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Family Dinner Ideas
Get delicious family dinner ideas and recipes, 30 minute meals, 5 ingredient dinners and family friendly dinner ideas, from our families to yours. Whether you need dinner ideas for tonight or are planning in advance, we’ve got you covered.
We made meal planning easy with 8 weeks of free meal plans for dinner with recipes. Use our quick, easy and family friendly meals to plan ahead for stress fee suppers.
Pressed for time (or just don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen)? Check out the quick and easy 30 minute meals! They’re entire meals that go from kitchen to dinner table in 30 minutes without sacrificing taste.
All of the recipes have been served on our own family dinner tables, we hope you enjoy our dinner recipes as much as we do.

Ancho Chili Powder vs. Chili Powder: Which One Should You Use?
If you enjoy experimenting with different spices in your recipes, you may be familiar with
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Find some of our favorite dinner ideas below, with full recipes and related ideas for your next family dinner!
Chicken Dinner Recipes
We have all your favorite family chicken dinner recipes such as:

Ginger Peach Chicken Recipe
Ginger Peach ChickenIngredients:4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 (18 oz.) can peach halves in juice
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Garlic Butter Cheddar Chicken Recipe
Garlic Butter Cheddar Chicken These chicken breasts are first dipped in savory garlic butter and
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Chicken Chili Recipe
Chicken Chili RecipeChili gets a lean, mean makeover with chicken instead of ground beef. The
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From entree to sides, dinner is done in 30 minutes or less with our quick & easy meals. Some of our family’s favorites include:

Sesame Chicken with Broccoli Recipe
Sesame Chicken with Broccoli Ingredients:5 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce4 teaspoons toasted sesame oil5 teaspoons honey1¼
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30 Minute Mexican Lasagna Recipe
Mexican Lasagna Recipe Ingredients: 3 Tablespoons olive oil 2 pounds ground chicken breast 2 Tablespoons
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Oriental Steak Skewers Recipe
Oriental Steak Skewers Ingredients: 1 pound boneless beef sirloin tip roast⅓ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce¼
Continue reading8 Weeks Of Meals Already Planned for You
Get 8 weeks of free family dinner plans with easy recipes included.

Easy Dinner Recipes Week One
Easy Dinner Recipes Week One This week of easy dinner recipes includes family favorites that
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Easy Dinner Recipes Week Two
Easy Dinner Recipes Week Two The second full week of easy dinner recipes with entrees
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Easy Dinner Recipes Week Three
Easy Dinner Recipes Week Three In the third week of easy dinner recipes we include easy
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Whether the storms are outside or inside, soup is good for the body and soul. With these hearty, easy soup recipes you can nourish both deliciously.

7 Soups to Soothe Your Soul Recipe
7 Soups to Soothe Your Soul Homemade Vegetable Soup A hearty vegetable soup
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Taco Soup Recipe
Taco Soup Recipe Tacos are a traditional Mexican dish that is popularly known as a
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Bread Bowl Potato Soup Recipe
Bread Bowl Potato Soup Potato soup is a hearty meal in itself, rich and
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If you’re looking for other collections of dinner ideas & recipes outside of food type, be sure to check these out! You can find easily-created dinner ideas, healthy recipes and of course, the family favorite: Mama Shirley’s recipes. They are truly old-fashioned family meals!
Included as well are our most popular, pinned and “liked” recipes of all time. They’re the only recipe stash you’ll need on nights you want dinner ideas…fast. With a few ingredients, a homemade dinner is easy.

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Continue readingPepper and Sausage Calzones Recipe
Pepper and Sausage Calzones Ingredients: 1 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed 1 cup
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Pepperoni Pizza Supreme Ingredients: 1 prebaked 12 inch thin pizza crust 1 can (8 ounces)
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15 Super Easy Family Dinner Ideas Recipe
These are the perfect weeknight family dinners. They're the most popular of our quick and
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12 Simple Savory Dinners Recipe
Stovetop Lasagna A classic Italian dish made fast and easy on the stovetop.
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These are the kids favorites, meals that adults love too. Your next dinner idea doesn’t have to be something complicated, or something you’d ever order from a restaurant.
There’s sometimes a certain comfort to just eating what you loved as a child, and introducing your children to it as well. Only every once in a while of course!

Corn Dog Recipe
Corn Dog Recipe Who doesn’t love a corn dog? The crisp batter…the tender meat on
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Pepperoni Chicken and Spaghetti Recipe
Pepperoni Chicken and Spaghetti This recipe has the best of both worlds, pizza and chicken.
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Crunchy Ranch Chicken Tenders with Cheese Fries Recipe
Crunchy Ranch Chicken Tenders with Cheese Fries This is one of the all-time kid's favorite
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Sloppy Joe Recipe
[addtoany] Sloppy Joe’s are kind of like a hamburger, but it’s what makes them sloppy
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Philly Steak Sandwiches Recipe
Philly Steak Sandwiches Crispy Onion Rings Philly cheesesteaks have as many variations as there are
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Mom’s Famous Fish Sticks Recipe
Mom's Famous Fish Sticks Garlic Buttered Egg Noodles Fish sticks are the only way a
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One of the hardest things about following a low carb diet is incorporating it into your family dinnertime. Well, we’ve gathered 55 low carb dinner ideas just for you. ‘
And if you want to go in a completely different direction, dinner can be hand held and fun when you make it in a muffin tin. Because they’re so portable, they’re fantastic for lunches too. We also tested each recipe in double batches for the big eaters in the family and they all made a very hearty dinner.
Lastly, chicken can be a dowdy dinner companion. Give boring chicken a tantalizing makeover with these 10 recipes we’ve included for you.

Low Carb Dinner Ideas
55 Low Carb Family Friendly Dinner Ideas One of the hardest things about following a
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10 Muffin Pan Dinner Recipes
10 Muffin Pan Recipes for Dinner Dinner can be hand held and fun when you
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10 Deliciously Easy Ways to Make Chicken Recipe
10 Deliciously Easy Ways to Make Chicken Chicken doesn't have to be boring or complicated.
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Easy one dish dinners the entire family will love.
Casserole Recipes
Fresh, easy crock pot dinners.
Crock Pot Recipes
Great dinners from the grill all year.
Barbecue Recipes
Home cooking in a flash.
Freezer Cooking Meals
Every meal shines with our family favorite side dishes.
Easy Sides
These are all the best sweet endings to the perfect meal.
Dessert Ideas
Easy Family Dinners
Our most popular dinner recipes over the last 14 years.
Healthy Dinner Meal Plans
Use the free 8 weeks of healthy weekly meal plans we put together, along with our Healthy Recipes section for an easy way to plan your family’s dinners.
Even your picky eaters will enjoy these delicious dinners while getting nutritious meals at the same time.
8 Weeks of Healthy Dinners
Whether you don’t like to cook or don’t have the time, you can have flavorful dinners with easy to find ingredients.
12 Simple Savory Dinners
Elegant Entrees
These are the memorable recipes for those special occasions. An anniversay, birthday or maybe just a date night without the kids…any one of these dishes will help make your evening a night to remember. From Simmering Scampi to Sizzling Steak, your luxurious feast awaits.
A Meal to Remember
16 Shrimp Dinners
Shrimp is versatile, healthy, and absolutely delicious. Try it with one of our 16 recipes to add variety and superb flavor to this wonderful main dish.
From scampi to slow cooker, you’ll find the perfect way to make and enjoy this seafood favorite.
16 Dinner Recipes with Shrimp
Chicken can be a dowdy dinner companion. Give boring chicken a tantalizing makeover with these 10 recipes.
10 Easy Chicken Favorites
Buttermilk Biscuits
Creamy Scalloped Potatoes
Southern Fried Chicken
Shirley’s Chocolate Cake
Easy Dinner Recipes & Meal Plan Favorites
Easy Family Dinner Ideas
Crispy Baked Pork Tenderloin
Easy Family Dinner Ideas
Philly Cheesesteaks
Easy Family Dinner Ideas
Scalloped Potatoes and Ham
Easy Family Dinner Ideas
Baked Spaghetti
Easy Family Dinner Ideas
Spicy Shrimp and Broccoli
Easy Family Dinner Ideas
Honey Glazed Ham
Easy Family Dinner Ideas
Crockpot Burgundy Beef
Easy Family Dinner Ideas
Penne in Vodka Sauce
Easy Family Dinner Ideas
Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu
Easy Family Dinner Ideas
Easy Chicken Stroganoff
Easy Family Dinner Ideas
Italian Sausage & Peppers
Easy Family Dinner Ideas
Biscuit Pizza
Easy Family Dinner Ideas
Classic Tater Tot Casserole
Easy Family Dinner Ideas
Parmesan Chicken and Rice
Easy Family Dinner Ideas
Crispy Coated Butter Chicken
Easy Family Dinner Ideas
Chili Coke Roast
55 Low Carb Dinners
One of the hardest things about following a low carb diet is incorporating it into your family dinnertime. We gathered 55 of the best family-friendly low carb dinners from around the web along with a few of our own.
You don’t have to give up family mealtime, and you don’t need to cook different meals to follow a low carb plan. These are delicious recipes the entire family will love.
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The question is heard in every household nearly every day…what’s for dinner? And though this question is one that is asked commonly, the answer might not be so simple. If you are a busy parent who is responsible for putting food on your family’s table every night, finding a meal that is healthy, relatively easy to make and that will please all your family members can be trickier than it seems.
Moms Who Think knows how hard it is to come up with meals to feed your family every night. That’s why we provide our readers with a vast Dinner Ideas and Recipes section.
When it comes to dinner ideas, the possibilities are endless. You can choose a meal based on the ingredients you want to use or the way you would like to prepare your meal. Our dinner ideas are divided into categories like Healthy Recipes, Freezer Cooking Recipes, Chicken Recipes, Easy Recipes and more.
Once you decide what type of vibe you are going for, you can explore the recipes we have in each category. Some delectable options include our African Chicken, our 30 Minute Mexican Lasagna, our Baked Potato Soup and more. Each recipe lets you know exactly what ingredients you will need and provides step by step directions that are sure to help you prepare your meal successfully.
So, the next time your family asks you what’s for dinner, don’t stress. Just look at Moms Who Think for easy recipes you can prepare to bring variety to your table every night.

Cheesecake Recipe Chocolate Chip Cheesecake
Updated:Cheesecake Recipe A very smooth and creamy cheesecake recipe with a hint of chocolate. Complete decadence in a slice, and easy to make! Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Ingredients: 1 cup chocolate wafer crumbs24 oz. cream cheese, softened3 Tablespoons butter, melted3/4 cup sugar3 large eggs1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup sour cream1/2 cup heavy cream1 cup mini semi-sweet […]
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Cheesecake Recipe Cookies and Cream
Updated:Cookies and Cream Cheesecake Recipe This is a tasty variation of the traditional cheesecake recipe, it adds the creamy chocolaty goodness of cookies and cream. It’s the best of both sweet worlds. Cookies and Cream Cheesecake Ingredients: Crust: 6 Tablespoons butter, softened2 cups (about 24) chocolate cream-filled cookies, finely crushed Filling: 1 envelope unflavored gelatin1/4 […]
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Cheesecake Recipe
Updated:Cheesecake Recipe Cheesecake is a decadent, rich, exquisite dessert. It is the Cadillac of desserts, smooth and creamy and totally unforgettable if made right. The following cheesecake recipes are the best cheesecake recipes around, the ones that have been shared between generations, families, and friends. You can’t go wrong with any one of these cheesecake […]
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Easy Cheesecake Recipe
Updated:These two recipes are easy cheesecake recipes that take minutes to make, but taste like you worked hard to create this delicious dessert! Cheesecake Recipes List If you enjoyed these two recipes, make sure to check out our other cheesecake recipes for more ideas! Simple Cheesecake Recipe #1 Cheesecake is a rich, delicious dessert that […]
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New York Cheesecake Recipe
Updated:New York Cheesecake Recipe Many of us have heard of New York Cheesecake and may believe the dessert originated in the city. However, the truth is, it originated many years before New York was ever even a city in a far away country called Greece. Legend has it that after being created on the island […]
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Low Carb Cheesecake Recipe
Updated:Low Carb Cheesecake Recipe Cheesecake is a delicious recipe we all like to enjoy every once in a while. The problem is that most recipes are high in carbohydrates. While not all carbs are bad for you, refined carbs are linked to many diseases like obesity, heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Refined carbs are […]
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Mini Cheesecake Recipe
Updated:Mini Cheesecake Recipe This mini cheesecake recipe has all the flavor of a full size cheesecake packed into individual cheesecakes with the added bonus of chocolate. These are great for parties. Mini Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecakes Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups vanilla wafer cookies, finely crushed 1/2 cup melted butter 1/3 cup sugar1 package (8 oz) cream […]
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Cherry Cheesecake Recipe
Updated:Cherry Cheesecake Recipe When we think of cheesecake varieties, cherry has to be one of the most popular. This is with good reason as there is something about how the slightly tangy flavor of the cherry works with the creamy, smooth taste and texture of the cheesecake. And let’s not even talk about how the […]
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No Bake Cheesecake Recipe
Updated:These are two wonderful no bake cheesecake recipes. One is very simple but doesn’t lack amazing flavor, the other is a bit richer and topped with fruit. No Bake Cheesecake #1 A no bake cheesecake recipe that has all the flavor of the more difficult recipes. This is an easy dessert you’ll love! Ingredients: 1 graham […]
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Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe
Updated:Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe This heavenly smooth and decadent chocolate cheesecake recipe is the combination of two of life’s greatest pleasures; chocolate and cheesecake. It is definitely not a recipe to make once a year, this is a well-deserved indulgence on a regular basis! Chocolate Cheesecake Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups chocolate wafer cookies, crushed3 Tablespoons butter1 […]
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Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe
Updated:Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe A pumpkin cheesecake recipe that has just the right amount of cinnamon to give it a wonderful spiced taste. Pumpkin cheesecake is perfect for a different type of Thanksgiving dessert, or any time you want a smooth, creamy cheesecake with lots of flavor. Pumpkin Cheesecake Ingredients: Crust: 1 cup graham cracker crumbs1/2 […]
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Lemon Cheesecake Recipe
Updated:Lemon Cheesecake Recipe A tart and tantalizing lemon cheesecake recipe that combines the zing of lemon with the sweetness of cheesecake. This gets rave reviews from friends and family, it is a delicious dessert you’re sure to love! Lemon Cheesecake Ingredients: 2 cups graham cracker crumbs 2 Tablespoons sugar 6 Tablespoons butter, melted 6 ounce […]
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Baked Cheesecake Recipe
Updated:Baked Cheesecake Recipe Though many of us think of cheesecake as being a dessert served cold, there are baked forms of cheesecakes as well. Although both versions can be delicious, many associate unbaked cheesecakes with lazy cooking. They also prefer baked cheesecakes because they tend to be made with more healthy ingredients. When making […]
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Turtle Cheesecake Recipe
Updated:One reason cheesecake is so terrific is that it can be mixed with any number of flavors to make it a delicious dessert anyone will love. One popular type of cheesecake is turtle cheesecake. When we think of turtle cheesecake, we think of anything that is flavored with chocolate, caramel, and nuts. But why name […]
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Strawberry Cheesecake Recipe
Updated:Strawberry Cheesecake Recipe These are our favorite Strawberry Cheesecake recipes to delight the cheesecake lovers everywhere! The first recipe is a tasty Strawberry Cheesecake recipe made from scratch with succulent strawberries as the topping. This cheesecake will earn praise from both cheesecake lovers and strawberry fans alike. It’s smooth and rich perfection! Strawberry Cheesecake Recipe Ingredients: […]
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New York Style Cheesecake Recipe
Updated:Many of us have heard of New York Cheesecake and may believe the dessert originated in the city. However, the truth is, it originated many years before New York was ever even a city in a far away country called Greece. Legend has it that after being created on the island of Samos, it was […]
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Bread Pudding Recipe
Updated:Bread pudding is a bread based dessert that is popular in many countries. Though different countries tend to vary their flavorings and ingredients, the basic ingredients include stale bread, milk or cream, eggs and oil or butter. Other ingredients will depend on whether the bread is meant to be sweet or savory but popular additions […]
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Rice Pudding Recipe
Updated:Rice Pudding Recipe Rice pudding is an old-fashioned dish that has since come back into vogue. Originating in the late 1300’s, it was mainly found in royal kitchens only as rice was an expensive import back then. The original rice puddings weren’t so sweet and were more of a risotto made with ingredients like saffron, […]
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Easy Apple Pie Recipe
Updated:You may have heard the expression, ‘as easy as apple pie’. But is apple pie actually easy to make? It is when you follow this delicious recipe. Our recipe starts with a premade pie crust. Then, just mix all the ingredients and fill the crust for a great dessert. Now, of course, many of you […]
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Easy Boneless Chicken Recipe
Updated:Easy Boneless Chicken Recipe This is an easy boneless chicken recipe that calls for basic ingredients. This recipe is easy to make but packed with flavor. Serve with rice and a salad for an easy dinner. Depending on your family’s preferences, you can omit the pepper flakes to avoid any hint of a spicy flavor. […]
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Easy French Toast Recipe
Updated:French Toast Recipe Do you wonder where French toast comes from? Do you wonder if it’s even French? We’re not exactly sure where French toast originated, but before it was ever called ‘French toast’ similar recipes were being whipped up all over the world with one of the earliest recipes being traced back to the […]
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Easy Casserole Recipe
Updated:Easy Casserole Recipe A good easy casserole recipe makes the perfect dinner, a one dish supper to gather the family around the table with. Casseroles are especially great when you want a home cooked meal that won’t take a lot of time to prepare. Casserole recipes vary greatly because of the many different ingredients used […]
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Easy Chicken Salad Recipe
Updated:Easy Chicken Salad Recipe This is an easy chicken salad recipe that can be spiced up by adding jalepeno or pickle. Serve on crusty rolls with lettuce for a tasty lunch. You can also serve this on a bed of lettuce with hard boiled egg as a garnish for a low carb lunch alternative. If […]
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Meringue Cookie Recipe
Updated:Chocolate Meringue Cookie Recipe This meringue cookie recipe adds the flavor of chocolate to the delicate puff of a meringue cookie. Chocolate Meringue Star Cookies Ingredients 3 egg whites1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar2/3 cup sugar2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon baking cocoa1/3 cup (about) ground walnuts Directions 1. Heat oven to 275 degrees F. Cover […]
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