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59 Weeknight Dinners the Whole Family Will Love

Updated on March 12, 2024

You’ll have no problem gathering everyone around the table with these delicious ideas.

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Family-Friendly Weeknight Dinner Ideas

Cooking a family meal on a busy weeknight is no small task. If you’re anything like us you’ve got a handful of main dishes you can rely on, some go-to ideas for chicken and a few solid pizza recipes that work their way into the rotation every once in a while. It’s easy to get stuck in a rut though, which is why it never hurts to have a few extra choices in your back pocket. That’s the idea behind these picks. We’ve rounded up a few ideas that you may not have considered before: easy dump dinners, crave-worthy baked pastas, fun breakfast-for-dinner recipes and more. If you’re not sure where to start, we recommend these crispy pork chops, breaded in a Panko coating that isn’t hard to prep at all. We throw in some Italian seasoning since it’s a staple in many spice cabinets but feel free to use whatever you like and have on hand.

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Chicken Tortilla Dump Dinner

Enjoy all your favorite Tex-Mex flavors in a comforting casserole that's fast and easy to throw together.

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Blended Beef, White Bean and Squash Burgers

This smoky, juicy burger is a three-in-one combination of a classic beef burger, a veggie burger and a bean burger. It's a delicious and easy way to cut down on meat while still getting lots of satisfying flavor. After you've tried this version, put your own spin on it by subbing in your favorite spice blend instead of the paprika, garlic and onion powder used here.

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20-Minute Instant Pot Pizza Frittata

This pizza-frittata mash-up is crazy-easy to make, thanks to your Instant Pot ®. Shredded provolone and grated Parmesan work best for this frittata because they stay suspended perfectly in the egg base and add just the right umami flavor. We serve the frittata with a simple spinach salad for a fun and family-friendly meal.

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