Treat the mom in your life to a special dinner she’ll never forget! Whether she loves classic comfort foods like meatloaf and chicken pot pie or prefers something a little fancier like filet mignon or steak fajitas, these 15 Mother’s Day dinner recipes have you covered.

Easy Skillet Lasagna Without Ricotta

Easy Skillet Lasagna Without Ricotta. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Love lasagna but not a fan of ricotta? This skillet recipe is for you! Featuring layers of tender pasta, a rich tomato sauce, and gooey cheese, this one-pan dish is quick, cheesy, and downright comforting.
Get the Recipe: Easy Skillet Lasagna Without Ricotta

Lasagna without Ricotta – Made with Asiago Cheese Sauce

Lasagna without Ricotta – Made with Asiago Cheese Sauce. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Swap out ricotta for a creamy Asiago cheese sauce, and watch the dinner table light up! This flavorful twist on traditional lasagna is hearty and packed with cheesy goodness in every bite.
Get the Recipe: Lasagna without Ricotta – Made with Asiago Cheese Sauce

Meatloaf Recipe

Meatloaf Recipe. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

This savory meatloaf is simple to make yet packed with flavor. Moist and delicious, it’s the ultimate comfort food that’ll feel like a warm hug on a plate.
Get the Recipe: Meatloaf Recipe

Double Crust Chicken Pot Pie

Double Crust Chicken Pot Pie. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Chicken pot pie just got even better with a buttery, flaky double crust! This hearty dish overflows with tender chicken, vegetables, and a rich, creamy sauce that will melt in your mouth.
Get the Recipe: Double Crust Chicken Pot Pie

Country Fried Steak Sliders with Caramelized Onions

Country Fried Steak Sliders with Caramelized Onions. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Take comfort food to the next level with these bite-sized sliders! Tender, crispy country fried steak topped with sweet caramelized onions and a tangy sauce make these sliders an irresistible addition to your dinner spread.
Get the Recipe: Country Fried Steak Sliders with Caramelized Onions

Cube Steak Recipe

Cube Steak Recipe. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Who knew cube steak could be this flavorful? Pan-seared to perfection and coated in a savory gravy, this dish is comfort food at its finest.
Get the Recipe: Cube Steak Recipe

Baked Shrimp Scampi

Baked Shrimp Scampi. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

This dish combines plump shrimp with garlicky, lemon-butter sauce and a sprinkle of breadcrumbs. It’s light, flavorful, and perfect for a more refined dinner option.
Get the Recipe: Baked Shrimp Scampi

Ravioli Lasagna

A baked ravioli lasagna in a white dish with cheese and basil on top. A piece is being lifted, showing melted cheese stretching from the dish.
Ravioli Lasagna. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Combine the best of both worlds with this clever mash-up! Layers of ravioli, marinara sauce, and melty mozzarella come together for a lasagna-style dish that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Get the Recipe: Ravioli Lasagna

Spinach and Ricotta Lasagna

A lasagna being dished up.
Spinach and Ricotta Lasagna. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

For those who love a lighter lasagna, this recipe pairs creamy ricotta with spinach and a decadent tomato sauce. It’s flavorful, satisfying, and a perfect way to sneak greens into your meal.
Get the Recipe: Spinach and Ricotta Lasagna

Chicken Parmesan Meatloaf

A casserole dish with meatloaf and parsley on a cutting board.
Chicken Parmesan Meatloaf. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

Take everything you love about chicken parmesan and turn it into a hearty meatloaf. Crispy on the outside, cheesy on the inside, and topped with marinara sauce, it’s a guaranteed hit.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Parmesan Meatloaf

Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf

Meatloaf wrapped in bacon and glazed with ketchup on a white platter.
Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

This meatloaf doesn’t just have bacon; it’s inspired by a cheeseburger! Juicy, flavorful, and layered with cheese and bacon, it’s a showstopper dish Mom will love.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf

Bacon Wrapped Fillet Mignon

A plate with a cooked steak cut into pieces, accompanied by mashed potatoes and green beans.
Bacon Wrapped Fillet Mignon. Photo credit: Quick Prep Recipes.

Nothing says “special occasion” quite like bacon-wrapped filet mignon. Tender, melt-in-your-mouth steak wrapped in smoky bacon? It’s a dinner fit for royalty.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Fillet Mignon

Sheet Pan Steak & Shrimp Fajitas

Shrimp and steak fajitas with peppers and onions.
Sheet Pan Steak & Shrimp Fajitas. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

You don’t need a fancy skillet to make fajitas! Toss steak and shrimp with bell peppers and fajita spices, bake them on a sheet pan, and serve with tortillas for a flavor-packed dish.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Steak & Shrimp Fajitas

Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas

Baking tray with cooked steak, bell peppers, and veggies with a steel bowl of fresh tomatoes in the middle and flour tortillas folded to the side.
Sheet pan steak fajitas. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Love steak fajitas? This simplified sheet pan version is full of smoky, spicy goodness with tender steak, caramelized veggies, and your favorite toppings.
Get the Recipe: Sheet pan steak fajitas

Salisbury Steak with Mushrooms

Salisbury Steak on a bed of mashed potatoes.
Salisbury Steak with Mushrooms. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

Juicy Salisbury steak paired with a rich mushroom gravy is the definition of comfort. Serve it with mashed potatoes or roasted veggies, and you’ve got a meal that Mom won’t forget.
Get the Recipe: Salisbury Steak with Mushrooms

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