Easy pumpkin dinner ideas! These savory fall dinner recipes with pumpkin are hearty meals for cozy autumn nights.
We all know that pumpkin desserts are amazing, but there are so many savory ways to eat pumpkin too.
Yep, you can even eat it for dinner!
I put together a list of the best pumpkin dinner recipes, so you have tons of cozy meals to add to your fall menu.
From easy casseroles and crockpot meals, to cozy soups and chilis, to one-pot dinners, there are so many fun recipes to choose from!
They’re perfect if you’re looking for new meal ideas for your family, are hosting a fall dinner party, or want a fun recipe for a Halloween or Thanksgiving potluck.
Pumpkins are cheap to buy, full of nutrition, and are a surefire way to feel festive during autumn.
Let’s check out these dinner ideas using pumpkin!
Pumpkin Dinner Recipes
Creamy Pumpkin Risotto
Creamy Pumpkin Risotto is a delicious rice dish consisting of pumpkin, rice, butter, and parmesan cheese.
It’s an amazing side dish to serve alongside almost any meat and vegetables, and it’s also great to eat by itself.
Pumpkin Macaroni and Cheese
The ultimate comfort food, this Blue Cheese Pumpkin Mac and Cheese will quickly become your favorite fall meal.
It’s so savory, creamy, cozy and comforting.
Turkey Pumpkin Chili
Embrace fall with this hearty, cozy chili with serious pumpkin vibes.
White beans, veggies, pumpkin, turkey, and warm spices make this the perfect autumn dinner.
Pumpkin Dinner Rolls
These cute Pumpkin Dinner Rolls look just like mini pumpkins! They are not only soft and buttery dinner rolls, but also easy and fun to make.
Perfect for Halloween, a fall dinner party or your Thanksgiving feast!
Pumpkin Ravioli with Parmesan Sage Cream Sauce
This to-die-for Pumpkin Ravioli with Parmesan Sage Cream Sauce is the perfect fall comfort food meal.
If you really want to impress, this is the dish for you.
Thai Pumpkin Curry
Easy and flavorful Thai Pumpkin Curry is packed with the fragrant and aromatic flavors of Thailand, from creamy coconut milk to spicy red curry paste and fresh lime.
This spicy ramen noodle dish makes a perfectly healthy and comforting weeknight dinner.
Easy Pumpkin Biscuits
Quick and simple Pumpkin Biscuits are perfect alongside fall breakfasts or dinners.
Pumpkin puree, plenty of butter and a bit of cinnamon create the perfect flaky, satisfying biscuit.
Creamy Pumpkin Alfredo
Imagine a creamy sauce infused with the subtle and comforting sweetness of pumpkin puree, mingling with garlic and parmesan cheese.
Not only is Pumpkin Alfredo a delicious seasonal cozy meal, but it’s also a fast dinner idea that uses leftover canned pumpkin.
Pumpkin Quesadillas
Pumpkin Quesadillas use canned pumpkin that mixes quickly with black beans, seasonings, and fresh cilantro to make your filling.
Add the cheese and you have the makings for this great fall dinner.
Crockpot Creamy Pumpkin Chicken
Slow Cooker Creamy Pumpkin Chicken is the perfect easy fall dinner recipe. Just, throw all the ingredients in the crockpot, let it simmer and serve!
Sourdough Pumpkin Fougasse Bread
A perfect seasonal bake for all sourdough lovers, Sourdough Fougasse is shaped like a leaf, and made with pumpkin puree.
With a subtle pumpkin flavor, extra crusty crust and that irresistible orange color of the crumb, this French pumpkin fougasse is sure to impress.
Pumpkin Spice Pasta Dough
Infused with pumpkin and warm spices this beautiful and aromatic homemade Pumpkin Spice Pasta stands up to any sauce.
Pumpkin Rice
Pumpkin Rice is a delicious and easy comfort food made with real pumpkin.
This tasty dish combines the earthy sweetness of pumpkin with aromatic spices, to make a dish that is sure to impress.
Creamy Pumpkin Soup
Creamy Pumpkin Soup is a delicious fall soup made with pumpkin purée (homemade or canned), cauliflower, milk, and cheese.
Baked Feta Pumpkin Pasta
Baked Feta Pumpkin Pasta is a delicious fall version of the viral baked feta pasta. It could not be more simple to make.
All you have to do is bake up your feta and garlic and then blend together the sauce.
Slow Cooker Beef And Pumpkin Stew
Slow Cooker Beef and Pumpkin Stew is loaded with beef, fresh pumpkin, parsnips and carrots.
It’s perfect for the cold winter months and for using up leftover pumpkin.
Pumpkin Butter Grilled Cheese
This seasonally appropriatePumpkin Butter Grilled Cheese answers all your needs for comfort food.
Pair it with your favorite fall soup or chili for an amazing autumn meal.
Bacon and Pumpkin Pasta
Healthy Bacon and Pumpkin Pasta comes together so deliciously with a creamy pumpkin puree sauce and tasty chunks of bacon.
All you need are a few pantry ingredients to make this hearty and filling family dinner.
Crockpot Moroccan Pumpkin Chicken
The ultimate healthy comfort food, this Crockpot Moroccan Pumpkin Chicken goes together in 15 minutes, and slowly cooks, leaving the chicken tender and coated in a delicious spicy sauce.
Pumpkin Marinara Pasta
Flavorful 30-minute Pumpkin Marinara Pasta is easy to make with pantry ingredients.
It may seem like an unusual combination, but the sweet and creamy pumpkin puree balances the acidity of the tomatoes.
Stuffed Pumpkin Dinner
Dinner in a Pumpkin is a delicious and festive way to use your fall pumpkins. And making it in the Instant Pot is easy!
This savory pumpkin dish might become a favorite and a holiday tradition your family will love.
Crockpot Pumpkin Soup
Slow cooker Pumpkin Soup is an easy and delicious dish made from pumpkin puree, stock and seasonings. Just dump and go!
Creamy Pumpkin Pasta
Creamy Pumpkin Pasta is a delightful dish that combines cooked pasta with a rich and creamy sauce made from fresh pumpkin, onion, tomato, cream, and other spices.
Pumpkin Curry with Chicken and Veggies
Thai-inspired Pumpkin Curry Recipe is easy to make and tastes just like take-out!
Loaded with lots of veggies, chicken, coconut milk, and pumpkin puree, this is the perfect meal to make for chilly and busy nights.
Baked Pumpkin Pasta with Zucchini
Delicious Baked Pumpkin Pasta is a traditional dish that captures the very essence of Italy's love for seasonal ingredients. Pumpkin and pasta is a match made in heaven!
Pumpkin Sausage Soup
Dinner (or lunch!) is rich, savory, satisfying, and perfectly seasoned in this Pumpkin Sausage Soup.
It's also lower in carbs, abounding with delicious fresh vegetables, and is ready in less than 35 minutes.
Pumpkin Pasta With Spinach and Mushrooms
Pumpkin Pasta with Spinach and Mushrooms is the perfect meal for those cozy autumn nights.
Not much prep at all, and hits the spot every time. The pumpkin sauce is creamy, and the mushrooms and spinach add some extra nutrients and flavor.
Cheesy Chicken Pumpkin Casserole
Feed a crowd with this savory and cheesy chicken pumpkin casserole. It’s inherently low carb, but tastes amazing over rice or potatoes.
Instant Pot Pumpkin Mushroom Risotto
Instant Pot Pumpkin Mushroom Risotto gives you a creamy, rich risotto with minimal fuss thanks to the Instant Pot.
This recipe is so easy and versatile, it's the perfect side dish or main course to make this fall or winter season.
Pumpkin Gnocchi with Butter Sage Sauce
Pumpkin Gnocchi with butter sage sauce is comfort food to the max. The gnocchi are not difficult to make, and will be a family favorite in no time.
Thai Pumpkin Lentil Meatballs
Thai Pumpkin Lentil Meatballs with Curry Sauce are high in plant protein and rich in fall flavors.
These meatballs are super easy to make and great for a vegetarian seasonal dinner or to meal prep ahead of a busy week.
Indian Pumpkin Curry
Healthy Pumpkin Curry Paneer is vegan so it doesn’t use any heavy cream. Instead the gravy is made up of real pumpkin and cashew for its creaminess.
Pumpkin Rigatoni
Dive into a bowl of creamy, dreamy Pumpkin Rigatoni made with fresh pumpkin. Enjoy all the fresh seasonal fall flavors, and throw in some kale and peas to add even more nutrition.
Roasted Pumpkin Spinach Salad
Make the season special with this Roast Pumpkin Spinach Salad that is incredibly tasty, flavorful, and healthy.
Who could resist roasted pumpkin on top of a fresh salad, garnished with peanuts and sesame.
Pumpkin Curry Soup
If you’re in the market for a fast, vibrant, naturally vegetarian dinner, you can’t beat this Thai-inspired Pumpkin Curry Soup with coconut milk.
Made with just 10 shelf-stable pantry staples and exactly zero chopping, this curried pumpkin soup is a lifesaver for busy weeknights.
Chinese Pumpkin Rice
Chinese Pumpkin rice is a super easy and flavorful rice cooker recipe. The soft pumpkin cubes melt in your mouth, contrasting with the firm bite of the white rice grains.
It only takes 10 minutes to prepare and the rest of the work is up to your rice cooker.
Vegetarian Pumpkin Chili
The perfect balance of sweet and spicy in this hearty vegan Pumpkin Chili. Full of healthy plant based protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals and ready in just about 30 minutes.
Pumpkin Pasta with Spinach and Walnuts
Creamy Pumpkin Pasta with spinach and walnuts is a quick and easy weeknight dinner.
It can even be made with homemade pure pumpkin puree, the Instant Pot makes that process super easy.
Turkey Pumpkin Curry Soup with Rice
Keep that pumpkin flavor on the dinner menu by serving up Turkey Pumpkin Curry Soup with Rice, a simple recipe that takes only 20 minutes.
With coconut milk, this rich and creamy soup is quick, comforting and tasty. It’s a terrific way to use leftover turkey as well!
Pumpkin Garlic Pasta with Kale
This vegetarian Pumpkin Garlic Pasta will satisfy all your savory fall cravings with its creamy texture and hint of seasonal spices.
Pumpkin Parmesan Bread Rolls
These easy, no-yeast Parmesan Pumpkin Bread Rolls are filled with herbs and topped with cheese. These are the perfect soup companion!
Ground Beef Dinner and Rice in a Pumpkin
This Ground Beef Dinner in a pumpkin is not only easy to make, it's also a kid friendly dinner that will have your little ones begging for more!
Purple Sweet Potato Pumpkin Soup
Purple Sweet Potato Pumpkin Soup is a nice warm way to take advantage of pumpkin season on a weeknight or to brighten up the usual Thanksgiving dinner with a little purple.
Not only are sweet potatoes packed with nutrients, the purple ones create the most beautiful color in whatever you cook with them.
Pumpkin Mushroom Risotto With Spinach
Mushrooms, spinach, celeriac and parsnip rice are cooked in a creamy pumpkin and broth sauce to produce this healthy nutrient dense pumpkin and mushroom risotto.
It's made in just 25 minutes, half the time of regular risotto!
Pumpkin Chicken Curry
This easy Pumpkin Chicken Curry is made of juicy, tender chicken morsels simmered in a deliciously aromatic sauce that is full of warm spiced flavor.