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Easy fall dinners are what I cook most once the evenings turn cool and it gets dark before supper. This collection gathers 18 of them, from skillet chicken and cheesy casseroles to cube steak, chili mac, and a few pots of soup.

Seventeen of the 18 are on the table in under an hour from start to finish. The slow cooker honey garlic chicken is the exception, with about ten minutes of prep in the morning and supper ready when you get home.

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A plate of casserole topped with breadcrumbs, served with a side of mixed greens.
Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole Recipe
Shredded chicken baked in a creamy cheddar, cream cheese, and green chile filling under a buttery Ritz cracker topping.
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A white bowl of creamy orzo pasta with chicken, spinach, and herbs. A fork rests in the bowl. Spice bowls are visible in the background on a tiled surface.
Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Orzo Recipe
A creamy one-skillet dinner of chicken thighs and orzo simmered with sun-dried tomatoes, mascarpone, parmesan, and fresh spinach.
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A plate with french onion chicken topped with herbs, served with mashed potatoes and green beans.
French Onion Chicken
Tender chicken breasts smothered in caramelized onions, beef broth, and melted Gruyère for an easy, flavorful French Onion Chicken.
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A cooked chicken breast served over pasta with spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and a creamy sauce on a white plate.
Tuscan Chicken Recipe
Creamy Tuscan Chicken with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, artichokes, and Parmesan in a rich garlic cream sauce.
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A bite of cube steak on a fork. 
Cubed Steak Recipe
Cube steak is the secret to quick, delicious meals. Learn how to cook it perfectly with this easy recipe and tips.
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Chili Mac and Cheese is a blend of two beloved comfort foods, chili and macaroni and cheese. Best of all, it's made in one pot so it's easy!
Chili Mac and Cheese
Chili Mac and Cheese is a blend of two beloved comfort foods, chili and macaroni and cheese. Best of all, it’s made in one pot so it’s easy!
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A plate with vegetables and meatloaf muffins.
Muffin Pan Meatloaf Recipe
Meatloaf muffins—classic meatloaf with onions, peppers, eggs and seasonings baked in convenient, serving-size muffin pans.
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Sausage, Peppers, and Onions served on a plate.
Sheet Pan Sausage, Peppers, and Onions
Sausage, Peppers, and Onions on a sheet pan baked in the oven—so easy! 
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Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole is a Southern favorite and this version has a few secret ingredients that make it the best! It's perfect for a potluck gathering or new parents and it's freezer friendly!
Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole
Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole is easy and a family favorite that is great for busy weeknights or casual dinner parties. Made with sour cream and crunchy cracker topping, this one is a crowd pleaser.
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A serving of Unstuffed Pepper Casserole in a shallow bowl with a fork.
Unstuffed Pepper Casserole
Unstuffed Pepper Casserole with lean ground beef, bell peppers, farro, and cheese–easy enough for a weeknight family dinner!
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A cast iron skillet with Mexican chicken and rice, garnished with chopped herbs; a glass bowl of herbs and half a lime are on the wooden surface nearby.
Mexican Chicken and Rice
Mexican Chicken and Rice in one pot with green onions, poblano peppers, and cilantro–it’s a quick and easy weeknight meal!
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A white plate with a serving of beef enchiladas topped with cheese and cilantro sits next to seasoned rice, showcasing classic Mexican food. A fork rests on the plate, ready to enjoy this delicious beef recipe.
Beef Enchiladas
Beef enchiladas are easy to make and a great way to feed your family on a crazy week night.
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Arugula salad with roasted sweet potatoes, chicken, and honey-roasted pecans
Arugula Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Chicken, and Honey-Roasted Pecans
Arugula salad with roasted sweet potatoes, chicken, and honey-roasted pecans–this salad is a one-dish, quick and easy weeknight meal!
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Grandma's Chicken Soup is made with chicken broth, chicken, and a touch of cream—just a simple chicken soup that's great when you're under the weather.
Grandma’s Chicken Soup
Grandma's Chicken Soup is made with chicken broth, chicken, and a touch of cream–just a simple chicken soup that's great when you're under the weather.
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Large pot of Southwest Chicken Soup with a spoonful over the pot.
Southwest Chicken Soup
Southwestern flavors from peppers and spices make this a warm and savory chicken soup to share with friends.
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16
A spoonful of creamy potato soup topped with shredded cheddar, bacon bits, and chopped green onions, held over a matching bowl.
Potato Soup With Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Creamy, buttery potato soup made with leftover homemade or refrigerated store-bought mashed potatoes. Top each bowl with Cheddar, bacon, and green onions.
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A bowl of beef chili topped with grated cheese.
Classic Chili Recipe
Classic Chili recipe with beans, ground beef, onions, and tomatoes. This recipe is simple and basic with pantry ingredients.
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A white plate with white rice topped with shredded meat in brown sauce, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe
Boneless skinless chicken breasts cook in a honey garlic sauce, then get shredded and stirred back into the thickened sauce. Serve over rice with green onion and sesame seeds.
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