35 Back To School Recipes to Make For Dinner This Week

Back To School Recipes – Back to school is almost upon as again and it’s time to think about easy weeknight meals that won’t take long to prepare. Add these healthy kid friendly dinner recipes to the menu this week!

All of these kid friendly dinners are easy to make, easy to pack, and your little ones will love obsess over them! When it’s time to go back to school, it comes with all things busy weeks and tons of activities. Then, you won’t be able to spend so much time in the kitchen to prepare healthy dinner for your family. This ultimate list with kid-friendly back to school recipes will quickly become your new favorite way to get some inspiration for yummy, easy and simple weeknight meals.

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35 KID-FRIENDLY BACK TO SCHOOL DINNER RECIPES TO MAKE ALL WEEK LONG

BEEF TAQUITOS

Beef Taquitos – Craving Mexican food? Make these easy taquitos made with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, salsa, and baked to crispy perfection! Perfect dinner option for busy weeknights!

CREAMY BEEF AND SHELLS

Creamy Beef and Shells is a delicious family-friendly meal that’s sure to be a hit! Everyone will love the creamy, cheesy sauce with ground beef and your favorite pasta shells.

MEATBALL PARMESAN

Meatball parmesan is a hearty, Italian dish that goes great over noodles or served as a sub sandwich. The homemade meatballs are full of flavor, smothered in sauce and coated with melted cheese, then baked in the oven.

TACO CHILI

Taco Chili – is a quick, easy and filling Chili recipe that makes the perfect comfort food. Try your taco night in chili form this week with this hearty Taco Chili topped with your favorite taco toppings.

MEATBALL PASTA BAKE

This easy-to-make Meatball Pasta Bake is entirely cooked in the oven, including the pasta! Make with frozen meatballs, mozzarella cheese, penne pasta, and your favorite marinara sauce.

GROUND BEEF FAJITAS

Ground beef fajitas are a quick and easy dinner option perfect for busy weeknights. With simple ingredients and minimal prep, you’ll have a delicious meal on the table in no time.

MINI CHICKEN POT PIES

Prepare to indulge in comfort food heaven with these irresistible Mini Chicken Pot Pies! Easy back to school recipes idea kids will love!

WHITE CHICKEN ENCHILADAS

This easy White Chicken Enchiladas recipe has soft tortillas filled with tender cheesy chicken covered with a creamy enchilada sauce. You will love this dinner recipe with a double helping of cheese that adds to the richness and flavor of this comforting popular dish.

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. You will love how easy this is to get dinner on the table in 30 minutes.

HAMBURGER STEAK WITH MUSHROOM GRAVY

Dive into the cozy classic Hamburger Steak with Mushroom Gravy. It’s a game-changer for turning dinner into a gourmet feast right from your kitchen for the whole family. This recipe brings together juicy hamburger steak and rich, creamy mushroom gravy for a flavor combo that’s super satisfying and surprisingly easy to whip up.

TACO SPAGHETTI

This irresistible One-Pot Taco Spaghetti Recipe fuses the classic flavors of tacos with the convenience and texture of Italian spaghetti noodles for an easy and delicious weeknight dinner. Ready in just 30 minutes!

AMERICAN GOULASH

American Goulash is an easy, one-pot, classic comfort food made with ground beef, tomatoes, and macaroni noodles. Enjoy year-round, and delicious leftover, this irresistible Goulash Recipe is guaranteed to win over even the pickiest eaters!

STUFFED ZUCCHINI BOATS

Stuffed Zucchini Boats, a delicious and satisfying low-carb meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with flavor and nutrients, this dish comes together in just five minutes of prep time and cooks in under 30 minutes.

CHICKEN TERIYAKI MEATBALLS

Chicken Teriyaki Meatballs are so easy to make using a seasoned ground chicken mixture and then simmered in a homemade sweet and savory sauce. Serve over rice for a super simple 30 minute meal.

CHICKEN BROCCOLI ALFREDO BAKE

A flavorful and easy pasta dish, this Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Bake is the solution to comfort food any night of the week. This recipe comes together quickly, using all your favorite ingredients!

CHICKEN AND CHORIZO TRAY BAKE

Prepare this Chicken and Chorizo Tray Bake in under 10 minutes and then sit back and let the oven do all the hard work. Minimal effort with high returns!

AIR FRYER FISH FINGERS

Air fryer fish fingers are the ultimate in crispy, golden deliciousness, cooked to perfection right in your air fryer. Who doesn’t love a good fish finger? 

CREAMY TUSCAN CHICKEN PASTA

Enjoy this delicious Creamy Tuscan chicken pasta recipe for lunch or dinner any day of the week.

SHEET PAN CHICKEN THIGHS DINNER

This quick sheet pan chicken thighs dinner recipe makes a delicious and healthy 30 minute meal. You’ll love this baked chicken thighs recipe!

BIG MAC TACOS

Although these Big Mac tacos are based on a virtual TikTok trend, they’re here to stay! These small, bite-sized tacos cook up in just a few minutes in a hot pan. Add a slice of cheese, your favorite toppings, and a drizzle of homemade burger sauce to make them taste just like a Big Mac burger with a healthier spin!

CHEESY CHICKEN CRESCENT ROLLS

These Cheesy Chicken Crescent Rolls require only a few simple ingredients and are packed with flavor! Each crescent roll is stuffed with shredded chicken, cheese, and seasonings!

PIZZA CASSEROLE

Bubble Up Pizza Casserole is a quick and easy meal option using refrigerated biscuit pieces, pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, and your favorite pizza toppings! One of the best back to school recipes ever!

RAVIOLI LASAGNA CASSEROLE

This Ravioli Lasagna recipe is made with layers of frozen cheese ravioli in place of the usual lasagna noodles. It’s a delicious and easy alternative to a traditional lasagna and makes the perfect easy weeknight meal!

BUFFALO CHICKEN TACOS

Combine your taco and wing nights with these Buffalo Chicken Tacos. Make a flavorful dinner the whole family will love.

WALKING TACOS

Change up your Taco Tuesday routine with these walking tacos. Seasoned ground beef filling, fresh veggies and your favorite condiments, like sour cream and salsa, are prepared and eaten straight out of a bag of Doritos!

BAKED SPAGHETTI CASSEROLE

Revamp boring spaghetti by baking it in a deep dish filled with delicious cheeses, savory meats, and a flavorful red sauce. An easy weeknight dinner!

SHEET PAN NACHOS

Sheet pan nachos are the easiest way to make nachos for a crowd! This simple but tasty recipe takes less than 30 minutes to make. The perfect weeknight back to school dinner!

CHEESEBURGER MACARONI

Cheesy hamburger macaroni recipe makes easy, cheeseburger mac in about 30 minutes. This one-pot dish couldn’t be easier!

CHICKEN CHEESY MACARONI CASSEROLE

Cheesy Chicken Macaroni Casserole is a protein-rich dinner with cheesy goodness perfect for picky eaters. Make this easy family meal with all the comfort of cheesy pasta but with the added benefit of lean protein.

VEGGIE PESTO PASTA WITH CHICKEN

Chicken Pesto Pasta with Veggies is a well-rounded meal that comes together in 30 minutes, thanks to smart tricks that streamline the cooking process.

TACO SOUP

A fiesta of flavors, this Creamy Taco Soup is so easy to make! It’s naturally gluten-free and you’ll find my dairy-free options below as well. This soup comes together with a few minutes of prep work, then it simmers away on the stove while you prep any toppings you’d like. 

TACO BOWLS

Easy to make, these Taco Bowls with American-style flavors can customized for endless combinations. They’re a simple weeknight kind of recipe that the whole family will love.

BIG MAC CASSEROLE WITH TATER TOTS

Dive into the comfort of a Big Mac Casserole recipe, where all the beloved flavors of the iconic burger are transformed into a cheesy, oven-baked delight. This recipe is a game-changer for gatherings, offering a familiar taste in an irresistible, shareable form.

OLD FASHIONED CHICKEN NOODLE CASSEROLE

The Old Fashioned Chicken and Egg Noodles Casserole is a comforting, hearty chicken casserole that’s perfect for cozy family dinners or chilly evening gatherings. 

MEXICAN BEEF AND RICE CASSEROLE

Mexican Beef And Rice Casserole is an easy, cheesy, delicious ground beef skillet dinner loaded with Mexican beefy taco flavor that your whole family will love!