Easy Romantic Dinner Ideas for Two at Home

classic french onion soup

Becky Luigart-Stayner

Whether you're celebrating Valentine's, an anniversary, or just want to make your special someone feel extra special, there's nothing like a romantic homemade dinner for two. Most of these recipes can be easily halved to serve two— though you could also just save the leftovers for the next day. Want to go all out? Pair the meal with one of our romantic desserts.

shrimp scampi pasta

Ian Palmer

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Shrimp Scampi Pasta

This spicy, buttery, citrusy dish is an old-school classic. It's great for a fancy dinner, but equally good when you're pressed for time.

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strip steak with lemon mashed potatoes

Brian Woodcock

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Strip Steak With Lemon Mashed Potatoes

Whip up this dinner using premium ingredients, and it'll feel like you went out to the fanciest steakhouse.

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classic french onion soup

Becky Luigart-Stayner

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Classic French Onion Soup

One whiff of this rich soup, and you'll feel like you're ducking into a little bistro right off the river Seine.

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easy chicken marsala

Ian Palmer

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Easy Chicken Marsala

The classic creamy, savory sauce is easy to make and so good you'll want to drizzle it over everything.

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smothered pork chops with broccoli and mushrooms

Brian Woodcock

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Smothered Pork Chops with Broccoli and Mushrooms

This version of the classic dish, made with white wine, crème fraîche, and a bit of Dijon, is not too heavy, so you can enjoy the meal and still have room for dessert.

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herbes de provence shrimp with couscous

Brian Woodcock

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Herbes de Provence Shrimp with Couscous

Shrimp are an ideal romantic dinner main dish: They're fast and easy to cook, but look (and taste) oh-so elegant.

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white wine coq au vin

Brian Woodcock

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White Wine Coq Au Vin

This French country recipe has it all: bright flavors, a to-die-for sauce, and the ease of being able to make it all in one pot. Halve the recipe for two hearty portions—or make the whole thing and have lunch for the next couple days.

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roasted mushroom and bacon dutch baby

Brian Woodcock

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Roasted Mushroom and Bacon Dutch Baby

A Dutch baby—essentially a giant savory pancake—makes for an elegant and impressive dinner. Serve with a simple side salad and a nice bottle of wine.

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roasted chicken with fennel and tomatoes

Brian Woodcock

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Roasted Chicken with Fennel and Tomatoes

There's just something about roast chicken on a bed of vegetables, isn't there? This recipe yields juicy, flavorful meat and surprisingly delicious veggies.

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stovetop chicken pot pie

Brian Woodcock

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Stovetop Chicken Pot Pie

Prepare dinner for two in a flash with this easy, homemade chicken pot pie dish, which can be served in individual ramekins.

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butternut squash ravioli with seared chicken

Brian Woodcock

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Butternut Squash Ravioli with Seared Chicken

This sweet and savory pasta dish get be made in a jiffy (and they'll never know you used store-bought ravioli).

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salt and pepper chicken with spring quinoa pilaf

Brian Woodcock

12 of 33

Salt-and-Pepper Chicken with Spring Quinoa Pilaf

Date night can be both healthy and tasty with this home-cooked meal.

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grilled cumin rubbed hanger steak

Brian Woodcock

13 of 33

Grilled Cumin-Rubbed Hanger Steak

A simple steak meal is elevated with smashed minty peas and grilled bread.

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gingery snap pea slaw with seared salmon

Becky Luigart-Stayner

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Gingery Snap Pea Slaw with Seared Salmon

Thanks to fresh jalapeño, cilantro, and ginger, this zesty slaw will wake up your senses and tastebuds.

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easy, peasy fettuccini alfredo

Ian Palmer

15 of 33

Easy, Peasy Fettuccini Alfredo

This elegant-enough-for-a-date dinner only has four main ingredients: pasta, butter, cream, and Parm!

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creamy pumpkin pasta with pine nut gremolata

Ren Fuller

16 of 33

Creamy Pumpkin Pasta with Pine Nut Gremolata

This creamy pasta is elegant and easy to make, and the sweet, nutty flavor is everything you want.

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california roasted broccolini and fresh mozzarella pizza

Brian Woodcock

17 of 33

California Roasted Broccolini and Fresh Mozzarella Pizza

Fresh veggies, sliced prosciutto, and a to-die-for dough make this far from your ordinary pizza night fare.

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grilled sea scallops with parsleyshallothoney sauce

Brian Woodcock

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Grilled Sea Scallops with Parsley-Shallot-Honey Sauce

This sweet, delicate nibble is perfect for a romantic date.

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pear, prosciutto, and goat cheese pizza with arugula

Becky Luigart-Stayner

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Pear, Prosciutto, and Goat Cheese Pizza with Arugula

This elegant, easy white pizza is surprisingly scrumptious.

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ina garten's creamy tomato bisque with cheddar  chutney grilled cheese sandwiches

Quentin Bacon

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Tomato Bisque with Cheddar & Chutney Grilled Cheese

steak with creamy mushrooms and spinach

Hector M. Sanchez

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Steak with Creamy Mushrooms and Spinach

The creamed spinach in this dish makes our hearts thump a little faster just thinking about it.

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cowboy steaks and potatoes with broccoli and cheddarscallion spread

Brian Woodcock

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Cowboy Steaks and Potatoes With Broccoli and Cheddar-Scallion Spread

Sear up these big bone-in steaks for the cowboy in your life.

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threecheese fondue with cableknit breadsticks

Brian Woodcock

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Three-Cheese Fondue With Cable-Knit Breadsticks

croque madames

Brian Woodcock

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southwest shrimp  grits

Brian Woodcock

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lamb chops with roasted potatoes and radishes

Brian Woodcock

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Lamb Chops With Roasted Potatoes and Radishes

Want to do something a little different than steak? This mint and feta dusted lamb chop dish is to die for.

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sweet and spicy chicken with roasted sweet potatoes and asparagus

Brian Woodcock

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Sweet-and-Spicy Chicken With Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Asparagus

Chili-garlic sauce gives this easy chicken dinner a nice kick.

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seared salmon, watercress, and potato salad with olive dressing

Brian Woodcock

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Seared Salmon, Watercress, and Potato Salad With Olive Dressing

Some say salmon's an aphrodisiac. Either way this healthy dinner won't slow you down, so you'll have plenty of energy later. 😉

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ciderbraised chickenandfennel panzanella

Brian Woodcock

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Cider-Braised Chicken-and-Fennel Panzanella

Apple cider and white wine keep this chicken dinner tender and moist.

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lamb chops and lemony couscous salad

Hector M. Sanchez

30 of 33

Lamb Chops and Lemony Couscous Salad

Put hearty lamb chops with a citrusy couscous salad on this year's holiday menu.

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