French dinner party main dish recipes

Chicken Chasseur

This is a healthy version of chicken in the famous chasseur sauce containing onions and leeks, and flavored with white wine, tomatoes, and…

Ribeye Steaks Bordelaise

When you're in the mood for grilled steak, but want to dress it up a little and serve it with a wonderful bottle of Cabernet or Bordeaux, this is a…

Tarragon Grilled Chicken Fillets over Salad

This recipe is adapted from one in Steven Raichlen's BBQ USA, which he in turn borrowed from a restaurant in…

French Potato Pie with Cheese and Chives

Pie can be baked earlier in the day and reheated at time of serving, though it is better when it is…

Chicken Kiev

Boeuf a la Bourguignon (adapted for the Slow Cooker from Julia Child)

Also known as Beef Burgundy, this dish has become a standard of…

Beetroot crepes with goat’s cheese, basil and roasted walnuts

Only three weeks ago I have embarked on a journey of finding an easy crepe recipe...

Low Calorie, Quick and Delish, Coq au Vin

This is a wonderful low calorie and low fat version of the French classic. It’s so easy and straightforward.…

Chicken en Papillote

A fast baked chicken breast that's more delicious than you can image. Try this!

Melt-In-Your-Mouth Braised Short Ribs

How can you not want succulent meat that literally falls off the bone when you poke it with your fork? And that…

What has 25 calories per ounce, 27 grams of protein per serving, and only 1.5 total grams of fat?

Red Snapper. Yes, you heard it…

Low Calorie and Delish, Coq au Vin

This is a wonderful low calorie and low fat version of the French classic chicken dish. The French…

Beef Tenderloin in Merlot with Shallots and Tail of Veal

Fillet of beef au Poivre

Chicken Mushroom Bourguignon

Quick Chicken Mushroom Bourguignon with pasta, bacon, pearl onions and tomato-simmered mushrooms is a rich, hearty meal you’ll love!