31 Amazing Things To Cook In January

Published 01/28/2024

January is a time for slowing down after the busy holiday season. Since winter is in full force, it’s important to have cozy meals to help keep your kitchen warm and your family fed. These are some of our favorite recipes for January cooking.

Spinach, Artichoke, and Feta Bites
4.7 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 10 reviews.
Your favorite dip, now in bite form!
Buffalo Chicken Crescent Ring
4.6 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 135 reviews.
Crescents and Buffalo Chicken Dip are a match made in heaven, but don’t take our word for it!
Almond-Cream Cheese Cinnamon Roll Swirl Bread
3.3 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 15 reviews.
Delicate, nutty, and sweet, this dessert brings a little warmth to the coldest time of year.

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Grilled Cheese Dippers
4.8 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 11 reviews.
You were going to dip your grilled cheese in tomato soup either way, so it might as well be a little extra convenient!
Pigs in a Blanket
4.5 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 723 reviews.
This is the coziest appetizer around (and not just for the pigs)!
Quick Chicken Pot Pies for Two
4.6 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 10 reviews.
In a rush? You can still have a cozy meal!
Sheet-Pan Crispy Gnocchi with Sausage
4.0 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 3 reviews.
An easy dinner full of greens is just what January ordered.
Taco Crescent Ring
4.8 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 486 reviews.
When tacos and crescents team up, the result is extraordinary (and cozy and tasty and filling).
Sopapilla Cheesecake Bars
4.8 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 443 reviews.
Sopapillas are puffy, pillowy, crispy deep-fried pastries coated in cinnamon sugar. They make the perfect pairing to a tangy cheesecake filling!
Chicken and Dumplings
4.6 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 444 reviews.
If there’s a more comforting soup than this one…we haven’t found it yet.
Luscious Lemon Cream Pie
4.8 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 120 reviews.
In-season citrus is a bright spot during the cold months. Use these refreshing flavors while you can! This pie is one of our favorites.
Pizza Crescent Rolls
4.3 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 160 reviews.
Pizza + crescents = the ultimate snack for movie night.
Slow-Cooker Chicken Soup
5.0 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 1 reviews.
Soup that’s ready when you are? That’s the magic of your slow cooker.
Skillet Gnocchi with Bacon and Peas
4.5 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 4 reviews.
Creamy gnocchi with bits of salty bacon is the perfect cure to the winter blues.
Slow-Cooker Cheesy Potatoes and Ham
4.3 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 83 reviews.
This recipe uses bacon to make an already tasty dish into something downright irresistible.
Teriyaki Salmon with Crispy Rice and Vegetables
0.0 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 0 reviews.
This recipe uses a quick honey-soy marinade to give the salmon a sweet and savory punch (and it doubles as a sauce for drizzling over the bowls)!
Chicken Chowder with Biscuit Dunkers for Two
5.0 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 2 reviews.
Soup for two is possible! Make a warming meal with just enough for you and a guest.
Taco Crescent Pull-Apart
5.0 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 5 reviews.
Crescents + tacos is one of our favorite combinations. This recipe uses both for a versatile dish that’s ready to party!
7-Layer Dip
4.7 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 12 reviews.
It’s really hard to be sad when there’s a 7-layer dip on the menu…just saying.
Chicken Divan
0.0 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 0 reviews.
Looking for a classic dinner that won’t take all night to cook? You just found it.Looking for a classic dinner that won’t take all night to cook? You just found it.
Banana Bread
4.4 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 74 reviews.
This recipe is a winter staple. It’s a quick and easy homemade snack for any time of day.
Pierogi Casserole
4.0 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 163 reviews.
Pierogis get a cozy upgrade in this cheesy, family-friendly casserole!
5-Ingredient Roasted Broccoli
5.0 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 3 reviews.
When outside is grey, add a little green to your plate! This recipe makes it easier than ever to eat your vegetables.
Classic Chicken Pot Pie
4.7 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 2477 reviews.
When January gets cold, you can trust this recipe to warm you up from the inside out!
Deviled Eggs
3.8 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 8 reviews.
This classic finger food aims to please with its punchy flavor and creamy texture—the perfect addition to any hors d'oeuvres platter.
Apple Pie Crescents
4.8 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 138 reviews.
This super-easy recipe is perfect for when you are craving apple pie but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen.
Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies
4.5 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 49 reviews.
These indulgent (but surprisingly simple) cookies are what dessert dreams are made of! They’re perfect for holidays, potlucks, or any night you’re craving an easy homemade treat.
Sheet-Pan Surf and Turf
0.0 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 0 reviews.
This sheet-pan meal has it all—a big juicy steak, perfectly plump shrimp, seasoned potato wedges, and snappy asparagus
Hot Dog Quilt
0.0 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 0 reviews.
This unique recipe may look complicated to create, but we’re here to tell you it’s easy as pie!
French Onion Chicken Pasta Casserole
4.1 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 55 reviews.
French onion flavor with casserole coziness? That’s the perfect combination, if you ask us.