Kid Friendly

I have all sorts of healthy, kid-friendly recipes, taste-tested and approved by my own picky eaters! Find easy dinner ideas like saucy chicken tenders parmesan to lunch box favorites like these homemade chicken nuggets and chicken taquitos. Plus, easy snack recipes for kids like my savory pizza sausage rolls made with lean chicken sausage.

Latest Recipes for Kids » Page: 26

An EASY 15-minute dish you'll want to make all summer long! Fresh heads of romaine lettuce are split down the middle, grilled until slightly charred and smoky, along with fresh corn and skinless chicken thighs, then topped with tomatoes, onions, avocado and a simple salsa vinaigrette.
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Grilled Romaine Salad with Chicken, Corn and Salsa Dressing

30 mins
Oh my word, these slow cooker meatballs are SO good!! The slightly bold, earthy flavor of broccoli rabe pairs perfectly with salty cheeses, so I knew they would be awesome in my Sunday meatballs, and I was right!
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Slow Cooker Beef Meatballs with Broccoli Rabe

3 hrs 5 mins
turkey stuffed peppers
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Turkey Stuffed Peppers

1 hr
These garlic lime pork chops are so EASY to make, and only take 10 minutes to cook. I usually make them in my broiler but they are also great on the grill, they come out juicy and SO flavorful!
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Quick Garlic-Lime Marinated Pork Chops

30 mins
These easy loaded chicken "nacho" tostadas – topped with cheese, tomatoes, guacamole, olives and jalapenos are a great way to take nachos and turn them into a main dish.
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Loaded “Nacho” Chicken Tostada

15 mins
An easy 5-ingredient carrot salad that is lemony, bright and delicious! You don't need a spiralizer to make it, you can use pre-shredded carrots or use a potato peeler to cut the carrots into ribbons.
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Spiralized Carrot Salad with Lemon and Dijon

15 mins
Breaded chicken cutlets topped with everything I normally add to my guacamole – sliced avocado, tomatoes, cilantro, red onion and lime juice. 7 Smart Points • 286 calories
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Breaded Chicken Cutlets with Deconstructed Guacamole

30 mins
You know those yummy Asian Chicken Lettuce wraps often served as appetizers? Well this one is served over a big chopped salad! So tasty, and a great way to take an appetizer and turn it into a main dish salad!
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Asian Chicken Chopped Salad

15 mins
These juicy, flavorful chicken tenders are marinated in pickle juice then breaded and baked in the oven or air fryer!
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Pickle-Brined Baked Chicken Tenders

25 mins
This Rueben Stuffed Pork Tenderloin is stuffed with all the elements of a classic Reuben sandwich – pastrami, sauerkraut, Thousand Island dressing and Swiss cheese!
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Reuben Stuffed Pork Tenderloin

45 mins
Pork sirloin cutlets are a lean cut, and taste wonderful breaded and lightly pan fried. My family loves when I make them, and often request that I make them for dinner. A little different than chicken cutlets, these have more of a Latin flair, which we serve with fresh lime juice on top – yum!
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Breaded Pork Cutlets with Lime

30 mins
Puerto Rican Beans
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Puerto Rican Style Beans

25 mins
Balsamic Chicken with Roasted Vegetables seasoned with sage, rosemary and balsamic vinegar, then baked in the oven. A delicious healthy meal-in-one!
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Balsamic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Vegetables

30 mins
Hot baked mozzarella sticks – I can't think of a more popular finger food for both kids and adults alike. My oldest daughter Karina LOVES them and these never disappoint! Made lighter with part-skim mozzarella then coated with crispy seasoned breadcrumbs and baked (not fried!) until hot and golden. Serve them with my quick marinara sauce and you have yourself an appetizer everyone will love!
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Baked Mozzarella Sticks

1 hr 25 mins
Beef, Tomato and Acini di Pepe Soup
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Beef, Tomato and Acini di Pepe Soup (Instant Pot, SC + Stove)

50 mins
Chicken sausage, bell peppers, onions and mushrooms simmered in a marinara sauce then baked in the casserole with whole wheat macaroni topped with mozzarella.
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Chicken Sausage and Peppers Macaroni Casserole

1 hr 45 mins
Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu
5

Skillet Chicken Cordon Bleu

25 mins
If you like hot, melty Chicken Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches, you'll love this dip! This is one dip you'll want to have at any party, perfect for the super bowl coming up.
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Hot Chicken Philly Cheesesteak Dip

45 mins
This easy, cheesy, Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip will be a hit at your next party, no one will know it's light!
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Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip

15 mins
Chicken and lentil soup made in the Instant Pot (pressure cooker) – a healthy, nourishing meal that will fill you up and make plenty of servings so you can have leftovers for lunch or freeze the rest!
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Chicken and Lentil Soup (Instant Pot)

45 mins