The shimmer of golden lights just got a little brighter.
The sounds of excited chatter and laughter got a little louder.
The air around you just wrapped up an extra layer of happiness.
Look around,
Resplendent in the promise of new beginnings, a new year is about to walk into your life.
Soaked in the scent of freshness, the new year symbolizes the onset of a new chapter in our lives. It motivates us to start afresh and to walk an inch closer to realizing that dream of ours. And every beginning must be celebrated, right? Since forever, we have been cherishing special days with friends and good food. Host a special New Year’s Eve dinner at home with these 4 absolutely best New Year’s Eve dinner recipes.
Chicken Kiev with Boiled Potato on the Side
Wondering what food to cook for New Year’s?
Well, let me share one of the best New Year’s Eve dinner ideas with you. I am sure this dish, rich in butter, will steal the hearts of all chicken lovers! So, without further ado, let me get to it.
Chicken Kiev Recipe
Ingredients
For Chicken Kiev:
- 4 boneless, de-skinned chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- A cup of breadcrumbs
- 2 beaten eggs
- A cup of all-purpose flour
- Oil (for frying)
- 2 sticks of unsalted softened butter
- 2 tablespoons of freshly chopped parsley
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon.
For Boiled Potatoes:
- 4 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and quartered
- Salt, to taste
- Butter, for serving
- Freshly chopped parsley
Method
Setting up the oven:
- Preheat the oven to 190 degrees Celsius
Marinating the Chicken:
- Sprinkle salt and pepper over the chicken breasts to season them.
Preparing the Chicken Kiev Stuffing:
- Mix the unsalted butter, chopped parsley, minced garlic, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
Preparing the Chicken Breasts:
- Place a chicken breast on a piece of plastic wrap laid on the tabletop.
- Cover the chicken breast with another piece of plastic. Then pound it to get an even thickness.
- Spread a tablespoon of the butter mixture over the chicken breast.
- Roll the chicken breast tightly. Make sure to seal the edges.
- Repeat the process for all the chicken breasts.
- To cool the butter spread, place the rolled chicken breasts in the freezer for around 15 to 20 minutes.
Coating the Rolled Chicken Breasts:
- Roll each of the rolled chicken breasts in flour, dip them in the beaten eggs, and then coat them with bread crumbs.
- Heat oil in a large skillet.
- Start frying the chicken rolls till they start to get golden brown.
- Transfer the fried chicken rolls to a baking sheet.
Baking the Chicken:
- Bake the fried chicken in a preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes.
Cooking the Boiled Potatoes:
- Place the previously cut potatoes in a pot of salted water.
- Boil till the potatoes are tender.
- Drain the potatoes.
- Smash it well and mix it with butter. Season it with salt and pepper.
Getting It Ready to Serve:
- Place the smashed potatoes on a serving dish.
- Rest the fried chicken on the bed of mashed potatoes gently.
This dish is perfect for a special New Year’s Eve dinner. For my health-conscious readers out there, here is some information about the nutritional content of this meal.
| Nutrients per serving of Chicken Kiev |
| 20 – 25g fat |
| 20-30g carbohydrates |
| 20-30g protein |
| 400-500 Calories |
Please note that this is just an approximate value. The actual numbers can vary depending on certain ingredients and preparation methods.
Sushi Roll Platter
Our taste buds never get tired of exploring new flavors. From pizza to sushi, we love to try out a diverse range of dishes. Allowing you to relish a variety of flavors on one plate, a Sushi Platter is certainly one of the best New Year’s Eve dinner recipes. Sushi lovers, get your notebooks ready to jot this easy New Year recipe.
Note: This Sushi Platter comprises California Roll, Spicy Tuna Roll, and Dragon Roll.
Sushi Roll Platter Recipe
Ingredients
For Sushi Rice:
- 2 cups sushi rice
- 2 ½ cups of water
- ½ cup rice vinegar
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
For California Rolls:
- Nori (seaweed) sheets
- Sushi rice
- Shredded crab
- Julienned cucumber
- Sliced avocado
- Sesame seeds
- Soy sauce
For Spicy Tuna Rolls:
- Nori sheets
- Sushi rice
- Finely chopped sashimi-grade tuna
- A mix of mayonnaise and sriracha sauce
- Julienned cucumber
- Chopped green onions
- Soy sauce
For Dragon Rolls:
- Nori Sheets
- Sushi rice
- Cooked and seasoned eel/shrimp tempura
- Julienned cucumber
- Sliced avocado
- Tobiko
- Eel sauce
- Soy sauce
Method
Preparing Sushi Rice:
- Rinse the rice til the water runs clear.
- Follow the instructions on the packet to cook the rice.
- Heat the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt till it is dissolved.
- Fold this mixture into the cooked rice and let it cool.
Preparing Sushi Rolls:
- Place a bamboo sushi rolling mat on a clean surface.
- Now, lay a sheet of plastic wrap on the map and then place a sheet of nori.
Preparing California Rolls:
- Spread a thin layer of sushi rice over the nori.
- Add shredded crab, cucumber and avocado.
- Roll tightly using the bamboo mat.
- Slice into bite-sized pieces and sprinkle with some sesame seeds.
Preparing Spicy Tuna Rolls:
- Spread a thin layer of sushi rice over the nori.
- Add a line of chopped tuna, cucumber, and green onions.
- Drizzle with the mayonnaise and sriracha sauce mix.
- Roll tightly and slice into pieces.
Preparing Dragon Rolls:
- Spread sushi rice on nori.
- Add a layer of avocado and cucumber.
- Roll tightly, and top with thin avocado slices and tobiko.
- Drizzle with eel sauce and slice.
Get Ready to Serve:
- Dish the sushi rolls on a platter.
- Serve with soy sauce and pickled ginger.
Savour this easy New Year recipe with your family and begin the new year on a tasty note. I am also sharing the nutrient details, especially for all health-conscious foodies.
| Nutrients in California Roll (per piece) | Nutrients in Spicy Tuna Roll (per piece) | Nutrients in Dragon Roll (per piece) | Nutrients in Sushi Rice (1 cup) |
| 40-50 Calories | 40-50 Calories | 80-100 Calories | 200 Calories |
| 6-7 g carbohydrates | 6-7 g carbohydrates | 10-15 g carbohydrates | 45g carbohydrates |
| 1-2 g protein | 1-2g protein | 2-5g protein | 4g protein |
| 1-2g fat | 1-2g fat | 3-5g fat | 0 g fat |
Please note that this is just an approximate value. The actual numbers can vary depending on certain ingredients and preparation methods.
Dutch Oven Pizza
Dear Pizza lovers, this one’s for you!
Be it a birthday party or New Year’s Eve, you can never go wrong with pizza. In this New Year special blog, I am sharing the recipe for Dutch Oven Pizza. The creamy parmesan, the tangy marinara sauce, and the goodness of mushrooms blend into lip-smacking slices for you to cherish. I guarantee you, it is undoubtedly one of the best New Year’s Eve dinner recipes. So, without further ado, let me get to it.
Dutch Oven Pizza Recipe
Ingredients
- A pound of fresh pizza dough
- A tablespoon of olive oil
- A cup of marinara sauce
For Toppings:
- 8 ounces of cooked, spicy chicken sausages
- ⅓ cup of chopped onion
- ⅓ cup of shredded bell peppers
- ½ cup of sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup shredded Italian cheese
- ½ cup of Parmesan cheese
- A pinch of chili flakes
Method
Preparing the Dutch Oven
- Start by preheating your oven to 245 degrees Celcius.
- Place your Dutch oven in the oven while it is preheating to heat the pot.
Rolling out the dough
- Sprinkle some flour over a cooking surface, and roll the dough into a 12-inch circle.
Getting your Pizza Ready
- Remove the hot Dutch oven from the oven. Remember to put your oven mitts on.
- Place the rolled-out dough in the pot bottom.
- Brush the rolled-out dough with some olive oil.
- Leaving a small gap around the edges, spread half of the marinara sauce over the dough, evenly.
- Now is the time to add the toppings. Sprinkle the vegetables, sliced chicken sausages, and the cheese.
Baking the pizza
- Put the Dutch oven back in the preheated oven.
- Bake it until the crust gets golden and the cheese starts bubbling. It should take you 12-15 minutes, approximately.
Getting It Ready to Serve
- Use a spatula to remove the pizza from the Dutch oven.
- Wait for some time for the pizza to cool before slicing.
I know the calorie-conscious person in you is eager about the calorie count and other nutrition facts. Worry not! I have listed them in the table below.
| Nutrients in 1 piece of Dutch Oven Pizza |
| 385 Calories |
| 18 g fat |
| 35 g carbohydrate |
| 16 g protein |
So, what are you waiting for?
Bake yourself this tasty terrific Pizza for New Year’s Eve!
Creamy Pesto and Roasted Vegetable Pasta
I know, I know, all the vegetarian readers of this blog must be thinking, “But there is nothing in here for us!”. I heard you. This amazing dish is completely vegetarian and super tasty. Especially if you are planning a New Year’s Eve dinner for two, then this could be a great idea. Without further ado, let me get started.
Creamy Pesto and Roasted Vegetable Pasta Recipe
Ingredients:
For Roasted Vegetables:
- A cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 sliced zucchini, sliced
- 1 sliced red bell pepper
- 1 sliced yellow bell pepper
- A tablespoon of olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For Creamy Pesto Sauce:
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ⅓ cup pine nuts
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ½ cup of heavy cream
For Pasta:
- About 350g your favorite pasta (linguine, fettuccine, or penne)
For Garnishing (Optional):
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil leaves
Method
Preheating the Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celcius.
Roasting the Vegetables:
- In a baking dish, toss the cherry tomatoes, zucchini, red bell pepper, and yellow bell pepper with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Roast in the preheated oven until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized. It should take you around 20-25 minutes.
Preparing the Creamy Pesto Sauce:
- In a food processor, combine fresh basil, grated Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, and minced garlic.
- While the processor is running, gradually add olive oil until the mixture forms a smooth pesto.
- Season with salt and black pepper, to taste.
- In a separate saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat. Stir in the prepared pesto until well combined. Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Cooking the Pasta:
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Combining everything:
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the cooked pasta with the roasted vegetables.
- Pour the creamy pesto sauce over the pasta and vegetables, tossing to coat everything evenly.
Getting It Ready to Serve:
- Garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves, if you wish.
- Serve warm and enjoy your creamy pesto and roasted vegetable pasta!
The creamy pesto blends with roasted vegetables to add a delightful twist to the dish. It is undoubtedly one of the best New Year’s Eve dinner recipes.
Here are the approximate nutritional details for this dish:
| Nutrients in Creamy Pesto and Roasted Vegetable Pasta (per serving) |
| 500-600 Calories |
| 50-60 g carbohydrates |
| 10- 15 g protein |
| 30- 40g fat |
Look out of your window! The New Year is inching closer and closer. Start this year with a heart full of delight and a table full of mouth-watering food. I have shared 4 of the best New Year’s Eve dinner recipes in this blog. Cook the dish you love and cherish it with your family and friends.
Before I end this blog, there is a special New Year’s gift for you! Here is the list of 10 Easy Cook Festive Appetizers for you to add to your New Year’s Eve dinner. Hope you enjoy it.
That is all for this blog.
Wishing you all a very happy new year!
