Hey there! Being a parent can be tough, right? After a busy day full of cleaning, work, and driving, cooking dinner may be the last thing you want to do. But, of course, you still want your family to enjoy a healthy meal. Don't worry, we've got you covered! Even when you're not in the mood for cooking, you can still whip up a tasty meal that your family will love. Here are a few meal ideas for busy parents that will make dinner time a breeze!
Instant Pot Pork Carnitas
When in doubt turn to the instant pot!! These Instant Pot Pork Carnitas are a family favorite. You can easily make a few different meals with the recipe. Easily throw together Pork Carnitas Bowls or simply enjoy them on a tortilla with fresh cilantro, onion, and lime. They are also delicious on a bed of cilantro lime rice with a side of refried beans. You won't be disappointed.
Breakfast for Dinner
If parents avoid certain breakfast items, it is quite easy to serve breakfast for dinner. Whip up a batch of sheet pan pancakes and while that bakes make some scrambled eggs. It doesn't have to be complicated to be delicious, it just has to be easy. We also love doing breakfast hash on a sheet pan, it makes for easy cleanup and tastes delicious.
Taco Salad
Salad is perhaps the easiest no-cook dinner out there. With a few simple ingredients, you can throw a taco salad together in 15 minutes! If you're doing meal prep you can easily get most of the ingredients ready on the weekend by prepping:
- shred your lettuce and store in the fridge, I usually put it in a Ziploc bag with a piece of paper towel to keep it fresh
- cook your taco meat
- grate the cheese
Slow Cooker Ravioli Lasagna
I can't keep this one a secret because it is simple and delicious! With a handful of ingredients, you can come home to a hearty meal that's packed full of flavor. The best part is you can use pre-shredded cheese, frozen ravioli, and your favorite pasta sauce to make it any day of the week. Pair it with a pre-made caesar salad and garlic bread and your family will be raving about it for weeks.
Dinner can be quick and easy without sacrificing flavor. These simple ideas are perfect for busy families.
