I’ve promised myself time and time again that I would try to make dinner more often. I’m so bad at being on top of dinnertime, which usually results in deli sandwiches, or worse, eating out. Since the new year, I’ve been determined to turn to take out less.
One thing that’s helped out a lot is to have meals prepped ahead of time. Getting the hard work out of the way before my hectic week starts will help so much. But having a child provides one more obstacle to hurdle: will my son like these meals, too? Luckily, I’ve done the kid-testing for you: here are 20 make-ahead meals that my son loves…and your kids will love, too. Make ’em, then freeze or refrigerate until mealtime.
Happy cooking!
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Kid Approved Make Ahead Meals
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Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches
Get the full recipe over on Young Married Chic.
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Chicken Chili
Get the full recipe over on Young Married Chic.
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Cordon Bleu Bake
Get the full recipe over on Mel's Kitchen Cafe.
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Rotini with Ham
Get the full recipe over on BHG.
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Black Bean Pumpkin Chili
Get the full recipe over on Mel's Kitchen Cafe.
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Waffles and Cherry Sauce
Get the full recipe over on Eating Well.
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Chicken Parmesan Sandwiches
Get the full recipe over on BHG.
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Fiesta Casserole
Get the full recipe over on Kraft.
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Ham and Cheese Loaf
Get the full recipe over on Kraft.
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Rainbow Quiche
Get the full recipe over on Taste Of Home.
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Spaghetti
Get the full recipe over on Mel's Kitchen Cafe.
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Pulled Chicken
Get the full recipe over on Eating Well.
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Bean Spinach Quinoa Burritos
Get the full recipe over on Real Simple.
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Saucy Tortellini
Get the full recipe over on BHG.
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Mac 'N' Cheese
Get the full recipe over on Real Simple.
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Crab Quesadillas
Get the full recipe over on Vessy's Day.
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Creamy Stuffed Chicken
Get the full recipe over on Kraft.
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Lemony Chicken Noodle Soup
Get the full recipe over on Real Simple.
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Sweet Potato Tart
Get the full recipe over on Eating Well.
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Santa Fe Black Beans
Get the full recipe over on My Recipes.