From cheesy dips and interesting spice blends, to scrumptious sauces and tasty chicken dishes, these 25 recipes reigned supreme on WhitneyBond.com in 2025! Check out all of the most popular new recipes of the year in my annual top recipes countdown!

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At the end of every December, I love to look back at what the most popular new recipes of the year were. These were the most pinned, most viewed and most shared NEW recipes added to the blog in 2025!

Classic favorites from years past, like my famous Prime Rib recipe and Quesabirria Tacos, Jalapeno Popper Crescent Rolls and Mushroom Swiss Burgers were the most viewed recipes on the blog. But recipe newcomers like my Chipotle Honey Chicken and Carnitas recipes were right behind them!

If you want to take a trip down memory lane, check out the top new recipes from years past! The Top New Recipes of 2024 featured classic comfort foods and scrumptious sandwiches. While the Top New Recipes of 2023 featured seasoning mixes, smoked meats, and delicious burgers.

As you scroll down memory lane, you’ll probably spot some of your all-time favorite recipes from the blog on these lists from years past. If you haven’t left a review on your favorite recipes, I’d really love it if you did. Sharing what you love about the recipes helps others in their journey to find the best recipes on the blog!

Now on to this years list of the top new recipes!

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hand dipping a tortilla chip into chili cheese dip in a bowl
Chili Cheese Dip
It's easy to make this 3 ingredient Chili Cheese Dip recipe with Velveeta, Rotel and Hormel Chili! It only takes 5 minutes to make and you can serve it immediately or keep it warm in a Crock Pot for up to 6 hours during a party. This is the perfect dip for chips. But it's also great for making homemade chili cheese hot dogs and chili cheese fries!
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sliced cucumbers and red onions tossed in a creamy dressing in a bowl with a gold spoon
Creamy Cucumber Salad
This Creamy Cucumber Salad recipe is the perfect salad for spring and summer! It's filled with wonderful fresh flavors from dill, red onion, and lemon juice. Serve it as a side dish at a BBQ or picnic, or eat it for lunch with your favorite sandwich. It's easy to make in just 10 minutes!
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grilled chicken thighs stacked up on a plate with fresh cilantro and lime wedges
Chipotle Honey Chicken
Sweet and smoky, with just the right amount of spice, this Chipotle Honey Chicken recipe is packed with flavor! Seasoned chicken is grilled to perfection then coated in a mouthwatering glaze made with smoky chipotle peppers and sweet honey. This Chipotle copycat recipe can be served with cilantro lime rice to make burrito bowls, in tortillas to make tacos or burritos, or on top of a salad. It's a versatile dish that's bold, delicious, and perfect for an easy weeknight dinner made in just 20 minutes!
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chicken covered in mushrooms and cheese on a plate with broccoli
Mushroom Chicken with Swiss Cheese
Perfectly seasoned sauteed mushrooms and melty Swiss cheese top juicy, tender chicken breasts in this 30 minute Mushroom Chicken recipe! This easy chicken dish is delicious paired with rice, pasta or vegetables for a simple weeknight meal.
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chicken gnocchi soup in a bowl
Chicken Gnocchi Soup
This super cozy Chicken Gnocchi Soup recipe is easy to make on the stovetop in just 30 minutes! It's an Olive Garden copycat recipe that's even more delicious and creamy than the restaurant version.
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A wooden bowl filled with creamy, light orange sauce. A spoon dips into the smooth mixture.
Fish Taco Sauce
Creamy and zesty, with a hint of spice, this easy Fish Taco Sauce recipe takes taco night to the next level! Perfect for drizzling on tacos or nachos, or adding flavor to burritos.
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brown sugar and spices mixed together in a bowl with a spoon
Korean BBQ Seasoning
Add bold, sweet-and-savory flavor to any dish with this quick and easy Korean BBQ Seasoning! Made in just 5 minutes with pantry staples like garlic, ginger, and brown sugar, it’s perfect for grilling meats, seasoning veggies, or spicing up your favorite stir-fry.
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Compound Butter
Add so much flavor to your meals by learning how to make homemade Compound Butter with this easy recipe! You can make garlic herb compound butter, also known as steak butter, and add it on top of steaks, in baked potatoes, or use it when roasting a turkey or chicken. You can also make sweet compound butter, which is delicious spread on biscuits, bread, or waffles!
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9
wonton taco shells filled with cooked chicken and coleslaw on a plate
Chicken Wonton Tacos
Make a perfect Applebee's copycat recipe for Chicken Wonton Tacos with only 7 ingredients. You can recreate this restaurant favorite at home in just 30 minutes, for an easy party appetizer! The tacos are made with baked wonton shells, filled with sweet chili chicken and coleslaw, for a delicious combination of flavors and textures.
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10
gochujang chicken in a bowl with rice and broccoli
Gochujang Chicken
What makes this Gochujang Chicken recipe so delicious? It's all in the sweet and spicy gochujang sauce, made with gochujang paste, honey and soy sauce. This tasty Korean chicken dish is easy to make on the stovetop in 20 minutes, perfect for a simple weeknight meal!
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11
smoked queso dip in a skillet topped with fresh cilantro
Smoked Queso Dip
This Smoked Queso recipe is creamy, cheesy, and full of bold flavor. With sausage, peppers, and plenty of melty cheese, it’s the ultimate easy dip for a BBQ, game day, or party!
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12
shredded pork carnitas in a bowl
Carnitas
This Pork Carnitas recipe is juicy, tender, and packed with bold flavor thanks to a simple homemade seasoning! Slow cooked until perfectly tender, then crisped up for that irresistible texture, this Mexican pulled pork is easy to make in the oven or in a slow cooker.
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13
crispy tacos stacked up on a plate with lime wedges and a small bowl of chipotle sauce
Black Bean Tacos
This Black Bean Taco recipe features crispy, golden tortillas filled with seasoned, creamy black beans and lots of melty cheese for a quick and flavorful vegetarian meal. Ready in just 20 minutes, these crispy black bean tacos are easy to make in the oven. They're also budget-friendly and perfect for Meatless Monday or any busy weeknight!
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14
pizza seasoning in a bowl with a spoon
Pizza Seasoning
Whether you want to enhance the flavor of your favorite pizza, or add the flavor of pizza to popcorn, eggs, french fries, and more, this Pizza Seasoning is here to help! This Trader Joe's copycat recipe is easy to make in just 5 minutes, and you can keep the homemade spice blend in the pantry for up to 6 months.
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15
tzatziki sauce in a bowl with a spoon with olive oil drizzled on top and slices of pita bread and cherry tomatoes on the side
Tzatziki Sauce
It's easy to make homemade Tzatziki Sauce with this simple 5 ingredient recipe. This Greek cucumber yogurt sauce is delicious as a dip with pita bread and veggies, or drizzled over gyros or falafel for a flavorful meal!
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air fried chicken tenders piled up on a plate
Hot Honey Chicken Crispers
Make the best Hot Honey Chicken Crispers in the oven or air fryer! These crunchy chicken tenders are perfectly seasoned, coated in a delicious corn flake crust, baked or air fried to crisp perfection, then dipped in sweet and spicy hot honey sauce. The result is the most scrumptious chicken recipe ever!
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17
three chopped cheese sandwiches with sliced tomatoes and shredded lettuce lined up on a baking sheet with seasoned, cooked french fries on the side
Chopped Cheese Sandwich
This Chopped Cheese Sandwich recipe brings the iconic New York bodega favorite straight to your kitchen with juicy ground beef, melty cheese, and classic toppings like lettuce and tomato, all piled onto a hoagie roll. It’s a quick and satisfying meal that comes together in just 15 minutes. Bold, cheesy, and packed with flavor, this sandwich is comfort food at its best!
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18
cooked penne pasta in a creamy sauce in a bowl
Baked French Onion Boursin Pasta
Creamy baked French Onion Boursin Pasta combines oven-caramelized onions with rich, melty Boursin cheese for an easy, comforting, restaurant-quality dinner made at home!
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19
tomatillo salsa in a bowl with a hand dipping a tortilla chip in the salsa
Tomatillo Salsa Verde
Fresh, zesty, and packed with bold flavor, this Tomatillo Salsa Verde recipe is a must-make for taco night! Made with roasted tomatillos, jalapeños, and fresh cilantro, this authentic Mexican salsa comes together in just 10 minutes with 6 ingredients. It's incredibly flavorful, easy to make and way better than anything in a jar!
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Garlic Butter Steak Bites
Make the most juicy, tender, and flavorful Garlic Butter Steak Bites on the stove, or in an air fryer, using this easy recipe! My trick for making sirloin steak bites that are incredibly tender is velveting the meat. This quick and easy technique will give you melt-in-your-mouth steak bites in just 30 minutes.
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21
bbq glazed grilled chicken stacked up on a plate
Korean BBQ Chicken
This Korean BBQ Chicken is sweet, savory, and full of bold flavors. Coated in a simple homemade dry rub, grilled to perfection, then glazed in a delicious Korean bbq sauce, this recipe is easy to make in just 15 minutes, perfect for an easy weeknight meal!
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grilled chicken thighs stacked up on a plate with fresh cilantro and lime wedges
Sazon Chicken
This Sazon Chicken is bursting with bold, zesty flavor thanks to a simple homemade sazon seasoning! It’s quick to prep, easy to cook, and perfect for weeknight dinners, tacos, bowls, or meal prep.
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parsnip soup in bowl topped with croutons
Parsnip Soup
Make a cozy bowl of creamy Parsnip Soup in just 30 minutes using this easy recipe with two simple steps! Simply roast parsnips with garlic, onions, and rosemary, then puree the vegetables with broth and a hint of cream for a comforting bowl of creamy soup!
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toasted raviolis stacked up on a plate with a small bowl of marinara sauce on the plate
Toasted Ravioli
Make the most crispy and flavorful Toasted Ravioli by pan frying them on the stove or cooking them in an air fryer. This delicious Italian appetizer recipe is easy to make with frozen ravioli, and it's always a party favorite!
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25
baked casserole with a cracker topping in a baking dish with a serving spoon
Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole
You only need one dish to make this easy baked Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole. The broccoli, rice, and chicken all cook together in a creamy sauce that's tossed with plenty of cheese and topped with a crunchy cracker topping. With just 10 minutes of prep time to add all of the ingredients to a baking dish, it's easy to make this casserole for a simple meal!
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