Nothing beats comfort food on a cold winter’s day – so the next time you’re in the mood, try these comfort food recipes featuring soups and stews, creamy pasta dishes, cheesy goodness and more.
Comfort food has a special place in my heart.
I’m lucky to live in a place where my life is shaped by the passage from Spring to Summer, Fall to Winter, so I know each season has its own unique charms.
In winter, which is when I’m writing this article, I love nothing more than being in a (some would say uncomfortably) warm home, shutters closed, sheepskin-lined boots on, with a bowl or plate of comfort food while Ben and I watch whatever show is the latest on our list.
Comfort food for us often looks like mac and cheese, but is also frequently anything featuring pasta, chili, chicken, soup – or a combo of all four!
I’m getting hungry just thinking about it.
This collection of comfort food recipes serves up some of the classics and suggests some new tasty new options to try.
(You’ll want to check out this easy white chicken chili too).
Comfort food recipes
Delve into a world of comforting flavors with this American goulash recipe, a hearty and satisfying one-pot wonder. Infused with the robust flavors of ground beef, macaroni, tomatoes, and a blend of spices.
Tender Italian chicken meatballs, marinara sauce, and gooey, melty cheese unite for the ultimate pan of comfort food.
Chicken and chorizo pasta bake is a delicious, simple and quick to make comfort food family dinner recipe. This filling dinner can be on the table in just one hour.
Chicken fricassee is a classic French stew that is full of flavor. This chicken fricassee recipe is a one-pan meal made using everyday pantry staples.
Use up your chicken leftovers for this delicious and hearty chicken noodle casserole. Using canned goods for most of the ingredients makes this an inexpensive meal.
Chili con carne is a comforting, hearty meal that satisfies every appetite – perfect for those cooler months.
Filled with roast chicken and vegetables in a savory cream sauce and topped with a tender, flaky herbed pie crust, this “from scratch” chicken pot pie is deliciousness in a bite.
This classic shepherd's pie recipe marries a heavenly, umami-rich beef vegetable stew with a savory potato mash for comfort food perfection.
This warm and creamy chicken enchilada soup is the ultimate comfort food that everyone will love.
This Korean-inspired recipe is a little spicy, a little tangy and very savory. Quick comfort food, here we come!
There is something so comforting about pineapple and chicken!. This easy family meal is the ultimate comfort food and it’s so easy to make. Just dump the ingredients in your slow cooker and you're away.
Chicken pulao - comfort food that bursts with flavors from the combination of tender chicken and aromatic spices. It's the best hearty, filling, satisfying, and healthy gluten-free meal ever.
This flavorful, taste-bud tingling Instant Pot vegan chili recipe is made with black-eyed peas and spices. It's an effortless and comforting dish that can be made in 30 minutes.
These homemade Italian meatballs are soft, tender & melt-in-your-mouth delicious. They're made with ground beef and breadcrumbs and then baked in the oven for easy clean up.
This creamy dumpling potato soup, called Kneophla soup ,is a family favorite and a traditional German heritage soup.
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this mouthwatering lamb chili recipe. This hearty and flavorful dish combines tender, succulent lamb with a medley of aromatic spices, kidney beans, and tomatoes, creating a satisfying meal that will warm both body and soul.
Tender chicken, veggies, and homemade dumplings make this comfort food a family favorite! It's a hearty meal for your stomach and your soul.
Pasta carbonara is a hearty, comforting Italian dish that combines cured pork, eggs and Parmigiano cheese. Tastes like heaven.
Hot cheesy baked pasta is Italian comfort food at its best. This meatless Rigatoni Al Fono is a classic recipe loaded with layers of cheese & a rich vegetable tomato sauce.
The potato moussaka with minced meat is easy to make comfort food.
Tender slow cooker collard greens are perfectly seasoned for a delicious southern side dish. This comfort food classic is easy to make & satisfies the soul.
This southern baked mac and cheese is the ultimate comfort food. Made with a secret ingredient for the most creamy texture, it's so easy to make and always a big hit.
These vegetarian biscuits and gravy are warm, flaky, buttery clouds of goodness topped with creamy, well-seasoned sauce made easily at home.
Tater Tot casserole is a classic comfort food your family will love! It has a layer of ground beef mixed with a creamy veggie sauce and topped with crispy Tater Tots and melted cheddar cheese
White bolognese lasagna has a depth of flavor you wouldn't expect. The creamy sauce is perfectly matched with the ricotta and noodles in this delicious dish.
Nothing beats comfort food on a cold winter’s day – so the next time you’re in the mood, try these comfort food recipes featuring soups and stews, creamy pasta dishes, cheesy goodness and more.