Finding quick and easy dinners that kids will actually eat can be a challenge. These 21 dump-and-bake recipes are perfect for busy families, allowing you to throw everything together in one dish and let the oven do the work. From cheesy pasta to hearty casseroles, these meals are sure to please everyone at the table.
Baked Chicken Drumsticks & Veggies
This sheet-pan dinner is perfect for quick weeknight meals. With just a little chopping to begin, you end up with a delicious mix of chicken, veggies, and plenty of sauce all cooked together.
No-Boil Ravioli Casserole
This dish is incredibly easy to prepare. With just four ingredients and some ready-made items, you can have it ready in 5 minutes and on the table in under 40.
Cheesy Beans on Toasted Garlic Bread
Dinner can be ready in just 20 minutes with only a few ingredients. These cheesy beans are baked in tasty marinara sauce and topped with gooey mozzarella, making a great meal when paired with garlic bread.
Cheese Tortellini Bake
The Cheesy Vegetarian Tortellini Bake is a simple meal that comes together in just 20 minutes with fewer than 10 ingredients, all in one pan. It's a great option for busy weeknights when you want a filling dinner without spending too much time in the kitchen.
Sheet Pan Gnocchi With Bacon & Mushrooms
This easy meal comes together with just 8 ingredients, perfect for a tasty dinner any night. Featuring tender gnocchi, crispy bacon, hearty mushrooms, and crunchy pine nuts, this dish is packed with flavor and is sure to be a hit.
Southwest Chicken Casserole
Southwest Chicken Casserole is a filling dish that combines juicy chicken, zesty spices, and gooey cheese all in one pan. With easy prep and a delicious mix of salsa Verde, black beans, and southwest seasoning, this meal is perfect for busy weeknights and sure to please everyone at the table.
Roasted Lemon-Rosemary Chicken and Cauliflower
One-pan roasted lemon-rosemary chicken with cauliflower is full of flavor and simple to prepare. This is a good dinner for busy weeknights when you want something tasty without much effort.
Ricotta Spinach Tortellini Bake
Make this delicious tortellini bake in under 30 minutes, following just a few simple steps. It's loaded with two types of cheese and lots of spinach for a comforting, cheesy, dinner that's still full of good stuff. Perfect for weeknight dinners, or any time you need a quick meal!
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.
Sheet Pan Roast Pork Tenderloin with Potatoes
Sheet Pan Roast Pork Tenderloin with potatoes is an easy way to enjoy a delicious and healthy meal. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to impress at a gathering.
Baked Vegan Pasta
This creamy vegan pasta bake is simple to prepare and loaded with veggies. It's delicious whether served hot or cold!
Baked Chicken Thighs with Potatoes and Carrots
Baked Chicken Thighs with Potatoes and Carrots are easy to make and full of flavor. The chicken comes out juicy with a crispy skin, while roasting the vegetables brings out their natural sweetness.
Chicken Broccoli Rice Bake
This Chicken Broccoli Rice Bake is super simple to prepare and everything cooks together in one dish. It's a great option for a busy day when you want a hearty meal without much effort.
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are a great option when you're short on time and need to feed everyone. They're simple to prepare and will be ready to eat quickly.
Chicken Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Bake
This dish features cheesy chicken and pasta packed with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, creating a hearty meal that's simple to prepare. It's perfect for when you want something comforting without spending too much time in the kitchen.
Sheet Pan Chicken Stir Fry
Sheet Pan Chicken Stir Fry is a simple and delicious meal perfect for busy evenings. Just toss everything on a sheet pan, bake it, and enjoy a stress-free dinner with family.
4-Ingredient Lazy Lasagna
This lazy lasagna is super easy to prep in just a few minutes, and ready to eat in 35. With store bought shortcuts or homemade ingredients, this is an incredible dinner everyone loves.
Baked Lamb Chops & Veggies
This sheet pan meal is a simple way to enjoy lamb without the stress of overcooking it. The lamb chops cook in the flavorful juices from the vegetables, resulting in tender meat that's delicious.
Sausage Tray Bake
This sausage tray bake is packed with flavor and is really simple to prepare in just one pan. It's filled with veggies, potatoes, and gravy, making it a hearty meal.
Dump-and-Bake Mac & Cheese
Baked Mac and Cheese is super simple to prepare. In just 10 minutes of prep and 45 minutes in the oven, you can enjoy a delicious one-pan dish loaded with Cheddar and Gruyere cheese.
Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake
This dish features plenty of chicken and broccoli, making it a hearty meal that will fill you up. It's perfect for dinner and you'll likely have some leftovers to enjoy later.
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