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Chicken Nugget Sliders

February 17, 2026 By Lilly

Easy homemade meal made with any brand of frozen chicken nuggets, Hawaiian rolls, marinara or pizza sauce, cheese, and garlic butter.

If you have a house full of hungry kids and a schedule that never seems to slow down, dinner can feel like a daily marathon. But these little baked chicken sandwiches? They are about to change everything. They’re warm, cheesy, saucy, flavorful, and somehow feel fun and special—even though they’re made with common ingredients that […]

17 Easy Dinner Ideas For A Family With Picky Kids

August 29, 2025 By Lilly

List of quick and easy family meals to make on busy weeknights for picky kids of all ages.

Frozen pizzas and fast food are nice once in a while, but if you have a family with kids to feed, not only can that get really expensive, but who knows what kind of ingredients we are feeding them. The nice thing about preparing dinner at home is that YOU are in charge of what […]

Crispy Broccoli Cheese Bites

February 12, 2025 By Lilly

A yummy, easy, and healthy vegetable snack made with frozen broccoli rice, egg, cheddar cheese, and flour.

Want to learn how to turn vegetables into a yummy snack your kids will love? Simply toss frozen broccoli rice with shredded cheddar, egg, flour, and seasoning to make these oven baked crispy little bites of heaven! It’s basically like turning broccoli cheese soup into crispy finger food. My family loves to eat them fresh […]

26 Fun & Easy Family Dinner Ideas

December 6, 2024 By Lilly

Yummy dinner recipes that are easy to make for kids. Something a little different for every night of the week! These fun weeknight meals are sure to be a hit with your picky eaters.

Is dinner time getting boring in your house? I’ve rounded up a list of quick and easy dinner recipes for a family with kids that are not only really simple to make with just a few budget ingredients, but are SUPER FUN and DeLiCiOuS! Something a little different than the typical spaghetti or air fried […]

Chicken & Biscuit Dinner Cobbler

November 6, 2024 By Lilly

This popular dinner recipe is just perfect for a large family with kids. So simple to make with just a few budget ingredients, and your picky eaters are going to love it.

Calling all busy moms and dads! Do you have picky eaters to cook for? It’s not easy making everyone happy at dinner time, especially if you have kids that would prefer eating a bowl of chips for dinner. This yummy casserole is so simple to make with a handful of budget ingredients, kid approved, serves […]

Ritz Cracker Party Sandwiches

May 29, 2024 By Celeste

Delicious party food that will have your guests hovering over the appetizer table! If you love the Hawaiian roll sliders that are so popular, then you’ll adore this fun twist using Ritz crackers– smaller but better! This easy appetizer is perfect for your next party, family gathering, or casual day at home with the kids […]

Bubble Up Biscuit Pizza Casserole

November 17, 2023 By Lilly

Dump everything into a large baking dish and dinner is done! That’s my favorite kind of meal, especially on busy school nights when dinner time is when I feel done for the day. This easy pizza casserole is a life saver for busy moms and dads on a budget with hangry kids to feed. You […]

36 Super Easy Family Dinner Ideas For Picky Eaters

November 15, 2023 By Lilly

Easy dinner ideas for a family with picky kids and adults!

Whether you’ve got fussy toddlers to feed or finicky adults that complain about everything, meal time can be a real struggle! Cooking a single dinner that makes everyone happy can seem impossible, especially on busy weeknights when you’re tired, hungry, and just want to relax. I’ve spent the last couple of years experimenting and compiling […]

25 Easy Kid-Friendly Dinner Ideas

July 23, 2023 By Lilly

Are you looking for quick and easy meals to make for your picky eaters? Your kids are going to love these budget friendly dinner recipes almost as much as you. Not only are they incredibly tasty, they are effortless to make on busy school nights with just a handful of basic, cheap ingredients. Sometimes I […]

24 Clever Recipes To Make With A Can of Refrigerated Dough

May 20, 2023 By Lilly

A round up of fun and easy recipes to make with a can of refrigerated dough! Biscuits, crescents, pizza crust, sheet dough, cinnamon rolls and more.

Just pop that tube open and you can have a tasty dish ready in no time. One of the greatest advantages of store-bought dough is how much time it can save you in the kitchen. Say goodbye to the days of measuring and mixing ingredients from scratch. Whether you’re craving mini homemade pizzas, sweet pastries, […]

Hot Buttered Mini Donut Cheerios

May 1, 2023 By Lilly

This fun and easy snack is so easy to make with just a few ingredients. Simply soak Cheerios in hot butter, and then coat with a mixture of cinnamon and sugar. So yummy! My favorite crunchy snack.

These crunchy mini donuts are a fun and easy snack to make for any occasion. A great replacement for popcorn on family movie night or anytime you want something sweet and delicious to munch on! My kids love them and I can’t help but eat at least half the batch before they even cool down. […]

Easy Taco Macaroni & Cheese Dinner

April 29, 2023 By Lilly

This deliciously cheesy ground beef dinner is a hit with even the pickiest of eaters! How can you go wrong with combining taco meat and macaroni & cheese? You can’t! This quick and easy dinner recipe is perfect for busy weeknight meals, especially if you have a family with kids to feed. Ingredients 1 pound […]

Frozen Applesauce Bites

April 18, 2023 By Lilly

Frozen Applesauce Bites | A quick and easy healthy snack idea for kids! These are the perfect clean eating treat for toddlers and young children after school or before bed when they want something sweet to eat.

Your picky eaters are going to love this healthy frozen treat! These frozen applesauce bites are a super easy snack idea that is perfect for kids of all ages, particularly babies, toddlers, and preschoolers who haven’t been introduced to sugar yet. This cold treat is made with JUST applesauce, making it an incredibly quick and […]

Mini Meatball Cupcakes

March 22, 2023 By Lilly

A fun and easy family dinner idea! Kids love these mini meatball cupcakes. Meatball cupcakes are a creative and delicious muffin tin recipe, perfect for a quick family dinner or filling snack. This recipe is especially popular with kids, who are sure to love the whimsical cupcake shape and savory flavor. With just a few […]

20 Cheap & Easy Family Dinners

May 27, 2022 By Lilly

Budget meals for your picky family! I’m always looking for quick and easy dinner ideas for my hungry kids. It’s not easy finding recipes everyone can agree on, especially when I’m tired and want simple meals that don’t cost a lot of money. I also prefer recipes that makes large portions that can be reheated […]

23 Last Minute Dinner Ideas

February 27, 2022 By Lilly

The laziest meals you’ll ever make! It’s not that I’m lazy, it’s just that I get tired of cooking dinner EVERY night. If you have a family with kids to feed, then you know the struggle is real. Even dinner recipes that claim to be quick and easy can be a real hassle, which is […]

Pepperoni Pizza Quesadillas

January 10, 2022 By Lilly

This fun and easy dinner recipe is a hit with my kids! Turn quesadillas into pizza with pepperoni and other classic pizza toppings, and then serve with pizza sauce.

A fun & easy last minute dinner idea! Making dinner for my picky eaters is the hardest part of being an adult. I can’t believe how much time I spend in the kitchen trying to make them happy. Fortunately, I’ve discovered a few cheap and easy recipes over the years that my kids absolutely love, […]

Microwave French Toast in a Mug

January 8, 2022 By Lilly

A quick & easy breakfast idea made in your microwave! I know, it may sound a little crazy, but this sweet breakfast is so simple to make in just a few minutes. No baking or stove required! It’s easy enough for kids to make themselves, and great for adults who just want a quick serving […]

Muffin Mix Pancakes

April 2, 2020 By Lilly

A quick and easy breakfast idea made with just 3 ingredients! The fantastic thing about these easy muffin mix pancakes is that they come in so many different flavors and make a smaller portion for feeding your kids on busy school mornings. I don’t know about you, but I don’t need a heaping pile of […]

Easy Broccoli Cheese Cups

February 27, 2020 By Lilly

Even your picky eaters will love this fun & simple snack recipe. If you’re looking for healthy after school snacks for at home or on the go (that your kids will ACTUALLY eat), these broccoli cheese cups are super simple to make with cheap ingredients: broccoli, cheddar cheese, Ritz crackers, an egg and a little […]

Healthy Banana Oat Muffins (3 Ingredients)

October 23, 2019 By Lilly

Clean eating. No sugar, no flour, no hassle. This simple banana oat muffin recipe is a super fun and easy on-the-go breakfast idea for the family. They are especially ideal for kids! Definitely a much healthier option for breakfast, lunch boxes and after school snacks. And if your kids play sports, they’re light yet packed […]

Famous Butter Ritz Chicken Recipe (Nugget Style)

October 15, 2019 By Lilly

A quick and easy homemade baked chicken nugget recipe! These little baked chicken bites are out-of-this-world DELISH! They’re crispy on the outside and delightfully tender in the middle. The butter gives them an amazing rich and savory flavor that everyone loves. That’s all you will need to make these simple chicken nuggets are about 4 […]

Easy Frosted Lemonade For Summer

July 15, 2019 By Lilly

A Super Quick & Easy Summer Slushy Recipe My kids love making this sweet treat during the hot months of Arizona, which is basically half of the year! This cold drink is especially popular at our house when they have friends over to go swimming. It’s like a mix between a milkshake and a slushy, […]

Mini Garlic Toast Pizzas

May 1, 2019 By Lilly

A Fun & Easy Dinner Idea For The Family This recipe is so simple even the kids can make it! It only requires 3 basic ingredients plus the toppings of your choice. If you like pizza, how can you go wrong with a garlic toast crust? These mini pizzas are popular at my house on […]

3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars

May 1, 2019 By Lilly

These Quick & Easy No-Bake Treats Are Always A Hit Homemade without a lot of hassle! These ooey, gooey Cheerio squares are like eating a candy bar but without all of the guilt. They’re made with just 3 simple ingredients that you might already have on hand: Cheerios, peanut butter, and honey. They make for an […]

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