31 Recipes to Cook in January 2026.

Today, I’m sharing 31 Recipes to Cook in January 2026! This collection pulls together reader-favorite recipes from Januarys past and features colorful, lighter dishes that still feel cozy and perfect for winter. You’ll find everything from big, satisfying salads and easy weeknight dinners to game-day appetizers, warming soups, and a few sweet desserts too. There’s truly something for every day of the month—plus a few extras.

I almost forgot to share this year’s January roundup! With all the excitement of the new year, I dove straight into creating new recipes. But once I realized I’d skipped this post, I knew I had to circle back—it’s packed with too many good recipes to miss.

Even just last year, we had so many seriously delicious January recipes. And while this month can sometimes feel a little long, I honestly love the fresh start and cozy rhythm it brings to the kitchen.

And don’t forget—we’ve got Super Bowl recipes coming soon, and then Valentine’s Day is right around the corner too. It’s such a fun time of year for cooking and gathering.

If there are any recipes you’d love to see this month or heading into February, let me know in the comments. I hope you enjoy these favorites—there’s so much more coming this month!

Crockpot Chipotle Honey Pot Roast Tacos

4.63 from 164 votes

8

Made in the crockpot or the oven, these tacos are simple to make, saucy, spicy, cheesy, and so yummy!

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Crockpot Hearty Chicken and Rice Soup

3.77 from 26 votes

6

Warming, hearty, full of flavor, and simple to make. Add parmesan and bread on the side…delicious!

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5 Ingredient Magic Cookies

4.79 from 57 votes

22 cookies

These cookies take just a few minutes to prep, then bake, and kind of like magic you'll have delicious cookies!!

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20 Minute Korean Gochujang Beef Bowls

4.80 from 117 votes

6

Every bite is filled with deliciously flavored beef and just the right amount of spice, and it's easy!

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Iced Grapefruit Yogurt Cake

4.63 from 85 votes

8

Sweetened with honey and made with almond flour, this easy-to-make, gluten-free winter cake melts in your mouth!

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Sheet Pan Chili Orange Chicken and Broccoli

4.78 from 179 votes

6

The easiest sheet pan dinner. Add a side of rice for a main, or serve it as an appetizer!

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Chocolate Dipped Sesame Oatmeal Bars

4.63 from 29 votes

16 bars

Sweet and salty with just the right amount of CRUNCH, everyone loves these easy, wholesome chocolate bars!

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20 Minute Miso Ginger Beef and Broccoli

4.50 from 70 votes

6

The easiest skillet dinner, less than 30 minutes from start to finish…easy, fun, and still delicious!

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Easy Baked Spicy Sesame Butter Chicken

4.77 from 102 votes

6

This oven-baked, one-pan chicken has incredible flavor, a creamy sauce, AND it's the easiest recipe!

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Chocolate Chip Espresso Yogurt Cake

4.70 from 86 votes

10

One bowl, simple to make, a wonderful cake to enjoy anytime. Much better than the bakery!

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Vanilla Chai Hot Chocolate

4.88 from 31 votes

1 mug

Simple to make, not too sweet, and warmingly delicious…soon to become a cozy winter staple!

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Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken

4.92 from 829 votes

6

Simple cornflake-crusted chicken baked up on a sheet pan until crispy and delicious – loved by everyone!

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Spicy Short Rib Peanut Ramen

4.75 from 179 votes

6

One pot spicy ramen…because there’s nothing better than a steaming bowl of ramen on a cold winter’s night!

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Sheet Pan Roasted Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon with Feta and Olives

3.92 from 1005 votes

4

Buttery, colorful, healthy, and so delicious. A flavorful update to the classic salmon dinner!

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30 Minute Spicy Miso Chicken Katsu Ramen

4.37 from 1269 votes

4

Made in the instant pot or on the stove…best for when you're craving ramen, and need it fast!

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Salted Tahini Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

3.85 from 1718 votes

24 cookies

These delicious cookies are easy to make, healthier, made with simple ingredients, and gluten-free too!

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Crispy Roasted Cauliflower with Creamy Pesto Pasta

4.28 from 825 votes

6

Crispy Roasted Cauliflower with Creamy Pesto Pasta…the coziest, creamiest bowl of healthier pasta that’s fancy AND easy…plus so delicious!

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Healthier Homemade Crunchwrap Supreme

4.33 from 1188 votes

6

Taking everyone's favorite fast food and making it healthier…and at home too…plus all the fixings!

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Crispy Turmeric Chicken Tenders

2.28 from 79 votes

6

So perfectly crisp, you might think it's fried, but it's not…a fun, easy dinner or game day appetizer!

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Cinnamon Crunch Swirled Coffee Cake

2.77 from 42 votes

8

Cinnamon Crunch Yogurt Coffee Cake: Vanilla yogurt coffee cake swirled with a layer of espresso CRUNCH, creating a yummy ooey gooey center!

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Creamy Tuscan White Bean Lemon Soup

4.94 from 95 votes

6

My family’s favorite quick and easy Italian-style soup…such a yummy comforting winter soup!

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Salsa Verde Tortilla Soup

4.75 from 47 votes

6

Made with a variety of vegetables, seasonings, chunky red salsa, smoky salsa verde, and plenty of toppings!

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Maple Banana Bread with Cinnamon Butter

4.78 from 254 votes

1 loaf

Made in one bowl, quick to mix, warming, and SO DELICIOUS…the perfect bread to bake this weekend!

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Sheet Pan Lemon Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Avocado Goddess Sauce

4.66 from 436 votes

6

This easy meal comes together in about an hour, colorful and delicious!

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Lemon Chai Cake

4.20 from 421 votes

8

Sweet lemony almond cake infused with the warming flavors of chai for a cozy winter twist…brighten up these short winter days!

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Homemade Vegan Peanut Butter Twix Bars

4.73 from 201 votes

16 bars

Easy to make, no processed sugars, gluten-free, and every bite is sweet, nutty, chocolatey, and so DELICIOUS!

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Lighter Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup

4.63 from 755 votes

6

Cozy, creamy, secretly full of vegetables, made simply in one pot, healthier, and totally delicious!

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One Pot Stove-Top Mac and Cheese

4.63 from 545 votes

6

Simple, delicious, and made all in one pot in just 30 minutes…the perfect recipe for sneaking in vegetables!

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Harissa Eggs in Whipped Goat Cheese

4.74 from 15 votes

6

Eggs in harissa sauce snuggled into a bed of creamy whipped goat cheese with avocado relish, so delish!

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Kale Caesar Salad with Sweet Potatoes and Crispy Chickpeas

4.36 from 864 votes

6

The perfect wintry salad to kick-start clean eating in 2020!

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Weeknight Thai Chicken Meatball Khao Soi.

4.19 from 1383 votes

6

This northern Thai inspired noodle soup is the simplest weeknight dinner…hearty, cozy, quick, and healthy too!

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30 Minute Chicken Braised in Coconut Milk with Sweet Potatoes and Rice.

4.12 from 2458 votes

6

A fusion of Thai and Indian flavors. The perfect bowl of warming comfort food!

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One Skillet White Chicken Chili Bake.

4.40 from 1163 votes

6

Spicy, creamy, and with a variety of flavors and textures. All made simply in ONE skillet…delicious!

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Chocolate Chunk Greek Yogurt Banana Bread

4.67 from 39 votes

1 loaf

Made in one bowl, each slice has pockets of melted chocolate and sweet-salty butter…so DELICIOUS!

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Salted Tahini Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

4.32 from 829 votes

18 cookies

No added sugar, quick, easy, rich, and decadent. Made with all wholesome ingredients in 30 mins!

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Lastly, if you make these 31 Recipes to Cook in January 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!