20 Easy Dinner Recipes for Picky Eaters

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Dinner can be a stressful time if you have picky eaters that can’t be pleased easily. But not to worry, I’ve got you! These dinner dishes are guaranteed to please even the fussiest of eaters. They are made with simple and delicious ingredients, are comforting and nutritious, and go down well with everyone in the family. As a mum of 3, feeding my family good food is a daily task, but these dishes are always polished off in no time. Do give them a try!

Easy Chicken Goulash

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This Chicken Goulash is a delicious and super easy one-pot meal that is ready in 30 minutes. It’s jam-packed with great flavours and it makes a great comfort food for the whole family.

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Mild Chicken Curry in Coconut Milk

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This mild Chicken Curry with Coconut Milk is a quick and easy recipe that is ready in about 30 minutes. Boneless chicken breast simmered in a rich and flavourful tomato and coconut sauce, with mild spices that give it an earthy touch, this chicken curry is perfect for fussy eaters,

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Creamy Sausage Pasta Bake

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My Creamy Sausage Pasta Bake is a delicious pasta dinner recipe that is ready in about 30 minutes. It’s a big hit with kids and grown-ups alike Yummy sausages, delicious tomato sauce, and bubbling melting cheese, what’s not to love!?

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Chicken and Potato Stew

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This quick and easy Chicken and Potato Stew is a healthy and light dish that can be enjoyed by the whole family, picky eaters included. It has a delicate flavour, and it’s ready in 30 minutes from scratch.

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Leek and Potato Soup with Bacon

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A delicious twist on the classic recipe, this Creamy Leek and Potato Soup with Bacon is even more filling and nutritious. Super quick and easy to make, this is an excellent back-to-school dish that is on the table in less than 30 minutes.

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Chicken and Pea Stew

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A hearty but light dish, this Chicken and Pea Stew is full of colour and goodness. As a child I absolutely loved this food, and so do my children now too. It’s quick and easy to make, it’s healthy, and it can be cooked with fresh or frozen ingredients from scratch.

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Chicken Fajitas

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These healthy and delicious Chicken Fajitas are made with grilled chicken pieces, lightly fried onions and peppers in a delicious tortilla wrap, and served with sour cream – what a treat, absolutely everyone will love them!

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Ground Beef Pasta

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My Ground Beef Pasta is made in one pot for a quick and easy midweek dinner recipe that even picky eaters will love. No need for a tomato sauce, this pasta is just so good!

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Grilled Chicken Avocado Sandwich

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Grilled Chicken Avocado Sandwich has a lovely lemon kick for a healthy and delicious recipe that the whole family will enjoy. Bonus, it’s ready in about 10 minutes!

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Bangers and Mash

2 sausages smothered in grave over a bed of mash.
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Bangers and Mash with Onion Gravy are a true British classic recipe that much sums up what comfort food is all about. I can’t think of anyone who would refuse such a meal – it really is the best!

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Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

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Homemade Meatballs in Tomato Sauce served with spaghetti, one of the most popular dishes that kids and grown-ups love. It’s comforting, super easy to make, and so delicious. 

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Leftover Chicken Pasta

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My Leftover Chicken Pasta is made in one pot and is a quick and easy chicken dinner recipe for the whole family. You can see why it’s such a big win with everyone, it’s cheesy, it’s delicious, and a great midweek dinner no matter the season.

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Meatloaf with Creamy Onion Gravy

a white plate, with meatloaf and mashed potatoes and gravy
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This Meatloaf With Creamy Onion Gravy ticks all the boxes when it comes to hearty and delicious meal. It’s such a comfort food for all seasons, and it can be served with your favourite side dish for the ultimate dinner dish.

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Baked Mac and Cheese

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Who doesn’t like a good old mac and cheese? This Baked Mac and Cheese with breadcrumb topping is the ultimate comfort food. It’s indulgent, and even the fussiest person would ask for a second helping.

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Veggie Pizza

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Homemade pizza really is the best! This Veggie Pizza is made with dough made from scratch, tomato sauce, mushrooms, peppers, olives and of course, cheese. A super simple recipe that never fails to impress.

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Chicken and Gravy

A chicken breast smothered in gravy with mash and peas.
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What a dish this is! Made in one pan only, this Chicken and Gravy is served with mashed potatoes and peas – such a winner with everyone! It’s quick and super easy to make with a few simple ingredients, and it’s the perfect comfort food throughout the year.

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Beef Stew

A portion of beef stew in a white bowl.
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A Southern comfort food recipe, this Farm to Table Thick Beef Stew is big on flavours and so nutritious, and the addition of both dry red wine and whole grain mustard makes it extra delicious.

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Fish Pie with Mashed Potato Topping

A portion of fish pie topped with mashed potatoes.
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Fish Pie with Mashed Potato Topping has to be one of my family’s favourite comfort food. It really brings all the family together around the table. A creamy, salmon and veggies filling topped with cheesy mashed potatoes, and baked until golden, what a comfort food this is!

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Turkey Lasagna

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Turkey Lasagna with spinach and ricotta is my take on the classic lasagna, just a lot healthier and lighter. It’s a great comfort food for a family dinner, and a guaranteed crowd pleaser.

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Sausage and Butter Bean Casserole

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Sausage and Bean Casserole is a hearty dish for a delicious family dinner. It’s made with sausages, chorizo, butter beans, and peppers, simmered in a rich tomato sauce. That’s what I call comfort food!

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