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48 Recipes To Cook In July. July is one of my favorite months to cook, and this roundup brings together the seasonal recipes I come back to year after year. From last summer’s Sungold Cherry Tomato Pasta and Zucchini Chicken Noodle Casserole to my Peach and Prosciutto Pizza and Chicken Lazone with Herby Corn, you’ll find so many summer favorites to make this month. And whatever you do, don’t skip the Cinnamon Peach Muffin Bread or everyone’s favorite Blackberry Peach Cobbler.
I always love putting these roundups together. Next week, I’ll share our annual collection of the most popular summer recipes, and I can’t wait to revisit all of those reader favorites too. These posts remind me of everything I’ve created over the years.
When I look back through every July since 2013, one thing stands out…I fully embraced summer produce. Tomatoes, peaches, corn, zucchini, berries, frozen desserts, refreshing drinks, and recipes for backyard dinners and warm summer nights fill the archives.
Some of my family’s longtime favorites include Easy Sheet Pan Tomato Herb Pizza, Grilled Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce, Skillet Creamy Cajun Chicken Lazone with Herby Corn, One Pan Corn and Zucchini Pesto Orzo Casserole, last summer’s Sundgold Cherry Tomato Pasta, and Strawberry Pretzel Ice Cream Cake.
I still look forward to making so many of these recipes every July. Maybe I say that every month, but every time I dig back through the archives, I fall in love with them all over again. If only summer lasted long enough to make every single one.
Below, I pulled together a mix of my favorites, your favorites, and plenty of family favorites too. I hope this roundup inspires you to cook your way through July!
32 Recipes to Cook in July
Drinks
Peach Thyme Smash
Is there anything more summery than a peachy drink? It's finally peak peach season and I've been dying to share this drink!
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Strawberry Pink Drink
This summery iced tea latte is creamy, perfectly sweetened with just fruit, and best enjoyed…well, any time of day!
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Firecracker Champagne Paloma
Welcoming in this 4th of July weekend with an extra bubbly Firecracker Champagne Paloma…a simple, quick, and festive summertime cocktail!
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Balsamic Peach Spritz.
Sweet peach jam, a splash of tart white balsamic vinegar, and topped off with sparkling prosecco. This summery spritz is sweet, bubbly, and so refreshing!
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Spicy Pickle Margaritas
A bold twist on the classic! Made with tequila, lime, jalapeños, and tangy pickle brine for a salty, spicy sip!
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Easy Appetizers/Salads/Dinners
Smashed Burrata with Jam and Pistachios
A 5-minute summer go-to made with creamy burrata, sweet jam, and salty pistachios. So easy, so good!
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Blueberry, Melon, Feta, Fruit Salad Stacks
These fruit stacks are a real showstopper!
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Zucchini Cheddar Chicken Noodle Casserole
A cozy, one-skillet dinner made in under an hour with chicken, pasta, zucchini, and melty cheddar!
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Simple Roasted Sungold Cherry Tomato Pasta
A creamy, summery pasta with goat cheese, crispy prosciutto, and sweet, roasted cherry tomatoes!
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Corn Tomato and Bacon Goat Cheese Pizza
Sweet roasted tomatoes, melty cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh corn all baked up together on golden pizza dough!
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Tomato Peach Chicken Salad
Juicy peaches, tomatoes, shredded chicken, and feta with a brown‑butter rosemary vinaigrette. Summer in a bowl!
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Tomato Cheddar Chicken and Rice Bake
So easy to throw together, great for back-to-school, and can be made all in one dish in just one hour!
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Prosciutto Peach Pizza
Made in under a half hour, the combination of sweet peaches, savory cheese, and salty prosciutto is always a summertime favorite!
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Crispy Garlic Chicken Drunken Noodles
One big bowl of overly saucy noodles, chicken, and vegetables. Just like a dish you might find at your favorite Thai spot but made at home!
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Greek Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Feta Orzo
Colorful, quick, and easy…enjoy this as a delicious dinner, or serve it up at your next cookout!
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Green Chile Chicken Taquitos
A delicious twist on a Mexican favorite – so yummy and so easy to create!
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Pull Apart Cheeseburger Sliders.
Cheesy inside, golden and toasty outside, with a delicious garlic sesame butter topping. Perfect for the 4th!
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Skillet Balsamic Peach Pork Chops with Feta and Basil
Summer in a skillet and SO GOOD. These pork chops are pan seared and cooked with balsamic vinegar and fresh peaches to create the perfect sweet and savory combo. Best part? This skillet dinner is made with less than 10 ingredients and is ready in under 30 minutes.
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Better Than Takeout Sweet Thai Basil Chicken.
30 minutes, one pan, no oven, better than takeout, Sweet Thai Basil Chicken. Serve over steamed rice and top with fresh mangos. Delicious and healthy too!
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Easy sheet pan Tomato Herb Pizza
It’s savory, a touch spicy, and the perfect mix of summer flavors that everyone will LOVE!
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Creamy Corn, Zucchini, and Bacon Chowder
So easy…takes less than an hour…and is totally delicious. Add a side salad for the perfect meal!
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30 Minute Pineapple Chicken with Coconut Rice
Every bite is spicy-sweet and the salsa adds a nice summery bite…delicious, healthy, and easy!
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Pesto Cheese Zucchini Ravioli with Burst Tomatoes
Best for nights when you’re craving Italian, but wanting to keep things light and summery!
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Caprese Chicken Pasta Salad
This salad takes little effort, comes together quickly, is colorful, almost no-cook, and so delicious! Perfect for the 4th!!
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Simple Chicken Zucchini Alfredo Pasta
Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with zucchini and fresh herbs. A quick, easy summer twist on classic Alfredo!
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Grilled Chicken Shawarma with Golden Butter Fries and Garlic Sauce
Simple to throw together…the perfect summer recipe to serve at your next backyard BBQ!
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Skillet Creamy Cajun Chicken Lazone with Herby Corn
One skillet, lightly breaded chicken seared until golden in a deliciously, creamy, spicy, cajun style sauce!
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Crockpot Greek Chicken Meatballs with Creamy Tomato Orzo
Turning a meatball pasta dinner into the easiest, cozy – yet still summery, slow cooker meal!
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Simple Coconut Chicken Curry
This chicken curry with yummy Indian-inspired flavors has a sweet sesame mango topping. It's easy to make and ready in 30 mins – so delicious!
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20 Minute Sticky Ginger Sesame Pineapple Beef
Takes just minutes to prep and minutes to cook…A great "I don't know what to make, dinner"!
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White Corn Pizza
With pesto and candied jalapeño…serve right out of the oven for a truly simple dinner that everyone will love!
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20 Minute Thai Basil Beef and Lemongrass Rice Bowls.
Looking for a quick and delicious weeknight dinner the whole family will enjoy…try these 20 Minute Thai Basil Beef Lemongrass Rice Bowls!
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Creamy Roasted Tomato Ricotta Pasta with Crispy Prosciutto
Great for nights when you’re craving cozy Italian and fresh summer flavors!
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Easiest One Pan Corn and Zucchini Pesto Orzo Casserole
Made using healthy vegetables and herbs, in one pan, in less than an hour. Toss everything in and done!
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Buffalo Ranch Pretzel Chicken Caesar Salad
A colorful salad that’s far from boring…it’s that salty spicy pretzel chicken…beyond delicious!
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One Pot Lemon Butter Ricotta and Zucchini Pasta
Made in under 30 mins, uses just one pot, and is a great way to use up that summertime zucchini!
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Desserts
Cinnamon Peach Muffin Bread
Sweet, peachy, and swirled with jam and cinnamon crumble. An easy one-bowl loaf, perfect for summer!
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Strawberry Pretzel Ice Cream Cake
The creamy, extra berry-filled, no-bake cake that requires very little effort…your new go-to summer cake!
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Easy Peaches and Pretzel Ice Cream Cake
Creamy, peachy, and requires very little effort…If there's one summer ice cream cake to make, it's this one!
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Frozen Chocolate Peanut Butter Cream Pie
This creamy, sweet, and fudgy ice cream pie is easy to make and no-bake—it's everyone's favorite summer pie!
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Easy Ginger Blackberry Peach Cobbler
The sweetest way to use ripe batches of summer berries and peaches…serve warm with vanilla ice cream!
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Brown Sugar Peach Shortcakes
Simple to make, use only pantry staples, a splash of bourbon, and sweet peaches…the perfect summertime treat!
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Homemade Creamy Chocolate Fudge Pops
The healthier summer dessert made simply with just 8 pantry staple ingredients. Be sure to stock your freezer!
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Simple Blueberry Basque Cheesecake
Flaky puff pastry crust surrounding a creamy cheesecake filling and topped with fresh summer blueberries.
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Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Bars
7 ingredients, extra creamy and fruity. The perfect summer dessert to stock in your freezer – YUM!
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Old School Easy Brown Sugar Peach Cobbler
Juicy peaches, a crisp topping, and soft buttery center. Top with ice cream for the best peach treat of the summer!
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Blackberry Lavender Naked Cake with White Chocolate Buttercream
Every bite is layered with fresh berries, hints of lavender, and sweet vanilla cake. The perfect berry-filled cake for any and all occasions.
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Easy Strawberry Spoon Cake
Warm, gooey, and packed with fresh berries and jam. Serve with vanilla ice cream for the ultimate summer dessert!
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This post was originally published on July 1, 2026
