The school year is in motion and getting dinner on the table every weeknight is sometimes hard to ace. If you’re looking for some EASY, kid-approved staples, Austin Moms has done the work for you. Grab the air fryers, crockpots and casseroles {oh my!} for these 25+ Weeknight Recipes your Family has to Try! Enjoy!
Crockpot Queen
Easy Cheesy Crockpot Chicken Corn Chili: Seriously perfect for chilly (do we know her?) Fall nights and football season.
Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken: Four ingredients in the crock pot and your job is pretty much done. The entire fam can enjoy this chicken depending on the mood: salads, sammies, over broccoli? Do it up!
Crockpot Chicken Tikka Masala: Truly a symphony of flava FLAVS. The whole family loves this creamy butter chicken–I bet yours will, too!
Crockpot Cowboy Casserole: Giddy up, baby. Beef, potatoes, beans, onions and cheeeeeeese, please!
The BEST Pot Roast EVER: You’re just five ingredients away from the best pot roast you’ve ever fed your family.
Make in 30 Minutes or Less
Kielbasa, Pepper, Onion and Potato Hash: This will become a quick favorite because it’s so versatile. Throw eggs and cheese in the leftovers the next morning–BOOM! Another meal.
One Pot Sausage Pasta Recipe: ONE. PAN. Say no more! This super comforting meal can be tossed together QUICK without dirtying every dish you own.
Pasta Carbonara: Simple ingredients, big flavor, always a fan fave! If you’re short on time you can totally throw this together in between practices.
Authentic 4-Ingredient Fettuccine Alfredo: You had me at *4-ingredient* This is so easy and delicious! Kids love it and it’s REAL food. PLUS, supposedly parmesan is high in protein–let’s go!!
Rigatoni Pitti(ish): Inspired by one of NYC’s most delish dishes, this pasta can be whipped up quick, customized, and enjoyed by the whole fam.
Sausage with Peppers and Pasta: I’ve made this recipe with pasta, rice and zucchini spirals. All 5 stars!
Air Fryer
Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks: Less than 10 minutes of prep time and a crispy, juicy, pay-off! WIN!
Air Fryer Pepperoni Pizzas: You have a pizza parlor in your kitchen and you didn’t even know it! The toppings definitely don’t have to stop at pepperoni…have some fun with it!
Air Fryer Fish Tacos: Is there anything better than Taco Night? Crisp these up in minutes and get them on the table in between activities.
Air Fryer Chicken Strips: Chicken Strips are a love language in this house. This recipe is GOLDEN for many reasons.
Casseroles & Bakes
Lazy Lasagna: Lazy and tasty? Count me IN! Just three ingredients but feel free to go crazy and layer in your faves.
Easy Chicken and Bean Bake: This one is totally make-ahead friendly and you only need ONE dish. No need to rage clean after a long day of playing Mom Uber!
Beef Noodle Casserole: Make this one in advance and toss in the oven right before school let’s out. Hot and ready before running to practice!
Chicken Parmesan Casserole: My kids go cray for chicken parm. I go cray for recipes my kids will actually eat. We all win with this one.
Crowd Faves
Cheeseburger Slider: I’m voted Most Likely to Try Any Recipe that involves Hawaiian or Dinner Rolls. So I definitely tried THESE! A classic with a twist. Great for tiny hands, big parties, and meal prep!
Lasagna Soup: Tastes pretty much exactly like a warm hug. Go ahead, try it.
BBQ Chicken Quesadillas: Another homerun for a big group. If you have the components on-hand, you can throw these together in less than 10 minutes. Gooey goodness!
Let’s end on a sweet note…check out these 5 must-make cookie recipes!
