If your family is like most, you’re constantly on the go, moving in different directions and struggling to find time for those crucial family dinners. So, when you do have the opportunity to sit down together as a family, you want to make the most of it. You want something that’s easy to make, but also nutritious and delicious.  

 

Here are four healthy and easy dinner ideas for families: 

Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry

For a more personalized approach on Chinese takeout, try this chicken and veggie stir-fry recipe for your next family dinner. Packed with protein from the chicken and healthy vitamins and minerals from your favorite veggies, this dinner is as nutritious as it is tasty. Classic Chinese ingredients like ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and soy sauce make it a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that the whole family will love. 

Black Bean Burgers

Burger night is sure to be a hit in your household. If you want to keep it healthy, opt for this black bean burger recipe. By using binding ingredients like breadcrumbs, eggs, and ketchup, these burger patties hold their shape and are never mushy. And you can bake or grill the patties, depending on your preference. Then, simply top with your favorite burger additions on whatever bun you like best, and you have a delicious meal for adults and kids alike. 

Lightened Mac-n-Cheese

Who doesn’t love mac and cheese? Unfortunately, it’s not one of the healthiest options for family dinner. But that’s where this lightened mac-n-cheese recipe comes in. By using skim milk, low-fat cheeses, and sour cream rather than heavy cream and crazy amounts of butter, you get all the tastiness of the mac and cheese you love without the excess fat and calories. And it’s sure to be a hit with the kids. Get the recipe here.  

Sheet Pan Fajitas

These simple and delicious sheet pan fajitas come together in a half hour or less. Opt for juicy chicken breast or delicious steak, depending on your preference, or include both to satisfy every family member’s cravings. Include delicious veggies like onions and peppers, and add in avocado, sour cream, and salsa for that extra-special touch. See the recipe here.  

Make Your Next Family Dinner a Hit

Fast, easy, delicious dinners that every member of the family will appreciate—that’s what you’re looking for when it comes to healthy dinner recipes. Try out the above options for your next family dinner and wait for the compliments to roll in.