Christmas food ideas for dinner meals main courses

The best Christmas dinner ideas! These festive holiday main dishes are so fun to make for Christmas Eve or Christmas Day dinner - there’s something for everyone!

Maybe it’s getting a head start with just the main course or something sweet for dessert, or perhaps you prefer to get the bulk of the meal done ahead of time. From the appetizers to the main course to the sides and dessert, we’re sharing more than 30 recipes for festive make-ahead Christmas dinner.

Spice up your Christmas feast with new and exciting alternative Christmas dinner recipes for a memorable holiday dinner!

Here is a selection of most popular Christmas main dishes & entrees for a festive holiday dinner including roast turkey, whole chicken, rack of lamb, beef pot roast, classic baked ham, salmon, sheet pan meals, vegetarian recipes, vegan meatloaf etc. Christmas dinner ideas also include non-traditional recipes like curry & casseroles, plus Christmas main dishes for a crowd and some make-ahead recipes. Get the easy Christmas menu ideas / Christmas Recipes / Holiday recipes! #christmas #recipes

Elevate your Christmas Eve with these gourmet dinner ideas! From succulent prime rib to easy sheet pan meals, discover recipes that promise festive flavors and culinary elegance. #ChristmasDinner #HolidayFeast #GourmetRecipes

Sweet and tender roasted carrots in a tasty maple dijon glaze.

These sweet and savory Christmas meatballs, made with ground beef, port wine, and a rich sauce, are just what you need for your next holiday party!

These Christmas beef entree stunners are sure to wow your holiday party guests.

Garlic Roasted Potatoes and Veggies - a blend of potatoes, carrots, and green beans deliciously seasoned with garlic and herbs.

Christmas salmon is a festive and flavorful main for the holidays! It's salmon baked in a pomegranate sauce and served with fresh rosemary.