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    29 Easter Dinners That'll Make the Whole Family Happy

    Published: Mar 27, 2026 by Emmeline Kemperyd · post_comments]

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    Easter dinner is a special time for families to come together and enjoy a meal filled with love and tradition. From classic dishes like glazed ham and roasted lamb to roasted chicken and the best sides, there are plenty of options to please everyone at the table. Here are 29 ideas that will make your Easter celebration memorable and satisfying for all ages.

    Honey Mustard Glazed Ham

    Skillet Honey Mustard Glazed Ham.
    Photo Credit: Dutch Oven Daddy.

    Skillet Honey Mustard Glazed Ham features a delicious spiral cut ham coated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze, topped with fresh thyme. This dish is a great choice for Easter dinner and is sure to impress everyone at the table.

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    Slow Cooker Southern Fried Corn

    Slow Cooker Southern Fried Corn.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Slow Cooker Southern Fried Corn is a tasty and simple side dish that pairs well with any main course. With just a few ingredients and your crockpot, you can enjoy this buttery Southern classic.

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    Fruit-Infused Glazed Ham

    Fruit-Infused Glazed Ham.
    Photo Credit: Mommy Evolution.

    This Easter dinner can be special with a fun twist on the classic dish. These two simple fruit-infused glazed ham recipes will impress your family and guests.

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    Vegetable Pot Pie

    Vegetable Pot Pie.
    Photo Credit: Urban Farmie.

    A hearty vegetable pot pie is great comfort food for a cozy evening at home. With a creamy veggie filling and a flaky crust, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table, just like the classic chicken pot pie but without the meat!

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    Southern Baked Mac and Cheese

    Southern Baked Mac and Cheese.
    Photo Credit: Chenee Today.

    Southern baked mac and cheese is a favorite dish that everyone loves. It's perfect for Sunday dinners or special occasions like Easter.

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    Braised Lamb Shanks with Balsamic Vinegar

    Braised Lamb Shanks with Balsamic Vinegar.
    Photo Credit: The Family Food Kitchen.

    Braised lamb shanks with balsamic vinegar are a fantastic choice for Easter dinner. This dish is easy to prepare and lets the oven do most of the work, resulting in tender and flavorful meat.

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    Cannelloni with Asparagus and Béchamel

    Cannelloni with Asparagus and Béchamel.
    Photo Credit: Happy Kitchen.

    This vegan cannelloni is filled with fresh asparagus and wrapped in lasagna sheets, all baked with a creamy vegan béchamel sauce and topped with vegan parmesan. It's a great choice for a lovely spring dinner!

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    Slow Cooker Corn Casserole

    Slow Cooker Corn Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Sweet slow cooker corn casserole is simple to prepare with just a few ingredients and your crock pot. This dish can be made ahead of time and is perfect for holiday dinners or any meal.

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    Slow Cooker Maple Dijon Ham

    Slow Cooker Maple Dijon Ham.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Slow Cooker Maple Dijon Ham combines maple syrup, dijon mustard, brown sugar, and some common ingredients for a tasty dish. This is a delicious option for your Easter dinner.

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    Duck With Orange Sauce

    Duck with orange sauce.
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    Duck breasts with orange sauce is a fantastic dish that combines sweet and tangy flavors. It's simple to prepare and great for special occasions like Easter dinner.

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    Instant Pot Lamb Shanks

    Instant Pot Lamb Shanks.
    Photo Credit: Little Sunny Kitchen.

    Instant Pot lamb shanks are cooked in a flavorful red wine sauce until they're incredibly tender. This dish is quick to prepare compared to traditional oven-braised lamb shanks, making it a simple choice for dinner.

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    Slow Cooker Pineapple Casserole

    Slow Cooker Pineapple Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Slow cooker pineapple casserole is a delightful dish that combines sweet pineapple with buttery Ritz crackers. It's simple to prepare and uses ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen.

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    Brussels Sprouts with Honey Balsamic

    Brussel sprouts.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Frozen brussels sprouts can be transformed easily with just a little prep and 16 minutes in the air fryer. Coated in honey balsamic vinaigrette and a hint of cayenne pepper, they come out perfectly roasted and caramelized.

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    Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes

    Sour cream mashed potatoes.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Sour cream mashed potatoes are a tasty twist on the classic recipe. They're quick to make and pair perfectly with holiday meals like turkey and ham, or even with simple weeknight dinners.

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    Braised Red Cabbage with Apples

    Braised Red Cabbage with Apples.
    Photo Credit: The Food Blog.

    Braised Red Cabbage with Apples is a simple and tasty side dish that everyone will enjoy. This sweet and tangy dish pairs well with roasted meats and vegetables, making it a great addition to your Easter dinner.

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    Dump-and-Bake Mac & Cheese

    Mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Baked Mac and Cheese is simple to prepare and only takes about 55 minutes from start to finish. With a mix of Cheddar and Gruyere, this dish is rich and full of flavor, all made in one pan without any boiling or complicated steps.

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    Pork Tenderloin With Mustard Sauce

    Pork Tenderloin With Mustard Sauce.
    Photo Credit: Maple + mango.

    Pork tenderloin with a creamy mustard sauce is a delicious dish that works well for any occasion. It's easy to prepare for a weeknight meal but impressive enough to serve at a special gathering.

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    Marinated Baked Chicken Breast

    Baked Chicken Breast.
    Photo Credit: Cucina by Elena.

    Juicy chicken breasts can be achieved easily with a good marinade and cooking at a higher temperature. This is a simple recipe that works well for any meal.

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    Slow Cooker Garlic Mashed Potatoes

    Slow Cooker Garlic Mashed Potatoes.
    Photo Credit: Chew Out Loud.

    Slow cooker garlic mashed potatoes are easy to prepare and can be kept warm until you're ready to serve. They are creamy and packed with delicious flavor, making them a great side dish for Easter dinner.

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    Salmon Tartare

    A salmon tartare on green arugula.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Smoked Salmon Tartare is a simple and elegant appetizer that you can prepare in advance. It's flavored with zesty French Dijon mustard and a touch of rum, and finished off with crispy fried capers.

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    Mashed Potato Casserole

    Mashed potato casserole.
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    This mashed potato casserole is creamy and cheesy, perfect for a comforting side dish. You can prepare it in advance, making it easy to serve during your Easter dinner.

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    Slow Cooker Roast Pork With Crackling

    Slow Cooker Roast Pork With Crackling.
    Photo Credit: Sweet Caramel Sunday.

    Slow Cooker Roast Pork With Crackling is a great choice for Easter dinner that everyone will enjoy. With tender roast pork and crispy crackling, this dish is easy to prepare and perfect for a family gathering.

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    Roast Lamb

    Roast Lamb.
    Photo Credit: Recipes from a Pantry.

    This Lamb Roast will be the highlight of your holiday meal. Juicy and tender, this boneless leg of lamb is a great alternative to turkey for your Easter dinner.

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    Slow Cooker Ham Dinner

    Slow Cooker Ham Dinner.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    A delicious ham dinner can be prepared in the crockpot, bringing all the festive flavors to your table. This is a great option for a small gathering during the holiday season.

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    Frenched Rack of Lamb Recipe with Mint Chimichurri

    Frenched Rack of Lamb Recipe with Mint Chimichurri.
    Photo Credit: Dash of Jazz.

    This Frenched rack of lamb is a simple way to prepare delicious lamb chops that taste like they came from a fancy restaurant, and you can do it in under an hour. It's a family favorite, seasoned with easy herbs and spices, and comes with a quick mint chimichurri.

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    Smoked Salmon Pâté

    Smoked salmon pâté.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Smoked salmon is perfect for a quick and easy spread that you can whip up in no time. This is a great addition to your Easter dinner.

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    Sheet Pan Ham Dinner

    Spanish Salt Cod Stew.
    Photo Credit: Everyday Eileen.

    Sheet Pan Ham Dinner is a tasty option where everything cooks together in one pan. The ham is coated with a sweet glaze, and the veggies come out crispy and delicious, making it a great choice for a family meal.

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    French Potato Salad

    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This easy homemade potato salad is a great side dish for Easter dinner. It's creamy and flavorful thanks to a Dijon mustard dressing, and it's completely vegan and gluten-free.

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    Slow Cooker Green Bean Casserole

    Slow Cooker Green Bean Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Slow Cooker Green Bean Casserole is a classic dish that's perfect for Easter dinner. This version keeps the traditional flavors while making it easy to prepare in the slow cooker.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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