You’ve kicked off your holiday parties with festive Christmas cocktails, and you’ve picked out the best Holiday Desserts. For the main meal of the season, here are 39 Easy Christmas Dinner Ideas, from succulent Christmas roasts to vegetarian mains, and loads of tasty holiday sides!
Meaty Mains
These easy Christmas roasts and splendid meaty mains will steal the show at your holiday dinner table.
Christmas Ham with Brown Sugar Glaze
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.
Bacon Wrapped Spatchcock Turkey with Veggies and Gravy
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.
Garlic Herb Roast Beef
This easy and savory roast beef with garlic and herbs is the perfect low-maintenance main dish, while still packing plenty of wow factor.
Pomegranate Maple Glazed Baked Ham Recipe
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!
Perfect Beef Wellington
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.
Pumpkin Lasagna
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!
Herb Roast Turkey
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.
Crockpot Ham
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.
Fail-Proof Boneless Prime Rib Recipe
An easy and unfailing recipe for delicious and tender prime rib that will have bellies full and spirits bright this Christmas!
Apple Bourbon Glazed Ham
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.
Pork Chops with Andouille & Pecan Stuffing
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.
Instant Pot Turkey Breast
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.
Vegetarian & Vegan Mains
Vegetarian and vegan-friendly Christmas mains loaded with filling ingredients and a healthy dose of holiday cheer!
Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes with Oatmeal Pecan Streusel
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.
Vegan Shepherd’s Pie
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.
Baked Ziti Recipe
When it comes to vegetarian crowd pleasers, this recipe for easy baked ziti will have your guests returning for seconds and thirds!
Cheesy Baked Cauliflower Casserole
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!
Baked Vegan Mac and Cheese
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.
Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Cranberry Apple Chutney
The festive flavors of apple and cranberry combine in a delicious chutney, topping these simple and nutritious cauliflower steaks. An easy vegan holiday main!
Baked Eggplant Parmesan
Eggplant parmesan is a classic dish that doubles as an unconventional yet delicious vegetarian Christmas main! Full of flavor and hearty ingredients.
Nourishing Pumpkin Wild Rice Soup (Vegan)
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.
The Best Vegan Lasagna
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.
Festive Side Dishes
The best dishes to accompany your meaty or veggie mains, from classic holiday side dishes to tasty updates on old favorites.
Easy Creamy Mashed Potatoes
No holiday spread is complete without perfectly creamy and flavorful mashed potatoes. This is an easy recipe for a favorite Christmas side dish.
Best Ever Sausage Cornbread Stuffing
Stuffing gets a Southern twist with this easy turkey dressing made with moist and tender cornbread.
Holiday Shaved Brussel Sprout Salad
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.
Loaded Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole
All the flavors of a loaded baked potato in one hearty and low carb, cheesy cauliflower casserole? It’s a Christmas miracle!
Easy Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
Scallop potatoes are another Christmas classic, and this recipe doesn’t disappoint. These layers of cheesy and creamy potato slices are just plain delicious!
Warm Fall Farro Salad with Maple Dijon Dressing
Wholly cozy and also healthy, this is a perfect winter salad made with farro grains, served warm with a tangy maple dijon dressing.
Bacon Wrapped Maple Glazed Carrots
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.
Rustic Sausage-Stuffed Acorn Squash
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.
The Best Green Bean Casserole
You can’t knock this classic Christmas side dish. This is the best recipe for green bean casserole to ever grace your holiday table!
Roasted Acorn Squash with Arugula Pesto and Pomegranate
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.
Apple-Orange Cranberry Sauce
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.
Cranberry Jello Salad With Cream Cheese Topping
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!
Oven Roasted Root Vegetables
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 Apple Apricot Bread
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!
Easy Mile High Popovers
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.
Warm wishes to you and yours this season! Still looking for more Christmas dinner ideas and inspiration? Find everything you need for your favorite holiday meals with our handy recipe finder.