16 Southern Dinners That Will Make You Fall in Love with Southern Cooking!
Southern cooking is all about bold flavors, hearty portions, and dishes that bring people together. These 16 Southern dinners are a celebration of the best comfort food, from crispy fried chicken to rich, savory stews, each one packed with delicious, time-tested flavors. Whether you’re a Southern food enthusiast or new to the cuisine, these recipes will make you fall in love with the comforting warmth and irresistible taste of Southern cooking. Get ready to savor every bite of these mouthwatering meals!
Tomato Pie Recipe
This savory Southern Tomato Pie is made with summer-ripe tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, and topped with a tasty cheese & mayo topping!
Homemade Biscuits and Gravy
Homemade Biscuits and Gravy is a time-honored classic American breakfast recipe made with flaky buttermilk biscuits smothered with the BEST creamy sausage gravy!
Smothered Chicken
Pan-fried seasoned crispy tender chicken breasts smothered in an onion gravy are downright delicious. Smothered chicken is easy to make and satisfies all those comfort food cravings.
Southern Fried Chicken
There is nothing quite like good old-fashioned Southern Fried Chicken to satisfy your comfort food cravings! The perfectly spiced chicken is crispy on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside. And the leftovers are just as delicious cold the next day, right out of the fridge.
Fried Catfish
The crispy exterior breading of this Southern Fried Catfish is perfectly seasoned with tender, delicious fried fish underneath. It can be ready in under 30 minutes and just as good as going to a fish fry!
Crispy Southern Salmon Patties
Southern Salmon Patties combine canned salmon, cajun seasoning, and cornmeal in this easy crispy Southern style salmon patty recipe.
Shrimp and Grits Recipe
When it comes to comfort food that warms the heart and delights the palate, few dishes can rival the classic Southern charm of Cheesy Shrimp and Grits. This iconic dish has its roots deeply embedded in the American South, capturing the essence of its culinary traditions and blending them into a harmonious and flavorful concoction.
Chicken and Waffles
Chicken and Waffles, made with crispy buttermilk fried chicken and scratch made waffles, is a classic Southern breakfast recipe.
Buttermilk Fried Chicken
Buttermilk Fried Chicken is the ultimate comfort food! Bone in, skin on chicken is soaked in a buttermilk brine, coated, and fried until golden and crispy!
Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Foil Packs
If you’re looking for a tasty meal that’s easy to make, grill up these Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Foil Packs for a satisfying dinner without the mess!
Chicken and Dumpling Soup
Chicken and Dumpling Soup is the ultimate comfort food to make on a cold night. I’ve also included the best tips to make this family favorite, simple recipe even quicker. This southern chicken dish is sure to be a comforting meal for the whole family.
Smothered Pork Chops
This easy Smothered Pork Chops recipe is a Southern classic and true soul food that always satisfies. The velvety, savory gravy and tender, juicy pork chops go so well together and are as perfect for weeknight cooking as they are for Sunday supper.
Biscuits and Gravy Casserole
When it comes to breakfast casseroles, the savoriest and most delicious of them all just might be this Biscuits and Gravy Casserole. Made with a homemade sausage gravy, eggs, just enough cheese, and of course, lots of soft biscuits, this easy breakfast casserole is perfect for large gatherings, lazy weekend breakfasts, and holiday brunch.
Slow Cooker Oxtail
If you’re looking for the ultimate comfort food, this Southern Slow Cooker Oxtail is it. Packed with tender meat, rich flavors, and a flavorful gravy, it’s absolutely delicious and surprisingly simple to make.
Southern Baked Mac and Cheese
This is the best southern baked mac and cheese recipe. Rich, savory and satisfying, it was inspired by Robbie Montgomery, owner and chef at Sweetie Pie’s soul food in St. Louis, MO. A forkful of this cheesy dish will have you salivating for more. Serve with buttery cornbread.
Country Fried Steak
Country Fried Steak, also known as Chicken fried steak, is a Southern food classic but is so easy to make at home. Tenderized round steak, or cube steak, is breaded and fried to a crispy golden brown. The pan drippings are used to make a flavorful creamy milk gravy to smother the steaks.
