Simple Healthy Family Dinners have 5 ingredients or less, are inexpensive and can be made in about 30 minutes. They’re perfect for busy families who want to eat healthier and save time so mom and dad have more time to do the things they love. These family dinners will not only make you look good, but help you save money as well! You’ll spend less money when eating healthy because you won’t buy as much junk food and snacks.
HEALTHY FAMILY DINNERS
100 quick and easy midweek family meals
Ready in just 60 minutes (or less!), look to these easy, speedy family-friendly dinner recipes you can cook tonight.
One-Pan Parmesan Chicken Dinner
One pan and dinner’s done. This yummy baked chicken comes with green veggies and a whole lot of flavour.
Parmesan Crusted Baked Fish with Potatoes
A tasty and healthier dinner idea.
French Onion Mince
A very tasty budget-stretching dinner.
Vietnamese beef pho
Up your soup game with this easy Vietnamese pho! With rice noodles, lean beef and irresistible aromatic herbs, this is perfect for a super quick and ultra-satisfying lunch or dinner.
Keto-friendly tuna poke bowl
A no-fuss recipe for a keto-friendly dinner.
Japanese Beef and Soba Noodle Salad
A healthy dinner for four cooked in 15 minutes!
Microwave roast chicken
So easy and tasty, you will never roast a chicken in your oven again!
Cranberry and herb couscous with grilled chicken
A filling salad that’s ideal to pack in a lunchbox or enjoy as a quick dinner.
Falafels with tomato salad and tzatziki
Dinner in under 20 minutes? It’s possible with these easy vegetarian falafels.
Teriyaki Chicken and Grilled Pineapple Salad
Need dinner in under 30 minutes? Look to this fresh and light salad bowl.
Keto-friendly zoodles and egg salad
This vegetarian meal of zucchini, egg and tomatoes is perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
Eggplant, olive and fetta patties
These speedy vegetarian fritters make for the perfect lunch or light dinner.
Vietnamese Prawn Rice Noodle Salad
This salad is perfect packed for lunch or as a deliciously light summer dinner.
Creamy lemon chicken bake
Need an easy dinner? This chicken pasta bake takes just 10 minutes to prep.
Healthy green vegie fritters with poached eggs
These speedy vegetarian fritters are perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner
Freezable family recipes
Get ahead in a busy week with family meals you can freeze. Just batch cook from our variety of tasty recipes then freeze the leftovers for another day.
- Sausage pasta bakeA star rating of 4.4 out of 5.27 ratingsAn Italian-American classic, this freezable sausage pasta bake is an ideal make-ahead family dish for busy days
- Chicken & chorizo raguA star rating of 4.9 out of 5.266 ratingsServe this delicious chicken and chorizo ragu over rice or pasta as an easy midweek dinner for the family. You can freeze any leftovers for another day
- Peanut butter chickenA star rating of 4 out of 5.309 ratingsYou’ll love this new, budget chicken dish. Any leftovers freeze well and make a handy lunch.
- Curried fishcakesA star rating of 4 out of 5.10 ratingsMake a batch of these spiced cod fishcakes and freeze them for busy weeknights. Serve with salad and coleslaw for a tasty family meal
- Spiced harissa lamb pastiesA star rating of 5 out of 5.1 ratingGive the humble lamb pasty a spicy makeover using harissa. The prep can all be done in advance – just pop them in the oven an hour before serving
- Jamaican veggie pattiesA star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratingsGet ahead on your party nibbles with these freezable Jamaican veggie patties. You can then simply pop them in the oven when the party is about to start
- Thai fried prawn & pineapple riceA star rating of 4.4 out of 5.89 ratingsThis quick, low calorie supper is perfect for a busy weeknight. Cook your rice in advance to get ahead – run it under cold water to chill quickly, then freeze in a food bag for up to one month
- Sausage raguA star rating of 4.6 out of 5.345 ratingsFeed the family this comforting, budget-friendly sausage ragu with pasta. You can freeze the leftovers for another time and it tastes just as good
- Sausage & winter greens cannelloniA star rating of 4.7 out of 5.3 ratingsStretch a pack of sausages and feed the whole family with this cannelloni. The meaty ragu sauce is bulked out with nutrient-dense winter greens
- Slow-cooker roast chickenA star rating of 4.7 out of 5.32 ratingsCooking a chicken in a slow cooker makes it very succulent and packed full of flavour. This simple, freezable recipe is perfect for feeding a family
- Wild mushroom mac ‘n’ cheeseA star rating of 4.5 out of 5.2 ratingsGive mac ’n’ cheese a mushroom makeover for a freeze-ahead family meal. Using dried wild mushrooms means you don’t have to wait until they’re in season
- Family meals: Easy beef stew with sweet potato toppingA star rating of 4.2 out of 5.75 ratingsPerfect for the whole family, this freezable pie makes a great meal for toddlers and teens alike and has plenty of hidden veg
- Green burgersA star rating of 4.8 out of 5.37 ratingsThis vegetarian burger recipe can be frozen, letting you get ahead on busy days. It’s craftily packed with spinach – one of the trickier veg to get into kids!
- Salmon & asparagus quicheA star rating of 4.8 out of 5.11 ratingsYou can make and freeze this pretty quiche ahead of time. It serves eight so perfect for an impromptu spot of lunchtime entertaining
- Creamy curried chicken pieA star rating of 5 out of 5.5 ratingsBake this pie for a family dinner, or simply batch cook the chicken curry base to freeze for later, then serve with rice or in jacket potatoes
- Wholemeal flatbreadsA star rating of 4 out of 5.17 ratingsThese flatbreads are a doddle – simply make a large batch out of storecupboard ingredients and freeze them for later in the week
- Cottage pieA star rating of 4.8 out of 5.844 ratingsThis great-value family favourite freezes beautifully and is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser
- Smoked haddock dauphinoiseA star rating of 3.8 out of 5.4 ratingsAdd smoked haddock to dauphinoise to make an easier, freeze-ahead fish pie. It’s a great fuss-free dinner when you have family or friends over
- Creamy chicken stewA star rating of 4.5 out of 5.163 ratingsCook this creamy, comforting stew to serve with our smashed mini jacket potatoes. This warming one-pot with chicken, peas and leeks is perfect for a special family meal
- Soup maker broccoli and stilton soupA star rating of 4.9 out of 5.45 ratingsMake a batch of classic broccoli and stilton soup with the help of a soup maker. It’s freezable so you can make ahead for busy days, or a packed lunch
- Chicken pasta bakeA star rating of 4.6 out of 5.484 ratingsEnjoy this gooey cheese and chicken pasta bake for the ultimate weekday family dinner. Serve straight from the dish with a dressed green salad
- Freeze-ahead roastiesA star rating of 5 out of 5.16 ratingsSave precious time when planning a group meal by prepping and freezing your potatoes in advance.
- Pulled chicken & black bean chilliA star rating of 4.9 out of 5.45 ratingsMake a batch of Mexican-inspired pulled chicken and black bean chilli, which can be easily doubled and kept in the freezer. Serve with rice or tortilla wraps
- Cheese & bacon lasagneA star rating of 4.4 out of 5.105 ratingsThis freezable, family-friendly recipe is economical and has a wonderful comfort-food feel about it
Family-Friendly Dinners That Start with Ground Beef
Make the most of your family dinner with one of these healthy recipes that serves at least four. Soups, casseroles, pastas and potpie are all on the menu, so you’re bound to find a recipe that your crew will enjoy. Recipes like our Tater Tot Casserole with Beef, Corn & Zucchini and Cheesy Tex-Mex Taco Stuffed Peppers are delicious dinners that will have everyone asking for seconds.
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Ground Beef & Potatoes Skillet
In this healthy dinner recipe, ground beef and potatoes are paired with colorful veggies, including kale, tomato and peppers. Everything is cooked in one skillet, which allows for layers of flavor to build quickly while also cutting back on the number of dishes.
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Stuffed Pepper Soup
Inspired by stuffed peppers, this soup is ready faster and with fewer dishes too! Have fun with the toppings—we top it with onion, Cheddar cheese and tortilla chips here, but salsa, sour cream and corn would also make stellar additions.
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Tater Tot Casserole with Beef, Corn & Zucchini
Casseroles can be for summer too! We packed this one with peak-season vegetables—corn, zucchini and tomatoes—then topped it with crispy tater tots and gooey melted cheese, making it a dinner winner.
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Mini Meatloaves with Green Beans & Potatoes
This healthy meatloaf recipe and side dishes are all made in the oven on two sheet pans so that everything’s ready for the dinner table at the same time. The potatoes go into the oven first to start roasting while the mini meatloaves and green beans are prepped and added to the oven partway through.
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Stuffed Cabbage with Beef
This lightened-up version of stuffed cabbage uses lean ground beef and less sugar than the traditional recipe—but is every bit as delicious. The sauce sinks into the cabbage rolls while baking, which helps deepen the flavors.
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American Goulash
American goulash, also known as old-fashioned goulash, is the perfect economical family meal. The pasta cooks right in the sauce, so this satisfying dish can cook in just one pot.
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One-Pot Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
The whole family is sure to love this one-pot spaghetti recipe! The sausage, chicken broth and white wine impart slow-cooked flavors in this quick-cooking ragu. As the pasta sauce thickens, you’ll want to scrape the bottom of the pot to prevent the sauce and pasta from sticking and to help the pasta cook evenly.
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Cheesy Tex-Mex Taco Stuffed Peppers
Tender, juicy bell peppers hold a Tex-Mex inspired filling of ground beef, taco seasoning and veggies finished with melted cheese on top in this easy stuffed peppers recipe. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with your favorite taco fixings.
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Broccoli, Beef & Tater Tot Hotdish
Hotdish may be a Minnesota tradition but everyone, everywhere, should add this cheesy casserole to their fall dinner rotation.
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Fresh Pasta with Quick Bolognese Sauce
Bolognese is not your average spaghetti sauce–it’s known for its richness that’s developed through a slow cooking process–but on a weeknight, it’s not practical. This version speeds up the classic Italian recipe for a quick and easy Bolognese sauce with Italian sausage to build flavors fast. The cooking time is about 35 minutes for this mind-blowing pasta sauce. If you don’t have Grana Padano cheese, Parmesan works just as well in a pinch.