39 Easy (But Impressive!) Christmas Dinner Ideas

A classic Christmas ham bursting with tradition and flavor! Glazed with brown sugar, honey and dijon and studded with cloves, this is an easy recipe for a show-stopping roasted ham.

Just take a look at this gorgeous Christmas turkey recipe! Prepared in a single pan, this bold and buttery, bacon wrapped turkey dinner even includes the roasted veggies and gravy.

This easy and savory roast beef with garlic and herbs is the perfect low-maintenance main dish, while still packing plenty of wow factor.

A succulent holiday ham glazed with a tangy combination of tart pomegranate juice, sweet maple syrup, and spices. The ultimate centerpiece for your Christmas table!

This classic Beef Wellington was made for special occasions! Learn how to cook the perfect beef tenderloin wrapped in layers of mushrooms, prosciutto, and flaky pastry.

Break from traditional Christmas meat dishes with this savory holiday lasagna made with turkey in a rich and creamy pumpkin alfredo sauce. The perfect main for feeding a crowd!

A full turkey roasted with herb butter makes for a timeless and classic Christmas dinner! A rich and flavorful recipe that includes all the tips and tricks for the best ever holiday bird.

The best part about this Christmas ham? It practically cooks itself! This delightful and tasty ham recipe is prepared in a crock pot, leaving your hands free for other delicious dishes.

An easy and unfailing recipe for delicious and tender prime rib that will have bellies full and spirits bright this Christmas!

Take this new spin on a classic roasted ham that sees a delicious bourbon infused glaze brought to the mix. Incredible flavors of apples and whisky mingle together in this easy and Christmas-worthy recipe.

Tasty and juicy stuffed pork chops filled with stuffing made from pecans and spicy andouille sausage. An impressive and easy pork recipe that’s perfect to dress up for the holidays.

You need to try this easy recipe for Instant Pot turkey breast! A juicy and savory Christmas turkey, ready in no time and bursting with flavor.

A filling and decadent recipe for sweet potatoes that are twice baked and topped with a crisp pecan streusel. A perfect Christmastime recipe full of warm spices and rich flavors.

This hearty and savory shepherd’s pie is the best vegan alternative to traditional holiday mains! A meatless and gluten free casserole loaded with lentils and mushrooms and a deliciously garlicky mash.

When it comes to vegetarian crowd pleasers, this recipe for easy baked ziti will have your guests returning for seconds and thirds!

Guests will love this easy vegetarian casserole packed with cheesy, comforting and wholesome cauliflower florets. Enjoy this as a main for vegetarians and as a flavoful, creamy side for everyone else!

The best recipe for macaroni and cheese is not only perfect for Christmas, this one is vegan! A classic comfort food revamped with creamy cashew cheese sauce for a new take on Christmas dinner.

The festive flavors of apple and cranberry combine in a delicious chutney, topping these simple and nutritious cauliflower steaks. An easy vegan holiday main!

Eggplant parmesan is a classic dish that doubles as an unconventional yet delicious vegetarian Christmas main! Full of flavor and hearty ingredients.

A hearty and nourishing soup is just what your holiday table needs this Christmas! Wild rice and seasonal pumpkin are packed into this easy and festive vegan soup.

An easy recipe for vegan lasagna that’s sure to satisfy the holiday masses this season. You need to try this easy and high protein pasta dinner made with eggplant and vegan ricotta cheese.

No holiday spread is complete without perfectly creamy and flavorful mashed potatoes. This is an easy recipe for a favorite Christmas side dish.

Stuffing gets a Southern twist with this easy turkey dressing made with moist and tender cornbread.

This holiday salad encompasses everything we love about Christmas side dishes, in one easy, no-fuss and flavor-packed recipe. A festive medley made with shaved Brussels sprouts, pomegranate, pumpkin seeds, citrus and crunchy pecans.

All the flavors of a loaded baked potato in one hearty and low carb, cheesy cauliflower casserole? It’s a Christmas miracle!

Scallop potatoes are another Christmas classic, and this recipe doesn’t disappoint. These layers of cheesy and creamy potato slices are just plain delicious!

Wholly cozy and also healthy, this is a perfect winter salad made with farro grains, served warm with a tangy maple dijon dressing.

Sweet glazed carrots dressed in their Christmas best: crispy smoked bacon! Maple and bacon are a combination like no other, especially when it comes to this easy carrot side dish.

A delicious side dish made with whole harvest squash halves brimming with a rustic sausage filling peppered with apple and kale and creamy crumbly feta cheese.

You can’t knock this classic Christmas side dish. This is the best recipe for green bean casserole to ever grace your holiday table!

Vibrant green arugula pesto and bright red pomegranate seeds bring all the Christmas flair (and colors!) to this easy veggie side featuring tender roasted acorn squash.

The perfect holiday cranberry sauce prepared with a warm combination of apples and oranges, ready to be added as a condiment to just about any Christmas dish your heart desires.

A sweet and fruity “salad” made from tangy cranberry jello packed with fruit chunks and topped with fluffy cream cheese. This is one sweet side dish you need to try this Christmas!

Colorful roasted root vegetables beautifully presented for the holidays! An easy vegetable side dish with brown butter sage sauce and the slightest hint of honey.

Pumpkin brioche bread is filled with apples, apricot jam and spices in this seasonal loaf that is sure to stand out on the holiday table!

This easy popovers recipe makes tall and fluffy popovers that are as festive as they are fun to eat! The batter only takes minutes to prepare in your blender.