Christmas is the ultimate celebration of love and togetherness. It’s a time when we adopt a spirit of giving and gratefulness. There is something magical about Christmas dinners. They are more than just another family get-together. They are when you can see your family members’ love, feel their presence, and appreciate every moment with them. So, plan something yummy for dinner to make this Christmas perfect. If you have been stressing about what to serve for your family on Christmas, we have some good news for you. Here are some delicious Christmas dinner recipes that will make your holiday perfect. These dishes are easy to prepare, cost-effective, and taste fantastic, everything you need from a great meal.

1 - Christmas Ham

The Christmas ham is a classic holiday dish that will make your guests drool. 

What you’ll need: 

• 2-3lbs of ham (sometimes called shank) 
• 1 cup brown sugar 
• 1 cup water 
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced 
• 1/2 tsp of cloves 
• 1/2 tsp of nutmeg 
• 1/2 tsp of mustard 
• 1/2 tsp of ground ginger 
• 1 tbsp of salt 
• 1 tbsp of pepper

Get your ham out, take a sharp knife, and cut in the top and bottom of the ham. Make sure you go almost all the way through but don’t cut completely through. This is how we will be pouring the flavors into the ham. Mix the water, brown sugar, and spices in a small bowl. Make sure you get everything mixed well. Pour the mixture into the cuts made in the ham. Wrap the ham in foil and put it in the slow cooker for 5-6 hours on low or until the meat is tender.

2 - Christmas Turkey.

The Christmas turkey is served with all the trimmings on Christmas day. 

What you’ll need:

• 1 turkey (around 18 pounds)
• 2 onions, sliced
• 5 cloves of garlic, sliced
• 2 sticks of celery, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 4 sprigs of rosemary
• 3 sprigs of thyme
• 2 tbsp of salt
• 2 tbsp of pepper
• 1 tbsp of ground ginger
• 1/2 tbsp of cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tbsp of turmeric
• 1/2 tbsp of ground nutmeg
• 1 cup of chicken stock

Place your turkey in a large roasting pan. Make sure you place the onions, garlic, and herbs inside the turkey.Sprinkle the salt, pepper, and other spices outside the turkey. Make sure you get a good coating on the outside. Pour the chicken stock into the roasting pan. You can cover the pan with foil or a lid. Roast the turkey for 2 hours at 350 F.

3 - Festive Roast Chicken.

This is a perfect dish to make for a casual family get-together. 

What you’ll need:

• 1 whole chicken
• 1 tbsp of paprika
• 1 tbsp of cayenne pepper
• 1 tbsp of salt
• 1 tbsp of pepper
• 1 tbsp of onion powder
• 1 tbsp of garlic powder
• 1 tbsp of oregano
• 1 tbsp of thyme
• 1 tbsp of rosemary
• 1 tbsp of sage
• 1 tbsp of butter
• 1 tbsp of olive oil

Preheat your oven to 375 F. Place your chicken in a roasting pan and mix the spices (except the paprika) with the butter and oil. Apply the mixture to the chicken and make sure you get it on the inside of the chicken as well. Place the chicken in the oven and roast it for around 1 hour or until it is done. Once the chicken is done, take it out and sprinkle the paprika powder on the chicken.

Christmas is when you can embrace the spirit of sharing and being grateful. It is a time when you can show your loved ones how much you care about them. Whether going out for dinner with the family or hosting a get-together at home, you can impress your guests with these delicious Christmas dinner recipes. These recipes are easy to make and taste amazing, so you have nothing to worry about. Your guests will surely love them.