31 Recipes To Cook in March 2026.

Today I’m sharing 31 Recipes to Cook in March 2026 — a collection of my favorite recipes published during the month of March over the past 13+ years! It turns out I have a lot of March favorites. You’ll find everything from early spring dinners to sweet seasonal desserts, plus bright breakfast ideas perfect for this time of year. There’s truly something to cook for every single day this month — and even a few recipes to get us excited for spring and Easter ahead.

It’s officially March, and I’m definitely feeling ready for spring. I think we all are. Many of you have been getting plenty of snow — and I’m just coming home from a chilly week in the Italian Alps, so I can relate!

What I love about March recipes is the balance. They’re cozy, but lighter. Some are perfect for those still-cold days, while others lean fresh and vibrant, hinting at warmer weather to come.

And the desserts this month are especially good. Spring baking is always so much fun — lots of citrus and berries, and of course, a little chocolate too.

You’ll also find Mexican-inspired dinners, lighter soups, and plenty of fresh salads. It’s truly a great mix.

I always enjoy putting these monthly roundups together. They bring new inspiration each time, and with over 13 years of recipes to look back on, it’s fun to rediscover old favorites I may have forgotten.

I’m excited to share this collection with you.

Hope you enjoy — and happy March!

March Highlights / Dates to Know

Sunday, March 8th – Daylight Saving Time begins (finally, longer days!)

Tuesday, March 17th – St. Patrick’s Day 🍀
What should I make? I’m thinking a dish made with Irish cheddar will definitely be on the menu!

And looking ahead…

Sunday, April 5th – Easter Sunday!
To Miami we go!

What are you looking forward to in March? What are you excited to cook?

31 Recipes To Cook in March 2026…

Blueberry Sour Cream Coffee Cake

4.75 from 79 votes

8

Every bite is moist and light, layered with fresh berries, jam, and hints of lemon – the perfect spring cake!

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Skillet Creamy Chipotle Chicken Enchiladas

4.74 from 64 votes

6

Smoky chipotle peppers, enchilada sauce, and cream forge a delicious twist on classic enchiladas!

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Sesame Khachapuri

5 from 6 votes

8

A Georgian dish similar to pizza but with a cheesy center and a delicious sesame crust!

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35 Minute Chili Honey Garlic Salmon Bowls

5 from 24 votes

4

Easy, crispy salmon tossed in a spicy-sweet honey garlic sauce with asparagus and broccoli. DELISH!

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One Pot Cajun Ranch Chicken Pasta

4.55 from 35 votes

6

The perfect under-40-minutes pasta, great for both busy weeknights and laid-back weekends!

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Brown Butter Crinkle Top Brownies

4.71 from 17 votes

16 brownies

Simple to make, rich, sweet, thick, and fudgy…your go-to, never-fail, better-than-the-box brownies!

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30 Minute General Tso’s Chicken

4.25 from 29 votes

6

Baked, not fried, and covered in a homemade hoisin made with molasses instead of sugar. It came out SO GOOD!

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One Pot Marry Me Chicken Pasta

4.37 from 44 votes

6

A simple one pot dinner with minimal ingredients…delicious enough to encourage a marriage proposal!

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Homemade Baked Frosted Chocolate Donuts

4.05 from 22 votes

12

Made with Greek yogurt and maple syrup to sweeten. Everyone will adore these healthier, easy homemade treats!

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Homemade 5 Ingredient Sour Fruit Gummies

3.09 from 34 votes

40 gummies

Wow, making gummies at home is shockingly easy…a deliciously fun treat for kids and adults!

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Creamy Avocado Ranch Chicken Pasta Salad

4.94 from 29 votes

8

The creamy dressing with the pasta, spicy salsa, cheese, avocado, and bacon is the yummiest!

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Homemade Honey Butter Cheddar Biscuits

4.87 from 59 votes

8 biscuits

A simple bread recipe to serve for brunch or dinner…you can never go wrong with a great biscuit!

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One Pot Broccoli Cheese Pesto Pasta

4.82 from 55 votes

6

Quick to throw together and so delicious…a very simple recipe to slowly welcome in spring!

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Crockpot Thai Yellow Curry Chicken with Garlic Rice

4.64 from 49 votes

6

An almost effortless crockpot dinner full of delicious Thai flavors that everyone will enjoy!

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Havarti Avocado Sandwich with Spicy Mayo

4.83 from 82 votes

2 sandwiches

Lunch, dinner, or your next picnic, this tasty vegetable cheese sandwich has just what you need!

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Basil Ranch Chicken and Bacon Quesadilla with Avocado

4.97 from 81 votes

4 quesadillas

The perfect cheesy quesadillas to enjoy for lunch or dinner!

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Chocolate Glazed Peanut Butter Banana Doughnuts

5 from 29 votes

12 doughnuts

Each bite is filled with sweet, fluffy peanut butter banana cake + fudgy chocolate frosting!

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Double Strawberry Sugar Cookies

4.27 from 303 votes

20 cookies

Each sweet bite is perfectly chewy, layered with fresh berries, and topped with a deliciously creamy icing – so good!

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25 Minute Banh Mi Rice Bowls

4.76 from 235 votes

6

A yummy balance of spicy, sweet, and savory flavors…plus so delicious and quick to make!

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Easiest One Pan Caprese Pesto Orzo Bake

4.92 from 349 votes

6

All made in one pan, no boiling water, no extra dishes, just mix, bake, eat, and enjoy…simple but delicious!

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Skillet Chicken Fajitas with Creamy Jalapeño Verde Sauce.

5 from 179 votes

6

Fresh, colorful, and tastes even better…it's that sauce, different but so delicious!

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Baked Cinnamon Crunch French Toast

4.86 from 111 votes

8

Soft, buttery, and custardy inside, yet caramelized around the edges…almost like a creme brûlée

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Crockpot Crispy Chicken Tinga Tacos with Jalapeño Avocado Crema

4.83 from 288 votes

6

Easy to assemble, crunchy outside, spicy cheesy inside…everyone loves these!

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Spicy Orange Sesame Chicken

4.87 from 313 votes

6

A classic, but made at home for a more wholesome approach…and with a little extra sauce…delicious!

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Basil Parmesan Pasta with Crispy Chicken, Prosciutto, and Arugula

4.30 from 533 votes

6

Homemade pasta that tastes like it came from your favorite Italian restaurant.

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Easy Vanilla Earl Grey Crème Brûlée

4.25 from 254 votes

4

Sweet, creamy, and extra crackly Easy Vanilla Earl Grey Crème Brûlée…infused with warming, Earl Grey tea and vanilla bean for a deliciously cozy twist!

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Southern Style Creamy Parmesan Chicken Pasta.

4.09 from 2209 votes

8

The easiest, creamiest bowl of pasta…easy on a weeknight, but still perfect for the weekend!

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One Skillet Cheesy Cuban Chicken Rice Bake

4.17 from 560 votes

6

The perfect pantry staple recipe: easy, cheesy, takes under an hour to make, and all-around delicious!

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Strawberry Chamomile Naked Cake

4.51 from 371 votes

28 servings

Basically, this cake is spring in cake form, and it is good!

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