16 fall dinners to make when the weather starts to cool down

Fall has arrived, and meals are starting to look a little different. These 16 fall dinner recipes are made for cooler evenings and feature plenty of seasonal ingredients. If you are ready to lean into the cozy flavors of fall, you have come to the right place.

Honey Mustard Chicken Apple Skillet Dinner

Honey mustard chicken apple skillet dinner has that cozy mix of sweet and savory all in one pan. It’s a simple way to make dinner feel warm and comforting. Get the recipe: Honey Mustard Chicken Apple Skillet Dinner

Sweet Potato Casserole

Sweet potato casserole is a warm, comforting dish that combines the natural sweetness. It’s a hearty, feel-good meal that’s sure to bring cozy vibes to any table. Get the recipe: Sweet Potato Casserole

Spicy Roasted Butternut Squash

This spicy roasted butternut squash with quinoa and dried cranberries brings together warm, balanced flavors that feel right for fall. It works well as a warm salad for a light meal or a simple gluten-free side dish. Get the recipe: Spicy Roasted Butternut Squash

Apple Walnut Salad

This apple walnut salad is bright, crisp, and packed with fall flavors. Top mixed greens with juicy apples, candied nuts, pepitas, dried cranberries, red onions, and feta, then toss with an apple cider vinaigrette. Get the recipe: Apple Walnut Salad

One-Pan Butternut Squash Penne

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This one-pan butternut squash penne lets the butternut shine in a dish that’s light, healthy, and seriously satisfying. Simple, cozy, and all made in one pan. Get the Recipe: One-Pan Butternut Squash Penne

Sheet Pan Chicken and Butternut Squash

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Scrap the pots and pans and embrace the ease of one-pan cooking with this simple yet tasty sheet pan recipe. Boneless chicken breast with a homemade garlic Dijon mustard sauce and butternut squash, all roasted together and ready in under an hour. Get the recipe: Sheet Pan Boneless Chicken Breast

Blender Pumpkin Potato Soup

This creamy potato pumpkin soup comes together entirely in the blender in under 10 minutes. It’s smooth, comforting, and ready faster than you’d expect. Get the recipe: Blender Pumpkin Potato Soup

Sweet Potato Egg Casserole

This sweet potato egg casserole is perfect for feeding the crew any time of day. With creamy eggs, roasted sweet potatoes, garlicky spinach, and a cheesy top, it’s also great for meal prep and reheats like a dream. Get the recipe: Sweet Potato Egg Casserole

Pork Chops and Apples

Pork chops and apples are the ideal fall-inspired dinner. This recipe is a sweet and savory dish of pork chops topped with spiced apples that takes only 30 minutes to throw together. Get the recipe: Pork Chops and Apples

Roasted Vegetable Quinoa Salad

This Moroccan-spiced roasted vegetable salad features butternut squash, apples, and pomegranate. This warm quinoa salad is a tasty lunch, side dish, or vegetarian main. Get the recipe: Roasted Vegetable Quinoa Salad

Vegan Pumpkin Mac and Cheese

Loaded with cozy vibes, this vegan pumpkin mac and cheese is comfort food you can actually feel good about. Made with wholesome ingredients and a hint of fall flavor, it’s a bowl of pure plant-based joy. Get the recipe: Vegan Pumpkin Mac and Cheese

Chicken Enchilada Bake with Butternut Squash

This chicken enchilada bake with butternut squash and black beans is a lighter, veggie-packed casserole. It’s layered with tender vegetables and chicken, then finished with cheese and baked until hot and bubbly. Get the recipe: Chicken Enchilada Bake with Butternut Squash

Sweet Potato Chili (Stovetop or Slow Cooker)

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Fall is here, and this vegetarian sweet potato chili is the perfect way to celebrate the season. Hearty, wholesome, and packed with flavor, it’s even better piled high with cheese, cilantro, avocado, or sour cream. Get the recipe: Sweet Potato Chili

Tex Mex Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

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This cheesy stuffed spaghetti squash recipe has a Tex-Mex twist with chili lime chicken, salsa, beans, and cilantro. We love this autumn veggie all dressed up. It’s like a healthy Southwest taco in a spaghetti squash boat. Get the recipe: Tex Mex Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

Simple Butternut Squash Soup with Sage

This butternut squash soup with sage is made with roasted, caramelized squash, fried sage, leeks, and a touch of fresh cream. A few simple chef’s secrets take this soup from ordinary to something special. Get the recipe: Simple Butternut Squash Soup with Sage

Pumpkin Pasta Sauce

Easy to prepare, this pumpkin pasta sauce features browned butter and sage. Enjoy it tossed with freshly cooked pasta or try it with chicken or pork with roasted veggies. This sauce is sure to become your new favorite savory pumpkin recipe. Get the recipe: Pumpkin Pasta Sauce