Instead of taco night, try out these easy one pot meals from I Heart Naptime. Cooking time: 20 minutes Serves: 6 Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced 1/2 cup sweet onion, diced 1 pound ground beef 1/3 cup salsa 15-ounce can black beans 15-ounce can corn 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes 4-ounce can diced green chilies 1 cup long grain rice 1 tablespoon taco seasoning 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 2 cups chicken broth 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Salt and pepper to taste Sour cream Cilantro, chopped Green Onions, chopped Tomatoes, diced Avocados, sliced
Directions: Aunt Bee’s Dump and Go Beef Stew
Photo source: The Seasoned Mom Serve this one pot beef stew from The Seasoned Mom on cold or rainy days. Cooking time: 5 hours Serves: 6 Ingredients:
2 pounds beef stew meat, cubed 10-ounce bag frozen peas 1 cup carrots, sliced 2 onions, diced 8-ounce can sliced mushrooms 1 teaspoon salt 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 large russet potato, sliced 1 bay leaf
Directions: One Pot Dump and Bake Italian Chicken and Rice
Photo source: Coffee Cups and Crayons For a savory dinner your children will ask for again and again, try this Italian chicken and rice dish by Coffee Cups and Crayons. Cooking time: 50 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients:
2 cups marinara sauce 15-ounce can Italian-seasoned diced tomatoes 1 cup long grain white rice, uncooked 1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1/2 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Directions: 10 Minute One-Pot Pasta
Photo source: Mess for Less Every child loves pasta, and this recipe from Mess for Less will save you time making this family favorite. Cooking time: 10 minutes Serves: 6 Ingredients:
12-ounce box spaghetti pasta 3 1/2 cups water 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced 1/2 red onion, sliced 5-6 cloves garlic, peeled 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1 cup marinara sauce
Directions: Trying to find ideas for keeping your children busy while you make dinner? Test out these 10 simple ways to involve your kids in the kitchen. Featured photo source: I Heart Naptime
