Family Dinner

We've gone beyond chicken to include one-skillet pizza, pot pie, and even lasagna recipes!

The secret to easy, budget-friendly dinners is hiding in your pantry.

Yeah, the kids will definitely like this.

Hear me out on this one.

Family pizza night just got way better.

Number one is a must.

After sixteen years of making "family dinners," it's no longer my main focus. Here's what we do instead.

Easy to make, even easier to clean up.

It’s over-the-top in the best way possible.

I've made this too many times to count.

Chicken again, you say? These are well worth it but won't suck up all your time.

Reach for inexpensive cuts of meat, grains, pantry staples, and veggies instead.

Maximum deliciousness, minimum effort.

They've got crispy, almost chip-like texture on the top with a baked potato vibe on the bottom.

A true family favorite, I can confidently say it's the only Bolognese recipe I'll ever make.

This is easy weeknight cooking at its finest.

Your future self will thank you.

Proof that a skillet is your BFF.

Chicken night is about to get even better.

They have all the qualities I look for in a great meatball: cheesy, saucy, and weeknight-friendly.

Consider this your playbook for all your chicken leftovers.

Zero fuss and practically zero prep.

No matter your favorite way to cook pork chops, we have a recipe for you.

You don’t even need to make a sauce!

Serve them deconstructed if needed. And don't forget popsicles for dessert!

Added bonus: clean up time is cut in half.

I feel good knowing there are some tried-and-true dinner gems I can throw together for dinner at the last minute.

But it's actually easy for you, so you're the real winner in this scenario.

Make them now but freeze them for later.

Friday night is pizza night.

It's pure joy in a baking dish.

From a family-sized grilled cheese to loaded sheet pan nachos, these veggie-packed dinners will please everyone you're feeding.

It’s straightforward and speedy, and calls for basic ingredients.

What’s in a name? In this case, everything delicious and then some.

It's the coziest way to feed your family of six (or stock your freezer with leftovers!) this winter.

Trust us: This is best (and easiest!) thing you'll cook in your Instant Pot this year.

This slightly sweet, mildly spiced, crispy chicken recipe delivers every time.

One in particular really stood out!

Move over, butter boards!

It's perfect for quick dinners.

A simple 10-minute marinade makes all the difference.

This method delivers juicy, flavorful meat and crispy skin — and it's easy!

Is your kid not a fan of chunky pieces of onion? Neither is Jennifer Garner!

These five-ingredient meals will become instant family favorites.

It's a great way to use up leftovers.

Pasta is just the beginning.

They'll become a weeknight staple.

A bag of brown rice = endless dinner possibilities.

Just what you need for a good, quick, and easy dinner.

Mix and match with whichever type of rice or grain you love!

The hero ingredient of this meal? The store's bottled Indian-style garlic Achaar sauce.

I want my kids to eat healthy, but sometimes time is so short. What’s your go-to weeknight meal when you’re really busy? AlisonDear Alison,I have to admit that there are some nights in the month when I don’t cook at all, when we get home late or want to make dinner quickly so we can do other things, and that’s when we reach for the smoothie.

Pork chops with a corn salsa? Yes, please.

Can you guess what it is?

The ultimate summer winner chicken dinner.

It's all about the special seasoning.

Budget dinners for busy families.

What to make when you need a winner dinner.

Including chicken, pasta, beef, and vegetarian ideas!

Plus, the simple way I upgrade them to a restaurant-worthy side.

A meal you can make in only 10 minutes of hands-on time.

You can make it in minutes and it'll feed a crowd.

It's delicious, it's filling, and it can be ready in 20 minutes.

It’s green, it’s served on a single platter, it's super quick, and my kids request it. I mean, jackpot.

Get ready for the best-ever leftovers.

A one-pot wonder that channels all the Hamburger Helper vibes.

You can throw it together in just twenty minutes — really!

When it comes to ultra-comforting, crowd-pleasing bakes, there is nothing better than a cowboy casserole. And in the midst of chilly temps especially, this is a dish you’ll definitely want to keep on repeat in your meal plan. It’s hearty and creamy, packed with lots of melty cheddar and topped with a crispy layer of tater tots. Best of all, it comes together with a short list of basic pantry and freezer ingredients.

The quickest answer to Italian red sauce cravings.

Starting with pre-made biscuit dough makes it extra quick and easy.

We love having formula meals like this one in our back pockets for busy nights!

Bacon is the best thing to ever happen to boneless, skinless chicken breasts.