Looking for some weeknight wins and dinner flexes? This week’s lineup is loaded with cozy comfort (peep the gnocchi 👀), flame-grilled favorites, and bright, punchy sides to wake up your taste buds.
Whether you’re craving a juicy ribeye, spicy sushi, or just want a killer new way to do broccoli, there’s something here with your name on it.
Hope you enjoy! — Rhys
14 Delicious Dinners — Cozy Classics, Fresh Twists & Dinner Wins
1. Chicken Gnocchi
A cozy bowl of pillowy gnocchi, tender chicken, and veggies in a creamy, herb-infused gravy.
Roasted Chicken & Gnocchi by Talula's Garden
Crispy spatchcock chicken, truffle and tarragon ‘gravy,’ brown butter gnocchi & lemon brûlée
1h 30m • 4 servings
2. Bone-In Chicken Breast with Garlic Herb Butter
Juicy, crispy-skinned chicken breast finished with melting garlic-lemon butter.
GARLIC & HERB HALF CHICKEN by The Weather Room
Seared half chicken, garlic lemon herb butter; choice of one side
50m • 2 servings
3. Vodka Pasta
A luscious tomato cream sauce spiked with vodka, tossed with perfectly cooked pasta.
Vodka Pasta by Druthers Brewing Company
Gnochetti, house vodka sauce, shaved parmesan, pistachio pesto
30m • 4 servings
4. Grilled Lamb Chops with Rosemary
Tender lamb chops grilled with fresh rosemary.
Wood-Fire Grilled Lamb Chops by Green Valley Grill
Rosemary port wine jus, Greek roasted potatoes, asparagus.
1h 10m • 4 servings
5. Ribeye on the Grill
Rich, marbled ribeye steak, seasoned simply and seared over an open flame.
Grilled Ribeye by Local 22 Kitchen & Bar
12 oz. Flame Grilled Grassfed Beef, Parmesan Garlic Fries, Maître D' Butter
1h • 2 servings
6. Salmon Sushi Roll
Vibrant sushi roll with fresh salmon, avocado, and a hint of spicy mayo.
SPICY SALMON ROLL by Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar
Experience a burst of flavor with our Spicy Salmon Roll, featuring fresh salmon, creamy avocado, and a kick of spicy mayo, all rolled in perfectly seasoned sushi rice.
45m • 4 servings
7. Roasted Beets Salad
Roasted beet salad with tarragon vinaigrette and blue cheese.
ROASTED BEET SALAD by Social Southern Table & Bar
roasted beets, Danish blue cheese, tarragon vinaigrette
1h 15m • 4 servings
8. Stromboli
Golden, crispy dough wrapped around layers of Italian meats, cheese, and herbs.
Stromboli by Tony's Cafe
Indulge in our mouthwatering Stromboli, a savory rolled pastry filled with a delightful blend of Italian meats, melty cheese, and a medley of fresh vegetables.
50m • 4 servings
9. Garlic Green Beans
Crisp-tender green beans sautéed with fresh garlic and a hint of lemon zest.
Buttered Green Beans by Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen
15m • 4 servings
10. Broiled Chilean Sea Bass
Flaky sea bass broiled glazed with stone ground honey mustard. Serve with crisp Asian slaw to complete it!
Chilean Sea Bass by Cafe 2825
Encrusted roasted Chilean sea bass glazed with stone ground honey mustard
40m • 4 servings
11. Falafel Pita Pizza
Crispy chickpea falafel on top of a warm pita with cucumber, tomato, and tahini.
FALAFEL PITA by Neomonde Mediterranean Raleigh
Chickpeas, onion, garlic, herbs and spices, fried in sunflower oil and served with shredded lettuce, diced tomato, Lebanese pickles, turnips and lemon tahini sauce V
1h • 4 servings
12. Street-Style Burger
Juicy beef patty smashed and seared, topped with melty cheese and chip-mayo.
THE BEAST BURGER by Left Bank Downtown
DOUBLE SMASHED PATTY, AMERICAN CHEESE, LETTUCE, BACON, CARAMELIZED ONIONS, FRIED EGG, CHIPOTLE MAYO. SERVED WITH FRIES OR SALAD.
45m • 2 servings
13. Steakhouse Creamed Corn
Sweet corn simmered in cream, butter, and a touch of parmesan.
CHOPHOUSE CORN by Ocean Prime
Indulge in our Chophouse Corn, a delightful blend of sweet, juicy corn kernels sautéed to perfection and tossed with a medley of savory herbs and spices.
20m • 6 servings
14. Broccoli with Siracha Aioli
Blistered broccoli tossed with siracha aioli and toasted sesame.
CRISPY BROCCOLI by Cardinal
Broccoli florets, ginger sweet and sour, siracha aioli, sesame seeds (GF)
40m • 4 servings
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