
For the dumplings, the ingredients include all-purpose flour, milk, baking soda, salt, butter, and baking powder. The recipe is best served with walnut cranberry salad or cornbread.
13. Chicken Pot Pie
This is a cozy dinner recipe. It is a classic meal for busy weeknights. Shredded rotisserie chicken works best for this recipe. You can also use leftover turkey.
The recipe requires 40 minutes of prep time and 45 minutes of cooking time. The ingredients include all-purpose flour, buttermilk, egg, carrots, black pepper, shredded chicken, and thyme.
You need a 9-inch pie pan, rolling scraper, large skillet, and bench scraper. This recipe can be made even 3 days in advance. I prefer homemade crust but you can buy it from the store too. To make the recipe vegetarian remove chicken and add mushrooms or chickpeas
Preheat the oven to 400°F and bake for 45 minutes, if it’s golden brown and the internal temperature reads 165°F, you are all set. Once done, let it rest for 10 minutes and then serve.
It is best served with roasted broccoli or green salad. Keep the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and it will be good for 4 days. It freezes well for 3 months.
14. Healthy One Pot Enchilada Pasta
It is one of my favorite vegetarian comfort food recipes and is on our rotation menu. It is a protein-packed fiber-rich pasta recipe and is gluten-free too.
The ingredients include black beans, refried beans, cumin, chili powder, frozen corn, crushed tomatoes, red enchilada sauce, chickpea pasta, salt and pepper.
For toppings use Greek yogurt or sour cream, jalapeno, tomato, cilantro, or green onion, and lime wedges.
15. Crock Pot Cheeseburger Soup
This cheesy and creamy soup is a family favorite. It is one of the best dinner recipes for winter nights. The recipe is hearty and full of flavor, one of the best comfort food recipes.
It takes 8 hours of cooking time. The ingredients include russet potatoes, parsley, ground beef, butter, black pepper, shredded cheddar cheese, onion, carrots, butter, milk and all-purpose flour.
16. Classic Chicken Pot Pie
The rich and savory filling along with its creamy texture makes it a winner all the way. It is a perfect way to use your leftover chicken or veggies.
You can use either chicken breasts or thighs. I prefer homemade pie crusts as it gives better results, you can try store-bought if you are short of time. You need a Dutch oven for this recipe.
The recipe requires 20 minutes of prep time and 50 minutes of cooking time. Preheat the oven to 425°F and bake for 35 minutes until it’s golden brown. Check if the internal temperature is 165°F, it’s ready. Let it rest for 15 minutes before you serve it.
The ingredients include homemade pie crust, yellow onion, all-purpose flour, mushrooms, chicken stock, carrots, shredded cooked chicken and frozen peas.
Keep the leftovers wrapped up in plastic in the fridge and it will be good for 4 days. It freezes well for 2 months. It is best served with coleslaw or Caesar salad.
17. Sausage Tortellini Soup
It requires 5 minutes of prep time and 25 minutes of cooking time. The ingredients include ground Italian sausage, hot sauce, flour, basil, oregano, tortellini, salt, red pepper flakes, kale, mustard powder and garlic.
The tools required for this recipe are soup pots, measuring spoons, storage containers, pinch bowls, and kitchen scale.
Keep the leftovers in the fridge and it will be good for 3 days. It freezes well for 3 months.
17 Best Comfort Food Recipes
From chicken pot pie to Swedish meatballs, make the best comfort food recipes
Ingredients
- Ina Garten Chicken Pot Pie
- Pesto Mushroom Chicken Lasagna Roll-Ups
- Swedish Meatballs
- Scalloped Potatoes
- Maple Chicken With Sweet Potatoes
- Sloppy Joe Casserole
- Arroz Con Pollo
- Thai Chicken Coconut Curry
- Asiago Chicken Pasta
- Salisbury Steak In Mushroom Onion Gravy
- Classic Scalloped Potatoes
- Instant Pot Chicken And Dumplings
- Chicken Pot Pie
- Healthy One Pot Enchilada Pasta
- Crock Pot Cheeseburger Soup
- Classic Chicken Pot Pie
- Sausage Tortellini Soup
Instructions
- Choose your favorite comfort food
- Gather the ingredients
- Make the meal
