Quick and easy family recipes
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Italian stuffed chicken
Chicken recipes are always among the most searched-for on bbcgoodfood.com, so the cookery team came up with this quick and easy supper dish specially
Quick lamb biryani
Get your mates round and cook up this simple biryani, team it with a few of our Indian side dishes and you've got a party
Chickpea & coriander burgers
High in fibre, low in fat and counting as 2 of your 5-a-day, this tasty veggie burger delivers on every level
Chicken fried rice
This thrifty Asian-inspired one-pot recipe uses up leftover rice and chicken, plus it contains child-friendly mild spice and plenty of vegetables
One-pan chicken couscous
This satisfying yet super-healthy recipe is all cooked in one pan for minimum washing up
Quick chicken chasseur
A classic in a flash, you can also use beef. Either way - it's a winner
Build your own pesto pasta salad
Rustle up this easy pesto pasta salad for the family. Customise it by adding your kid's favourite veg
Salmon, broccoli & potato bake
A classic combination of flavours for a midweek family meal. Make this recipe in just one pot
Help-yourself tuna rice salad
Ideal for busy households, this hearty salad keeps well in the fridge for up to three days, ready to be spooned into a bowl whenever you're peckish
Creamy linguine with ham, lemon & basil
Keep the kids happy with this easy, low-fat recipe that's ready in under half an hour
Summer-in-winter chicken
Pining for summer? This simply seasoned chicken fried with beautiful, ripe, cherry tomatoes in a creamy sauce is guaranteed to hit the spot. Add a dollop of pesto for an extra layer of nutty flavours
Hoisin mackerel pancakes
Need a speedy, DIY family meal? Try these mackerel pancakes. Using sweet ingredients with stronger-flavoured fish such as mackerel helps tempt children to try them
Hob-to-table moussaka
Try this rich, hearty and quick variation on the classic family favourite
Fridge-raid fried rice
Pack in the veg with this healthy chicken fried rice, which uses everyday foods you'll find in the fridge for a quick and easy family supper
Tomato sauce for pasta
Save time and money with this simple and easy tomato and basil pasta sauce. It's also goes well with meat or fish, as well as a pizza topping.
Beef rissoles
Combine meat and veg in these crowd-pleasing beef rissoles – they make a filling and family-friendly supper when served with mash and peas
Coconut fish curry & rice
Cook this flavour-packed coconut fish curry in just 30 minutes for a speedy meal. For a dose of sour use lime juice or tamarind paste if you have it to hand
Tofu stir-fry
Get children to help you chop the vegetables and make the sauce for this colourful, simple tofu stir-fry. It's perfect when you need a quick and easy family meal
Veggie hummus pasta salad
Make your own hummus in this family pasta salad. Dish up for little ones first, then scatter with pul biber chilli flakes and crumbled feta for the grown-ups
Gnocchi fish pie
Try this spin on a fish pie and top with gnocchi instead of regular mashed potato. It takes just 30 minutes to make so is perfect for a balanced family meal
Easy Singapore noodles (chow mein)
Cater for the whole family with our Singapore noodles. They're healthy and vegan, making an ideal accompaniment to a Chinese meal or just on their own
Honey, sesame & orange king prawns
Enjoy our honey, sesame and orange king prawns as part of a Chinese feast the whole family will love. Top with spring onions and serve with rice
15-minute chicken & halloumi burgers
Struggle to find dishes to cook that take very little time but the whole family will love? Look no further than these chicken and halloumi burgers
Swedish meatball burgers
Love Swedish meatballs? Here we’ve transformed them into a burger that kids will adore – choose beef or pork mince, the flavours will be the same