As much as we love a good family meal, sometimes we get stuck in a food rut. But it doesn't have to be this way! If you're looking to switch things up, these great family dinners offer up some rewarding new ideas everyone will love.
Whether it’s macaroni and cheese or Grandma’s chicken soup, every family has it's go-to recipes. But it can be easy to get stuck in a rut when you're making the same family dinners for the 10th time in a row! But fear not! We've got you covered with these amazing recipes. Whether you’re looking for healthy options or unique meal ideas, you might just find a new family favorite.
Kids may love to eat hamburgers, pasta and pizza. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t healthy family dinners they’ll also enjoy! (And, yes, you can make those three healthy, too!) But here are a few other choices to spice things up in the kitchen.
There’s nothing like hearty soup or stew on a weekend to make you feel warm and cozy. So try out these tasty family dinners to get in all the vegetables and protein your family will need.
Easy to make, easy to eat.
PREP TIME
45 mins
COOK TIME
8 hrs
TOTAL TIME
8 hrs
COURSE
dinner
CUISINE
American
SERVINGS
6 people
CALORIES
435.0 kcal
2
guajillo chile peppers
1
dried ancho chile
1
dried pasilla chile
3
cups
chicken broth
low sodium
2
tbsp
olive oil
1
lb.
boneless beef chunk
cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1/2
lb.
boneless beef short ribs
cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1/2
lb.
brisket
cut into 1/2 inch pieces
Kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper
2
yellow onions
finely chopped
6
garlic cloves
finely chopped
1
tbsp
ground cumin
2
tsp
dried oregano
1
canned chipotle chile in adobo sauce
chopped, optional
1
12oz.
can of lager
sour cream
shredded cheddar
chopped red onion
cilantro leaves
tortilla chips
for serving
Slow-Cooker Beef Chili
Toast guajillo, ancho, and pasilla chiles in a non-stick skillet on medium-high heat. Stir occasionally until darkened and slightly softer (about 3 minutes).
Place in stainless steel bowl and mix with 2 cups boiling water (let sit 30 minutes to soften). Drain and throw away seeds and stems.
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large pot on medium-high.
Rub chuck, short ribs, and brisket with salt and pepper.
Stirring occasionally, cook until browned (about 5 minutes). Continue cooking until liquid all liquid has evaporated from pot (about 8–10 minutes more). Place beef onto plate.
Heat remaining 1 tbsp oil in same pot.
Add onions and garlic; season with more salt and pepper. Cook until onions are softened, stirring often (about 6–8 minutes). Beef may stick to the pot, so add splash of water (stirring occasionally) to scrape up left over browned bits of beef.
Add cumin, oregano, and chipotle. Cook for 1 minute while stirring occasionally.
Transfer the whole mixture to your slow cooker (4–6-quart).
Add lager, beef, and chile purée, season with salt and pepper. Stir.
Cover slow cooker and heat until meat is very tender (about 7–8 hours on low or 4–5 hours on high). If the mix seems too thin, simmer until thickened to desired consistency.
Taste and season if needed. Serve dish topped with sour cream, cheddar, red onion, cilantro leaves, and chips.
Calories:
435.0 kcal
Carbohydrates:
12.3 g
Fat:
19.1 g
Protein:
45.0 g
Serving Amount:
1
Serving Unit:
bowl
Sodium:
736.0 mg
If soup or stew isn’t your thing, there are other options for family dinners to fill up your kids fast! Try some of these classic recipes with a twist on some of your favorites.
It can be easy to get into a routine with family dinner, but there are plenty of dinners everyone will love that don’t have to be difficult! Does your family have a favorite meal? Share some of your best family dinners in our comments or discuss them in our FamilyApp! Whether you’re looking for lighter fare or a few winter comfort foods, there's something for everyone!