Fun Family Meals
Are you constantly pulling your hair out on what to make for dinner because your kids are picky? These fun family meals will be the ticket to happy mealtimes again!
Fun Family Meals
As a parent, I feel like some of our hardest struggles are around the dinner table. With picky kids, the struggles become even harder! Thankfully nowadays there are so many fun family meals out there that put a smile on their face and yours! With these fun meal ideas, everyone can enjoy dinner again!
If you are struggling with the dinnertime battle try these great recipes and then strike up a deal to play a game afterward with the kids. Younger kids will love playing a board game together where your preteens and teens will love playing truth or dare. So grab these truth or dare questions over text so you can still be connected to them even when they are wanting to be connected to their technology. It’s the best of both worlds!
Tips to Happier Meal Times
- Get kids in the kitchen- It is proven if kids help make it they are more likely to eat it!
- Serve Breakfast for Dinner- It’s okay to serve eggs and bacon for dinner. It is packed full of protein and kids LOVE it!
- Give up control- most dinner struggles is a battle of control. Let them lead on what they eat. It’s okay if they don’t always eat a well-balanced diet.
- Dip- Eating chicken and your kids want ranch or BBQ sauce? Let them dip away if this gets them to make healthy choices.
- Self serve- Let your kids add their own food to the plate. Often times we don’t think it looks like a lot of food that we put on a plate, but to a child, it might be overwhelming with the amount of food you are adding. Letting them serve themselves lets them be in control of how much they would like to eat. Who knows they might try a few peas all on their own!
- Prepare Fun Family Meals- Preparing fun family meals gets your kids excited to eat! That’s why we are sharing our favorites with you in this fun roundup!
Fun Family Meals to Try
Fun Family Meals
Are you constantly pulling your hair out on what to make for dinner because your kids are picky? These fun family meals will be the ticket to happy mealtimes again!
The Ultimate Chicken Dorito Casserole
This Ultimate Chicken Dorito Casserole recipe combines rotisserie chicken, black beans, Rotel, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, taco seasoning, and of course Doritos to make the most creamy casserole you have ever tasted.
Taco Monkey Bread
This taco monkey bread takes just three ingredients to make. You will have a savory and delicious appetizer or game-day snack to serve up your family and friends.
Instant Pot Olive Garden Chicken Pasta
Instant Pot Olive Garden Chicken Pasta is an insanely easy dinner recipe that practically cooks itself. Tender, juicy chicken that is creamy and savory.
Taco Bell Crunchwrap Recipe in the Air Fryer
My Taco Bell Crunchwrap Recipe the air fryer is probably 1 of the best recipes I have made. mean just wait till you’ve tried it.
Sweet and Salty Bacon Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread
Bacon Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread is a sweet and salty pull-apart monkey bread. Refrigerated cinnamon rolls paired with salty chopped bacon!
Instant Pot Supreme Pizza Pasta
Let me enlighten you on a dish that allows you to enjoy pasta and pizza all at the same time. This Instant Pot Supreme Pizza Pasta, the dish is what carb lovers dreams are made of
Cast Iron Skillet Pizza
Cast Iron Skillet Pizza is the best way to make pizza at home. You have a crispy dough that is thick, topped with pizza sauce, and piled high with toppings.
Air Fryer Breakfast Pizza
Looking for something simple but yet tasty for breakfast? Try my Air Fryer Breakfast Pizza recipe. This is such an easy throw together breakfast pizza that will win your kids and spouse over. A light and flaky crust, loaded with cheese, eggs, and can't forget sausage.
Chicken Bacon Ranch Bays English Muffins Pizzas
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza Muffins are a delicious weekday lunch or dinner option for your family. Chicken bacon ranch is one popular combination that I will never get enough of. Juicy chicken, ranch, and salty bacon piled on Bays English Muffins and baked to perfection. The right size for kids and adults to enjoy.
Baked Spaghetti with Garlic Bread
Baked spaghetti with garlic bread is one of my favorite pasta recipes to make. Ground beef filling, homemade pasta sauce, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, all mixed in and baked till golden brown on the top.
Cheesy Skillet Taco Dip
Cheesy Skillet Taco Dip is the easiest warm taco dip you will ever make. Rick and creamy texture that is filled with Tex-Mex flavor.
One Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta
One Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta is a no fuss dinner that is full of Tex-Mex Flavor. Cheesy taco pasta is loaded with seasoned ground beef, tender pasta and loads of cheese.
Instant Pot Cornbread Taco Pie
This Instant pot cornbread taco pie isn't like all the other tacos on the block! Golden brown cornbread that is topped with all the fillings a taco would have! Seasoned meats, crisp iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, and all the other fixings to complete a perfect taco. What are you waiting on? Grab your Instant Pot and let's get cooking!
Zero Point Instant Pot Taco Soup
Zero Point Instant Pot Taco Soup is a zero point Freestyle Weight Watchers recipe. But don’t let it fool you, this recipe is loaded with incredible and savory flavor.
Ninja Foodi or Air Fryer Taco Pie
Ninja Foodi or air fryer Taco Pie is a way to make dinner time a fiesta! Cheesy layers of flour tortillas, taco meat, and cheese. Cook it up in your Ninja Foodi or air fryer for that crunchy edges and cheesy and tender layers of taco goodness.
Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowls
Serve this Slow Cooker Burrito Bowls recipe! Loaded with chicken, rice, and all the Tex-Mex flair you know and love. This crock pot burrito bowl also is a fantastic meal prep recipe.
Skillet Campfire Nachos
Skillet campfire nachos is the ultimate skillet nacho recipe. Crunchy tortilla chips, seasoned beef, loads of cheese, and toppings to complete the dish!
The Ultimate Instant Pot Fiesta Chicken
Instant Pot Fiesta Chicken is one of the easiest Instant Pot chicken recipes. Fiesta chicken is full of beans, corn, ranch, chicken and more.
Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup
Have you tried my Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup yet? It is all the flavors of a cheeseburger in a bowl form. Grab that ladle and spoon up one hearty and satisfying Instant Pot Soup!
The Best Philly Cheese Steak
Whip up this Philly Cheesesteak Crescent Ring is an easy crescent ring that gives you all the flavors of a classic cheesesteak wrapped up in a buttery crescent ring.
Copy Cat Panera Mac N Cheese In the Instant Pot
This copycat mac n cheese in the Instant Pot is so rich and decadent, you will want to savor every single bite.
Million Dollar Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
Million Dollar Instant Pot Mac and Cheese takes the cake for macaroni and cheese!
The World's Best Air Fryer Hot Ham and Cheese Pinwheels
Air Fryer Hot Ham and Cheese Pinwheels are loaded with cheesy goodness in every bite.
If you are looking for an easy meal or appetizer these ham and cheese pinwheels are a no brainer.
One Pot instant pot Mashed Potatoes and Cheeseburger Meatloaf
This one pot Instant Pot mashed potatoes and cheeseburger meatloaf is anything but bland. If you make this I am sure your entire family or guest will be amazed. Traditional meatloaf might be a little bland, but this upgraded version is a must make!
Italian Sliders Recipe
This Italian Sliders Recipe is the perfect way to enjoy a hot Italian sub as it combines ham, salami, pepperoni, peppers, provolone cheese, and roasted peppers into a delicious sandwich on a Hawaiian roll to serve for dinner, appetizers, or for the big game.
Ultimate Italian Meatloaf recipe
This Ultimate Italian Meatloaf recipe takes my classic meatball recipe and elevates it to the next level by adding hot ham, spinach, and cheese that is then topped with tomato sauce and cheese.
Broccoli Cheddar Chicken Pot Pie
This easy cheesy Broccoli Cheddar Chicken Pot Pie is the ultimate comfort food as it combines broccoli and a creamy cheese sauce with a flaky pie crust for a simple meal the whole family will love.
Easy Hamburger French Onion Casserole
This incredibly easy Hamburger French Onion Casserole will soon become a go-to dish in your home as it combines egg noodles, ground beef, and french onion soup and is then topped with crispy french onions and cheese. This is the ultimate comfort dish bursting with flavor.
Air Fryer Cornflake Chicken Tenders
These incredibly moist Air Fryer Cornflake Chicken Tenders are so delicious and so crispy as it combines mayonnaise, crumbled cornflakes, parmesan cheese and then flavored with spices to make an irresistible meal with a fraction of the calories from other chicken tenders.
Easy Tater Tot Casserole
This easy tater tot casserole recipe is one of the best ones around as it combines simple ingredients for a quick and easy meal to whip up in no time at all.
Funeral Potatoes
Funeral potatoes combine frozen shredded potatoes, onions, sour cream, and cheese to create a creamy cheesy dish that the whole family will love. Top with the potato chip topping and you will be adding this to your weekly meal plan, it’s that good and simple.
Cheesy Chicken Broccoli and Rice Casserole
Cheesy Chicken Broccoli and Rice Casserole is comfort at its finest as it combines chicken, broccoli rice, and seasonings to create an easy dish your family will love. It is also the perfect dish to make ahead of time for those busy nights.
THE BIGGEST BUFFALO CHICKEN PARTY SANDWICH
Serve up this easy and delicious Buffalo Chicken Party Sandwich! French bread dough sandwiches your flavorful buffalo chicken filling. Add in your favorite cheese and grab your favorite dipping sauce.