25 Sunday Dinners You Start After Church and Finish by Supper

After a busy week, a generous homemade meal can make Sunday feel like a true reset. These Sunday dinner recipes are made for relaxed family meals with plenty of comforting flavors and satisfying portions. They're especially useful when you want dinner to feel special without spending the entire afternoon at the stove.

Red Wine Dutch Oven Pot Roast for a Cozy Supper

Shredded pot roast with cooked carrots on a white rectangular plate. — Red Wine Dutch Oven Pot Roast. Photo credit: State of Dinner.

Tender beef slowly braises in a rich red wine sauce until it practically falls apart at the table. It is the kind of hearty meal that makes a relaxed Sunday feel extra special without requiring much fuss.
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Dutch Oven Short Ribs Braised in Beer

A pot of braised short ribs with carrots, herbs, and rich sauce, viewed from above. — Dutch Oven Short Ribs Braised in Beer. Photo credit: State of Dinner.

Beef short ribs become wonderfully tender as they simmer in a deeply flavored beer-based sauce. Serve this when everyone is hungry and you want a dinner that feels hearty, generous, and made for lingering around the table.
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Creamy Marry Me Chicken Tortellini

A forkful of creamy tortellini pasta with basil, sun-dried tomatoes, and grated cheese. — Marry Me Chicken Tortellini. Photo credit: State of Dinner.

Tender chicken and pillowy cheese tortellini come together in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce that is rich and satisfying. It is a comforting pasta dinner that comes together quickly when you want something special without spending all afternoon cooking.
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Chicken Cobbler with Golden Cheddar Bay Biscuits

Creamy chicken and savory gravy are tucked beneath fluffy, golden biscuits for a meal that feels like pure home cooking. The combination is hearty enough for a hungry family and wonderfully easy to bring to the table.
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Cheesy Lasagna Stuffed Shells with Meat Sauce

Lasagna Stuffed Shells with Meat Sauce. Photo credit: The Cookin’ Chicks.

Jumbo pasta shells are filled with a rich, cheesy mixture and baked with hearty meat sauce until bubbling and golden. It has all the comfort of lasagna in a fun format that makes a generous family dinner.
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Authentic Louisiana Gumbo with Sausage and Seafood

A bowl of gumbo with white rice in the center, garnished with chopped green onions. — Louisiana Gumbo with Sausage and Seafood. Photo credit: State of Dinner.

A deeply seasoned roux gives this Louisiana classic its signature richness, while sausage and seafood make every spoonful hearty and satisfying. Set out plenty of bowls because this is the kind of meal that naturally brings everyone together.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Stew with Vegetables and Potatoes

Tender chicken, potatoes, and vegetables simmer in a savory broth until everything is wonderfully soft and comforting. The slow cooker does the heavy lifting, leaving you with a warm, old-fashioned dinner ready when the family is hungry.
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Hamburger Steaks with Rich Onion Mushroom Gravy

Juicy hamburger steaks are covered in a savory gravy loaded with onions and mushrooms for a deeply comforting meal. It comes together in about 30 minutes, making it an easy choice when Sunday dinner needs to stay relaxed.
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Slow Cooker Kielbasa and Potato Casserole with Cheese

Kielbasa and tender potatoes cook together beneath a creamy, cheesy sauce for a satisfying meal with very little hands-on work. Just let the slow cooker handle dinner while you enjoy the rest of your day.
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Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Piece of sour cream enchiladas on plate topped with pickled jalapenos. — Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole. Photo credit: State of Dinner.

Layers of tender chicken, creamy sauce, and melted cheese create a satisfying Mexican-inspired casserole. It is warm, filling, and easy to bring to the table when you have a hungry crowd to feed.
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Crispy Roast Chicken with Homemade Pan Gravy

Roast Chicken with Homemade Pan Gravy. Photo credit: Dash of Jazz.

A whole chicken roasts with crisp, golden skin while staying juicy and flavorful inside. The savory pan gravy turns those roasting juices into the perfect finishing touch for a comforting family meal.
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Oven-Roasted Cajun Turkey Breast with Crispy Skin

Oven-Roasted Cajun Turkey Breast. Photo credit: State of Dinner.

Juicy turkey breast gets a bold Cajun seasoning that creates plenty of flavor beneath a beautifully crisp exterior. It is a simple way to put an impressive main dish on the table without preparing a whole turkey.
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Slow Cooker Swedish Meatballs in Creamy Sauce

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Tender meatballs simmer gently in a creamy, savory sauce that makes every bite wonderfully comforting. With the slow cooker doing most of the work, you can enjoy a relaxed afternoon and still have a satisfying dinner waiting.
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Cheesy Spaghetti Pie with Hearty Meat Sauce

Cheesy Spaghetti Pie. Photo credit: Eating On A Dime.

Cooked spaghetti is transformed into a sliceable baked dinner layered with cheese and savory meat sauce. It is filling, family-friendly, and especially handy when you want leftovers that reheat beautifully.
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Colorado Pork Green Chili with Tender Pork

Colorado Pork Green Chili. Photo credit: State of Dinner.

Tender chunks of pork simmer with spicy peppers in a hearty stew packed with Southwestern flavor. A warm bowl is just the thing for a leisurely Sunday meal when you want something rustic and satisfying.
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Butternut Squash Pasta with Kale and Garlic

Sweet butternut squash and tender kale come together with garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for a colorful, flavorful pasta dinner. It is ready in about 30 minutes, so you can enjoy a homemade meal without giving up your whole afternoon.
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Smothered Chicken with Savory Gravy

Pan-seared chicken simmers in a rich, savory gravy until tender and wonderfully flavorful. Spoon that gravy over your favorite sides for the kind of comforting dinner that makes everyone want seconds.
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Turkey Pot Pie with Flaky Puff Pastry

Turkey Pot Pie. Photo credit: State of Dinner.

A creamy filling packed with tender turkey and vegetables sits beneath a beautifully flaky puff pastry topping. It has all the cozy appeal of classic pot pie while making a wonderfully satisfying centerpiece for Sunday dinner.
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Classic Swiss Steak with Tender Beef and Gravy

Swiss Steak with Tender Beef and Gravy. Photo credit: Recipes From Leftovers.

An affordable cut of beef becomes fork-tender after slow cooking in a flavorful gravy. This old-fashioned favorite is hearty, comforting, and exactly the sort of meal that makes a simple Sunday supper feel homemade.
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Mom’s Classic Meatloaf with Homestyle Flavor

Mom’s Classic Meatloaf. Photo credit: The Cookin’ Chicks.

A tender, savory meatloaf makes the kind of dinner that brings back memories of family meals around the kitchen table. Pair it with classic sides and plenty of gravy for a comforting spread everyone will recognize and love.
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One Pan Beef Stroganoff with Creamy Sauce

Beef Stroganoff with Creamy Sauce. Photo credit: Comfort In a Bowl.

Tender beef cooks alongside a silky, savory sauce for a comforting meal without a mountain of dishes afterward. It is rich enough for a leisurely Sunday dinner while still being wonderfully straightforward to prepare.
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Hearty Beef and Barley Stew for a Cozy Evening

Beef and Barley Stew. Photo credit: Hungry Whisk.

Tender beef, plump barley, and hearty vegetables simmer together into a rich stew that fills the kitchen with an inviting aroma. Grab some crusty bread for serving and settle in for a dinner that feels warm from the very first bite.
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Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Casserole

Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Casserole. Photo credit: State of Dinner.

Juicy chicken and broccoli are coated in a creamy Alfredo sauce and baked until hot and bubbly. Everything comes together in one dish, giving you a filling family meal with wonderfully easy cleanup.
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Gnocchi Bolognese with Rich Meat Sauce

Gnocchi Bolognese. Photo credit: The Urben Life.

Pillowy gnocchi are coated in a hearty, meaty Bolognese sauce for a comforting Italian-inspired dinner. It comes together in about 30 minutes, making it easy to enjoy a satisfying meal without spending the entire day in the kitchen.
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Easy Ravioli Casserole with Meat Sauce and Cheese

Ravioli Casserole with Meat Sauce and Cheese. Photo credit: State of Dinner.

Tender ravioli bake with rich meat sauce and plenty of gooey cheese for a fuss-free pasta dinner. There is no need to boil the pasta first, making this a particularly handy choice when you want comfort food with minimal effort.
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