28 Recipes to Cook in February 2026.

Today, I’m sharing 28 Recipes to Cook in February 2026! This collection brings together reader-favorite recipes from years past, featuring colorful, comforting winter dishes the whole family loves. You’ll find everything from cozy soups and rice bowls to easy weeknight dinners (like my dad’s tacos), plus game-day appetizers and a few sweet desserts perfect for sharing. There’s truly something for every day of the month—with a few extras for good measure.

We’re already 5 days into February, but I still wanted to share this post because there are so many older recipes I’m genuinely excited about. I used to not love putting together these monthly roundups, but over time, they’ve become something I really look forward to. It’s such a fun way to revisit past favorites and bring them back into rotation.

Creating this list always sends me down memory lane, scrolling through recipes from previous years, and it’s honestly kind of crazy to see just how many dishes we’ve shared together. There are always so many gems I’ve forgotten about, and rediscovering them feels like finding little surprises all over again.

I’m especially excited about this month’s picks because, in my mind, February is all about two things: the Super Bowl and Valentine’s Day—and both are so fun to cook for. It’s such a great time of year for cozy meals, casual celebrations, and gathering around the table.

If there are any recipes you’d love to see this month or heading into March, let me know in the comments. I hope you enjoy these favorites, and I can’t wait to share so much more with you this month.

4.76 from 37 votes

Crockpot Salsa Verde Chicken Tortilla Bowl

Slow-cooked chicken mixed in red salsa, salsa verde, and hot sauce, then served over rice bowls – DELISH!

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4.67 from 15 votes

25 Minute Tzatziki Gyro Rice Bowls

A street food-inspired quick, fun, delicious, and different weeknight meal…complete with homemade fries!

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4.67 from 6 votes

Homemade Hostess Cupcakes 

Each bite is filled with sweet, moist cake, creamy marshmallow, and fudgy chocolate glaze – a deliciously fun trip down memory lane!

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3.27 from 34 votes

Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken and Broccoli

A new go-to family dinner. Easy, slow-cooked chicken tossed in a spicy-sweet and tangy honey garlic sauce, YUM!

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4.62 from 78 votes

Baked Garlic Parmesan Boneless Wings

Easy, crispy chicken "wings" tossed in a creamy garlic parmesan sauce…our new game-day favorite!

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4.43 from 14 votes

Brown Butter Banana Cake with Chocolate Caramel Frosting

Quick, fun, and DELICIOUS! The perfect simple 2-layer cake to bake up this weekend!

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4.83 from 81 votes

Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Chili

Perfect for game day, family dinners, and all the nights in between. Super Bowl ready, so easy, and so delicious!

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5 from 1 vote

Easy Chocolate Truffles

These truffles are what you'll be craving most. They're delicious, so easy to make, and perfect for Valentine's Day!

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4.72 from 63 votes

Sheet Pan Korean Popcorn Chicken

A slightly healthier, much easier take on Korean-style fried chicken. Perfect dinner for the entire family!

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4.61 from 41 votes

30 Minute Thai Basil Beef Noodles

Saucy, salty, and just the right amount of spice. Finish with toasted garlicky sesame seeds…so delish!

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4.54 from 169 votes

Baked Lemon Rosemary Chicken Meatballs and Creamy Orzo

All made in one pan without even boiling water…simply mix, bake, eat, and enjoy!

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4.75 from 20 votes

Crispy Carnitas Tacos with Roasted Jalapeño Lime Avocado

These tacos come together easily. They're slightly spicy, so cheesy, and so yummy!

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4.81 from 118 votes

One Pan Creamy Parmesan Ranch Chicken

Enjoy any night of the week. Quickly made all in one dish…simply mix, bake, and serve – easy peasy!

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5 from 2 votes

The Dark Rose

A romantic twist on the classic Moscow Mule, this is the perfect tequila ginger winter cocktail to share with someone special!

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4.83 from 121 votes

Cream Cheese Swirled Cinnamon Carrot Cake Muffins

Better than you could get at any coffee shop, these muffins melt in your mouth!

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4.88 from 241 votes

30 Minute Garlic Butter Chicken Pad Thai

An easy weeknight dinner that's better than any takeout…sure to become a family staple!

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4.91 from 191 votes

Spicy Tuscan Chicken Pasta

Fancy enough for a special holiday dinner yet equally great to make at the end of a busy day…perfect for V-Day!

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4.86 from 77 votes

Sesame Ginger Orange Chicken Salad…with crispy fried wontons

A no-cook, fast, colorful, and delicious mix of savory, sweet, and salty!

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4.48 from 682 votes

Crockpot Spicy Chicken Tortilla Soup

Throw everything in and let it cook…a deliciously easy dinner to warm up to on the coldest of days!

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4.91 from 51 votes

Crunchy Baked Hot Honey Cauliflower

The perfect game-day appetizer, but equally great when served over rice as a meal!

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4.94 from 32 votes

Sesame Gouda Stuffed Naan with Honey

Serve alongside your favorite Indian dishes, with grilled meats, or simply enjoy it on its own!

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4.91 from 20 votes

Crispy Cheesy Sweet Potato Skins

Comes together easily, so delicious, great for a weeknight dinner, but perfect for the upcoming super bowl!

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4.54 from 145 votes

Baked Chocolate Fudge Glazed Doughnuts

Better than fried doughnuts and easier too…best any day doughnut to bake, no reason required!

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4.92 from 214 votes

Simple Thai Yellow Chicken Curry with Spicy Garlic Butter

Full of Thai flavors and so quick to make…a new weeknight family favorite!

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4.34 from 702 votes

Iced Lemon Loaf

With an extra swirl of cream cheese…better than any coffee shop, has a nice spring vibe, plus easier than you'd think to make!

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4.86 from 164 votes

Red’s Favorite Spicy Tuna Poke Bowl

Each bowl is colorful and full of so much flavor…a great family dinner, any night of the week!

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4.34 from 635 votes

Retro-Style Chocolate Sheet Cake

So little effort, extra chocolatey, naturally gluten-free, and every last bite is so delicious!

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4.70 from 1074 votes

Creamy White Bean Lemon Pesto Orzo Soup

Kind of like creamy risotto, kind of like soup, wholesome and comforting…20 mins and so DELICIOUS!

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4.25 from 1310 votes

Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars

Made delicious with wholesome ingredients like oats, maple syrup, natural peanut butter, and dark chocolate!

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4.53 from 230 votes

Crispy Cheese Poblano Avocado Burrito

Mexican seasoned potatoes, poblanos, and black beans, all wrapped in tortillas with plenty of avocado!

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4.65 from 645 votes

Coconut Curry Salmon with Garlic Butter

Simple, wholesome, and delicious…the perfect (non-boring) recipe to keep weeknight dinners fun!

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4.01 from 624 votes

Roasted Turmeric Chicken Pitas with Garlic Lemon Tahini

Street food inspired chicken pitas with Garlic Lemon Tahini…this dish makes for a fun, delicious, and different weeknight dinner!

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3.92 from 1644 votes

Gooey Chocolate Oatmeal Bars

With chocolate chunks and a warm gooey caramel-like center, these bars are the perfect way to perk up a weekday!

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4.14 from 117 votes

Pesto Pizza with Feta Stuffed Crust

Perfect for those nights when you’re looking for a really delicious pizza, but wanting to eat in!

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3.87 from 1241 votes

Sheet Pan Buffalo Chicken Pizza

Fresh pizza dough topped with ranch, extra saucy buffalo chicken, 3 cheese, and seasoning…perfect for gameday!

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3.93 from 833 votes

Earl Grey Blueberry Lemon Cake

Sweet lemony almond cake swirled with fresh blueberries & infused with earl grey tea for a cozy winter twist.

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4.37 from 561 votes

Easiest Coconut Banana Cake with Fudgy Chocolate Frosting

No fuss, super quick to mix up, and SO DELICIOUS!

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4.21 from 1639 votes

One Skillet Greek Meatballs and Lemon Butter Orzo with Whipped Feta

Pan-seared Greek seasoned chicken meatballs, cooked together with lemon butter orzo pasta, for a complete dinner made in just one skillet.

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4.33 from 126 votes

Citrus Avocado Salad with Orange Tahini Vinaigrette

My go-to wintry salad that's fresh, easy, and delicious. Hearty winter greens, baby arugula, fresh oranges, and plenty of salty feta cheese. So simple to put together and healthy too!

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4.29 from 844 votes

Better Than Takeout Garlic Butter Shrimp Pad Thai.

Perfect for busy weeknights when you’re looking for something with a little more flavor, but still quick, healthy-ish, and DELICIOUS.

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4.32 from 485 votes

Sheet Pan Korean Chicken Bowls with Sweet Potatoes and Yum Yum Sauce.

This quick-cooking, easy sheet pan dinner comes together in just about an hour. It’s colorful, healthy, and beyond good.

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Lastly, if you make these 28 Recipes to Cook in February 2026, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love hearing from you guys and always do my best to respond to every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!