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Dinners to Eat in March

Kristen Stevens
By: Kristen Stevens
Updated: 03/27/2026
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March dinners strike that perfect balance between cozy and fresh — still comforting enough for cool evenings, but bright enough to hint at spring. This collection is filled with vibrant flavors, satisfying mains, and easy favorites that make the seasonal shift feel delicious.

A skillet with four seasoned chicken breasts in a creamy sauce, garnished with lemon slices and herbs. Text overlay reads: delicious March meals to enjoy all month long.

March feels like a gentle nudge toward lighter, brighter dinners, while still honoring the tail end of cool evenings that call for something a little heartier. This collection captures that in-between moment of the season — meals that feel fresh and hopeful without losing the satisfying comfort that makes coming home to dinner a highlight.

You’ll find vibrant salads and citrus-kissed mains that echo the first hints of spring — like roasted broccoli with lemons and almonds, spring quinoa salad, and sheet pan salmon with bright flavors — alongside cozy, rich dishes that are perfect for the still-crisp nights, like chocolate Guinness beef stew and creamy carrot pasta. There’s lemon pepper chicken you can whip up any night, a zesty chicken puttanesca that’s packed with bold flavor, and a pork chop stir-fry that’s quick but totally satisfying.

For those times when you want something a little special, lamb lollipops bring a touch of celebration to the table, while celery soup offers a soothing, elegant starter or light supper on its own. These dinners aren’t just meals; they’re the kind that make you feel the shift of the season — easy, bright, and wonderfully welcoming.

Sheet pan salmon on a baking sheet with potatoes and asparagus.
Sheet Pan Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Asparagus
Sheet pan salmon is a full meal with crispy roast potatoes, tender asparagus, and delicious salmon. You'll love that it's cooked on one pan which makes clean-up a breeze! 
4.88 stars (8 ratings)
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Lemon Pepper Chicken in a frying pan with a creamy sauce
Lemon Pepper Chicken Recipe
Lemon pepper chicken is an all-time classic crowd-pleasing chicken dish. Chicken breasts are lightly breaded and pan-fried until golden, then served in a creamy citrusy sauce. It's an easy recipe that uses mostly pantry ingredients, and it's ready in just 30 minutes!
4.84 stars (37 ratings)
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celery soup in a pot with a wooden spoon.
Cozy Celery Soup Recipe
Celery soup is a 6-ingredient soup recipe that is cozy and delicious. It's a budget-friendly recipe that takes 30 minutes to make and is always a hit at the table.
4.79 stars (73 ratings)
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Roasted broccoli salad in a glass bowl
Roasted Broccoli Salad Recipe
I'm a big fan of broccoli salad. While I love my broccoli blueberry salad and grilled broccoli caesar salad, this roasted broccoli salad is my favorite.
I use both roasted and raw broccoli, which gives the salad the best texture. But my real secret trick is the tiny pieces of tart lemon. You get them every few bits, and they brighten up the salad – they're my favorite part!
4.90 stars (64 ratings)
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Slow Cooker Guinness Beef Stew in a bowl on the dinner table
Slow Cooker Guinness Beef Stew Recipe
The comforting blend of deep, rich, savory flavors, slow-cooked tenderness, and rustic simplicity makes this slow cooker Guinness beef stew a winning dish. This warm and nostalgic comfort meal is ideal for bringing the family together. Enjoy this hearty bowl of Irish stew on a chilly evening, fostering quality time, full bellies, and big smiles!
4.91 stars (63 ratings)
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close up of crispy chicken thighs in tomato sauce with olives
Chicken Puttanesca Recipe
This easy and delicious chicken puttanesca is made with crispy-skinned chicken thighs oven roasted in a simmering skillet of puttanesca sauce. It only takes 15 minutes of active time and makes a complete meal when served with crusty bread.
4.89 stars (17 ratings)
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a bowl of carrot pasta with pesto
Creamy Carrot Pasta Sauce Topped with Pesto
This vibrant, veggie-filled carrot pasta sauce is an absolute ode to springtime. Using carrots as a base for a creamy sauce and their bright green tops for a flavorful pesto, it's a delicious take on mac and cheese that the whole family will love. It's easy to make, ready in under 30 minutes, and extra sauce can be frozen for easy weeknight dinners!
4.89 stars (18 ratings)
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A plate piled with lamb lollipops with mint pesto on the side.
Lamb Lollipops Recipe
Lamb lollipops are marinated then seared in a hot pan for a few minutes until lightly charred and incredibly delicious. They are simple to make yet the flavor is outstanding. We like ours with an easy mint pesto for dipping! 
4.89 stars (51 ratings)
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spring quinoa salad in a serving bowl
Spring Quinoa Salad with Honey Lemon Vinaigrette
This spring quinoa salad is the perfect way to kick off the season. It’s loaded with crisp asparagus, sweet peas, fresh herbs, and avocado all tossed together with a honey-lemon vinaigrette. Satisfying, easy to make, and perfect for meal prep!
4.77 stars (13 ratings)
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Pork Chop Stir Fry with noodles in a bowl
Pork Chop Stir Fry Recipe
If you're in need of a satisfying and easy weeknight meal, look no further than this pork chop stir-fry to help you power through your week. It's packed with fresh vegetables, protein, and chewy noodles then smothered in a sweet and savory sauce. It's totally customizable with ingredients you have on hand, it's ready in under 30 minutes, and leftovers make a packable lunch.
4.81 stars (26 ratings)
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Hi, I'm Kristen! I LOVE everything to do with food: making it, taking pictures of it, and (the best part) eating it. ♡♡♡

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Hi, I'm Kristen Stevens

I’m a self-taught chef, food photographer, and author of the cookbook Sugar Free Dinner Recipes. Since 2011, I have been sharing my well-tested and approachable recipes, helping home cooks like you feel comfortable and confident in the kitchen. My work has been featured in Food & Wine, Pioneer Woman, The Every Girl, Self, and many more. Let’s have some fun cooking together!

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