Easy Kid-Friendly Dinners for Picky Eaters

With only 6 ingredients, Pillsbury fans are raving about how easy this pepperoni pizza bread comes together. You can’t beat a classic fan-favorite that only takes 5 minutes to prep!

Kid-Approved Review: “My kids and I absolutely love this easy and tasty recipe. Definitely recommend!” -MomLifeOf3

With only 6 ingredients, Pillsbury fans are raving about how easy this pepperoni pizza bread comes together. You can’t beat a classic fan-favorite that only takes 5 minutes to prep!

Kid-Approved Review: “My kids and I absolutely love this easy and tasty recipe. Definitely recommend!” -MomLifeOf3

Ham and Cheese Crescent Sandwiches

Nothing says easy like a 3-ingredient recipe. These sandwhiches are perfect for eating on the go or pleasing those picky eaters. They can be easily customized, too!

Kid-Approved Review: “Very easy, I added a shmear of mustard to each one. My kids loved them, even the next day for a bag lunch.” -mom2jel

Nothing says easy like a 3-ingredient recipe. These sandwhiches are perfect for eating on the go or pleasing those picky eaters. They can be easily customized, too!

Kid-Approved Review: “Very easy, I added a shmear of mustard to each one. My kids loved them, even the next day for a bag lunch.” -mom2jel

Easy Chicken Enchilada Crescent Bake

What makes this version of chicken enchiladas rise above the rest? We used crescents to wrap up all of the cheesy goodness! Your kids won’t be the only ones who love this recipe.

Kid-Approved Review: “My grandson (15) nearly ate the entire dish!!”

What makes this version of chicken enchiladas rise above the rest? We used crescents to wrap up all of the cheesy goodness! Your kids won’t be the only ones who love this recipe.

Kid-Approved Review: “My grandson (15) nearly ate the entire dish!!”

Chicken and Rice Casserole

This is a dish that can be made on even the busiest of nights. The entire recipe bakes in one pan, which makes clean up easy. The creamy mushroom soup on top makes this a popular recipe with the kids!

Kid-Approved Review: “4 grandchildren who are generally pretty picky loved it and asked to have it again. It's on the menu tonight!”

This is a dish that can be made on even the busiest of nights. The entire recipe bakes in one pan, which makes clean up easy. The creamy mushroom soup on top makes this a popular recipe with the kids!

Kid-Approved Review: “4 grandchildren who are generally pretty picky loved it and asked to have it again. It's on the menu tonight!”

Biscuit Cheeseburger Casserole

Who said cheeseburgers need to be served on a bun? We mixed everything together for a cheesy creation that will satisfy both kids and adults!

Kid-Approved Review: "My family loooooooved this! They are picky and so I wasn't expecting much. But wow, this meal was a hit with everyone! Had the leftovers last night and even they were really good! I am a lazy cook but this recipe was super easy and I will definitely make it again. May even try to double it next time for more leftovers!"

Who said cheeseburgers need to be served on a bun? We mixed everything together for a cheesy creation that will satisfy both kids and adults!

Kid-Approved Review: "My family loooooooved this! They are picky and so I wasn't expecting much. But wow, this meal was a hit with everyone! Had the leftovers last night and even they were really good! I am a lazy cook but this recipe was super easy and I will definitely make it again. May even try to double it next time for more leftovers!"

Sheet-Pan Lasagna

We took everything you love about lasagna and transformed it into an easier-to-make kid-friendly recipe! This version only takes 20 minutes to prep and it all comes together in one easy-to-clean sheet pan.

Kid-Approved Review: “My family is looking forward to the next time Sheet-Pan Lasagna is on the menu!”

We took everything you love about lasagna and transformed it into an easier-to-make kid-friendly recipe! This version only takes 20 minutes to prep and it all comes together in one easy-to-clean sheet pan.

Kid-Approved Review: “My family is looking forward to the next time Sheet-Pan Lasagna is on the menu!”

20-Minute Smothered Beef Burrito Skillet

This 20-minute skillet is stealing the show during dinner time. We took some of our most flavorful ingredients and mixed them all together for a dinner that everyone will enjoy!

Kid-Approved Review: “This is a family staple in our house! And so easy to switch up, add a can of drained diced tomatoes for some extra veggies or ground turkey if cutting back on red meat, or extra seasonings as my crowd likes things spicy. I always have to make a double batch as the kids will eat it breakfast, lunch and dinner!” -MegSch

This 20-minute skillet is stealing the show during dinner time. We took some of our most flavorful ingredients and mixed them all together for a dinner that everyone will enjoy!

Kid-Approved Review: “This is a family staple in our house! And so easy to switch up, add a can of drained diced tomatoes for some extra veggies or ground turkey if cutting back on red meat, or extra seasonings as my crowd likes things spicy. I always have to make a double batch as the kids will eat it breakfast, lunch and dinner!” -MegSch

Cheesy Chicken Tortilla Casserole

We made this casserole with just 7 ingredients (rotisserie chicken is one of them) and it only took us 15 minutes to prep. Parents are telling us that their picky kids couldn’t get enough!

Kid-Approved Review: "I made this pretty much like the recipe except I used leftover chicken from a BBQ we had, other than that it was the same. The family really liked it, even the 13-year-old who is picky. I will make it again. Yummy!"

We made this casserole with just 7 ingredients (rotisserie chicken is one of them) and it only took us 15 minutes to prep. Parents are telling us that their picky kids couldn’t get enough!

Kid-Approved Review: "I made this pretty much like the recipe except I used leftover chicken from a BBQ we had, other than that it was the same. The family really liked it, even the 13-year-old who is picky. I will make it again. Yummy!"

Crescent Dogs

Get the kids involved with this easy-to-make recipe! With only 3 ingredients and a flavor no one will be able to resist, Pillsburry fans are raving about this twist on an age-old classic.

Kid-Approved Review: “This has been a favorite of my kids since they were little, and always will be.” -Karenfcb

Get the kids involved with this easy-to-make recipe! With only 3 ingredients and a flavor no one will be able to resist, Pillsburry fans are raving about this twist on an age-old classic.

Kid-Approved Review: “This has been a favorite of my kids since they were little, and always will be.” -Karenfcb

Green Chile Chicken Skillet Dip

Cream cheese and sweet corn make this a skillet dip worth trying. With a prep time as low as 10 minutes, you won’t believe how easy this dish comes together!

Kid-Approved Review: "I made this for the family and they loved it. ... It was extra cheesy and satisfied even the picky eaters."

Cream cheese and sweet corn make this a skillet dip worth trying. With a prep time as low as 10 minutes, you won’t believe how easy this dish comes together!

Kid-Approved Review: "I made this for the family and they loved it. ... It was extra cheesy and satisfied even the picky eaters."

Crescent-Topped Cheeseburger Casserole

If your kids like cheeseburgers, we have a homemade twist that they will love! Only 20 minutes of prep time are required to make this truly one-of-a-kind cheeseburger creation.

Kid-Approved Review: “Very easy to make. My boys, all picky eaters, loved it. The youngest asked for more. Will definitely be making this again.” -arieskross

If your kids like cheeseburgers, we have a homemade twist that they will love! Only 20 minutes of prep time are required to make this truly one-of-a-kind cheeseburger creation.

Kid-Approved Review: “Very easy to make. My boys, all picky eaters, loved it. The youngest asked for more. Will definitely be making this again.” -arieskross

Chicken Cordon Bleu Bubble-Up Bake

No need to spend hours in the kitchen making a dish, this 20-minute bubble-up bake will impress those picky eaters! Our Pillsbury bakers love this recipe for its ease and flavors.

Kid-Approved Review: “Family loved it, even my two very picky eaters.” -Joander

No need to spend hours in the kitchen making a dish, this 20-minute bubble-up bake will impress those picky eaters! Our Pillsbury bakers love this recipe for its ease and flavors.

Kid-Approved Review: “Family loved it, even my two very picky eaters.” -Joander

Philly Cheesesteak Biscuit Bombs

These 6-ingredient biscuit bombs are the perfect way to sneak in onions and bell peppers while pleasing your picky eaters! The buttermilk biscuits and Monterey Jack cheese add savory goodness that no one will be able to resist.

Kid-Approved Review: “HUGE hit with my very picky family! They request it all the time now!” -LeigjAnn

These 6-ingredient biscuit bombs are the perfect way to sneak in onions and bell peppers while pleasing your picky eaters! The buttermilk biscuits and Monterey Jack cheese add savory goodness that no one will be able to resist.

Kid-Approved Review: “HUGE hit with my very picky family! They request it all the time now!” -LeigjAnn

Grands!™ Pepperoni Pizza Bake

With only 4 ingredients and a prep time of just 10 minutes, this bake is even easier than ordering a pizza!

Kid-Approved Review: "Just made this recipe last night. My teens are very picky but I think this hit the spot. They went back for seconds."

With only 4 ingredients and a prep time of just 10 minutes, this bake is even easier than ordering a pizza!

Kid-Approved Review: "Just made this recipe last night. My teens are very picky but I think this hit the spot. They went back for seconds."

Sheet-Pan Balsamic-Honey Chicken and Vegetables

Don’t be fooled by all of the green on the pan, kids are absolutely loving this sheet-pan dinner. Bonus, this recipes uses one pan, making clean-up easier than ever!

Kid-Approved Review: "After reading all the reviews, I decided I had to make this recipe. BEST CHICKEN EVER!! My family loved it. My super-picky daughter cleaned her plate (I think she may have even licked it clean)!!"

Don’t be fooled by all of the green on the pan, kids are absolutely loving this sheet-pan dinner. Bonus, this recipes uses one pan, making clean-up easier than ever!

Kid-Approved Review: "After reading all the reviews, I decided I had to make this recipe. BEST CHICKEN EVER!! My family loved it. My super-picky daughter cleaned her plate (I think she may have even licked it clean)!!"

Slow-Cooker Chicken Parmesan Soup

With just 15 minutes of prep time, this savory soup is an ultimate comfort food that you and your kids will love! Breadcrumbs on top are the ultimate finishing touch.

Kid-Approved Review: "My family are picky eaters but they loved this soup! Thank you!"

With just 15 minutes of prep time, this savory soup is an ultimate comfort food that you and your kids will love! Breadcrumbs on top are the ultimate finishing touch.

Kid-Approved Review: "My family are picky eaters but they loved this soup! Thank you!"

Chicken-Bacon-Ranch Foil Packs

We created this recipe for the nights when you don’t want to do the dishes. Dump everything into foil packs for your easiest-ever dinner clean up yet. It’s simple and the kids love it!

Kid-Approved Review: “Wow this was excellent! Easy to make and rave reviews from ages 4 to 40!” -StLMom22

We created this recipe for the nights when you don’t want to do the dishes. Dump everything into foil packs for your easiest-ever dinner clean up yet. It’s simple and the kids love it!

Kid-Approved Review: “Wow this was excellent! Easy to make and rave reviews from ages 4 to 40!” -StLMom22

Bacon Cheeseburger Crescent Ring

We took two of our favorite foods and merged them into one delicious dinner! Kids who love cheeseburgers are sure to clean their plate after tasting this stuffed crescent ring! With only 20 minutes of prep time, you can’t beat this easy dish.

Kid-Approved Review: "Absolutely delicious! My son even loved it & he can be picky."

We took two of our favorite foods and merged them into one delicious dinner! Kids who love cheeseburgers are sure to clean their plate after tasting this stuffed crescent ring! With only 20 minutes of prep time, you can’t beat this easy dish.

Kid-Approved Review: "Absolutely delicious! My son even loved it & he can be picky."

Doritos™ Cheesy Chicken Casserole

With 15 minutes of prep time and 8 simple ingredients, this fan-favorite never fails to entice even the pickiest of eaters!

Kid-Approved Review: “My son is a picky eater and I made this casserole. He loved it and said it's a keeper. I sent it to my daughter and her family and my grandchildren loved it. So easy to make.” -sallywyrms

With 15 minutes of prep time and 8 simple ingredients, this fan-favorite never fails to entice even the pickiest of eaters!

Kid-Approved Review: “My son is a picky eater and I made this casserole. He loved it and said it's a keeper. I sent it to my daughter and her family and my grandchildren loved it. So easy to make.” -sallywyrms