* “A recent Harvard study showed that 80% of teens claim family dinner is the time they are most likely to converse with their parents.” We find this is this is often the only time in the day when we can all gather together as a family. (and between teen’s working and after school activities, some days even then, it’s hard to make it to the table.) We’ve collected easy, family friendly recipes and established some rituals to make dinner time a little easier.
Here are some of our favorite recipes.
Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs with Roasted Red Peppers and Orzo
chicken thighs, all done on stove top, healthy comfort food
Betty Crocker Homemade Pancakes
breakfast, easy dinner, always a kid favorite no matter what meal.
chicken, broccoli + stuffing casserole- X2
This is a great make ahead meal and serves a crowd, but also can be made with your hearty Thanksgiving leftovers.
amish maple granola
My favorite daily breakfast. Pair with greek yogurt and fresh berries for high protein start to your day.
easy autumn sides. roasted sprouts & squash + noodles
Easy Autum sides that go great with any protein.
-*Statistic Source, 27 Surprising Family Dinner Statistics [2025] – Instacart