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    Cooking Gorgeous » MSN Posts

    Perfect Friday Night Dinners: Easy, Delicious, and Fun!

    Published: Aug 7, 2024 by Ayla Clulee · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Friday nights are all about kicking back and enjoying good food with great company! I've put together a collection of recipes that'll make your Friday night dinners easy, fun, and delicious. Whether you're planning a cozy Friday meal with the family or hosting friends, these recipes are a crowd-pleaser.

    Chicken Parmesan Sandwich Recipe

    2 chicken parmesan sandwiches
    Ayla Clulee

    If you're looking for a sandwich that's crispy, cheesy, and downright delicious, you've got to try this delicious Chicken Parmesan Sandwich Recipe. Imagine a perfectly fried crispy chicken breast topped with marinara sauce and gooey mozzarella cheese, all nestled in a soft, grilled ciabatta roll.

    To learn more: Chicken Parmesan Sandwich Recipe

    Doner Kebab

    doner kebab served in pita bread
    Ayla Clulee

    If you want to try some popular and delicious Turkish street food at home, this Doner Kebab Recipe is an excellent choice. You can serve it as a fancy meal on a Friday night or as a delicious street food you can eat on the go.

    To learn more: Turkish Doner Kebab Recipe

    Homemade Peri Peri Chicken

    homemade peri peri chicken served with rice and corn on the cobs
    Ayla Clulee

    Peri Peri Chicken is a delightful one-pot dish made by marinating bone-in chicken pieces and baking them to perfection in the oven. 

    Serve it alongside coconut rice and Air Fryer Corn on the Cob for a perfect family weeknight meal that everyone loves! For Nando's fans, this piri piri chicken is a must-try, offering the same taste as the original but at a lower cost and healthier.

    To learn more: Easy Homemade Peri Peri Chicken

    Chicken Korma

    creamy chicken korma served with bullet naan
    Ayla Clulee

    This homemade Creamy Chicken Korma Recipe is infused with aromatic Indian spices and created with everyday ingredients.

    It is extremely easy to prepare and makes for a delightful curry night when served with Bullet Naan - Spicy Indian Flatbread with Cheese, Crispy Onion Bhaji (Pakora), and Dal Palak (Spinach Dal).

    To learn more: Creamy Chicken Korma Recipe

    Mexican Beef Burrito

    inside of a Mexican burrito
    Ayla Clulee

    Mexican Beef Burrito is a delightful and hearty dish made with a flour tortilla wrapped around seasoned beef, rice, beans, cheese, salsa, and sour cream. The best way to serve this comfort food is alongside Mango Pico de Gallo - Fresh Mango Salsa to create a quick weeknight meal that the whole family will enjoy.

    To learn more: Authentic Mexican Beef Burrito Recipe

    Jamaican Style Pepper Steak

    colourful Jamaican style pepper steak served on rice
    Ayla Clulee

    Jamaican Pepper Steak is a delightful stir-fry dish consisting of beef strips, rich Caribbean spices, sweet bell peppers, and Asian flavorings such as ginger, garlic, and soy sauce.

    Ready in just 30 minutes, this colorful steak dish makes a perfect weeknight meal or a lazy Sunday lunch. Serve it on a bed of plain steamed rice or with a slice of crusty Dutch Oven Sourdough Bread for a meal that the whole family will love!

    To learn more: Jamaican Style Pepper Steak

    Arayes - Meat Stuffed Pita

    arayes is served with a bowl of mint yogurt sauce on the side
    Ayla Clulee

    Arayes, also known as Meat Stuffed Pita, is a popular dish in Middle Eastern cuisine that is loved by many around the world. 

    They consist of ground meat mixed with a blend of exotic spices, then stuffed inside pita bread before they are grilled or baked to perfection. This classic Lebanese street food is simple yet full of flavor that you can serve as a snack, appetizer, or quick weeknight dinner.

    To learn more: Arayes( Meat Stuffed Pita)

    Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese

    freshly baked smoked gouda macaroni and cheese
    Ayla Clulee

    Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese (Baked) is rich and delicious comfort food made with the most incredible cheese sauce and perfectly cooked macaroni pasta. 

    This hearty pasta casserole dish is loaded with 3 different kinds of cheese and topped with crispy bacon bites for extra crunch.

    To learn more: Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese (Baked)

    Thai Fish Cakes

    thai fish cakes and mango salad
    Ayla Clulee

    Thai Fish Cakes (or Tod Mun Pla) are a popular street food/appetizer that pairs perfectly with Thai Style Tomato Chili Jam and a bowl of Spicy Thai Mango Salad. 

    They are packed with traditional Thai flavors such as Thai red curry paste, fish sauce, fresh lemon grass, kaffir lime leaves, chilies, and coriander leaves. And the best part is that they are ready in just 25 minutes which makes them a perfect weekday meal.

    To learn more: Thai Fish Cakes - Tod Mun Pla

    Cokertme Kebab

    Ayla Clulee

    Cokertme Kebabi is a traditional Turkish dish consisting of marinated beef strips and thin crispy fries covered with tomato sauce, and yogurt. 

    This delightful kebab originates from a village in the Milas district of Muğla province and is widely available in restaurants. Same as Orman Kebabi and Tas Kebabi, this special Bodrum Çökertme Kebabı is very easy to make at home with a few fridge ingredients.

    To learn more: Cokertme Kebabi

    Tantuni - Turkish Beef Wraps

    Ayla Clulee

    Tantuni is an iconic Turkish street food made with lightly seasoned small cubes of beef stir-fried in a special pan. 

    This traditional dish is typically served wrapped in lavash bread together with chopped onions, tomatoes, sumac, and parsley. Originating from Mersin city of Turkey, this delicious Tantuni kebab wrap is full of Mediterranean flavors you will love!

    To learn more: Tantuni

    Salmon and Spinach Quiche

    salmon quiche with spinach
    Ayla Clulee

    Salmon and Spinach Quiche is a light, creamy, and indulgent treat that is perfect for a delicious breakfast, brunch, lunch, or a light dinner. 

    This flavorsome quiche features a buttery homemade pastry crust, and a creamy egg base scattered with fresh spinach and salmon filling. It is very straightforward to make at home with simple ingredients, and impressive enough to wow your guests!

    To learn more: Salmon and Spinach Quiche

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    Welcome to Cooking Gorgeous, where delicious easy-to-follow recipes and culinary inspiration await you! My name is Ayla Clulee, a passionate and professional Cordon Bleu-trained chef, recipe developer, and food content creator with decades of experience. I am based in the UK, and I'm thrilled to have you here.

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