Festive and Delicious Holiday Main Dishes to Impress Your Guests

The holiday season is a time for celebrating with loved ones and enjoying delicious food. If you’re hosting a holiday gathering, you’ll want to impress your guests with a festive and delicious main dish.

There are many different options to choose from, so you’re sure to find the perfect main dish for your event. Here are a few ideas.

Crock Pot Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham

crockpot ham.
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Let your slow cooker do the work of getting a great main course ready for the holidays. This recipe is so easy to cook and makes the most tender and tasty ham!

Get the recipe: Crockpot ham.

Roasted Turkey Breast with Cranberry Chutney

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Skip the can of cranberry sauce and opt for this flavorful and colorful cranberry chutney instead. It pairs perfectly with this expertly roasted turkey breast.

Get the recipe here: Oven roasted turkey breast with cranberry chutney. 

Garlic Butter Prime Rib 

Prime rib.
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Make a prime rib for Thanksgiving to offer an indulgent main course. This recipe has the best garlic butter flavor, I know your family will be thankful for this dish!

Get the recipe: Garlic Butter Prime Rib.

Marmite Mustard Leg of Lamb 

Leg of lamb with marmite mustard.
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This marmite mustard leg of lamb is unique and so tasty for the holidays. You only need 5 minutes to prep this flavorful dish.

Get the recipe: Marmite Mustard Leg of Lamb.

Ham Shank 

Ham shank with bone in.
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Prepare a ham shank for Thanksgiving for a presentation that will grab everyone’s attention. Especially if you feel that there is something very appealing about serving bone in meat for the holidays!

Get the recipe: Ham Shank.

Pecan Praline Glazed Ham 

Pecan praline ham.
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Give your holiday ham a yummy sweet twist by adding pecan praline glaze. This is one of the best ways to serve ham on a special occasion! 

Get the recipe: Pecan Praline Glazed Ham.

Roast Beef with Garlic and Herb Breadcrumbs 

Bread crumbs on roast beef.
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Make this roast beef with a delectable garlic herb crust for the holidays. Your family will welcome this change from turkey as it simply has the best flavor!

Get the recipe: Roast Beef with Garlic and Herb Breadcrumbs.

Bourbon and Peach Glazed Ham 

Glazed peach ham.
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Make a holiday ham with bourbon and peach glaze. This recipe has the best flavor and is rather easy to prepare for an epic feast.

Get the recipe: Bourbon and Peach Glazed Ham.

Slow Cooker Turkey Tenderloin 

Slow cooker turkey with gravy over top.
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Free up oven space on Thanksgiving by making your turkey tenderloin in the slow cooker. This method is fuss free and the results are tender and tasty every time.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Turkey Tenderloin.

Kahlua Pineapple Glazed Ham 

Kahlua glazed ham.
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Make a kahlua pineapple glazed ham for an extra flavorful holiday meal. It is easy, and offers a welcome change from the standard brown sugar glaze.

Get the recipe: Kahlua Pineapple Glazed Ham.

Honey Orange Glazed Ham 

Glazed spiral ham.
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Make a glazed ham with honey orange flavors for a tender and tasty main course. This recipe is sure to be loved by everyone who tries it as orange brings so much flavor to salty ham.

Get the recipe: Honey Orange Glazed Ham.

Smoked Prime Rib 

Smoked prime rib.
Photo Credit: Dinner at the Zoo.
Photo Credit: Dinner at the Zoo.

Make a smoked prime rib for the most flavorful holiday dinner. This recipe is worth raving about from the first bite.

Get the recipe: Smoked Prime Rib.

Reverse Sear Rack of Lamb 

Leg of lamb on a plate with stuffing.
Photo Credit: Whisked Away Kitchen.
Photo Credit: Whisked Away Kitchen.

I know you are going to love the flavor of this reverse sear rack of lamb. Serve it with a dijon sauce for a feast worthy of Thanksgiving!

Get the recipe: Reverse Sear Rack of Lamb.

Roasted Turkey Porchetta 

Rolled turkey breast.
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Serve turkey while switching things up a bit. This herb stuffed turkey has the best flavor for a meal to share with your family on Thanksgiving.

Get the recipe: Roasted Turkey Porchetta.

Instant Pot Ham 

Slices of ham on a platter.
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Make this ham in your instant pot for a fuss free and fast holiday main course. You are going to love the tender results you achieve in a fraction of the time.

Get the recipe: Instant Pot Ham.

Lemon Herb Turkey Breast 

Turkey being carved.
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Make a lemon herb turkey breast for Thanksgiving to avoid wasted dark meat. You will love the flavor this recipe brings to the table.

Get the recipe:Lemon Herb Turkey Breast.

Dr Pepper Ham

Slices of ham on a platter.
Photo Credit: The Feathered Nester.

This ham is glazed with Dr. Pepper for an easy and delicious holiday meal. Pop these simple ingredients into the crock pot for a fuss free main course.

Get the recipe: Dr. Pepper Ham.

Oven Roasted Chicken 

A roasted chicken on a platter of green beans.
Photo Credit:  Accidentally Ham Baker.

If you are cooking for a small group, a perfectly roasted chicken makes a good main course. This recipe is easy to follow and always produces great results.

Get the recipe: Oven Roasted Chicken.

Dry Brined Smoked Turkey 

A smoked turkey.
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Smoked turkey is always a good idea for Thanksgiving! This recipe is so easy to follow for the best smoky, herby turkey.

Get the recipe: Dry Brined Smoked Turkey.

Spinach Stuffed Chicken

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If you don’t need a big turkey to feed your small family for the holiday, consider this delicious spinach stuffed chicken as an alternative. It is very delicious, and perfect for feasting on Thanksgiving with a smaller group.

Get the recipe: Spinach stuffed chicken.

Give Thanks For Dessert:

Lattice Topped Peach Pie For Thanksgiving
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Thanksgiving is a time for feasting and celebrating with loved ones. And what better way to end a delicious meal than with a festive and delicious dessert?  But Who says it has to be Thanksgiving to enjoy these.  I say year round works too!

Find these Thanksgiving Desserts You’ll Love here.

Delicious Fall Flavored Desserts:

Apple Cider Donuts
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From pumpkin pie to apple donuts to pecan pie, there are so many delicious options to choose from. And the best part is, most of these desserts are easy to make, even if you’re not a seasoned baker. In this collection you will find a few must make options that I know your family will love.

Find the Best Fall Flavored Desserts here.

Winner Winner Chicken Dinner

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Chicken is a versatile and affordable protein that can be used to create a variety of delicious meals. Whether you’re on a tight budget or just looking for easy and budget-friendly recipes, chicken is a great option.

Find these 21 Great Chicken Dinner Ideas

25 Tempting Chocolate Desserts

Chocolate Dessert Ideas
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Chocoholics, rejoice! You’ve found your true heaven – a land where chocolate reigns supreme. This beloved flavor has the power to take your favorite desserts from great to heavenly. Indulge in the heavenly bounty of chocolate today!

Find 25 Great Chocolate Recipes here.

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