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Make the perfect Valentine’s Day menu!! From main dishes to desserts, we’ve got all of the Valentines dinner ideas!

Collage of Valentines dinner recipes.

We Love Love!

We know that Valentine’s Day is often associated with romantic love, but it can be celebrated with anyone special in your life.

Over the years, we have made a variety of meals to celebrate – from Heart Shaped Pizza to Steak, and today we wanted to share some menu ideas for you to use in your own family. From breakfast to desserts, some recipes can help your loved ones feel special all day long.

We’ve tried to make it a special night for the family and usually have a fun and festive dinner with the whole family. Weve included easy, yummy recipes or ones that use fun colors of red and pink. There are plenty of choices to show your love with delicious food!


Our Top 10 Valentines Day Dinner Picks

5 from 28 votes

Heart Shaped Pizza

Share the love with this adorable homemade heart shaped pizza! It's cute, tasty, and ready to enjoy in only 30 minutes!
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4.97 from 82 votes

Steak Marinade

Our all-time favorite steak marinade requires only four ingredients and makes mouth-watering steak that tastes amazing!
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4.99 from 594 votes

Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops

With less than 10 minutes of prep work, these Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops are simple, delicious and the best way to enjoy pork chops.
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5 from 365 votes

Kid-Friendly Spaghetti

Our favorite spaghetti is kid-friendly and simple with a delicious homemade sauce making it the perfect family dinner recipe!
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4.95 from 455 votes

Creamy Swiss Chicken Bake

Indulge in cheesy comfort with creamy swiss chicken bake, an easy weeknight dish smothered in decadent creamy goodness.
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5 from 17 votes

Baked Salmon Recipe

Bake a delicious and healthy pan of salmon for the whole family! Flavored with lemon, garlic, and parsley for a tasty dinner everyone will enjoy.
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5 from 384 votes

Fettuccine Alfredo

Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of this easy fettuccine alfredo that's on the table in only 30 minutes!
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4.88 from 89 votes

Easy Lasagna Recipe

Our family's favorite lasagna recipe – not only because it's delicious but because it's so EASY! With beef, Italian sausage, three cheeses, and tons of seasonings, you know this recipe is going to be a hit!
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5 from 6 votes

Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe

Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu is deliciously breaded chicken filled with ham and cheese. It's a family favorite recipe baked to perfection!!
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5 from 18 votes

Chicken Penne Pasta

Creamy, cheesy, and ready in 30 minutes, this classic chicken penne pasta is the ultimate weeknight comfort food.
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More Valentine’s Day Dinner Recipes

5 from 6 votes

Bruschetta Chicken Recipe

Baked Bruschetta Chicken is marinated in Italian dressing and topped with cheese. It is simple and delicious!!
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Chicken cacciatore on grey plate served over pasta
4.80 from 5 votes

Chicken Cacciatore Recipe

Enjoy a lean version of your favorite ‘hunter-style’ chicken in this Chicken Cacciatore with mushrooms, onions, and red bell pepper.
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5 from 25 votes

Italian Pork Chops Recipe

These Italian Pork Chops require just a few ingredients and are baked in the oven with loads of veggies. Have it ready and on the table in just 30 minutes!
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5 from 13 votes

Smothered Pork Chops Recipe

This creamy Lemon & Thyme Smothered Pork Chops recipe always gets rave reviews. It's flavorful and ready in 35 minutes or less.
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This "Skinny" Chicken Piccata is easy enough to make on a busy weeknight but also fancy enough to make when you have company over! Plus it's a skinny version, which makes it even better!
5 from 18 votes

Healthy Chicken Piccata Recipe

This "Skinny" Chicken Piccata is easy enough to make on a busy weeknight but also fancy enough to make when you have company over! Plus it's a healthy version, which makes it even better!
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5 from 50 votes

Buttery Baked Chicken Recipe

Creamy Buttery Baked Chicken is simple and full of flavor. It is another great dinner idea for any occasion!!
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5 from 44 votes

Baked Ravioli Recipe

Easy Cheesy Baked Ravioli is a quick, simple, and delicious dinner recipe that the whole family loves! It's so cheesy and so tasty!
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5 from 1 vote

Flat Iron Steak Recipe

This flat iron steak recipe is marinated and grilled for a sweet and savory flavor explosion and a perfectly tender steak. 
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5 from 30 votes

Chicken Alfredo Recipe

Simple Chicken Alfredo pasta is a go-to dinner with creamy sauce and sautéed chicken. It's a one-pot meal that the whole family will enjoy!
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5 from 2 votes

Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Deliciously crispy chicken parmesan is smothered in marinara and served over pasta for a restaurant-quality dish made right at home!
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5 from 18 votes

Parmesan Crusted Chicken Recipe

Baked parmesan crusted chicken is crispy on the outside, and tender on the inside, with the perfect hint of lemon!
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5 from 21 votes

Easy Eggplant Parmesan Recipe

Easy eggplant parmesan is hearty, cheesy, and delicious. This meatless dish is sure to make the dinner-time rotation.
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5 from 7 votes

Breaded Pork Chops

Crispy breaded pork chops are made with just a handful of ingredients and cook in 30 minutes for a go-to family favorite!
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4.87 from 23 votes

Chicken Scallopini Recipe

This Chicken Scallopini is a delicious dish of crusted chicken over lemon butter pasta. The combo is irresistible and beyond delicious!
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5 from 8 votes

Steak and Potatoes Recipe

Steak and Potatoes basted in garlic butter is a rich and flavorful dinner perfect for a special occasion, but easy enough for any night!
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4.93 from 14 votes

Sausage Alfredo Recipe

Creamy Sausage Alfredo packed with smoky sausage is a family favorite. It's on the table in only 30 minutes!!
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5 from 9 votes

Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta Recipe

Simple & Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta is bright, cheesy, and comforting. It is a flavorful dish the entire family will love!
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5 from 20 votes

Stuffed Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Chicken breasts stuffed with spinach and cheese, coated in ritz crackers and topped with marinara and mozzarella cheese, it will be a family favorite!
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4.72 from 53 votes

Lemon Chicken with Veggies Recipe

Roasted Lemon Chicken with Veggies including green beans and red potatoes. One of the easiest and yummiest dinner recipes!
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4.91 from 21 votes

Chicken Manicotti Recipe

These manicotti shells are stuffed with a cheesy chicken mixture, and topped with tasty marinara!
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5 from 15 votes

Cheese Fondue

This simple cheese fondue is gooey perfection and is made in minutes. It's a showstopper dip to share, or not!
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5 from 6 votes

Caprese Stuffed Avocados Recipe

Simple and Fresh Caprese Stuffed Avocados are a twist on classic flavors. This is a perfect appetizer or side to any meal!
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5 from 15 votes

Honey Glazed Carrots

Sweet honey glazed carrots are simple and ready in 15 minutes, the perfect side dish for any meal, especially holidays!
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5 from 197 votes

Crescent Rolls

Flaky homemade crescent rolls are soft and tender. They are perfect for Sunday dinner or a holiday gathering!
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5 from 90 votes

Roasted Red Potatoes Recipe

With a handful of ingredients, and 30 minutes bake time – crispy, seasoned oven roasted red potatoes will add flavor to any meal!
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4.96 from 64 votes

Olive Garden Breadsticks Recipe

Just like the originals, these copycat Olive Garden breadsticks are light, airy, and flavored with butter and garlic salt.
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5 from 13 votes

Garlic Knots Recipe

Buttery-soft homemade garlic knots whip up in under 20 minutes and make a perfect side for pizza, pasta, or salads!
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4.95 from 18 votes

Parmesan Crusted Zucchini Recipe

Delicious and Healthy Baked Parmesan Zucchini. These spears are crusted in Parmesan cheese and baked to perfection, making them a great side dish for any meal. 
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5 from 14 votes

Strawberry Harvest Salad Recipe

Strawberry Harvest Salad tastes just like the salad at Zupa's! It's topped with a homemade Strawberry Vinaigrette dressing.
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5 from 4 votes

Baked Parmesan Asparagus

Baked parmesan asparagus is the yummiest way to eat veggies! It takes just 10 minutes to prep and only a handful of seasonings.
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5 from 2 votes

Sauteed Green Beans Recipe

Sauteed green beans are a quick and easy stovetop side that is packed with flavor and comes together in minutes!
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5 from 4 votes

Wedge Salad Recipe

This fresh wedge salad is a classic. It's crisp and refreshing, smothered in creamy dressing and topped with crumbles of cheese and bacon.
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5 from 7 votes

Roasted Tomatoes Recipe

Juicy roasted tomatoes are the yummiest and easiest appetizer or side dish. Roasting them (with a little olive oil, basil and parmesan) brings out every delicious flavor!
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5 from 6 votes

Brussel Sprouts and Bacon Recipe

Brussel sprouts with bacon has a delicious flavor that will make you come back for second and third helpings! Adding bacon is the perfect addition to this side dish recipe that is simple and loved by all.
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4.96 from 22 votes

Easy Tortellini Salad Recipe

Fresh and filling Tortellini Salad whips up in minutes for a delicious summer salad topped with creamy ranch dressing.
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5 from 1 vote

Parmesan Crusted Potatoes Recipe

Crispy, cheesy parmesan crusted potatoes are baked to perfection and full of flavor. They are a finger-licking good side!
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5 from 4 votes

Green Bean Salad Recipe

Crisp and flavorful green bean salad is seasoned with garlic, feta, and lemon for a tasty side, perfect to accompany any dinner!
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4.94 from 15 votes

Herb Roasted Potatoes Recipe

Easy Lemon Herb Roasted Potatoes – A yummy side dish!! Golden potatoes in lemon juice, olive oil, and lots of seasonings!!
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5 from 10 votes

Tomato Mozzarella Salad

Our favorite fresh tomato mozzarella salad delivers big flavors with just 4 simple ingredients in under 10 minutes!
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5 from 12 votes

Caprese Kabobs Recipe

Simple, quick and delicious Caprese Kabobs take minutes to throw together and are perfect for any party or get together.
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About Kristyn

Kristyn Merkley is a published cookbook author, wife, mom of six, and major food enthusiast! For the past 15 years, she has been sharing foolproof, family-friendly recipes—each one tested in her kitchen—that anyone can master. As a seasoned recipe creator, she loves making cooking simple, stress-free, and totally doable for everyone!

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3 Comments

  1. Kristina R says:

    5 stars
    I really love this idea. I have used your homemade dough recipe several times and think it will be perfect for this cute dish.

  2. Olivia says:

    5 stars
    I love all these fun special ideas! Every thing you need for a great Valentine’s Day is right here. Thank you Lil Luna!

  3. Joy says:

    5 stars
    I love making my family a special Valentine’s dinner & I refer to this site every year for ideas! Loving that heart shaped pizza. Anything shaped into a heart is extra special!