Back to School Dinner Recipes

Back to School is here! Which means back to busy schedules and last minute dinners. But fear not, I have the BEST Back to School Dinner Recipes. Whether you need a quick one-skillet dinner or a set-it-and-forget-it meal in the slow cooker, I’ve got you!

Air Fryer Dinner Recipes

Making dinner in the Air Fryer has been a game changer. These recipes have easy prep, then whip up in a snap in the air fryer. My favorite way to make dinner on the busiest school nights!

Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs 30 minutes minutes

These crispy chicken thighs are seasoned with a simple blend of spices and cook up nice and crispy in the air fryer.

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Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan 25 minutes minutes

Super quick and easy Chicken Parmesan made right in the air fryer in a fraction of the time and way less messy!

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Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Tenders 42 minutes minutes

These easy Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Tenders come together in a few minutes and are perfect with your favorite dipping sauce! 

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Crispy Baked Chicken Taquitos 37 minutes minutes

These Crispy Baked Chicken Taquitos are a super quick and easy weeknight dinner. They also make a great snack or appetizer!

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One Skillet Dinners

One Skillet Dinner recipes totally take away the stress of cleaning up after cooking. Each of these recipes come together in under 40 minutes with easy prep, and easy clean-up!

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One Skillet Ground Beef Stroganoff 25 minutes minutes

One Skillet Ground Beef Stroganoff is filled with hearty ground beef, mushrooms and tender egg noodles in a delicate, yet simple sauce.

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Ground Beef Enchilada Casserole 15 minutes minutes

This quick and easy beef enchilada casserole is made in 15 minutes, using just one pan and no baking required!

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Chicken Pot Pie Biscuit Skillet 40 minutes minutes

This comforting Chicken Pot Pie Biscuit Skillet is filled with plump chicken and tender veggies in a thick and creamy chicken gravy, then topped with fluffy cheesy biscuits.

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One Skillet Polka Dot Lasagna 45 minutes minutes

This One Skillet Polka Dot Lasagna is seriously THE BEST!

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Instant Pot Dinner Recipes

Instant Pot Dinner Recipes make it so easy to throw everything in a pot and walk away. On busy week nights you can add ingredients to the pot last minute and come back when it’s done!

Instant Pot Chicken Taco Soup 35 minutes minutes

This warm and hearty Chicken Taco Soup is insanely easy to make and is a family favorite!

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Instant Pot Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes 45 minutes minutes

Make a whole nutritious dinner in one pot with this quick and easy Instant Pot Meatloaf and Mashed Potatoes recipe!

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Instant Pot Chili Recipe 28 minutes minutes

This quick and easy Instant Pot Chili Recipe is loaded with ground beef, beans and tomatoes in a hearty and spicy sauce.

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Pulled Pork Carnitas Recipes 1 hour hour 50 minutes minutes

These Crispy Instant Pot Pork Carnitas are made in a fraction of the time, but still super tender with crispy, caramelized edges!

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Easy Slow Cooker Dinner Recipes

Slow Cooker meals are the ultimate set-and-forget dinner hack. It’s so nice to set everything in the morning and have dinner ready whenever you are!

Slow Cooker Beef Stew 6 hours hours 20 minutes minutes

This comforting Slow Cooker Beef Stew is made with tender chunks of beef, potato and veggies in a hearty and thick gravy.

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Slow Cooker Baked Ziti 2 hours hours 45 minutes minutes

This Slow Cooker Baked Ziti is made with marinara, Italian sausage, and plenty of melty cheese! It's the perfect slow cooker pasta recipe! 

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Slow Cooker Steakhouse Stuffed Peppers 6 hours hours 30 minutes minutes

Slow Cooker Steakhouse Stuffed Peppers are filled with ground beef, rice and a steak sauce, then cooked to perfection in the crock pot.

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Slow Cooker Pulled Pork 6 hours hours 15 minutes minutes

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork is a combination of simple spices and a pork roast, slow cooked until it falls apart and then shredded.

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Each of these methods are life-savers when it comes to busy school nights. Each recipe is kid-tested and approved at my house, so I’m sure your family will love them too!

Looking for more kid-friendly recipe ideas? I’ve got them right, HERE!