11 Easter suppers that feel like a proper Sunday dinner

ByAnne Jolly

Easter dinner deserves more than something thrown together at the last minute. These Easter main dish recipes bring back that old-school Sunday dinner feeling, the kind where you linger at the table and go back for seconds.

Spiral ham on a plate with asparagus and peaches in the background.
Crock Pot Spiral Ham. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Copycat Honey Baked Ham

Close-up of a honey-glazed ham with caramelized edges on a plate, accompanied by two bread rolls in the background.
Copycat Honey Baked Ham. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This ham brings that classic Sunday dinner centerpiece to your Easter table without the premium price tag. The sweet glaze gets beautifully caramelized and crispy while the meat stays juicy inside.
Get the Recipe: Copycat Honey Baked Ham

Instant Pot Leg of Lamb

Instant Pot Leg of Lamb with potatoes and carrots.
Instant Pot Leg of Lamb. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Lamb makes Easter dinner feel special, and this Instant Pot version gets it done in about an hour with rosemary, garlic, and vegetables all cooking together. You get that traditional Sunday roast feel without spending all day in the kitchen.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Leg of Lamb

Ham in Roaster Oven

A spiral-sliced glazed ham on a white plate garnished with orange slices, cranberries, and sprigs of evergreen.
Ham in Roaster Oven. Photo credit: Deposit Photos.

Free up your oven for all those side dishes while this spiral ham cooks perfectly in an electric roaster. It’s the kind of no-stress main course that lets you focus on the rest of your Easter spread.
Get the Recipe: Ham in Roaster Oven

Slow Cooker Short Ribs

A slow cooker full of short ribs and vegetables.
Slow Cooker Short Ribs. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Short ribs simmered until they’re fall-off-the-bone tender is the definition of Sunday dinner comfort food. Let them cook low and slow while you handle everything else for your Easter meal.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Short Ribs

Air Fryer Ham

Sliced ham with peach glaze in front of air fryer.
Air Fryer Ham. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

A glazed ham is exactly what Easter dinner calls for, and the air fryer makes it surprisingly quick and easy. The glaze caramelizes beautifully while keeping the ham moist and flavorful.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Ham

Oven Roasted Pork Loin

Oven roasted pork loin with potatoes, carrots and cabbage on a plate.
Oven Roasted Pork Loin. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Roasted pork loin with cabbage, potatoes, and carrots all cooking together is exactly what Sunday supper should be. Everything goes in one pan for a complete meal that looks impressive but doesn’t require much effort.
Get the Recipe: Oven Roasted Pork Loin

Crock Pot Spiral Ham

Spiral ham on a plate with asparagus and peaches in the background.
Crock Pot Spiral Ham. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This spiral ham cooks hands-free in your slow cooker with a sweet and spicy glaze made from peach preserves and honey. It’s an easy way to handle the main course while you focus on getting all those sides ready.
Get the Recipe: Crock Pot Spiral Ham

Air Fryer Pork Loin Roast

Sliced pork loin on white plate with herbs.
Air Fryer Pork Loin Roast. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Pork loin roast comes out beautifully in the air fryer with a crispy brown exterior and juicy interior. It’s a straightforward centerpiece that cooks faster than the traditional oven method.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Pork Loin Roast

Sirloin Tip Roast

A plate with four slices of roast beef, some roasted potatoes, and Brussels sprouts.
Sirloin Tip Roast. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

A good roast beef is a Sunday dinner classic that doesn’t have to break the bank. This sirloin tip roast cooks up juicy and medium-rare in the oven without requiring constant attention.
Get the Recipe: Sirloin Tip Roast

Slow Cooker Pork Loin

Bacon-wrapped pork loin cooked in a slow cooker, with juices at the bottom and garnished with herbs.
Slow Cooker Pork Loin. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Pork loin wrapped in bacon and cooked in the slow cooker is the kind of impressive yet easy main dish that works perfectly for Easter. The bacon adds flavor while keeping the pork incredibly moist.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Pork Loin

Air Fryer Roast Beef

Sliced roast beef in the air fryer.
Air Fryer Roast Beef. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Roast beef is a traditional Sunday centerpiece, and the air fryer gets it done in under an hour. You’ll get that nice crust on the outside and pink center without heating up your whole kitchen.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Roast Beef