As much as we love luxurious date nights at fancy restaurants, cooking together and eating the meal you prepared at home is just as romantic and special.

Plus, if acts of service is your love language, you’d most likely agree that preparing food for your loved one comes second to none in expressing your affection for them.

So if you want to impress your significant other without ordering take outs, here are 6 dinner ideas for two you can pull off at home.

 

 

1. Creamy Garlic Shrimp

 

Coated in rustic and buttery sauce, this mouthwatering shrimp recipe is an absolute favorite for many. It’s a deliciously easy recipe you can prepare in 15 minutes. Pair it with a light Chardonnay or Pinot Gris for a more intimate dinner at home experience.

 

 

2. Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon

 

Ready in under 25 minutes, this sticky sweet and garlicky salmon recipe never disappoints and will make your other half fall in love with you over again. It’s a hearty meal loaded with Omega 3s, protein and vitamins so you don’t only enjoy the moment but also its health benefits.

 

 

3. Chicken Parmesan

 

Heads up, cheese lovers! 

Chicken parmesan, also known as chicken parmigiana, is one of the best chicken recipes you can serve for your next home dine-in. Smothered in rich homemade tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese, this chicken dinner will guarantee you the best date night you and your partner will never forget.

 

 

4. Chicken Marsala

 

A total crowd favorite perfect for your next dinner date.

Chicken Marsala is one of the most sought-after dishes in restaurants that you can actually prepare at home like a pro. It’s made with golden, crispy, pan-fried chicken, a mushroom-filled creamy Marsala wine sauce and a good kick of garlic. It’s so addictive, you and your partner will surely make it time and time again.

 

 

5. Mascarpone Pesto Pasta

 

Who would refuse pasta for dinner on a date night? 

But out of all the pasta recipes out there, mascarpone pesto pasta is the easiest and tastiest creamy pasta you can make that can rival any dish from restaurants. It’s made with simple ingredients including mascarpone cheese, basil pesto, and tomatoes.

 

 

6. Yellow Curry Mussels

 

Creamy, spicy and savory — this delicious seafood recipe is a must-try for an intimate dinner night! Packed with curry and fragrant spices, it’s bursting with flavors and taste. You can serve it with a side of crusty bread or overtop of rice or pasta. It’s quick and easy yet fancy enough for a special meal. 

 

 

Cooking at home adds love to the food you eat together with your significant other. So if you are looking for something delicious, fancy and comforting — yet something you can easily prepare at home for an upcoming date night — these 6 dinner ideas surely won’t fail.