Take the stress out of Sunday with these chef-approved dinner ideas

It’s the weekend and the last thing you want to do is spend ages cooking dinner on the universal day of rest, so why not let the experts show you how it’s done? Colin Fassnidge, Matt Moran, Matt Preston and Rick Stein are just some of the top chefs with recipes included here, perfect for when you’re stumped for Sunday dinner. Whether your family demands a barbecue, pie, pasta, stir fry, roast, soup or a vegetarian option, we’ve got you covered. Easy, tasty, and top chef approved.

by delicious. team

delicious. team

Mar 07, 2024

Chermoula rump cap skewers with pickled onion

Credit: Ben Dearnley

Impress your guests with Matt Moran's mouth-watering chermoula rump cap skewers and delicious pickled onions. Serve alongside a fresh salad.

Saltbush lamb lollipops with river mint sauce

Take these little lamb lollipops to the next level with this punchy native seasoning.

Colin Fassnidge's barbecued smoky butterflied chicken

Crank up the barbie – Colin Fassnidge cooks up a fresh, summery take on the classic roast chicken.

Yotam Ottolenghi's fish pie with a sourdough crust

“Using sourdough as a crust leaves you with a happy balance of crispy bits on top and softer bits where the bread has absorbed the creamy sauce.” – Yotam Ottolenghi. The renowned chef gives the traditional fish pie a tasty spin, using butter-soaked bread cubes that pair perfectly with a chunky seafood sauce.

Whole-roasted cacio e pepe cauliflower

Matt Preston shares an easy, cheesy main that showcases roasted cauliflower.

Fresh ideas

Mushroom quiche

Serves 8

"Garlicky mushrooms with silky egg and cheese enclosed in buttery flaky pastry is hard to say no to. Using store-bought pastry, this takes no time to whip up." – Lucy Nunes. Recipe note: You’ll need a 26cm (base measurement) 2.5cm-deep loose-based tart pan.

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Mushroom quiche

Serves 8

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Mushrooms

Their earthy, sweet and buttery taste add another dimension to many dishes in a variety of cuisines.

Nornie Bero's barbecued seafood paella

Nornie Bero adds Australian flavour to a classic Spanish dish.

Roast chicken panzanella

As reliable and classic as they come, but still utterly delicious.

Turmeric and coconut fish curry

Whiting is a delicate fish that requires minimal cooking. It's the perfect match for the gently spiced flavours of this easy weeknight dish. If you love the flavours of Indian and Sri Lankan cuisines, this family-friendly curry recipe will become a firm dinner favourite.