Our 20 Most Popular Recipes in May (2024)

Whether you’re a seasoned pro, are new to the wonderful world of cooking, or are simply working to create the perfect menu for your backyard barbeque—there’s no better time to experiment than in May. There's always a good reason to make tasty recipes, whether it's the perfect temperature (not too hot, not too cold) or the fresh produce popping up everywhere. So, get your pots and pans ready, purchase all the necessary ingredients, pick out a delicious recipe below, and start cooking!

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Marry-Me Chicken

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After your fiancée says “I do,” this is the perfect meal to make right after. Tender, boneless chicken, savory seasonings, creamy butter, and spicy garlic create one flavorful dish that your spouse will remember years later.

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Mom's Cucumber Salad

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Nothing tastes quite as good as a recipe made by your mom, and this creamy cucumber salad is no different. Ready in 15 minutes, this salad is perfect as a side or a light afternoon snack.

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Egg Bites

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If your family is always on the go, then you’ll need a grab-n-go breakfast like this one so that everyone can have a nutritious meal before starting their day. Plus, if you have any leftovers, you can simply reheat them and use them for the next day.

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Johnny Marzetti Casserole

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Add the Johnny Marzetti Casserole to your weeknight rotation and watch it become a new favorite dish in your household. Not only does this recipe feature ingredients that you probably have in your fridge or pantry but it’s such a simple casserole to make because it’s ready in just five steps.

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Best Grilled Cheese

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A regular grilled cheese sandwich is already a delicious dish, but add bacon to it and you’ve got yourself a sensational sammie! Also, to really turn this into a wholesome meal, eat it with our Fresh Tomato Soup.

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Favorite Garlic Noodles

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Perfect for when you need a simple side or a quick and easy dinner, these garlic noodles are full of flavor. “Fast, easy and flavorful,” said reviewer Reba Wood.

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Easy Pineapple Chicken

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Your taste buds will immediately fall in love with this sweet, spicy Pineapple Chicken dish. Not only do you get to enjoy the classic combination of sweet and spicy but also the nutritious add-in of red bell peppers.

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Baked Lemon Butter Chicken Thighs

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Oven-baked to perfection, these lemon butter chicken thighs will certainly be a crowd-pleaser in your household. With each bite, you’ll hear nothing but “mmm” from each of your family members.

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Beef Enchiladas

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When Taco Tuesday rolls around, you need a simple but flavorful Mexican dish to celebrate the day. These enchiladas are your answer, filled with zesty ground beef, crunchy onions, shredded Cheddar cheese, and other tasty ingredients.

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Pork Chops for the Slow Cooker

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Who doesn’t love biting into a tender, chewy pork chop? While it may take a little more time to prepare this recipe, after one bite, you’ll realize it was worth the wait.

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Slow Cooker Carolina BBQ

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Even though it’s May, you can still work on creating that perfect menu for your backyard barbeque and this Slow Cooker Carolina BBQ will leave everyone speechless with its spiciness, slightly tart, sugary taste.

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Restaurant Style Beef and Broccoli

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Ready in 30 minutes, this simple Chinese dish features steak, fresh ginger, spicy garlic, slightly sweet soy sauce, and other delicious ingredients. After one taste, you’ll be adding this dish to your weeknight roster.

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Scallops with Pesto Cream Sauce

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If your guests are on the way and you need to get dinner on the table in 15 minutes or less, then this recipe is for you. In this dish, pan-fried scallops are topped with a creamy, nutty pesto sauce. “This was amazing. It’s easy, time-saving, and guests loved it,” said reviewer gardenmom.

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Beans-n-Franks

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“Franks and beans are a big favorite with my husband. They are very easy to make, and the kids love them, too,” says recipe creator Kirby Goldsberry. And, since they are such a simple recipe to make, they will definitely be a crowd-pleaser in your household too.

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Amazing Crusted Chicken

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If you’re looking for a way to spice up your regular chicken recipe, consider coating your chicken in cheese-flavored crackers, French-fried onions, Italian bread crumbs, and sesame seeds. That’s right—with such a thick crust, there’s no denying the amazing flavor that this chicken contains.

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Indian-Style Seekh Kebab

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This summer, serve these flavorful kebabs at your get-together, barbeque, or pool party and be surrounded by nothing but compliments. This lamb dish is seasoned with all kinds of spices, then grilled to perfection.

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Delicious Egg Salad for Sandwiches

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This creamy, rich egg salad sandwich is the perfect option to make when you’re tired of the usual PB&J or turkey. “I love this recipe. My mother taught me this a long time ago and I have been making it this way for 50 years,” says reviewer Patty Knott.

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Shrimp Scampi Bake

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If you love seafood and pasta, then you will absolutely love this dish. It’s filled with shrimp, tender noodles, tangy mustard, spicy garlic, and other tasty ingredients, and it’s so good that you’ll be skipping the restaurant version after one bite.

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Slow Cooker Adobo Chicken

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Pop your chicken into the slow cooker, add a few savory ingredients, wait a few hours, and you have a delicious chicken dinner for you and your family. Recipe creator ADRIENNELAPP also recommends serving it over warm rice.

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Hungarian Mushroom Soup

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With soup being such a comforting dish, it really doesn’t matter what season you choose to make it in. And, with each spoonful, you’ll be savoring earthy mushrooms, chopped onions, fresh dill weed, and velvety sour cream.