Once the weather starts getting colder, I always find myself craving super cozy fall recipes that make staying in feel a little bit more special.
There’s something so nice about putting together an autumn dinner, turning on a great playlist, and enjoying comfort food that warms you up after a (very) long day.
Oh, and this is the time of year when I start looking for more cozy meals that are great weeknights, but still feel comforting and seasonal. Whether it’s savory soups, crave-worthy chili, sweet desserts, or a little baking on a chilly afternoon, having a few go-to autumn recipes on hand can make planning family dinners and fall gatherings feel a lot simpler.
That’s why I put together this list of cozy fall meal ideas. I wanted recipes that could help you build a fall menu without spending all day in the kitchen. From rich and savory dishes to sweet desserts that make your home smell amazing, these recipes are perfect for super cold evenings when all you really want is something warm and satisfying.
So grab your favorite hot drink, scroll through the ideas below, and see which recipes look good to you! (Here are some pumpkin desserts and healthy fall recipes if you want even more good ideas this season!)
In This Article:
Savory Fall Recipes
1. Queso Chicken Chili with Roasted Corn and Jalapeño
2. Dutch Oven Pot Roast
3. Chicken Tortilla Soup
4. Marry Me Lasagna Soup
5. Fall Farro Salad with Squash + Honey Mustard Dressing
6. Chili Garlic Pappardelle with Smashed Broccoli and Soft Eggs
7. Pumpkin Chili
8. Chicken and Dumplings with Gnocchi
9. Creamy Fall Harvest Dairy-Free Veggie Pot Pie
10. Pumpkin Mac and Cheese
11. Sarah’s White Chicken Chili for Fall Dinners
12. Pumpkin Shaped Sourdough Bread
13. Fall Favorite Maple-Mustard Tempeh Bowls
14. Creamy Vegan Pumpkin Soup
15. Ground Chicken Chili with Beans
16. French Onion Soup Chicken Bake
17. Butternut Squash Pasta
18. Sweet n Spicy Butternut Squash Pizza
19. Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Cranberries
20. Squash Carbonara With Broccoli Rabe and Sage
21. Cajun Shrimp Avocado Tostadas
22. Cream of Mushroom, Wild Rice, & Chicken Soup
23. Pear, Brie, and Caramelized Onion Quesadillas
24. Baked Chicken and Potato Casserole
25. Spiced Sweet Potato and Bacon Skewers
26. Cider Dijon Pork Chops
Sweet Fall Recipes
27. Sweet Potato Pie
28. Pumpkin Cheesecake
29. Pumpkin Dump Cake
30. Caramel Apple Crumble Bars
31. Favorite Pumpkin Muffins
32. Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
33. Pumpkin Muffins with Maple Cream Cheese Filling
34. Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies
35. Pecan Pie Cheesecake
36. Chocolate Pecan Pie Bars
37. Apple Dumplings using Crescent Rolls
38. Apple Upside Down Cake
39. Salted Caramel Apple Galette
PS – If you want more sweet treats to try, then here are some other fall dessert recipes you can try!
Grace Moser is the author and founder of Chasing Foxes, where she writes articles to help women create a life they love in big and small ways. She's been a full-time traveler since 2016 and loves sharing her experiences and exploring the world with her husband, Silas. Her lifestyle and travel advice can also be seen on sites such as Business Insider, Glamour, Newsweek, HuffPost, & Apartment Therapy.