Looking for an easy dinner for picky eaters that's actually delicious and nutritious? We've got you covered with 26 dinners even your pickiest eater will devour. These recipes are all about keeping it simple yet satisfying, perfect for those evenings when you need something quick and reliable. Whether you're dealing with finicky kids or just trying to please everyone at the table, these meals are designed to hit the spot without a fuss making dinners stress-free and enjoyable for the whole family.
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Black Bean Burger
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These juicy black bean quinoa burgers are bursting with protein, fiber, and flavor! Guilt-free, effortless, and easily customizable, these are perfect for meal-prep too.
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Kimchi Grilled Cheese
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In my kimchi grilled cheese, tangy kimchi meets creamy mozzarella and cheddar between golden-browned sourdough slices. Ready in just 20 minutes!
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Kimchi Mac and Cheese
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Mouthwatering umami packed kimchi mac and cheese with three different types of cheeses - delicious, cheesy, creamy and packs a flavor punch!
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Fried Avocado Tacos
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These delicious fried avocado tacos are vegan, can be made gluten-free, and have avocado fries in addition to refried beans and a creamy poblano sauce on top of corn tortillas.
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Baked Gouda Mac and Cheese
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Indulge in a creamy, delicious homemade baked gouda mac and cheese for the ultimate comfort food! This easy-to-follow recipe has a rich, creamy texture and is ready in just 45 minutes!
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Corn Nuggets
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These crispy corn nuggets are cheesy, perfectly golden and irresistibly tasty. Ready in just 20 minutes, with frying, air frying and baking instructions!
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Easy Microwave Mac and Cheese
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Indulge in convenient comfort food with our microwave mac and cheese. Quick, creamy, and delicious — satisfy your cravings in mere minutes!
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White Chocolate Peppermint Chex Mix
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White Chocolate Peppermint Chex Mix is a super easy addition to your holiday cookie and candy tray. Kids and adults both love this snack mix!
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Canned Chicken Patties
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These Canned Chicken Patties are gluten-free, low-carb, keto-friendly, and kid-friendly! Whipped up in only 20 minutes, they can be served on their own, alongside your favorite steamed vegetables, or on bread as a sandwich.
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Crescent Roll Bagel Dogs
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Crescent roll bagel dogs are a fun and easy recipe that everyone loves. They're delicious for dinner, but they're just as tasty for leftovers the next day in your child's school lunch. Just wait for them to come home and tell you about all the other jealous kids.
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Southwest Ranch Chicken Salad Sandwich
![Southwest ranch chicken salad sandwich on pumpernickel.](https://parallelplates.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/southwest-chicken-ranch-salad-1.jpg)
This ranch chicken salad cheddar melt is infused with southwestern flavors. Piled high on pumpernickel bread with lots of melted cheese, it’s a mouthwatering lunch.
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Burger Mini Bites
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Learn how to make Burger Mini Bites filled with low carb vegetables for your kids, brunch, party, or an appetizer for a Super Bowl. Fully low carb, gluten-free, grain-free, and diabetic friendly, those no bun burger bites will add all the healthiness you need throughout the day.
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Chicken Al Pastor Quesadillas
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Loaded with cheese and flavor packed al pastor chicken, these easy quesadillas are ready in a jiffy. Just look at all that cheese! Everyone loves these tasty handhelds!
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Easy Chicken Nuggets
![Keto chicken nuggets on a plate with a cup of dipping sauce.](https://parallelplates.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Keto-Chicken-Nuggets-rotated-1.jpg)
These Keto Chicken Nuggets are an easy recipe that can be made in 30 minutes. The nuggets are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and full of flavor. They’re made using canned chicken and are breaded in crushed pork rinds before being baked in the oven.
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Extra Crispy Tater Tots Croquettes
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This super easy and extra crispy Tater Tots Croquettes Recipe made with only 3 ingredients is the best side dish you can have. Fluffy and soft from inside, golden and extra crunchy from outside, those kid friendly, dairy-free, gluten-free, low carb tots will change your life forever.
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Sticky Garlic Chicken Nuggets
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This recipe combines the crunchiness of perfectly fried chicken nuggets with the tangy goodness of a homemade sauce.
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Bombay Sandwiches
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A Bombay Sandwich is layered with cooked and raw vegetables on buttered white bread, slathered with delicious chutney. Delicious & vegetarian.
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Rainbow Fathead Pizza
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This Rainbow Fathead Pizza Recipe is not only beautiful from outside, but filled with veggies and healthiness, even your kids would approve. It is super yummy, delicious, scrumptious and magnificent all at the same time.
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Crispy Baked Salmon Bites
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These crispy salmon nuggets are simple to make, and are a delicious appetizer or kid-friendly dinner! Plus, they're baked - not fried - so they're a healthier option. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
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Pizza Salad
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Our Healthy Pizza Salad Recipe is a fun, guilt-free twist on your favorite Italian classic. This vegetarian salad is fresh, flavorful, and the perfect answer to your pizza cravings without straying from your healthy eating goals. It really tastes just like pizza!
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Cinnamon Apple Snacks
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Savor the goodness of this wholesome Cinnamon Apple Snacks recipe! Super easy to make and they are a tasty, healthy snack for both kids and adults.
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Turkey Burger Sliders
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With juicy turkey patties, crisp buns, and all your favorite toppings, this easy turkey burger slider recipe takes your favorite turkey burgers and makes them bite-sized! They're perfect for an easy dinner, great for your next BBQ, or are an amazing dish for a party.
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Easy Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Chicken Tenders
![Easy Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Chicken Tenders on a black plate with parsley.](https://parallelplates.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Air-Fryer-Lemon-Pepper-Chicken-Tenders.jpg)
These Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Chicken Tenders are delicious and so easy to make! With just 3 ingredients, these chicken tenders will be done in just 15 minutes.
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Easy Air Fryer Breaded Chicken Tenders
![Easy Air Fryer Breaded Chicken Tenders on a white plate with parsley.](https://parallelplates.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Air-Fryer-Breaded-Chicken-Tenders-.jpg)
These Air Fryer Breaded Chicken Tenders come out crispy and golden every time! They pair perfectly with your favorite dippings sauce. Adults and kids will loved these breaded chicken tenders in the air fryer.
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Sloppy Joe Quesadillas
![Sloppy Joe Quesadillas stacked in skillet.](https://parallelplates.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Sloppy-Joe-Quesadillas.jpg)
Sloppy Joe Quesadillas are hearty, meaty, cheesy, and a family favorite meal. This recipe turns your favorite childhood sandwich into a quick and easy Tex-Mex treat!
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Easy Air Fryer Ranch Chicken Tenders
![Easy Air Fryer Ranch Chicken Tenders on a black plate with dill.](https://parallelplates.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/air-fryer-ranch-chicken-tenders-4-1.jpg)
These Air Fryer Ranch Chicken Tenders are quick and easy to make! With only a few steps, these chicken tenders will be the perfect lunch or dinner idea for kids or adults alike.
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