Christmas / Food & Culture

Christmas Eve Dinner: Make the Main Event Unforgettable

Christmas Eve dinner sets the mood for the entire holiday. It’s the gathering before the big day — cozy, festive, and centered around a meal that brings everyone to the table. If you’re wondering what to make for Christmas Eve, the answer is simple: choose one great main event and let everything else fall into place.

At Prime Time Butcher, we make that easy with premium roasts and custom seasoning options — all prepped and ready for your oven.

Choose Your Christmas Eve Centerpiece

A well-chosen roast is warm, comforting, and impressive without being complicated.

Prime Rib
A holiday classic that never disappoints. Rich, juicy, and perfect for a festive evening, prime rib delivers elegance without stress.

Filet Mignon Roast
Tender, refined, and ideal for smaller gatherings. A filet roast cooks evenly, slices beautifully, and feels special enough for Christmas Eve.

All-Natural Pork Roast
A flavorful alternative that’s juicy, versatile, and crowd-friendly. Pork roast pairs perfectly with classic holiday sides and brings something a little different to the table.

Honey-Glazed Spiral Cut Ham
A timeless favorite that’s easy to serve and perfect for feeding a crowd. Fully glazed and ready to heat.

Fresh Whole Ham (Bone-In)
Ideal for families who love to roast from scratch and glaze it their own way — a true old-school holiday tradition.

Honey-Orange Glazed Boneless Ham (Sliced & Tied)
Juicy, flavorful, and beautifully prepared for easy serving, finished with a bright honey citrus glaze that feels festive and indulgent.

Rack of Lamb
Elegant, tender, and packed with flavor. A rack of lamb makes a stunning presentation and cooks quickly, perfect for a refined Christmas Eve dinner.

Fresh-Cut Seafood Selections

Whether you’re serving a traditional fish dinner, adding a seafood course to your holiday table, or keeping Christmas Eve lighter and elegant, we’ll portion, prep, and guide you so your seafood is ready for the oven or pan when you get home.

Choose from a wide variety of fresh-cut, holiday-quality seafood, all prepared to order:

Faroe Island Salmon – Rich, buttery, and perfect for roasting or pan-searing

Flounder or Lemon Sole – Delicate, mild, and ideal for a classic Christmas Eve fish dinner

Halibut – Firm, meaty, and elegant — great for roasting or grilling

Swordfish – Steak-like texture with a clean, mild flavor

Branzino (Whole or Butterflied) – Light, flaky, and perfect for Mediterranean-style roasting

Cod – Mild and flaky; great for baked or pan-seared preparations

Shrimp (8/12 or 16/20, Tail-On) – Versatile and crowd-friendly for roasting, cocktail platters, or pasta dishes

Each fish is cut fresh, portioned to your needs, and ready for your favorite Christmas Eve preparation — simple, elegant, and handled with care

Seasoned Your Way — Done for You

The secret to a great roast starts before it goes in the oven. We’ll season your roast for you, so all that’s left to do is cook and enjoy.

Choose from three house favorite options:

🌿 Herb Marinade
Fresh rosemary, thyme, sage, garlic, and olive oil — a classic, aromatic blend that’s perfect for traditional holiday meals.

🧂 Prime Time Butcher Rub
Our signature house rub with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bold, savory, and versatile across all roasts.

🔥 Blowin’ Smoke Rub
A touch of sweetness and smoky spice with brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper — great for guests who love deeper, bolder flavor.

Keep the Rest Simple

Once your Christmas Eve centerpiece is set, the rest of the meal should come together effortlessly. Pair your main with a few chef-prepared sides, ready to heat and serve:

Homestyle Cornbread Stuffing – A classic match for prime rib, pork roast, or ham

Apple, Apricot & Sausage Stuffing – Perfect with pork, ham, or lamb for a sweet-savory balance

Mashed Potatoes (Plain or Garlic) – A versatile staple that pairs with almost every roast

Mashed Sweet Potatoes – Great alongside ham or pork for a touch of sweetness

Roasted Potato Wedges – Crisp, hearty, and ideal with prime rib or lamb

Sautéed Broccoli, Spinach, or String Beans – A light, green balance to richer mains

Cranberry Fruit Compote – Adds brightness to beef, pork, and ham dishes

Blowin’ Smoke Mac & Cheese – A comfort favorite that works with everything

Sweet Cornbread – An easy crowd-pleaser for any holiday table

Choose one standout centerpiece and two or three sides, and your Christmas Eve dinner is complete — classic, comforting, and stress-free.

The Cooked Christmas Dinner Package — The Easiest Way to Host

If you want a beautiful holiday meal without spending all day in the kitchen, our Cooked Christmas Dinner Package is the ultimate holiday shortcut — and it still tastes homemade.

Designed to serve 6–8 people for $329.97, this fully prepared meal lets you skip the prep, the stress, and the cleanup, while still putting a classic Christmas dinner on the table.

What’s Included:

3 lb Herb-Seasoned Roasted Boneless Turkey Breast
Roasted with rosemary, thyme, sage, fresh garlic, and olive oil — juicy, flavorful, and ready to heat

Choice of Two Classic Side Dishes, including:

Plain or Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Sweet Mashed Potatoes

Roasted Potato Wedges

Sautéed Broccoli or Spinach

Cornbread Stuffing

Apple, Apricot & Sausage Stuffing

Included In The Package:

Homemade Gravy

Cranberry Fruit Compote

Fresh Dinner Rolls & Cornbread

Want to customize it? You can upgrade your protein and substitute the turkey breast with:

Lemon-Dill Roasted Salmon Fillet

Smoked Honey-Orange Glazed Boneless Ham

Everything is fully cooked, expertly prepared, and packaged for easy reheating — so your Christmas Eve or Christmas Day dinner comes together with virtually no effort.

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A Stress-Free Start to the Holidays

Christmas Eve dinner should feel festive, not frantic. Choose a premium roast, expertly trimmed, tied, and seasoned your way — and enjoy a celebration that practically cooks itself.

Less time cooking. More time celebrating. Tell us the flavor — we’ll take it from there.

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