During the back-to-school season, the last thing you want to do amid all that chaos is spend hours in the kitchen! These easy dinner recipes are sure to be a hit, even with picky kids.
Carrot Lentil Soup Recipe
This cozy carrot and lentil soup is quick, hearty, and naturally plant based. With a creamy carrot base, tender green lentils, and kale, it’s ready in just 25 minutes, and perfect with buttered bread or crackers.
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Creamy Dill Chicken
This easy one-pan chicken dinner comes together in under 30 minutes with simple ingredients like chicken, onion, broth, cream, and fresh dill. Cooked in a creamy dill sauce, it pairs perfectly with rice, mashed potatoes, and your favorite veggies.
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Teriyaki Udon Noodles
These easy teriyaki noodles feature chewy udon tossed in a flavorful homemade sauce. They come together quickly for a weeknight dinner and pair well with any veggies or protein you like.
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Creamy Red Pesto Butter Beans
Creamy pesto butter beans are cozy, flavorful, and ready in no time. Simmered in a garlicky red pesto cream sauce with onion and tender lima beans, this simple stovetop recipe tastes far more indulgent than the effort it takes.
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Sheet Pan Pesto Gnocchi with Sausage
This sheet pan pesto gnocchi with sausage makes a flavorful, comforting dinner in under 30 minutes. Roasted gnocchi, onion, peas, and sausage are tossed with pesto and parmesan for an easy one-pan meal everyone will love.
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Easy Sheet Pan Sliders
Sheet pan sliders are the easiest way to make burgers for a crowd, with no standing over the stove required. Bake seasoned beef with melted cheese and classic toppings all in one pan, then slice into twelve delicious sliders.
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Lentil Tater Tot Casserole
This hearty veggie and lentil mix is topped with tater tots and baked to crispy, golden perfection. Easy to make in just an hour, it’s a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish that’s perfect for fall.
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Tomato Tortellini Soup
With just seven ingredients, this tomato-based tortellini soup comes together in only 20 minutes. Using shortcuts like store-bought tortellini, tomato sauce, and Italian seasoning, it’s a quick and comforting homemade dinner.
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Easy Sausage Pasta Bake
This easy sausage pasta bake is comfort food made simple, with tender pasta, savory sausage, and plenty of melted cheese. Best of all, it all cooks together in one dish with no need to pre-boil the pasta!
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Easy Broccoli Rice Casserole
This one-pan broccoli rice casserole is a cozy mix of tender rice, hearty chickpeas, and fresh broccoli baked in a savory broth. Seasoned with ranch-inspired herbs, it’s an easy comfort meal full of flavor.
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Smoky Navy Bean Soup
This smoky navy bean soup is a cozy, flavorful choice for chilly evenings. Made with canned navy beans, fresh veggies, and a hint of liquid smoke, it’s a simple recipe you’ll want to make again and again.
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Creamy Tomato Pasta Sauce with Chicken and Spinach
This creamy tomato sauce perfectly coats tender chicken, fresh spinach, and linguine for a rich, comforting pasta dinner. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a simple yet flavorful meal.
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Lima Bean Soup
This hearty, one-pot dinner is warm, comforting, and full of flavor. Lima beans and potatoes form a hearty base, simmered in savory vegetable broth and seasoned with dried herbs.
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No Boil Stuffed Pepper Casserole
This stuffed bell pepper casserole delivers all the classic flavors of stuffed peppers in an easy, deconstructed style. The no-boil method saves time, making this comforting dinner quick and simple to prepare.
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Taco Mac and Cheese
This taco mac and cheese combines creamy, cheesy pasta with bold taco seasoning for an easy, family-friendly dinner. Cooked all in one pot, the pasta soaks up every bit of savory flavor.
Get the recipe: Taco Mac and Cheese
