15 Healthy Back To School Dinner Recipes
Busy school nights call for meals that are quick, nutritious, and kid-approved—and these 15 healthy back to school dinner recipes check every box!
Whether you’re juggling homework, after-school activities, or simply short on time, these dinners make it easy to serve something wholesome and delicious without the stress.
Packed with lean proteins, fresh veggies, and simple ingredients, each recipe is designed to fuel growing minds and satisfy the whole family. From one-pan wonders to quick pasta dishes and hearty grain bowls, you’ll find meals that are easy to prep, budget-friendly, and perfect for busy weeknights.
Say goodbye to mealtime chaos and hello to healthy, stress-free school night dinners everyone will love!
1
Easy Hamburger Steak with Creamy Mushroom Gravy
Discover the ultimate hamburger steak with mushroom gravy recipe – a comfort food classic that’s easy to make and irresistibly delicious.
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2
Calabrian Chicken Meatballs
Calabrian Chicken Meatballs are made with ground chicken, spicy Calabrian chili peppers, garlic, fresh basil, and two types of cheese. They’re loaded with flavor and great with your favorite pasta!
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3
Instant Pot Shrimp Pasta | Kitchen At Hoskins
Instant Pot Shrimp Pasta is a reader favorite! It has a luxurious tomato cream sauce, ready in under 30 minutes. It’s so good!
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4
Ground Turkey Cabbage Soup
Ground Turkey Cabbage Soup is a delicious, veggie-packed soup filled with good-for-you ingredients! Lean ground turkey, cabbage, and plenty of other fresh vegetables, all in a super flavorful broth make this easy, one-pot recipe a family favorite!
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5
How to Make Walking Tacos (aka Taco in a Bag) – In the Kitch
Try out these walking tacos (taco in a bag) with Doritos, seasoned ground beef filling, fresh veggies and your favorite condiments!
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6
Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs
Enjoy juicy chicken thighs and veggies in one simple dish. This delicious and healthy sheet pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights.
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7
Cheeseburger Macaroni
Cheeseburger macaroni recipe makes easy, cheesy hamburger mac in about 30 minutes. This one-pot pasta recipe couldn’t be easier!
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8
Sheet Pan Nachos
Sheet pan nachos are the easiest way to make nachos for a crowd! This 6-ingredient dinner recipe takes less than 30 minutes to make.
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9
Taco Bowls | Get Inspired Everyday!
The perfect family dinner, these Taco Bowls have classic flavors served over rice or sweet potatoes, and everyone can customize their bowls.
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10
Big Mac Tacos {Smash Burger Tacos}
These Big Mac Tacos taste just like your favorite burger but cook up in a matter of minutes! The perfect easy meal for busy weeknights!
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Creamy Taco Soup | Get Inspired Everyday!
This Creamy Taco Soup is budget friendly and can be made with ground beef, pork, or turkey. It’s gluten free with dairy free options.
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12
Pesto Pasta with Chicken & Veggies – Foxes Love Lemons
Chicken Pesto Pasta with Veggies is a well-rounded meal in 30 minutes, thanks to smart tricks that streamline the cooking process.
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13
Bubble Up Pizza Casserole – The Cookin Chicks
Bubble Up Pizza Casserole is a quick and easy dish that calls for only 5 ingredients! Add your favorite toppings and make it your own!
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14
One-Pot Cheeseburger Macaroni
This simple One-Pot Cheeseburger Macaroni recipe combines two of the most loved comfort foods of cheeseburgers with macaroni and cheese.
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15
Walking Taco Casserole With Doritos
This Walking Taco Casserole with Doritos is a family favorite that combines Doritos with classic taco flavors – perfect for busy weeknights!
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