11 Easter Dinner Recipes (That Aren’t Ham)

Covered with a simple dry sherry, mustard and brown sugar glaze, this pork tenderloin is a cinch to prepare but makes a very impressive showing at a holiday dinner.

A traditional Moroccan dish, chicken tagine is a flavorful combination of chicken, spices, lemon, olives, and, of course, garlic and onions.

Want to impress your guests? This rack of lamb will do the trick (and no one needs to know how easy it is to prepare!).

If you love crab cakes but are seeking a more affordable option, these dill and scallion-flecked salmon cakes will check that box. Bonus: they can be made ahead.

Embellished with a rich red wine sauce, this sear-roasted beef tenderloin is truly special occasion-worthy.

Topped with honey mustard and a crispy panko-pecan crust, this baked salmon is simple to prepare yet tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant.

This Moroccan-inspired brisket is full of savory and sweet flavors, and it will make your house smell amazing.

If you’re looking for an Easter main dish that can be made ahead and served at room temperature, this slow-roasted salmon with fresh-herb salsa is the ticket.

Reminiscent of beef bourguignon, short ribs braised in red wine are both elegant and comforting.

A wine-infused tomato broth chockfull of fresh seafood, cioppino is a delicious Italian-American fish stew. For fish lovers, this stew is guaranteed to please.

Need a no-fuss dinner for your Easter table? This sheet-pan chicken dish is pretty to look at, can be assembled in advance, and delivers big on flavor.