Easy Meal Ideas the Whole Family Will Love

In a dinner rut? These quick, easy-to-follow recipes will definitely do the trick.

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February 11, 2025

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Make Meals Easy with These 20 Dishes

Whether you don't have much time to cook, you're still honing in on your culinary skills, or you just want some inspiration for tomorrow night's dinner, these recipes will help you out. From simple pastas and skillet meals to quick variations on family favorites, you'll have plenty of dishes to choose from — including some from Cooking with Just Christine! So, which recipe are you going to cook up first?

Christine Brown's Beef Pot Pie Recipe

Sister Wives’ Christine Brown makes a homemade beef pot pie that is super savory and makes for an easy family meal. Get inspired by her delicious recipe, featured on Cooking with Just Christine, HERE.

Christine Brown's Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

Who doesn’t enjoy chicken noodle soup? This recipe has been handed down in Christine’s family for generations — and now, you can make it at home too! Click HERE for the full recipe.

Christine Brown's White Lasagna

Christine’s creamy, cheesy white lasagna will be a total crowd pleaser at your next family dinner. Get the step-by-step guide HERE.

Buffalo Chicken Enchiladas

Traditional enchiladas are scurmptious, but why not try out a differnt version? Follow THIS RECIPE for a yummy 30-minute meal.

Skillet Chicken Tortellini Alfredo

Skip the extra steps by cooking frozen, store-bought tortellini. Create a tortellini Alfredo dish your family will love with THIS RECIPE.

Turkey Chili

Looking for a quick, cozy meal that’s full of flavor and easy to make? Turkey chili is the answer! Get cookin’ with THIS RECIPE.

Chicken Summer Rolls

Light, yet hearty! Filling Vietnamese-style rolls with rice instead of the usual noodles can make them extra filling. Use THIS RECIPE as your guide.

Instant Pot Pizza Frittata

Looking for a fun, new Instant Pot meal to make? Give a pizza-frittata mashup a try! Try out THIS RECIPE and go from the kitchen to the table in just 20 minutes.

Turkey Pad Thai

Put leftover turkey to good use by adding it to an easy pad thai recipe. Try THIS RECIPE to create your family’s next feast.

Salmon and Rice Bowl

Combine seasoned rice, salmon, and veggies in an Instant Pot for a quick and oh, so satisfying lunch or dinner. THIS RECIPE will help you whip it up.

Skillet Chicken Parmesan

There are so many delicious dishes you can cook in your trusty skillet. Try making skillet chicken parm for your next Sunday dinner. THIS RECIPE will tell you how to create it in just 16 minutes.

Pork Tenderloin with Seasoned Rub

No-fuss pork tenderloin is just what you need to feed the whole family. Try your hand at the dish using THIS RECIPE.

Salmon with Garlic Potatoes and Greens

Your Instant Pot will save you tons of time on a tasty salmon dinner. Follow THIS RECIPE to serve your family a simple and savory meal in just 30 minutes.

Lemony Shrimp Scampi Pasta

Shrimp scampi will leave everyone satisfied. Check out THIS RECIPE for an extra zesty version of the dish.

Tofu and Vegetable Stir-Fry

When you're short on time, a flavorful stir-fry is a great option. THIS RECIPE is so quick, easy, and bold, you may want to make it every single week!

Italian Meatball Skewers

Take a shortcut with frozen meatballs and add all the fixings of an Italian sub. Follow along with THIS RECIPE and make a skewer dinner your family will certainly appreciate.

Hummus and Grilled Vegetable Wrap

Freshly grilled vegetables and savory hummus make for a quick and simple meal idea. THIS RECIPE may become your new go-to dish for lunch or dinner!

Steak Frites With Herb Mustard

Steak dinner made easy? Yes, please! THIS RECIPE adds a touch of mustard, giving it a unique and delicious flavor.

Barbecued Chinese Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Replace traditional wraps with extra veggies for a fresh meal you can feel good about. The garlic and ginger in THIS RECIPE pack a punch.

Penne alla Vodka

You can never go wrong with good ol' penne vodka. With THIS RECIPE, you're only 25 minutes away from mouth-watering, restaurant-worthy pasta that even the picky eaters will love.

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