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15 Quick Family Meals

January 15, 2021 by Lindsay 24 Comments

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For those nights when you need dinner in a hurry, here are 15 quick family meals the whole family will love. 

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*Originally published in 2014. Updated Dec 2020*

Hi Friends!

I’ve got a roundup of quick family meals for you! We all know life is a little crazy right now and I’m all about quick, easy dinners. Do you have a back pocket list? A list of meal ideas that are so quick and easy you could practically make them in your sleep? Meals you can pull out during the craziest weeks, the busiest life seasons to help you get dinner on the table without much fuss? Several of these are on my back pocket list. And since I’m always looking for new ideas, I thought I’d share some of them with you to help make your dinner time easier.

This round-up covers everything from Instant Pot recipes to chicken & beef, to meatless meals so there’s sure to be something for everyone.

Quick Family Meals

quick family meals

  1. Shrimp Curry Noodle Bowls via The Lean Green Bean. Ready in 15 minutes and packed with veggies! Sub chicken if you don’t like shrimp. (or try this Lentil Veggie Curry)
  2. No-Fuss 5 Minute Pizza Dough via Wanna Be A Country Cleaver. A super simple recipe so you can have pizza any night of the week!
  3. Sloppy Joes via Kristine’s Kitchen. They’re a classic for a reason! Kid-friendly and full of flavor. 
  4. Easy Lasagna Skillet via The Creative Bite. If you love lasagna, you’ll love this quick, stovetop version!
  5. Instant Pot Asian Peanut Noodles via The Lean Green Bean. Packed with veggies and covered in a flavorful sauce everyone will love!
  6. Pineapple Chicken via Amee’s Savory Dish. Easier than waiting for takeout and full of fresh flavors.
  7. Burger in a Bowl via Running To The Kitchen (not pictured) A twist on burger night with a special secret sauce.
  8. Sheet Pan Teriyaki Salmon via Meals Heels and Cocktails (not pictured). Minimal prep with maximum flavor. Ready in no time!

collage of quick family meals

  1. Meaty Tortellini Skillet via From Valerie’s Kitchen. Transform a package of tortellini into a full, healthy meal in minutes.
  2. Egg Waffles via The Lean Green Bean. Breakfast for dinner is always in style and this is a fun twist.
  3. Pizza Chicken via Iowa Girl Eats. Gluten-free, kid-friendly and perfect for a busy night.
  4. White Chicken Chili via The Lean Green Bean. Made with pantry staples and tastes even better as leftovers!
  5. Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas via The Blond Cook. Quick and easy and cleanup’s a breeze.
  6. Santa Fe Chicken via Food Faith Fitness. Seasoned chicken topped with a flavorful salsa. 
  7. Spiced Sweet Potato & Black Bean Bowl via Cait’s Plate (not pictured) An easy vegetarian meal with a flavorful avocado sauce.

That’s all for today. I’m always looking for new quick family meals to add to my go-to list. I keep one on my phone for those nights when I need dinner in a hurry and don’t even have time to think about what to make. All of these fit the bill!

See something you like? Pin this to save this post for later!

For those nights when you need dinner in a hurry, here are 15 quick family meals the whole family will love. 

 

Have a favorite quick, go-to meal? Leave me a link!

Enjoy!
–Lindsay–

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Comments

  1. Linz @ Itz Linz says

    July 31, 2014 at 2:08 AM

    i need to check these out – especially as i head back to work! will need some easy (CROCKPOT) dinner recipes!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 1, 2014 at 9:12 AM

      yessss. crockpot for the win!

      Reply
  2. Nancy says

    July 31, 2014 at 6:36 AM

    Thank you for this collection.

    I especially liked Cauliflower Rice Fish Taco Bowls and One Skillet Spicy Ranch Chicken. I’ll surely try those recipes for my family.

    Reply
  3. Maryea {happy healthy mama} says

    July 31, 2014 at 8:08 AM

    I’m always looking for fast meals, so I’m excited to check out what you’ve come up with!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 1, 2014 at 9:11 AM

      hope you find a few you like!

      Reply
  4. Dietitian Jess says

    July 31, 2014 at 8:45 AM

    Love a great roundup and quick meals for the summer are even better!

    Reply
  5. Joanna @Makingmine says

    July 31, 2014 at 8:45 AM

    Loving all the avocado I’m seeing – so obsessed recently! And I know my mini-me would love the sweet potato dish!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 1, 2014 at 9:11 AM

      um i’m always so obsessed with avocado 🙂

      Reply
  6. Lean Lena says

    July 31, 2014 at 9:04 AM

    Pinning for later! Thanks for sharing, Lindsay.
    Here’s our latest go-to dinner: http://leanlena.com/2014/07/29/dinner-salad/
    Perfect for hot summer evenings – minimum stove action and an option to grill the salmon for this summer salad.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 1, 2014 at 9:11 AM

      sounds fantastic!!

      Reply
      • Lean Lena says

        August 1, 2014 at 1:16 PM

        Thank you 🙂

        Reply
  7. Kelli @ Hungry Hobby says

    July 31, 2014 at 10:31 AM

    Such a great post! So good that it deserved a new pinterest board creation! My husband would die if I made him that chicken pot pie recipe, it’s his favorite!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 1, 2014 at 9:11 AM

      it’s my favorite too! trying soon 🙂

      Reply
  8. Cassie says

    July 31, 2014 at 2:27 PM

    So many good recipes!! I just pinned for later… I’m always looking for a quick dinner idea so I don’t revert to eating a turkey wrap haha!

    Reply
  9. Dietitian Debbie says

    July 31, 2014 at 7:06 PM

    I had pinned those same fish taco bowls. They look so delicious! Loved these quick meal ideas!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 1, 2014 at 9:10 AM

      don’t they look so good?!

      Reply
  10. Carly @ Fine Fit Day says

    July 31, 2014 at 11:14 PM

    Pinned! Those enchilada cups look yummy (pretty sure I’ve pinned them before, ha!) and the chicken pot pie – YUM!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 1, 2014 at 9:09 AM

      thanks so much for pinning!

      Reply
  11. Pua says

    August 1, 2014 at 2:45 AM

    Definitely pinning this for later. With our own baby coming AND work starting again, quick meals are going to be a necessity. One of our favorites is teriyaki chicken that I marinate overnight and cook up fast the next day. I also make a big batch of crockpot veggies — carrots, celery, potatoes — to add to any meal throughout the week. Yum!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 1, 2014 at 9:08 AM

      oooh that sounds delicious!

      Reply
  12. Alissa says

    August 1, 2014 at 2:47 AM

    For some reason I can’t view the recipes at all? Is anyone else having this problem?

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 1, 2014 at 8:30 AM

      When you click on the slideshow it should take you to foodie.com, then you can click on the individual recipes and it will show you the ingredients and link you to the original blog post for the full recipe.

      Reply
  13. Lisa @ RunWiki says

    August 1, 2014 at 10:06 AM

    I’m always looking for quick meals, that my kids will enjoy! Thanks Linds!! Hope you’re doing well!! Kiss the baby from Auntie RunWiki! 😉 xo

    Reply
  14. Jen @ Bagels to Broccoli says

    August 1, 2014 at 3:06 PM

    Yum, I love roundups! Will definitely be pinning some of these!

    Reply

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