Make Date Night Extra Special with an Easy Dinner for Two (2024)

Will it cause your partner to declare their undying love and/or immediately drop to one knee and propose? Who can say? But one thing is for sure: if you make this dish, they'll definitely feel well-cared for.

Get the recipe for Marry Me Chicken.

If seafood is your love language, these pan-seared scallops will turn your eyes into big red hearts.

Get the recipe for White Wine-Garlic Pasta with Scallops.

This dish is incredibly rich and filling. We love it as a simple but romantic dinner-for-two with a glass of red wine.

Get the recipe for Pasta Carbonara.

Looking for an elegant, easy, and delicious dinner to treat someone special? This rich homemade curry is about as delicious as it gets.

Get the recipe for Coconut Curry Chicken.

Though it has a reputation for being fussy, risotto is actually pretty easy to make. It just takes a little bit of stirring. (We like to do it with a glass of wine in one hand, and some good music on.)

Get the recipe for Truffled Risotto with Mushrooms and Parmesan.

Steak and potatoes gets some very serious, very delicious upgrades in this dinner fit for royalty.

Get the recipe for Filet Mignon with Duck Fat Potatoes.

Though they're often served as an appetizer or even h'ors d'oeuvre, we think they make an absolutely decadent romantic dinner for two, as well as a lighter main dish for four (served with a side salad, for instance).

Get the recipe for Oysters Rockefeller.

If you love seafood but have been reluctant to cook it at home, this is a great starter dish. It makes an excellent date-night meal, and the cooking will infuse your kitchen with an alluring ocean-like scent!

Get the recipe for Linguine with Clam Sauce.

This French bistro dish is as tasty as it is simple: a very good cut of steak, crusted in cracked peppercorns and cooked perfectly, then doused in a rich pan sauce made from brandy and heavy cream.

Get the recipe for Steak au Poivre.

When a light dinner is just what you're looking for, this flavorful shrimp salad is just the thing. Serve it with a glass of white wine and biscuits for an elegant dinner for two.

Get the recipe for Creole Shrimp Caesar Salad with Cheesy Croutons.

There's something wonderfully fun and intimate about fondue for two. Break out your vintage fondue set and enjoy a snacky array of fruit and bread dipped in a tasty cider cheese sauce! We do recommend cutting the recipe back at least by half, if you're just serving two!

Get the recipe for Apple Cider Fondue.

This comfort-food stew is rich and tasty — but also surprisingly easy to make. If you want to make a romantic dinner that's also hearty, give it a whirl.

Get the recipe for Beef Stroganoff.

If you're looking for a fast, veggie-forward pasta dish that doesn't involve red sauce, then look no further.

Get the recipe for Chicken and Snap Pea Pasta.

If you're looking to eat a fancy seafood dinner, halibut is a first-rate choice. Like other quality ingredients—steak, or lobster—it doesn't need a whole lot to make it taste great.

Get the recipe for Baked Halibut with Gremolata.

This upgrade on basic baked chicken is an absolute must-try. Finely chopped pecans add rich, nutty flavor that will surprise and delight.

Get the recipe for Pecan-Crusted Chicken.

Crispy, cheesy, and comforting, chicken Parmesan is a classic restaurant dish. But it's sneakily easy to make at home.

Get the recipe for Chicken Parmesan.

This rustic savory pie has a light, flaky crust filled with sweet summer squash and a rich melange of olives, cheese, and sautéed onions. It's ideal with a glass of wine and a side salad.

Get the recipe for Zucchini Galette.

Got a partner who really loves French cooking, and Cajun cuisine? Give them a taste of this rich, delicious stew!

Get the recipe for Cajun Coq au Vin.

Served with a glass of wine and this 10-minute meal is a fancy dinner for two that tastes like it took a lot more work than it actually did.

Get the recipe for Gnocchi with Creamed Spinach.

Pan seared chops, crispy and tender, are especially delicious with tender roasted radishes and a quick, delicious pan sauce.

Get the recipe for Pork Chops with Roasted Maple-Bacon Radishes.