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There’s nothing quite like a cozy movie night in, and we’ve got the perfect recipes to make your night even better! Whether you’re looking for a romantic date night in or a fun family movie night, we’ve got you covered. And if you’re looking for something a little healthier, we’ve got some delicious options for that too. So snuggle up with your favorite blanket and get ready for a cozy night in with our list of the best dinner recipes for a cozy movie night in!
Table of Contents
- Family Movie Night Dinner Ideas
- Date Night Dinner Ideas
- Healthy Movie Night Dinner Ideas
- Final Thoughts
Family Movie Night Dinner Ideas
There's nothing quite like a family movie night. You get to spend some quality time with your loved ones, indulge in some delicious snacks, and enjoy a good film. But what are the best recipes to make for family movie night? Here are some of our favorites.
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White Cheddar Chicken Nachos
White Cheddar Chicken Nachos are a delicious snack dinner that pairs perfectly with a movie night!
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Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
Taking two favorites, a grilled cheese sandwich, and a pepperoni pizza, and combining them is in one word, brilliant.
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Easy Oven-Roasted Sausage and Potatoes Recipe
Easy Oven-Roasted Sausage and Potatoes. Simple and delicious, this one-pan Sausage and Potatoes Recipe is filled with onion, sweet Italian sausage, bell peppers, and baby potatoes. Enjoy this hearty, family-friendly dinner as aquick movie night meal, and enjoy the leftovers for meal prep the next afternoon.
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Chicken Philly Sandwich
These Chicken Philly Sandwiches are loaded with chicken, peppers, and onions.
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Vegan Pizza Rolls
Making vegan pizza rolls makes pizza night even better! They're so good, even your non-vegan friends will love them. Learn how to make an easy pizza dough, add all your favorite pizza toppings and roll them up.
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Sloppy Joe Stuffed Rolls Recipe
Family movie night-Sloppy Joes Stuffed Rolls are kid approved and super easy. Crispy on the outside with a delicious sloppy job filling.
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Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings
These Buffalo Wings are perfect for movie night with the family! They are easy to whip up and tastes delish!
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Chicken Taco "Cupcakes"
Chicken taco cupcakes are an easy to make dish that is packed with flavor, in a cute cupcake form!
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Best Cheesy Garlic Pizza
This easy and cheesy garlic pizza is the most delicious pizza ever! Its made with our homemade pizza dough that is soft on the inside and crispy on the outside, topped with garlic and butter sauce, mozzarella, chili flakes, and dries basil.
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Cast Iron Pan Pizza
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Instant Pot Chicken Tacos
These Instant Pot Chicken Tacos are a fast and easy weeknight dinner for the family when you’ve had a long day. Cook chicken from fresh or frozen!
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Easy Pizza Sliders
Easy and delicious pizza sliders made with Hawaiian rolls, melty mozzarella cheese, sauce, and pepperoni are a tasty appetizer or quick meal.
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Easy Totchos (Loaded Tater Tot Nachos)
Tachos are a fun take on the classic loaded nachos! Make enough for two or feed a crowd and customize the toppings to however you like it!
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Pizza Bianca (White Pizza Recipe)
My Bacon Mac and Cheese is a delicious family-friendly meal that contains bacon, crunchy breadcrumbs, and a creamy cheese sauce. You will love this delicious Baked Mac and Cheese. It’s an easy meal that offers comfort in every bite.
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Tortellini and Sausage Bake
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Pepper Jack Cheese Crescent Pigs in a Blanket
These Pepper Jack Cheese Crescent Pigs in a Blanket are a tasty new twist on a classic recipe with sharp Pepper Jack cheese and a buttery crescent roll with a hot dog. With only 3 ingredients, this easy recipe is perfect for a fun family movie night!
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Frozen Chicken Nuggets Air Fryer Recipe
Give the kids what they want on movie night, and serve these easy air fryer frozen chicken nuggets! They're sure to please any picky eaters in the household.
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Puff Pastry Pizza
This puff pastry pizza is so easy to put together and perfect to enjoy during the movie! Top it with your favorite toppings and make it your own!
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Air Fryer Taquitos with Chicken
Air Fryer Taquitos with Chicken are simple and flavorful, plus SO easy to make. Cook the chicken filling in your slow cooker, then fill up some tortillas for a crispy finish in the air fryer!
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Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp
This Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp recipe is ready in 30 minutes – faster than you can drive to your local seafood joint. Bonus – it’s a lot cheaper, to make at home, too! This coconut shrimp recipe is fresh and full of yummy Caribbean flavors.
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Buffalo Chicken Fries
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Philly Cheesesteak Sliders
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Cheese Quesadilla
This 4 ingredient cheese quesadilla is such an easy recipe and is so good! This classic cheese quesadilla recipe is perfect as an appetizer or even a meal and ! It is sure to become a family favorite.
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Bacon and Cheese Loaded Fries.
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Date Night Dinner Ideas
Whether you're trying to impress that special someone or just want to cozy up with your best friend, we've got the perfect recipes for you! These dishes are sure to make date night extra special. So pop some popcorn, pour yourself a glass of wine, and get ready to enjoy a romantic night in!
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Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo
Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo is healthy Italian-inspired comfort food made with no cream or butter but milk instead! This deliciously thick and creamy restaurant quality pasta dish is a one pot dinner ready in only 25 minutes.
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Sun-Dried Tomato Alfredo with Chicken
This sun dried tomato alfredo with chicken is absolutely divine! Fresh fettuccine noodles are cloaked in a rich and flavorful sun-dried tomato alfredo sauce and topped withspiced chicken, Parmesan cheese, fresh basil leaves and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. It's one of those go-to delicious meals that you'll want to make again and again.
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Creamy Cavolo Nero Pasta (Tuscan Kale)
Nothing serves up better on movie night than this easy, creamy Cavolo Nero Pasta. Pair it with pizza and a cerveza and you have a win-win combination.
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'Nduja Vodka Sauce Pasta
This 'nduja vodka sauce pasta is a flavorful sausage and tomato cream sauce with a spicy kick! It's a quick and delicious recipe that we just can't get enough of!
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Chicken and Whole Wheat Spaghetti Recipe
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Crispy Cast Iron Skillet Pizza
This easy Paprika Chicken Pizza with slightly spicy and smoky chicken and juicy cherry tomatoes is great for family movie night. Simple yet flavorful and filling!
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One-Pot Creamy Chicken Gnocchi
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Paprika Chicken Pizza
This easy Paprika Chicken Pizza with slightly spicy and smoky chicken and juicy cherry tomatoes is great for family movie night. Simple yet flavorful and filling!
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Lamb Chops in Air Fryer Recipe
Air fryer lamb chops are a simple yet special recipe that's perfect to share with a date, and your oven will be free for sides or a dessert!
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Fig, Pear, Walnut, Brie, Honey and Goat Cheese Pizza
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Spaghetti Arrabbiata
This quick, spicy Spaghetti Arrabbiata is ready in just about 30 minutes. You’ll be sure to impress your friends and family with this easy, restaurant-quality meal!
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Cajun Honey Butter Salmon Bites
This Cajun Honey Butter Salmon Bites recipe is a sweet and savory meal that is ready in just 15 minutes. Tender and moist salmon cooked in a delicious Cajun-style sauce is about to become your go-to quick & easy dish.
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California Roll in a Bowl
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Sweet Spicy Chinese Beef Noodles
Stir fries are quick and easy -- this recipe also happens to be GANGBUSTERS GOOD! Enjoy this while sitting cross legged on the sofa with the bowl tucked in your lap while enjoying your favorite flick.
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Slow Cooker Lamb Ragu
This warming slow cooker lamb ragu is the perfect comfort food. Throw it all in the slow cooker in the morning for a delicious effortless meal at dinner time.
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Jalapeno Popper Skillet Pizza
This Jalapeno Popper Skillet Pizza recipe is the pizza recipe I make most often. Such a delicious dinner idea made in a cast iron skillet.
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Takeaway Chicken Kebab Recipe
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Sheet Pan Chicken, Potato, and Green Bean Bake
This easy chicken potato green bean bake is a tasty sheet pan dinner that only takes 10-15 minutes of your time. Let the oven do the heavy lifting tonight with this simple, low prep dinner.
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Greek Meze Platter
A delicious Greek Meze platter that is filled with fresh pita bread, chicken skewers, cheese, dips fries and vegetables. It's a real crowd pleaser and perfect for entertaining. Quick and easy to make, but it looks super impressive.
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Vegetarian Stuffed Bell Peppers
These Vegetarian Stuffed Bell Peppers are loaded with vegetables, Mexican-inspired flavors, and hearty with black beans and couscous.
Healthy Movie Night Dinner Ideas
Gather your friends and prepare for a night of good eats and great movies! These recipes are not only healthy, but they'll leave you feeling satisfied without weighing you down. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!
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Asian Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce
Asian Lettuce Wraps are a fun dinner that is extra delicious thanks to the easy peanut sauce
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Mediterranean Hummus Pizza
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Airfryer Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Pockets
Airfryer Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Pockets are an easy to make appetizer or dinner that's perfect for movie night!
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Quick Flatbread Pizza Margherita
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Homemade Sweet Potato Pizza
Easy and delicious Sweet Potato Pizza topped with caramelized onions, sweet potatoes and goat cheese. It's a fall-flavored pizza that's has something for everyone!
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Cauliflower Buffalo Wings with Vegan Ranch Dip
These cauliflower buffalo wings with vegan ranch dip are the perfect comfort food! They’re super easy to make and they’re soooo delicious! We simply can’t get enough of them!
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Mushroom Shawarma
Add some bold flavor to your weekly menu with this savory Mushroom Shawarma recipe. It takes just 30 minutes from start to finish — just marinate and roast the mushrooms, then serve with warm pita, fresh or pickled veggies, and a zesty tahini sauce.
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Vegetable Pasta with Sweet Potato and Brussels Sprouts
A Vegetable Pasta with Sweet Potatoes and Brussels Sprouts recipe that is quick and easy to make. Flavored with balsamic vinegar, garlic, and pepper jack cheese. Top it with pecans and you have a well-balanced and hearty vegetarian meal!
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Mushroom and Asparagus Risotto
This vegan take on risotto is deliciously made with mushrooms and blanched asparagus. Enjoy this as the perfect weeknight meal or side! Only 7 ingredients!
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The Best Vegan Gyozas
These vegetable dumplings or potstickers are filled with tofu and fresh vegetables and served with a delicious homemade dipping sauce. Perfect to serve for a party or movie night!
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Sweet Potato Wedges with Lime
This Sweet Potato Wedges sprinkled with lime zest are a simple appetizer, snack, or side dish yet absolutely delicious, crunchy, and amazingly flavourful.
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Naan Pizza in Air Fryer
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Make Your Own Taco Bar
This quick and easy taco bar is one of those dinners where you can get your kids involved in preparing the food. You can also use multiple store brought items to make it semi-homemade treat.
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Instant Pot Beef American Goulash Recipe
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Incredibly Juicy Oven Baked Turkey Burgers
These turkey burgers come out perfect every time! Incredibly juicy and delicious, they'll be a hit with your whole family!
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Chickpea Pasta Salad
This chickpea pasta salad is made with pasta, cucumber, pepper, tomatoes, chickpeas, and feta cheese. We topped this salad with our favorite greek salad dressing.
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Vegan Stuffed Shells
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Final Thoughts
Whether you’re enjoying a movie night with your family and friends or having a date night, we hope these movie night dinner ideas and recipes have helped you plan the perfect night!
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