Pesto Lemon Slow Cooker Chicken Recipe
Easy Crockpot Pineapple Chicken: A Freezer-Friendly Dump Meal for Busy Moms
Add in our 2025 goal of paying off debt and cutting down on takeout, and suddenly home-cooked meals have become a must, not a luxury. With inflation making restaurant prices soar, meal prepping has become one of the smartest strategies for saving money and staying sane.
Enter: this super simple, sweet-and-savory Crockpot Pineapple Chicken. It’s one of my go-to freezer dump meals that takes maybe 10 minutes of prep time, and I almost always have the ingredients on hand—especially when my husband impulse-buys multiple pineapples because they were "on sale." (Guess who ends up cutting them up?)
Crockpot Pineapple Chicken
Easy Breakfast Tater Tot Casserole with Sausage: Perfect for Busy Families!
One of our current favorites? This Breakfast Tater Tot Casserole with Sausage. It’s warm, savory, satisfying, and can double as breakfast-for-dinner (a total win on chaotic weeknights). Whether you're meal prepping for the week or feeding a crowd during weekend brunch, this casserole is a total lifesaver.
Crock Pot Tenderloin Recipe {Easy Family Dinner Idea}
As a busy mom, I’m always looking for ways to serve hearty, budget-friendly meals that don’t require hours in the kitchen. Between working, raising kids, and managing the everyday chaos that comes with parenting, I need recipes that are both comforting and convenient. That’s why I love this Slow Cooker Venison Tenderloin recipe.
This meal has become a staple in our home, especially during the colder months when comfort food just hits differently. It's rich, savory, and perfect for those evenings when you want something satisfying but don’t have the energy to hover over a stove. You can even set it and forget it before school pickup or afternoon activities—and come home to a house that smells like you’ve been cooking all day!
Crockpot Chop Steak {Easy Family Dinner Idea}
As soon as the leaves start to change and there’s a crispness in the air, I find myself reaching for my slow cooker more and more. There’s something so comforting about a warm, hearty meal simmering all day while you go about your routine—especially when you're juggling school drop-offs, work deadlines, and the never-ending laundry pile.
This Crockpot Chop Steak Recipe has quickly become a favorite in our home. It’s savory, simple to throw together, and always leaves the whole family asking for seconds. I’ve found it’s especially great for those busy weekdays when you want dinner to basically cook itself.
Why Chop Steak?
Easy Crockpot Italian Chicken: A Family Favorite One-Pot Meal
This easy crockpot chicken recipe has quickly become a staple in our house. It’s the kind of dish that works for just about any night of the week, whether you’re running from soccer practice to homework duty, or just want something warm and filling without a pile of dishes afterward.
As a busy mom, I’m always looking for easy dinner ideas that don’t require a lot of prep, but still make everyone at the table happy, and this recipe checks all the boxes. It uses pantry staples, cooks low and slow while you go about your day, and pairs beautifully with a variety of sides like pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or even cauliflower rice if you're watching your carbs.
Why Crockpot Italian Chicken Works for Busy Families
5 No Effort Weeknight Recipes For A Delicious Beef Dinner
Chicken Fajita Mac and Cheese Recipe
So I thought I was so original when I came up with this idea. I had a box of Velveeta shells with cheese and half the stuff to make burrito bowls, then thought, "I bet I could whip something up both of those". So here is my version of Fajita Mac and Cheese. I have also included the recipe to make your taco seasoning as well as your cheese sauce, so you don't have to worry about so many preservatives. But there is nothing wrong with making dinner easy on yourself and using boxed. Also please ignore this terrible picture. I didn't take one and only realized it after the fact, so this is a screen shot from a video that you can find HERE.
So Here is what you need for Homemade Chicken Fajita Mac and Cheese:
Easy & Flavorful Southwest Taco Salad Recipe (With Homemade Avocado Lime Dressing!)
We first came across a version of this recipe on Facebook, and after a few delicious tweaks, it quickly became one of our go-to recipes for special dinners. It’s a bit more involved than a simple weeknight salad, but it’s so worth the effort. This is the kind of recipe that gets rave reviews, both around the table and online. When I posted a photo of it on Instagram, it got a ton of attention, so I knew I had to share it here on the blog!
Why You’ll Love This Southwest Taco Salad
This recipe is perfect for parents looking for something fresh, filling, and fun. Whether you're hosting friends or just want a break from the usual dinner routine, this salad delivers. Here’s why it works so well:
Creamy Arroz con Pollo: A Quick and Cozy Family Dinner Win
That’s exactly what happened recently when I peeked into my pantry and freezer expecting to throw together a quick, uninspired dinner. But instead, I ended up making something so delicious and so simple that I had to share it: Creamy Arroz con Pollo.
This dish is everything I love in a weeknight meal: comforting, flavorful, one-pan, and full of ingredients I already had on hand. Plus, it's a great way to sneak in veggies and protein, and the kids actually ate it (that’s the real test, isn’t it?).
Whether you’re a busy working parent, a stay-at-home multitasker, or somewhere in between, this is a meal you can get on the table with minimal stress and maximum satisfaction.
