Valentine’s Day dinner without kids, just the two of you, calls for a special meal, but preferably not the one that will take you the whole day to make.
Sharing food with loved ones, or making them something they love most, is its own kind of love language! I have for you 15 amazing romantic dinner recipes that will be perfect for a date night, and they go far beyond just another pasta dish.
You will find fancy lobster tails and scallops, but also juicy steaks, chicken, and very cheap recipes to whip up for a dinner for two.
Gina’s Rundown:
Why I love it: I love these recipes because they make special moments even more memorable. Each dish is simple enough to prepare but elegant enough to impress, creating the perfect balance of flavor and romance.
From cozy, comforting meals to stunning, restaurant-quality entrees, these recipes turn an ordinary dinner into a heartfelt experience. Plus, cooking them brings joy and connection, making every bite a little celebration of love.
Seared Scallops
Gordon Ramsay’s restaurant-level appetizer or main course for a romantic dinner is, hands down, seared scallops! These beauties are ready in 15 minutes and are so delicate and delicious!
Get the recipe: Seared Scallops
Marry Me Chicken
The most viral romantic dinner that takes minimal effort? Hands down, Marry Me chicken. Everyone has their own version, so this is my recipe to make incredibly saucy and juicy chicken breasts for a dinner for two.
Get the recipe: Marry Me Chicken
Maple Glazed Salmon
Healthy dinners are also possible in under 30 minutes (or you can marinate it)! Roast salmon fillets in the oven with a sticky-sweet maple glaze that caramelizes in minutes. It’s healthy, fast, and it is just perfect for a romantic night.
Get the recipe: Maple Glazed Salmon
Roasted Cornish Hens
Small Cornish hens stuffed with herbs and roasted until golden and succulent are a great rustic dinner for a date night. A charming, gourmet option if you want to set the hosting bar really high!
Get the recipe: Roasted Cornish Hens
Roasted Half Chicken
Roasting the whole chicken is excessive for just the two of you, so you can easily just oven-roast half of it! It comes out perfectly juicy every time, with every bite seasoned all the way through.
Get the recipe: Roasted Half Chicken
Neapolitan Pasta
Pasta is always a no-brainer for me, and there are so many amazing recipes, but I find myself going back to simple classics like this Neapolitan pasta. It is fresh, simple, and just tastes like Italy to me!
Get the recipe: Neapolitan Pasta
Slow Cooker Stuffed Shells
If you’re craving pasta for your date night, try this crockpot recipe. Pasta shells are filled with a mixture of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, then cooked in marinara sauce. This vegetarian dish is a comforting and easy-to-make dinner.
Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Stuffed Shells
Perfect Lamb Chops
The easiest way to always cook a perfect lamb chop, which I have tested in different kitchens over many years! Perfectly seasoned and seared, they make an amazing low-carb dinner for a special occasion.
Get the recipe: How to Prepare Lamb Chops
Garlic Butter Filet Mignon
Feeling like a chef? Fillet Mignon is a classic restaurant dish, and it is actually not that hard to make at home! With simple ingredients, you can serve a perfectly cooked slice of meat in under 40 minutes!
Get the recipe: Garlic Butter Filet Mignon
Air Fryer Lobster Tails
Nothing can beat lobster for a date night! And making it at home will be cheaper than ordering at a restaurant. This easy-to-follow dinner recipe for Air Fryer Lobster Tails is done in minutes and makes juicy, delicate seafood.
Get the recipe: Air Fryer Lobster Tails
Smoked Ribeye
This recipe shows you how to make juicy Ribeye with a slow smoke and quick sear for crust. Perfect special dinner for steak lovers. Serve with salad for a healthy touch.
Get the recipe: Smoked Ribeye
Smoked Oysters
Smoking oysters is a gourmet dinner idea that is low in carbs. Will be great for celebrating something or for Valentine’s. Oysters are incredibly healthy, loaded with so many minerals and vitamins, and perfectly keto-friendly. They cook up in 30 minutes top.
Get the recipe: Smoked Oysters
Pork Loin Roast
A garlic and herb-rubbed pork loin roasted to juicy perfection with a savory pan gravy – it sounds mouthwatering, doesn’t it?! An elegant, budget-friendly alternative main for Thanksgiving that will easily feed a crowd.
Get the recipe: Pork Loin Roast
Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken
If you want to make something comforting yet special for a romantic dinner for Valentine’s, and you LOVE bold flavors, I highly recommend authentic Jamaican stew chicken. Finger-licking good Caribbean food.
Get the recipe: Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken
Shrimp Scampi without Wine
You can make delicious scampi without wine to keep your Valentine’s dinner healthy and cheap! Beautiful Mediterranean flavors for seafood lovers with a low-carb nutrition profile. My favorite thing about this recipe is that it takes less 20 minutes.
Get the recipe: Shrimp Scampi without Wine
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