90+ Comfort Food Recipes Guaranteed To Ease Your Hunger & Your Mind

Chicken noodle soup is one of the world’s most beloved comfort foods, and I definitely took that to heart when creating this recipe. Chunks of juicy chicken mingle with carrots, celery, and tender egg noodles in a deep, savory broth for a soup that will transport you right back to Grandma’s table after just one spoonful.

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Midwesterner or not, this tater tot casserole will become a weekly staple meal in your home. This is also great for anyone who loves a few dinner shortcuts, such as old-school cream of mushroom soup. Take the base of the casserole a little further with Worcestershire, sharp cheddar cheese, and mustard, and you’ll never know what hit you.

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We’re so obsessed with our new and improved shepherd’s pie recipe that we had to turn it into a potato skin. The saucy, red-wine spiked ground beef and vegetable mixture gets loaded into hollowed-out russet potatoes, topped with Parmesan mashed potatoes, and baked until all of the flavors mingle and meld.

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The Philly cheesesteak is insanely high on my favorite sandwiches list, but worthy cheesesteak spots are few and far between. This pasta is my solution to getting that comforting flavor without suffering through a disappointing take-out sandwich. This cheesy pasta skillet combines skirt steak, peppers, onions, mushrooms, and creamy provolone all in one pan, making it perfect for busy weeknights.

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The epitome of a classic, reliable dinner, meatloaf can be many things to different people. For some, it's a dependable weeknight dinner; for others, a nostalgic comfort food. Whatever it is for you, one thing is for sure: Your go-to recipe should be simple and dependable but also packed with flavor to keep you coming back for more.

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TikTok may be obsessed with French onion pasta, but we added a special Delish twist: French onion mac & cheese. The comfort food classic gets a grown-up upgrade from Gruyère and caramelized onions in this recipe, lending that rich French onion flavor you know and love to extra-cheesy mac & cheese.

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Cold-weather comfort food is all we want on a lazy, long weekend, and this French onion pot roast is the perfect cross between slow-roasted chuck and classic cheesy French onion soup.

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It’s difficult to find a soup more comforting than broccoli cheddar. Our recipe is thick, hearty, cheesy, and just rich enough to make it a staple comfort food recipe during cold and chilly nights. You get that stick-to-your bones goodness and the sharp, cheesy flavor from the cheddar, while still getting a good dose of veggies.

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Steak au poivre is a French classic (not to be confused with steak Diane), typically made with filet mignon or sirloin steak covered in a creamy, peppery sauce. The sauce is downright drinkable and was made to be eaten with a spoon, so we thought—let’s soup-ify it!

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Whenever I’m looking for a chicken dinner that will make jaws drop, I always turn to this go-to recipe: That's right, Delish developed the ORIGINAL viral "Marry Me" chicken. Chicken breasts are seared until golden brown before being baked in a simple cream sauce that results in a chicken that's packed with flavor in every bite.

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With its rich sauce deepened in flavor with red wine, Dijon mustard, and finished with tangy sour cream, beef stroganoff is the dish to keep in your back pocket when you need a reliable, cozy weeknight dinner. While it may be an old-school classic, this is the comfort food we take seriously.

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If you love creamy risotto, but not the time it takes to make it, this Italian-inspired orzo recipe is for you. It all comes together in one pot to great effect. The prep here is minimal and cleanup is easy, which makes this totally dinner party-worthy, all year round.

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In the wide world of comfort food, nothing beats butter chicken. Rich spiced tomato gravy envelopes tender, lightly charred chicken for a meal that’s deeply flavored and incredibly satisfying. If you consider butter chicken a meal reserved for a night out at an Indian restaurant, think again. This delicious dinner is sure to be your newest homemade favorite.

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Quesadillas are a classic late-night snack or easy dinner, but when we need to serve a crowd, we bring out the sheet pan. This hack makes cooking quesadillas for a crowd easier than ever. Simply make your desired filling, layer on the cheese, and get to assembling with your tortillas.

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Meat and potatoes will always be a winning combo, but it is crucial—and I mean very crucial—to keep things interesting. In this simple version of the dynamic duo, a skillet of crispy potatoes and tender, seared flank steak gets bathed in a tangy, savory garlic mustard butter sauce. Now that’s what I mean by interesting.

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Potatoes are so affordable and endearing. You can cook them any which way, manipulate them to no end, and they'll taste comforting and filling in any application. But who wants to deep fry in a huge pot of oil every time they want fries? Not I. It's just not worth it. But these? These are worth it.

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In my book, the perfect mac & cheese has to nail three things: be extra creamy, plenty cheesy, and paired with a golden, crunchy topping. I tested this recipe over and over to make sure it aces all of these requirements (and more!) with flying colors, so you can put that box back on the shelf.

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Chipotle chile- and cumin-seasoned chicken breast is nestled into fire-roasted tomato rice before being topped with strips of jalapeño, bell pepper, and sweet red onion, then smothered with a three-cheese blend and baked to create this chicken fajita casserole.

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This cozy and comforting Levantine lentil and rice dish goes by many names and has many variations. Whether you spell it mujaddara, majadra, or mejadra, you can rely on this trusty side dish to shine alongside whatever you're serving. Our version of this classic dish is lightly spiced and pilaf-like, featuring fluffy rice, tender lentils, and sweet caramelized onions.

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A symbolic dish of past hardships, matzo ball soup may be an essential component of the Passover feast and a recurring Hanukkah dish, but we love to enjoy it all year long. This classic recipe—complete with homemade chicken broth and light and fluffy matzo balls—truly perfects this pinnacle comfort food.

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