30 Easy Family Dinner Recipes We Make All the Time

Kristy Pepping said:  We have a few picky eaters, but everyone can agree on this easy family dinner idea! It's a good recipe for sneaking veggies - I hide spinach in the sauce! Basically, it is rice and chicken with avocado, lime and cilantro. It says white rice, but really you can use a different variety and it still turns out great. From Creme de la Crumb

Stephanie W. said:  Trader Joe's has many easy family dinner recipes but this is my favorite one so far! This layered casserole is super flavorful and easy to make, especially if you use their recommended Pork Carnitas which is already cooked (easily substituted for ground beef if that sounds better to you!). Just layer corn tortilla strips, enchilada sauce, cheese and the meat mixture and bake. Your kids will love this yummy Mexican dish! From Trader Joe's

Kristy Pepping said:  My kids love spaghetti and this 5-ingredient carbonara dish is super easy to throw together. One of my go-to easy family dinner ideas when I'm wondering what should I make! For an even healthier version, use turkey bacon and whole wheat pasta. From Damn Delicious

Kristy Pepping said:  This fried "rice" is a healthy and fast family dinner idea! Instead of rice, this recipe uses cauliflower which will get your kids the evening serving of veggies they need. Plus, picky kids won't even know this is cauliflower since it is so small! From EatingWell

Amanda Banta said:  This easy family dinner recipe proves that making a beautiful pot of chili doesn't have to be an all-day affair. In addition to being easy and quick, it's also loaded with good stuff. The black beans are a great source of protein and using a mix of red, green and yellow peppers will add beautiful colors to the pot. I use ground turkey instead of beef and toss in extra veggies for a lighter version. The soup still will taste amazing if you skip the jalapeno, which I do since my kids don't like spicy foods yet. From Food Network

christadiserio said:  It's not always easy to get the kids to eat fish but this pineapple teriyaki salmon is a hit. I do recommend marinating the fish for as long as possible (preferably overnight), as this really helps it absorb the flavors of the pineapple and teriyaki. Serve with rice and green beans or asparagus. From Mix & Match Mama

Katie G. said:  It was during quarantine of 2020 that I discovered this recipe which has now become a family favorite. The combination of ramen, chicken and broccoli in a sweet Asian sauce is a winner with everyone. The leftovers (if there are any) are great as leftovers. From Inquiring Chef

Jaclyn Keifer said:  I’ve tried various recipes and this is everyone’s favorite in our home. I don’t add the spicy things and I use less sugar than this recipe calls for. Enjoy! From The Chunky Chef

Sarah Calamita said:  This is a super easy recipe to make and you probably have everything on hand! Sometimes we add chicken, but usually can eat alone and it is very filling! From Two Peas & Their Pod

Jaclyn Keifer said:  I love this because I can easily double or triple it and freeze the filling for another meal. It’s not hard to make but it saves steps for next time! These Chicken Flautas are filled with chicken, salsa, and cheese and baked in the oven until crispy. Your whole family will love this easy, delicious recipe. From Favorite Family Recipes

Beth Wood said:  My kiddos love fajitas and sheet pan dinners make it so easy! If I'm super crunched for time, I'll skip the seasoning in the recipe and use a store bought fajita mix instead. We have this at least twice a month! From Damn Delicious

Lisa R said:  This one pan meal is quick, easy to prepare, avoids a lot of common allergens and fits in with a lot of different adult diets (paleo, whole 30). It is also delicious and gets my kids to eat asparagus. From Unbound Wellness

Jaclyn Keifer said:  I love this because it’s so easy and the kids can help AND it makes breakfast dinner appear more planned and special. From Winstead Wandering

Kelly R. said:  These shrimp tacos are 100% delicious and quickly became one of the go-to easy family dinner recipes in our house. Mini tortillas (we use flour) are laid out on a sheet pan and topped with cheese and a shrimp mixture. Bake until crispy, then fold each one in half to make tacos! There's room to get creative here with other fillings like chicken, beans, beef, or whatever your family enjoys. From Mel's Kitchen Cafe

Tracy Snyder Molina said:  These turkey cutlets are a quick easy dinner that I turn to all the time. The flavors are reminiscent of a holiday turkey dinner without all the work and something different than all the typical chicken and ground beef recipes. I usually pair this with wild rice and peas or asparagus to make a delicious and healthy dinner in very little time. From MyRecipes