French dinner party main dish recipes

Chicken Mushroom Bourguignon

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

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…

Garlic Honey Glazed Grilled Chicken Cordon Bleu

A delicious, traditional classic that the whole family will love. Serve it for a simple family meal, or an…

Fillet of beef au Poivre

Beef Tenderloin in Merlot with Shallots and Tail of Veal

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…

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…

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…

Chicken en Papillote

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

Pork Tenderloin With Red Wine Demi Glaze

This is a simple but elegant entree. Pork tenderloin pounded thin and combined with mushrooms, red wine and…

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.…

Baked Haddock Pissaladiere with Tapenade

A very different and delicious fish dish for winter

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…

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...

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…