7 Dishes for a Perfect Date Night at Home

By Jennifer A. • Feb 16, 2024

When it's time to treat someone special, what is a more intimate way to show your love for them than with a delightful dinner at home? Homemade meals really are the best love language. Well, you're in luck, because these dishes are perfect for a party of two and create the most romantic ambience for your evening. Light a candle and enjoy!

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#1. 50/50 Spaghetti

This is a dish just demanding to be shared with someone special. 50/50 Spaghetti coats the tender pasta in herbaceous, fragrant pesto and pairs it with zucchini strings; that's right, the pasta and the side salad are one and the same, and you'd never taste the difference! Served alongside this emerald pasta treat are bright, juicy roasted tomatoes and flaky, fatty salmon fillets cooked to a gorgeous pink. Clocking in at just 40 minutes, 50/50 Spaghetti could be a date night dinner or a weeknight meal; it has endless possibilities!

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#2. Chicago-Style Strip Steak

When you have a date night with that special someone and you are searching for a scrumptious meal to make a great impression, look no further than this easy, delicious main-squeeze dish. Chicago-Style Strip Steak is in its peak form and is definitely dressed to impress. Blow away any doubt of your cooking ability when you marinate a couple of thick New York (ironic, we know) strip steaks in a well-seasoned apricot-preserve-enhanced sauce before you grill them to your liking. Kiss your fear of steak-grilling rejection good-bye! A feast for the eyes and taste buds, Chicago-Style Strip Steak will make you feel like you've just walked the magnificent mile of steak greatness.

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#3. Hasselback Chicken

If you are looking for something special to serve your special honey, then we have just the right main-squeeze meal for you! Hasselback Chicken is sure to be the love of your life (or at least of your date night) and you're sure to love every bite of it! Baked to perfection, these chicken breasts are stuffed with a rich ricotta cheese and wilted spinach stuffing, then topped off with a lovely layer of freshly grated cheddar cheese. You and your dashing date will fall in love with each other all over again, over a dish of this divinely decadent Hasselback Chicken. Be sure and save the date for the next best date night meal!

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#4. Pan-Seared Pork Chops

Pan-Seared Pork Chops are a date-night classic. The lean meat is made rich with a sauce of butter, garlic, and thyme. The basting technique used is a staple at high-end restaurants, so you can bring that professional taste home for your special someone. Pair Pan-Seared Pork Chops with sauteed spinach and mashed potatoes for a truly beautiful candlelit dinner. Let your evening sparkle with joy!

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#5. 5-Star Baked Chicken

Grab your suit and tie and some cozy socks... wait, what? Yep, you read that right. 5-Star Baked Chicken brings fancy home to you. Lather up those birds with some oil and the most flavorful spices for a main course that's fit for even the finest kings and queens. But don't worry, no un-comfy clothes are needed to enjoy the luxury that is 5-Star Baked Chicken. Slip into your sweats for all we care, we just know you'll love it no matter the attire!

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#6. Grilled Ribeye Steak

It’s hard to beat a perfectly grilled steak! With just a few simple steps, you can make Grilled Ribeye Steak and bring the steakhouse to your own home. This steak is juicy, savory, hearty, and has little to envy from fancy, expensive restaurant steaks, especially when topped with melted rosemary butter. Serve Grilled Ribeye Steak with a side of mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, or any of your favorite sides for a meal that balances homemade charm and steakhouse indulgence!

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#7. Fig Steak

Not only is Fig Steak just as magical as the name suggests it is, in fact even more than that! That's because it is a full-fledged meal for two ready and hot in under 45 minutes. Tender, juicy, savory, rosy steaks are served alongside a mountain of fluffy, creamy mashed potatoes, and fresh, crispy roasted vegetables. On top is a sweet, beef-infused fig sauce that is equal parts refreshing and deep with an umami flavor. When you're looking to have a fancy meal at home, Fig Steak makes the whole evening special!

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