Dinner's best friends: 33 irresistible mains and sides

Get ready to indulge in mouthwatering mains and sides! Discover dinner’s best friends that will leave you satisfied at the end of the day.

Honey Butter Fried Chicken

Serving of honey butter chicken garnished with parsley on plate. — Honey Butter Fried Chicken. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Crispy, succulent fried chicken paired with sides that elevate every bite – a dinner favorite.
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Cheesy Loaded Twice Baked Potatoes

Four twice baked potatoes in a small baking dish. — Cheesy Loaded Twice Baked Potatoes. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Creamy, cheesy potatoes make the perfect sidekick to any main course, especially grilled meats.
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Air Fryer Chicken Legs

Air fried chicken leg quarters served on plates. — Air Fryer Chicken Legs. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Crispy, flavorful chicken legs accompanied by sides that add the ideal balance to your plate.
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Golumpki Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

Two cabbage rolls on a plate with fork. — Golumpki Stuffed Cabbage Rolls. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Hearty stuffed cabbage rolls paired with sides that create a comforting and satisfying meal.
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Ratatouille

A rich and flavorful main course, complemented by sides that enhance this classic French dish.
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Korean Beef and Broccoli

Ground Beef and Broccoli stir-fry over rice. — Korean Beef and Broccoli. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Tender beef and broccoli stir-fry, served with sides that complete this delicious, hearty meal.
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Braised Short Ribs

Braised beef short ribs in white bowl. — Braised Short Ribs. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Melt-in-your-mouth short ribs paired with sides that add a delightful contrast of flavors.
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Carne Asada in the Oven

Slices of baked carne asada on small wood cutting board. — Carne Asada in the Oven. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

A flavorful oven-roasted carne asada, perfectly complemented by carefully selected side dishes.
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Chicken Pot Pie

Warm, flaky chicken pot pie with sides that make it a wholesome and comforting dinner choice.
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Chicken Nuggets

Crispy, golden chicken nuggets alongside sides that turn this classic into a delightful meal.
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Creamy Chicken Curry

Chicken curry with rice. — Creamy Chicken Curry. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

A creamy chicken curry dish, perfectly matched with sides that create an explosion of flavors.
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Steak Pizzaiola

Succulent steak pizzaiola enhanced by sides that make this Italian-inspired dish unforgettable.
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Aloo Gobi Masala

Fragrant aloo gobi masala combined with sides that add depth and variety to this Indian favorite.
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Air Fryer Home Fries

Air-fried potato cubes with diced green bell peppers on plate. — Air Fryer Home Fries. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Air-fried home fries with sides that ensure this simple dish becomes the star of your dinner.
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Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Shrimp skewers on a plate with lemon wedges. — Grilled Shrimp Skewers. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Juicy grilled shrimp skewers with sides that complete a delightful and satisfying seafood meal.
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Panko Chicken Breast

Panko chicken on a white plate. — Panko Chicken Breast. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Crispy panko chicken breast served with sides that elevate this classic dish to new heights.
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Panko Crusted Cod

Tender panko-crusted cod, paired with sides that create a symphony of flavors on your plate.
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Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

Fried chicken tenders on a plate with dipping sauce. — Air Fryer Chicken Tenders. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Irresistibly crispy chicken tenders, balanced by sides that turn this into a fun, flavorful meal.
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Southern Fried Cabbage with Bacon

Cabbage and bacon in white serving bowl. — Southern Fried Cabbage with Bacon. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Southern fried cabbage with bacon, coupled with sides that provide a comforting Southern meal.
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Easy Scalloped Potatoes

Small baking dish with scalloped potatoes. — Easy Scalloped Potatoes. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Creamy scalloped potatoes that complete any dinner, thanks to the thoughtful choice of sides.
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Grilled BBQ Boneless Chicken Thighs

BBQ boneless chicken thighs on indoor grill. — Grilled BBQ Boneless Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Juicy grilled chicken thighs infused with BBQ flavor, alongside sides that make this a feast.
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Chinese Black Pepper Chicken

Bowl of black pepper chicken with chop sticks. — Chinese Black Pepper Chicken. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Bold Chinese black pepper chicken, elevated by sides that perfectly balance the spice.
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Vegan Mexican Rice

Mexican rice in small oval serving dish with spoon. — Vegan Mexican Rice. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Flavorful vegan Mexican rice combined with sides that transport you to the heart of Mexico.
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Shrimp and Broccoli Stir Fry

Shrimp and broccoli stir-fry, served with sides that make this a quick and delightful dinner.
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Roasted Cabbage Steaks

Roasted cabbage steaks accompanied by sides that bring out the hearty and earthy flavors.
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Shrimp and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Shrimp and broccoli stir-fry with sides that create a wholesome and satisfying meal experience.
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Crock Pot Mac and Cheese

A bowl of macaroni and cheese in front of a slow cooker. — Crock Pot Mac and Cheese. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Creamy crockpot mac and cheese with sides that enhance this beloved comfort food.
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Baked Lemon Butter Fish

Baked butter fish on a plate with green beans. — Baked Lemon Butter Fish. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Baked lemon butter fish, paired with sides that turn this into a zesty and delightful meal.
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Chicken Chop Suey

Chicken chop suey combined with sides that add depth and flavor to this Asian-inspired dish.
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Alfredo Steak Pasta

Creamy alfredo steak pasta, matched with sides that make this an indulgent and tasty dinner.
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Seafood Pot Pie

Rich seafood pot pie, with sides that elevate this classic comfort food to a memorable dinner.
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Breaded Panko Pork Chops

Panko pork chop on plate with greens. — Breaded Panko Pork Chops. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Breaded panko pork chops alongside sides that provide a delightful contrast of textures.
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Salmon Pasta Alfredo

Salmon pasta alfredo with sides that complete this creamy, seafood-infused Italian classic.
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Dinner’s best friends: 33 irresistible mains and sides