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14 Fresh Dinner Recipes — Tzatziki Chicken Bowl, Curry, Empanadas & More

14 Fresh Dinner Recipes — Tzatziki Chicken Bowl, Curry, Empanadas & More

Plus even more dinner ideas!

Rhys Lawson
September 14, 2025

This week’s menu is serving up bold global flavors and cozy comforts, perfect for easing into September evenings:

…and plenty more, from smoky BBQ flatbreads and hearty beef stew to southern-style Redfish & Grits and classic Shrimp Po’ Boys.

Whether you’re in the mood for light Mediterranean bites, spice-packed curries, or comfort food that sticks to your ribs, there’s something here to make dinner extra satisfying.

Hope you enjoy! — Rhys

14 Fresh Dinner Recipes — Tzatziki Chicken Bowl, Curry, Empanadas & More

1. Tzatziki Grilled Chicken Bowls

Juicy grilled chicken with cool cucumber yogurt sauce.

GYROS BOWL by The Distillery Restaurant Mt. Hope

Grilled marinated chicken, rice pilaf, salad greens, tomato, cucumber, red onion, feta, kalamata olive, red wine vinaigrette, grilled naan bread, tzatziki
1h • 2 servings

2. Vegan Chickpea Curry

Creamy, spiced coconut curry with chickpeas and spinach.

Chickpea and cauliflower curry (v) (gf) by Wild Ginger McKenzie

An Indian inspired vegan dish using our house made curry powder. Chickpeas and cauliflower are slow cooked in a classic masala of onions, ginger, garlic and tomato.
50m • 4 servings

3. Empanadas de Carne

Beef-filled pastry pockets with garlic aioli.

Empanadas de Carne, de Huitlacoche or Pollo by Aguardente

Fried Flour tortillas your choice ground beef, chicken or corn mushrooms with red and green peppers, onions, garlic, paprika, and drizzled with a vegetable aioli
1h 30m • 6 servings

4. Thai Nad Prik Pao Tofu

Sweet chili paste stir-fry with tofu and veggies.

Thai Chili Tofu by Barrio Grand Rapids

Crispy tofu cubes stir-fried in a vibrant blend of Thai chilies, garlic, and fresh vegetables, delivering a perfect balance of heat and flavor.
30m • 4 servings

5. BBQ Chicken Flatbreads

Charred chicken with smoky BBQ glaze on flatbread.

BBQ CHICKEN FLATBREAD by Twisted Ranch

Diced BBQ Chicken, mixed cheese, red onion, and BBQ Ranch.
25m • 2 servings

6. Sea Bass Veracruz

Pan-seared sea bass (also great with redfish) with tomato, olives, and capers.

Veracruz-style Sea Bass by La Mesa Mexican Restaurant

A flavorful sea bass dish inspired by Veracruz cuisine.
30m • 4 servings

7. Beef Stew with Root Vegetables

Slow-simmered beef with carrots and potatoes.

Harvest Beef Stew by HUB Restaurant & Ice Creamery

Warm up with our Harvest Beef Stew, a hearty blend of tender beef slow-cooked to perfection with seasonal root vegetables and aromatic herbs.
2h 30m • 6 servings

8. Vegan Stuffed Peppers

Peppers filled with quinoa, beans, and herbs.

Vegan Stuffed Peppers by Big Ditch Brewing Company

Twin bell peppers stuffed with wild rice & black bean corn relish, served over roasted red pepper marinara with garlic toast.
1h 5m • 2 servings

9. Mediterranean Lamb Meatballs

Served with tzatziki and pita.

Mediterranean Spiced Lamb Meatballs by Mister A's

Fennel tzatziki, heirloom tomato, flatbread
45m • 4 servings

10. Spinach & Mushroom Scramble

Breakfast-for-dinner scrambled eggs, spinach and mushrooms.

Spinach & Mushroom Scramble by Saffron Columbus

Egg Beaters scrambled with slow-roasted tomatoes, onion, fresh spinach and mushrooms. With three chicken apple sausage links, fresh fruit and dry whole wheat toast.
25m • 2 servings