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    22 Family-Friendly Dump and Go Meals That Are a Super Easy to Make

    Published: Jun 14, 2025 by Emmeline Kemperyd · post_comments]

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    Finding easy meals that the whole family will enjoy can be a challenge, especially on busy days. These 22 dump and go meals are perfect for those times when you want something simple and satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. Just toss the ingredients together, let them cook, and enjoy a delicious meal with minimal effort.

    Crockpot Lasagna

    Crockpot Lasagna.
    Photo Credit: Little Sunny Kitchen.

    Crockpot lasagna combines ease with deliciousness. This cheesy and saucy dish is just as satisfying as a classic baked lasagna.

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    Baked Lamb Chops & Veggies

    Baked lamb chops with veggies.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    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.

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    Sheet Pan Gnocchi With Bacon & Mushrooms

    Gnocchi with bacon and mushrooms.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This simple 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, it's a dish that everyone will love.

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    Crockpot Chuck Roast

    Crockpot Chuck Roast.
    Photo Credit: Lemons & Zest.

    A big pot roast with hearty vegetables is always a comforting meal. This simple Crockpot Chuck Roast recipe only takes 5 minutes to prepare, and the slow cooking makes the meat incredibly tender.

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    Sheet Pan Roast Pork Tenderloin with Potatoes

    Sheet Pan Roast Pork Tenderloin with Potatoes.
    Photo Credit: Chew Out Loud.

    Sheet Pan Roast Pork Tenderloin with potatoes is a simple and delicious meal that's perfect for any night. It's easy to prepare and results in a tender and healthy dish that everyone will enjoy.

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    Slow Cooker Meatloaf and Baked Potatoes

    Slow Cooker Meatloaf and Baked Potatoes.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners when you need something filling and tasty. It's a great option for busy families looking for an easy meal that doesn't require much effort.

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    Gorgonzola Tortellini Casserole

    Gorgonzola tortellini casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This tortellini casserole is perfect for anyone who loves cheese and pasta. With a mix of two cheeses, a bit of tang from Gorgonzola, and a nice crunch from walnuts, it comes together in under 40 minutes.

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    Instant Pot Chicken & Potatoes

    Chicken and tomatoes.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Instant Pot Chicken and Potatoes is a flavorful meal that you can prepare in under 45 minutes. With a tasty tomato sauce made from fresh tomatoes, tomato paste, and oregano, this dish is perfect for busy nights.

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    No-Boil Ravioli Casserole

    Ravioli casserole.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    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.

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    Cheesy Tortellini Casserole

    Cheesy Tortellini Casserole
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish is simple, cheesy, and really tasty. It's the perfect comfort food for any day.

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    Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken

    Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken.
    Photo Credit: Our Love Language is Food.

    This slow cooker recipe is full of flavor and perfect for your family's dinner. It's an easy option that requires minimal effort, making it great for busy nights.

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    Instant Pot Chicken Stew

    Chicken stew.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Instant Pot Chicken Stew is super simple to prepare. Just spend 10 minutes getting it ready, then let the pot do the work, and you'll have a delicious, veggie-filled meal in less than 45 minutes.

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    Southwestern Stuffed Peppers with Cheese

    Southwestern Stuffed Peppers with Cheese.
    Photo Credit: Add Salt & Serve.

    Southwestern-style stuffed peppers with cheese are perfect for the slow cooker. Packed with beans, corn, tomatoes, and rice, these cheesy peppers are sure to be a hit.

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    Crock Pot Country Style Pork Ribs

    Slow cooker country style ribs served with mashed potatoes.
    Photo Credit: The Cheerful Cook.

    These fall-apart ribs are incredibly easy to make with just a few simple ingredients. It's a great dinner option when you're short on time.

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    Slow Cooker Shipwreck Stew

    Slow Cooker Shipwreck Stew.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This dish is filling and packed with flavor. With potatoes, beans, and ground beef, it's sure to please everyone.

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    Vegan Carrot Ginger Soup with Red Lentils

    Vegan Carrot Ginger Soup with Red Lentils
    Photo Credit:Hey Nutrition Lady.

    Vegan Carrot Ginger Soup is a healthy dish loaded with protein from red lentils. It's simple to prepare using an Instant Pot, Crockpot, or on the stove, with instructions for each method included.

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    Stuffed Pepper Casserole

    No Boil Stuffed Pepper Casserole on a baking dish.
    Photo Credit: Piper Cooks.

    This casserole is simple to prepare and doesn't require boiling anything. It combines bell peppers, navy beans, long-grain white rice, and a tasty tomato sauce with Italian spices.

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    Crockpot Beef Stroganoff

    Crockpot Beef Stroganoff.
    Photo Credit: Chew Out Loud.

    Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff is a tender and flavorful dish that's perfect for a busy weeknight. It's easy to prepare and tasty enough to impress your guests.

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    Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

    Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Quiche My Grits.

    This Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole is a simple and comforting dish that's perfect for any night. With just rice, broccoli, and rotisserie chicken topped with cheddar cheese, it's an easy one-pan meal that everyone will enjoy.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos

    Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos.
    Photo Credit: The Almond Eater.

    Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos are a simple and tasty dinner option. With just chicken breasts, jarred salsa, and some spices, you can whip up flavorful tacos that you can adjust to suit your taste.

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    Sheet Pan Jerk Chicken with Pineapple

    Sheet Pan Jerk Chicken with Pineapple.
    Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

    Sheet Pan Jerk Chicken with Pineapple combines spicy and sweet flavors that everyone will love. It's an easy dish to prepare in one pan, loaded with healthy vegetables.

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    Baked Chicken Drumsticks & Veggies

    Drumsticks and veggies.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This sheet-pan dinner is perfect for quick weeknight meals. With just a little chopping to begin, everything cooks together beautifully with chicken, veggies, and plenty of sauce in one pan.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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