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    35 Fall Comfort Food Dinners

    Published: Sep 7, 2023 by Heather · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · 957 words. · About 5 minutes to read this article.

    Looking for a new favorite comfort food this fall? Today I'm sharing 35 unbelievable fall comfort food dinners that are easy to make in your own home kitchen.

    A decorative collage of fall comfort food recipes.

    Fall is the perfect time to indulge in your favorite seasonal comfort food. As the temperature drops and the nights get longer, there's nothing better than a warm and comforting homecooked meal.

    Whether you’re craving something creamy, hearty, or cheesy, we’ve got you covered with these fall comfort food dinners. From classic mac and cheese to slow cooker chili, you're sure to find a new fall favorite on this list.

    What is comfort food?

    Comfort food is food that may give you a feeling of nostalgia, bring back fond memories, or have sentimental value to you. One may reach for their favorite comfort food when feeling stressed, tired or sick - like making chicken noodle soup when you're under the weather.

    Often (but not always) high in calories, fats, and/or sugars, comfort food can give a temporary feeling of relaxation and happiness. Popular comfort food includes hearty dishes like pasta, stews, soups, and casseroles.

    Fall comfort food

    Here you'll find 35 delicious new dinners to try this fall. Whether you’re looking to make a longtime favorite comfort food, or create something entirely new, you're sure to find a new recipe to try on this list.

    Slow Cooker Taco Chili

    Slow cooker taco chili is the perfect dinner recipe for a cold day. Ground beef, two types of beans, corn, tomatoes and taco seasoning make this chili chunky, hearty, and flavorful.
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    Bowl of taco chili topped with jalapeno slices.

    Brown Butter Sheet Pan Gnocchi with Vegetables

    By The Recipe Well
    Roasted vegetables and soft gnocchi get elevated by a brown butter and sage sauce that will fill your home full of warm seasonal aromas. Enjoy it with your favorite protein, like roasted chicken.
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    A white bowl with gnocchi and roasted vegetables.

    Rotisserie Chicken Noodle Soup

    Rotisserie chicken noodle soup is an easy, one pot meal that's soothing, comforting, and made with simple ingredients. Perfect for sick days, winter weather, and weeknight dinners!
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    A metal spoon in a bowl of rotisserie chicken noodle soup.

    Butternut Squash Orzo with Kale

    By Barley and Sage
    This hearty vegetarian dish can serve as a main course or be paired with your favorite protein. The pasta is deliciously creamy due to the soft, roasted squash and a hint of nutmeg adds just the right amount of autumn flavor.
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    Slow Cooker Pork Roast

    Slow cooker pork roast is seasoned with garlic and herbs and cooked until fall-apart tender. Made with simple ingredients, you only need five minutes of prep to get this dinner started.
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    A fork picking up a piece of slower cooker pork roast.

    Apple Cider Braised Chicken Thighs

    By Blackberry Babe
    Seared chicken thighs are paired with apples and onions for a warm, seasonal dish that's perfect for cool weather. The apple cider sauce makes it great for serving over mashed potatoes or polenta.
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    A cast iron pan and serving plate of chicken thighs and apple slices.

    Ground Beef Stroganoff

    Ground Beef Stroganoff is a hearty and comforting 30-minute skillet meal. Egg noodles, mushrooms, and ground beef are coated in a creamy sauce and made in a single pan.
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    Saute pan filled with ground beef stroganoff.

    Apple Cider Pot Roast

    By Burrata and Bubbles
    A tender pot roast is seared and slowly braised in the oven, filling your home with warm, herbal aromas. It's finished with a gravy made from the pan-drippings and leaves you with a comforting, hearty dish perfect for a cozy family dinner.
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    A white plate of roast and vegetables.

    Creamy Vegetable Soup

    Creamy vegetable soup is simple, comforting, and easy to make in a single pot on the stovetop. It's the perfect weeknight meal that's both filling and nutritious.
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    Overhead view of a bowl of soup filled with colorful vegetables.

    Thai Pumpkin Curry with Chicken

    By Flavor the Moments
    This spicy coconut curry will warm you through on a chilly night. It's a hearty dish perfect to make on the fly or meal prep ahead of time.
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    Beans and Rice Taco Soup

    Beans and Rice Taco Soup is a 30 minute, one pot meal that's made with only canned and shelf-stable ingredients. This flavorful and hearty tomato soup is filled with spicy salsa, black beans, corn, rice, and taco seasoning.
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    Soup with corn, black beans, and rice.

    One Pot Mushroom Chicken and Rice

    By Butter Your Biscuit
    Use just one pot to sear your chicken thighs, develop your flavorful broth, and cook your rice. Bake it all together in the oven and prepare for a comforting meal that's great on its own or paired with a salad or garlic bread.
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    A red pot of rice, mushrooms, and chicken.

    Turkey Broccoli Casserole

    Turkey broccoli casserole is a comforting meal made with leftover sliced turkey, egg noodles, broccoli, and a creamy, homemade sauce. This hearty casserole feeds up to eight and is ready in less than 45 minutes.
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    Wooden server scooping turkey broccoli casserole from a dish.

    Stuffed Italian Sausage

    By Nibble and Dine
    Italian sausages are hollowed out and filled with a creamy mixture of cheeses then topped with tomato sauce and popped in the oven to get melty and bubbly. Hearty and comforting, this meal is sure to please.
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    Stuffed sausages on a white plate with tomato sauce.

    Chorizo Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

    Chorizo stuffed spaghetti squash is an easy, gluten-free, and flavorful meal for two. Spaghetti squash is roasted and filled with chorizo, peppers, and onions, then smothered in melted cheese. 
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    A fork pulling a bite of spaghetti squash with cheese.

    Brown Butter Brussels Sprouts Pasta

    By Recipe Runner
    Shaved and sauteed brussels sprouts are caramelized and then added to browned butter that acts as a pasta sauce for this decadent and comfortingly hearty dish. The added crunch of the walnuts make for the perfect bite.
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    Easy Stovetop Beef Stew

    Easy stovetop beef stew is a classic meal that's filling, comforting, and perfect for a chilly day. Beef, potatoes, carrots and onions are coated in a flavorful sauce. The entire dish comes together on the stovetop in a single stock pot.
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    Parsley sprinkled on top of a bowl of beef stew.

    Pumpkin Sage Pasta

    By The Dizzy Cook
    This quick and easy dish is filled with fall flavors and comes together great for a weeknight meal. The creamy pumpkin sauce gives major mac and cheese vibes with fewer calories.
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    Bison Chili

    Bison chili is rich and comforting, with a kick of heat! The perfect hearty meal for a cold day. Made with ground bison, kidney beans, and jalapeños - just add your favorite chili toppings.
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    A metal spoon in a bowl of bison chili.

    London Broil in the Crock Pot

    By The Oregon Dietitian
    Sear a london broil then toss it in the crock pot with broth, herbs, and seasoning and let it rock. Your family will love the comforting smells coming from it while it cooks almost as much as eating it.
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    A plate of roast and mashed potatoes covered in gravy.

    Corn Chowder with Sausage

    Corn chowder with sausage is a creamy, spicy and filling soup that’s easy to whip up for your next weeknight dinner. Excellent on cold winter nights, but so good you’ll make it year-round.
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    Chunky potato and corn soup with sausage and a metal spoon.

    Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin with Apples

    By Scarlati Family Kitchen
    This juicy tenderloin is paired with apples and onions and topped with a maple pan gravy for an unforgettable autumn dinner.
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    A scalloped white dish with sliced pork tenderloin and sauce.

    Slow Cooker Beef Roast with Potatoes and Carrots

    Slow cooker beef roast with potatoes and carrots is an easy, no-fuss meal that the entire family will enjoy. Tender dijon-herb beef roast is slow cooked with onions, potatoes, and carrots.
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    Beef roast in a large slow cooker.

    Crock Pot Chicken and Stuffing

    By Suburban Simplicity
    Stuffing isn't just for Thanksgiving and this dish is the perfect example of why. Toss everything in the crock pot and let it do the work. You'll be rewarded with a house full of cozy aromas and an easy, comforting dish for the family.
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    A white plate of sliced chicken, stuffing, and vegetables.

    Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Skillet Meal

    Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Skillet Meal is a quick and flavorful meal that's made in a single pan in 30 minutes. Chicken, mushrooms, and orzo are coated in a creamy herb sauce.
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    Orzo, chicken, and mushrooms in a creamy sauce.

    Turkey Quinoa Soup

    By Through the Fibro Fog
    Soups are some of the most comforting meals around. This turkey quinoa soup is packed with vegetables and herbs and will make a great lunch or cozy dinner.
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    A bowl of turkey and vegetable soup with a large serving spoon.

    Sausage Tortellini Soup

    Sausage tortellini soup is a hearty soup made with cheese tortellini, crumbled Italian sausage, and nutritious veggies. Cook up a batch of this creamy, flavorful soup in 30 minutes or less in a single pot!
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    Close up of a metal spoon in a bowl of sausage tortellini soup.

    Instant Pot Chicken and Rice Soup

    By The Oregon Dietitian
    Thyme, sage, and garlic give this hearty soup the comforting flavors that'll warm you up on a cold day. Enjoy by itself or with your favorite crusty bread.
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    Baked Ziti with Spinach

    If you're looking for an easy comfort food casserole, give this baked ziti with spinach a try. It's filled with layers of pasta, marinara sauce, and spinach, with a gooey, cheesy layer of ricotta in the middle.
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    Wooden spoon scooping ziti from a casserole dish.

    Maple Glazed Chicken

    Maple glazed chicken is a quick and easy main dish that's ready in less than 15 minutes. Thin sliced chicken breasts are sauteed and coated in a flavorful maple garlic sauce.
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    A plate of maple glazed chicken with asparagus.

    Quick Chicken Fricassee

    Chicken fricassee, a classic French dish, is made with chicken, mushrooms, carrots, and onions in a creamy sauce. I've turned it into a 30 minute skillet meal, while preserving the comforting flavor of the original.
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    Finished meal in a saute pan on a white wood counter top.

    Slow Cooker Beef and Chorizo Casserole

    By Something Sweet Something Savoury
    Slow cookers are the best for comforting meals, filling your home with the aroma of your dish and the anticipation of dinner time. This beef and chorizo casserole is a perfect use of the slow cooker and pairs great with a pile of mashed potatoes.
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    Chicken Pot Pie with Biscuits

    Chicken Pot Pie with Biscuits is made on the stove top, finished in the oven, and ready in less than an hour. A classic chicken pot pie filling with chicken, vegetables, and a creamy sauce is topped with homemade biscuits.
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    Wooden spoon scooping a biscuit out of the pan.

    Chicken Noodle Casserole

    Chicken noodle casserole is a nostalgic dish made with chicken, egg noodles, veggies, and a creamy, homemade sauce. This filling casserole feeds up to eight and is ready in less than 45 minutes.
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    A wooden spoon scooping noodles, chicken, and veggies in a creamy sauce from a white casserole dish.

    Ravioli Casserole

    Ravioli casserole is a lasagna-style dinner made with frozen ravioli, ground beef, cheese, and your favorite marinara sauce. It's easy to assemble with only six ingredients, and the entire family will love it!
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    Spoonful of ravioli casserole.

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