When it comes to planning out dinner options for your family, the task can sometimes be a bit daunting — and expensive. If you want to make sure you have a variety of meals in rotation that are healthy and easy to make [1], kid-approved, and budget-friendly [2], we've got you covered. These 25 easy recipes all cost around $5 or less to prepare and feed more than a party of one. From dinner classics like chicken and veggies to comforting slow-cooker meals [3] and filling bakes, these meals will be approved by the whole family.
Slow-Cooker Whole Chicken
Get the recipe: slow-cooker whole chicken [5]
Easy Burrito Bowls
Get the recipe: easy burrito bowls [6]
Cacio e Pepe Pasta
Get the recipe: cacio e pepe pasta [7]
Slow-Cooker Beef With Broccoli
Get the recipe: slow-cooker beef with broccoli [8]
Chicken and Dumplings
Get the recipe: chicken and dumplings [9]
Easy Taco Soup
Get the recipe: easy taco soup [10]
Beef Noodle Casserole
Get the recipe: beef noodle casserole [11]
Sloppy Joes
Get the recipe: sloppy Joes [12]
Pizza Muffins
Get the recipe: pizza muffins [13]
Cheesy Chicken Crescent Bake
Get the recipe: cheesy chicken crescent bake [14]
Sheet-Pan Chicken and Veggies
Get the recipe: sheet-pan chicken and veggies [15]
One-Pan Chicken and Rice
Get the recipe: one-pan chicken and rice [16]
Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes
Get the recipe: garlic parmesan chicken and potatoes [17]
Slow-Cooker Barbecue Chicken Pasta
Get the recipe: slow-cooker barbecue chicken pasta [18]
Crockpot Tater Tot Casserole
Get the recipe: Crockpot tater tot casserole [19]
Oven-Fried Chicken Tenders
Get the recipe: oven-fried chicken tenders [20]
Easy Pizza Casserole
Get the recipe: easy pizza casserole [21]
Deluxe Pizza Burgers
Get the recipe: deluxe pizza burgers [22]
One-Pot Baked Ziti
Get the recipe: one-pot baked ziti [23]
Pasta Carbonara
Get the recipe: pasta carbonara [24]
Bacon-Wrapped Hot Dogs
Get the recipe: bacon-wrapped hot dogs [25]
Roasted Ratatouille With Spaghetti
Get the recipe: roasted ratatouille with spaghetti
Breakfast Quesadillas With Spinach and Black Beans
Get the recipe: breakfast quesadillas with spinach and black beans [26]
Tomato Soup With Grilled Cheese Croutons
Get the recipe: tomato soup with grilled cheese croutons [27]
Italian Mac and Cheese
Get the recipe: Italian mac and cheese [28]
