Whether you're throwing a household New Year's Eve bash or staying up late to watch the New Year's Eve ball drop, stacking a menu with New Year’s Eve dinner ideas is a great idea. After all, staying up 'til midnight means you'll need fuel in the form of a hearty dinner or light bites to pass around all night. Whether you're planning a celebratory sit-down feast or a party complete with a classic cocktail list and sparkling wine, you'll need plenty of delicious options to fill out your New Year's Eve dinner menu. From rich casserole recipes that satisfy the family to colorful and elegant vegetarian recipes, we rounded up tons of delicious mains to keep you satisfied ‘til the clock strikes midnight.

No matter your New Year’s Eve food traditions, we’ve got something for you. Feeling fancy? Try a spotlight-stealing steak dinner crowned with a pat of butter. Start the year off right with colorful, healthy salads or celebrate your cravings for carbs, carbs and more carbs (such as pasta, gnocchi and risotto, to name a few). Plus, get a hit of luck with delicious Hoppin' John. Short on time? Choose one of our quick and easy dinners (including Instant Pot recipes!) if you’d prefer to focus your energy on New Year’s resolutions instead, or get together with a partner, friend or family member to whip up an elaborate feast, even if it’s just a simple New Year's eve menu for two. And don't forget to save room for New Year’s Eve dessert.

A hearty, homey Southern dish traditionally enjoyed on New Year’s Eve and Day, Hoppin’ John is meant to ring in good luck. Pair with cornbread and throw a clean penny into one bowl — whoever finds it will see extra fortune in the coming year!

Get the Hoppin' John recipe.

Turn appetizers into dinner for the New Year – pair this rich salmon spread with toast, a few extra dips and an epic cheese board for a great grazing situation that allows guests to serve themselves.

Get the Salmon Rillettes recipe.

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When served with garlicky spinach and hasselback potatoes, this perfectly cooked steak is the ultimate New Year’s dinner.

Get the New York Strip Steak recipe.

You've got time on NYE (you are staying up 'til midnight, after all), turn dinner into an activity by making your own pasta. It's easy with a pasta maker!

Get the Beet Fettuccine with Hazelnuts and Goat Cheese recipe.

These tender braised Instant Pot short ribs are the newest star of New Year's Eve dinner, no effort required.

Get the Short Ribs with Creamy Polenta recipe.

Who knew broken lasagna noodles could make for such a stunning pasta? If you're hosting an NYE party last minute, reach into your fridge and pantry for this fast (but impressive!) fix.

Get the Kale Pesto Pasta recipe.

It's just as easy as roasting a chicken, but with a robust flavor and tender, juicy texture that just can’t be beat.

Get the Roast Lamb recipe.

Spicy chorizo and salty olives offer bold flavor in no time at all.

Get the Tomato Tagliatelle with Chorizo and Olives recipe.

A twist on classic coq au vin (which uses red wine instead of rosé), this crowd-pleaser gets its flavor from mushrooms and bacon too.

Get the Coq au Vin Rosé recipe.

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Serve this delicious soup as a precursor to the main meal, or pair it with a protein to put it front and center.

Get the Creamy Cauliflower Soup with Almond-Thyme Gremolata recipe.

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Get ready for a chorus of oohs and aahs when you bring this epic pork roast to the table. The pork loin gets a fabulous crust from fennel seeds and coriander seeds while the roasted acorn squash adds a natural sweetness to the meal.

Get the Fennel-Crusted Roast Pork with Vegetables recipe.

This protein-packed stew, loaded with slow cooked chicken and beans, will keep you full 'til midnight.

Get the Chicken, Sausage and White Bean Stew recipe.

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This hearty one-pan dish transforms a few pantry ingredients into a home-run, super-speedy NYE dinner. It cooks quickly, thanks to shrimp and tiny rice-shaped orzo.

Get the Skillet Shrimp and Orzo recipe.

Go for an elegant feast on the last night of 2023.

Get the Beef Wellington recipe.

Onions, slowly cooked until deep brown and caramelized, give this classic soup its distinctive flavor. Don't skip the topping: Cheesy broiled toasts.

Get the French Onion Soup recipe.

Whip something up your gluten-free guests can enjoy.

Get the Gluten-Free Spaghetti with Clams and Bacon Crumbs recipe.

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There's nothing like a roast chicken for a celebratory occasion —this one cooks veggies and protein at the same time.

Get the Skillet Roasted Chicken recipe.

This cheesy number is perfect for vegetarians, or for anyone looking to eat less meat in the new year.

Get the Grilled Vegetable Lasagna with Ricotta-Tomato Sauce recipe

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This sweet-savory combo is sure to be a hit among your friends.

Get the Roasted Pork Chops and Pears recipe.

Add some spice to your celebration with the tongue-tingling Szechuan peppercorn in this dish.

Get the Crispy Pork Noodles recipe.

One of Hungary’s most well-known dishes, this stew of chicken, peppers and onions in a rich, sour cream sauce is the kind of decadent meal that's perfect for NYE.

Get the Chicken Paprikash recipe.

Pair vibrant shrimp enchiladas with fresh lime margaritas and you've got yourself a party!

Get the Shrimp Enchiladas with Zucchini and Corn recipe.

Use leftover risotto to make these fried cakes, a fun twist on a popular flavor combo, in a pinch.

Get the Crispy Caprese Cakes recipe.

A spicy mustard sauce cuts through the richness of pork for a well-balanced dish.

Get the Mustard Glazed Pork Chops recipe.

Add some flair to your weekly chicken dinner with the help of a creamy mushroom and herb sauce.

Get the Mushroom Chicken Skillet with Herbed Cream Sauce recipe.

Pull out all the stops with this meat and veggies combo that comes together with the help of your trusty sheet pan.

Get the Fennel and Thyme Pork Roast with Root Vegetables recipe.

Flattened chicken breast rolled up with spinach and Parmesan turn an ordinary dinner into a party-worthy dish.

Get the Chicken Roulades With Marinated Tomatoes recipe.

The crazy-flavorful everything spice blend (plus a squeeze of lemon!) provides fast flavor for flaky roasted salmon.

Get the Everything Bagel Crusted Salmon recipe.

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Roasted veggies blended with cream and Parmesan create a silky sauce for this creamy pasta dish.

Get the Pasta with Red Pepper Alfredo recipe.

This fresh and earthy salad makes a colorful pairing to citrus-infused chicken. It's a meal fit for any celebration.

Get the Orange-Ginger Roast Chicken with Fennel and Radicchio Salad recipe.

Top this cheesy risotto with a fried egg for extra protein.

Get the Wild Mushroom Risotto recipe.

For a serious flavor upgrade, toss pasta with smoky bread crumbs, crispy chickpeas and melty Manchego.

Get the Chickpea and Kale Rigatoni with Smoky Bread Crumbs recipe.

Season chicken with rosemary and fennel, and serve it over creamy polenta, for a refreshed take of this dinnertime staple.

Get the Herb-Roasted Chicken and Cherry Tomatoes recipe.

Instead of roasting for hours in the oven, this juicy shredded pork shoulder cooks in the Instant Pot for just 35 minutes (yes, you read that right).

Get the Instant Pot Pork Ragu recipe .

Fennel, lemon, onion, and — wait for it — six strips of crispy bacon give major flavor to this protein-packed salad that's even heartier on a slice of toast.

Get the Radicchio Salad with Roasted Fennel and Shrimp recipe.

Quinoa studded with pomegranate seeds adds a festive touch to perfectly cooked pork.

Get the Pork Tenderloin with Quinoa Pilaf recipe.

You're just five ingredients away from this one-pan, smoky, Spanish-inspired dinner.

Get the Sheet Pan Chickpea Chicken recipe.

Mushrooms and Brussels sprouts are tossed in balsamic vinegar before topping off this restaurant-worthy pie.

Get the Mushroom and Brussels Sprouts Pizza recipe.

It's New Year's Eve, break out the truffle butter! It'll be worth it to make a rich and creamy sauce.

Get the Pork Chops with Rosemary Truffle Sauce recipe.

Pomegranate juice mixed with honey and balsamic vinegar creates a sweet-tart sauce that really amps up the flavor of your average chicken breast.

Get the Pomegranate-Honey Glazed Chicken and Squash recipe.

Browned artichoke hearts and garlicky greens (tossed in delicious sour cream!) dress up this weeknight staple.

Get the Chicken with Creamy Spinach and Artichokes recipe.

Take a trip to the Mediterranean with this easy fish and veggie dinner that gets a major flavor boost from Kalamata olives.

Get the Roasted Salmon with Tomatoes and Green Beans recipe.

Once you try crispy, spicy breadcrumbs on top of pasta, you'll never go back to plain noodles again.

Get the Creamy Broccolini Pasta with Chile Breadcrumbs recipe.

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Why not go all-out for New Year's Eve and serve this showstopping roast with a delicious cream gravy?

Get the Pepper-Crusted Prime Rib recipe.

Two comfort food classics get baked into one for the ultimate cozy meal. Talk about ending the year with a (flavor) bang.

Get the Spinach and Artichoke Mac & Cheese recipe.

Was a sous vide machine on your holiday wishlist this year? Put it to good use and make this perfectly cooked steak.

Get the Sous Vide Steak recipe.

Don't make just any old pasta dish for New Year's Eve — try your hand at fluffy spinach-ricotta gnocchi (it's easier than you think!).

Get the Ricotta Gnocchi with Toasted Garlic & Walnuts recipe.

Fuel-up for the night ahead with this comfort food classic, kicked-up with balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, onion and parsley.

Get the Soy-Glazed Meatloaf recipe.

Calling all vegans! You can still enjoy creamy, decadent Alfredo sauce without the butter and cheese.

Get the Cauliflower Alfredo recipe.

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Add "learn how to master mussels" to your New Year's resolutions list. You won't regret it.

Get the White Wine Mussels recipe.

This light and fresh meal will keep you full and energized 'til the ball drops. Best part? You can make it in the air fryer.

Get the Mediterranean Chicken Bowls recipe.

Need a quick feast before the festivities begin? This easy pasta comes together in just 20 minutes.

Get the Chicken Bolognese recipe.

Think beyond beef this year and try this flavor-packed recipe with fresh salmon, lemon, dill and parsley.

Get the Salmon Burgers recipe.

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Lime zest, fish sauce, fresh ginger and a bit of jalapeño bring a ton of flavor to pork meatballs — and definitely signal a delicious year to come.

Get the Gingery Pork Meatballs recipe.

Warm-up on chilly New Year's Eve with this fragrant Indian-inspired curry, loaded with garlic, ginger, onion and spices.

Get the Traditional Chicken Curry recipe.

Easiest-ever risotto, here we come! After sautéing onions and garlic, adding the rice, and pouring in the liquid, just lock on the lid and walk away.

Get the Instant Pot Risotto with Parmesan recipe.

Keep the festivities casual — and totally delicious — with this cheesy sandwich combo.

Get the Classic Patty Melt recipe.

Liven up your New Year's Eve party with a fajita bar, complete with juicy, air fryer steak.

Get the Steak Fajitas recipe.

Inspired by the traditional Vietnamese soup, this spicy, comforting meal is good for the soul.

Get the Instant Pot Pho with Chicken recipe.

Set up a taco bar with hard shell tacos, ground turkey filling, and toppings galore for a guaranteed good time.

Get the Turkey Tacos recipe.