Looking for easy weeknight dinner ideas for the busy back to school season? I’ve got you covered with a list of my 13 favorite easy recipes for families.
I have to admit that our family always struggles with transitions! For us, back-to-school is one of the hardest ones to handle. My son’s bus comes at 6:33 AM (no, that’s not a typo), and the early wakeup hits us hard! By mid-afternoon, I’m usually dragging and struggling to figure out what to make for dinner before he leaves again for practice.
Having a solid collection of family-friendly recipes that I can turn to is SO important. It takes the guess work and creativity out of meal planning. And let’s be honest, when life is busy, being creative with dinner is nearly impossible!
Here, I’m sharing 13 tried and true recipes that everyone in my family will actually eat! Most have hands on time of 15 minutes or less.
Bookmark your favorites now, because once the school year is in full swing, you’ll be glad to have a collection of easy meals ready when you need them.
Easy Pepperoni Pizza Casserole Recipe
This easy pizza casserole recipe is topped with loads of pepperoni slices and melty cheese! It's an easy weeknight meal that's a real crowd pleaser.
Everyone loves quesadillas, so why not upgrade them a bit! These quesadillas are stuffed with cheese, black beans and caramelized onions for a super affordable dinner.
These Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Zucchini are one of my favorite easy dinners! It's low-carb and quick enough for weeknights.Check above this recipe card for ingredient substitution suggestions.
Making French Bread Pizza in the air fryer is a game changer. All the traditional pizza flavors you love, except easy to make. This easy recipe is budget-friendly and great for busy weeknights.
This baked chicken spaghetti is the ultimate easy recipe for busy nights. With tender chicken & a rich cheesy sauce, it’s quick to prepare, loaded with flavor and sure to become a family favorite.
This Beefy King Ranch Casserole recipe is one of our favorite dinners! It's Tex Mex in casserole form. Layers of ground beef, cheese, tortillas make a dish the whole family will enjoy.
Use extra or leftover grilled bratwurst to make this creamy, easy bratwurst pasta made with rigatoni pasta! Ready in about 30 minutes and perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
