{"id":7625,"date":"2021-06-12T21:52:43","date_gmt":"2021-06-12T21:52:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alternatech.net\/?p=7625"},"modified":"2021-06-12T21:52:43","modified_gmt":"2021-06-12T21:52:43","slug":"tips-for-kids-the-10-easy-and-healthy-dinner-that-every-kids-are-interested-in","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/tips-for-kids-the-10-easy-and-healthy-dinner-that-every-kids-are-interested-in\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips For Kids: The 10+ Easy And Healthy Dinner That Every Kids Are Interested in"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style='\"text-align:' right><em>&ndash; by Adrienne Koziol from lifehack.org\n<p>Before I dive into the dinner ideas for kids, here are some tips for getting young kids to eat and break out of that dinner rut.\n</p><ol>\n<li><strong>Make Breakfast for Dinner\u00a0\u2013 Switch things up by serving breakfast for dinner. Kids will love the surprise. Use fruit, bacon, and sausage to make it more filling. Some days can be exceedingly rough, so oatmeal and fruit can even be an option.\n<li><strong>Involve Them\u00a0\u2013 Kids love to help and will be more excited to try the food they helped make. Touching and seeing the ingredients during the process can help your child become more familiar with them and ease their uncertainty. The biggest benefit is you\u2019ll be spending time together, not to mention the value of learning to cook.\n<li><strong>Do Dinner Buffet-Style\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Set food and toppings out on the table buffet-style and allow kids to dish up their plates. What works well for a buffet?<sup id='\"footnote_plugin_tooltip_2\"' class='\"footnote_plugin_tooltip_text\"'>[2]<span id='\"footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_2\"' class='\"footnote_tooltip\"'>\u00a0Tacos, pancakes, pizza, nachos, finger foods and chili are just a few of the many ideas out there. Don\u2019t be afraid to come up with your own.\n<li><strong>Creative Presentation\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Turning a meal into art is another way to get kids interested. Nothing makes food more interesting than when it looks like a face, flower, or boat. Get creative with how you present the food!\n<li><strong>Have Fun With Themes\u00a0\u2013\u00a0The options here are endless. You could base it on your child\u2019s favorite characters or focus on a different culture, region, or even history. This is a great way to introduce your child to how and what others around the world eat.\n<li><strong>Bribery\u00a0\u2013 Sometimes, parents have to resort to shameless bribery to get kids to eat. It\u2019s okay to use a little extra motivation to get kids to try something new.<sup id='\"footnote_plugin_tooltip_3\"' class='\"footnote_plugin_tooltip_text\"'>[3]<span id='\"footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_3\"' class='\"footnote_tooltip\"'>\u00a0We all need a boost now and then. Avoid using dessert as a motive to eat dinner, but what are some harmless bribes to try? For instance, stickers, temporary tattoos, extra screen time or bedtime book.\n\n<p>Now, let\u2019s get to the dinner ideas. Meal planning is just one more thing to do in an already busy day. This list of dinner recipes for kids can help. Remember, you can always make modifications to fit any dietary needs. These recipes are a good starting point and can give your tired brain a boost of creativity.\n</p><h2>Sandwich on a Stick\n</h2><p>Save the time slicing, spreading, and piling and instead, put everything onto a stick. Kids will love pulling each item off, and you\u2019ll love the easy clean-up.\n</p><p><img fetchpriority='\"high\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"' wp-image-7648 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/06%5C/sandwich-on-a-stick-213x300.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"373\"' height='\"525\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/sandwich-on-a-stick-213x300.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><h2>Chicken Noodle Soup\n</h2><p>No list would be complete without this classic. Cheat a little by using rotisserie chicken, and have this soup done in under 30 minutes. Say goodbye to the canned version.\n</p><p><img decoding='\"async\"' class='\"' wp-image-7626 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/06%5C/Chicken-Noodle-Soup-from-scratch_3-214x300.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"453\"' height='\"635\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Chicken-Noodle-Soup-from-scratch_3-214x300.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><h2>Turkey Ranch Wraps\n</h2><p>Easy, delicious, fun, and fast\u2014what could be better? This meal is also easy to pack, making it great for those hectic nights when you\u2019re on the go.\n</p><p><img decoding='\"async\"' class='\"' wp-image-7628 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/06%5C/turkey-ranch-wraps-1536x1090-1-300x213.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"487\"' height='\"346\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/turkey-ranch-wraps-1536x1090-1-300x213.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><h2>Big Mac Pizza\n</h2><p>Just saying the words \u201cBig Mac\u201d will get little ears to perk up. A pre-made crust makes this dinner a fast answer to those mealtime frustrations.\n</p><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"' wp-image-7643 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/06%5C/big-mac-piza-1536x1090-1-300x213.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"383\"' height='\"272\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/big-mac-piza-1536x1090-1-300x213.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><h2>Dorito Taco Salad\n</h2><p>Swap out tortilla chips for Doritos and watch kids find a new interest in taco salad. Use single-serving bags as the bowl, add the toppings inside, and enjoy having to do fewer dishes.\n</p><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"' wp-image-7645 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/06%5C/dorito-taco-salad-213x300.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"380\"' height='\"535\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/dorito-taco-salad-213x300.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><h2>Spaghetti Nests\n</h2><p>Kids love spaghetti, but they\u2019ll be surprised to see it as little \u201cnests\u201d they can eat with their fingers.\n</p><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"' wp-image-7646 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/06%5C/spaghetti-nests-1536x1090-1-300x213.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"472\"' height='\"335\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/spaghetti-nests-1536x1090-1-300x213.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><h2>Mini Chicken Pot Pies\n</h2><p>With only four ingredients and done in half an hour, what\u2019s not to love about this dinner idea for kids? Homemade doesn\u2019t have to mean difficult.\n</p><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"' wp-image-7647 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/06%5C/mini-chicken-pot-pies-1536x1090-1-300x213.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"375\"' height='\"266\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/mini-chicken-pot-pies-1536x1090-1-300x213.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><h2>Chicken Alfredo Casserole\n</h2><p>Casseroles make for an easy dinner for kids, and this is one you might find making over and over. Pair it with a salad and you have a delicious Italian meal without the fuss.\n</p><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"' wp-image-7649 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/06%5C/chicken-alfredo-casserole1-1536x1090-1-300x213.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"432\"' height='\"307\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/chicken-alfredo-casserole1-1536x1090-1-300x213.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><h2>Pita Tacos\n</h2><p>Instead of taco shells, this recipe uses pita bread. Kids will have fun filling the \u201cpockets\u201d with taco ingredients.\n</p><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"' wp-image-7650 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/06%5C/pita-tacos-1536x1090-1-300x213.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"451\"' height='\"320\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/pita-tacos-1536x1090-1-300x213.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><h2>Muffin Tin Lasagna\n</h2><p>Muffin tin lasagna is just like lasagna but smaller. It\u2019s perfect for little fingers and faster to make than the original.\n</p><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"' wp-image-7651 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/06%5C/muffin-tin-lasagna-1536x1090-1-300x213.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"439\"' height='\"312\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/muffin-tin-lasagna-1536x1090-1-300x213.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><h2>Nacho Pizza\n</h2><p>This is another creative twist on two classic meals most kids will quickly devour. Go as crazy or as simple as you want with this quick dinner.\n</p><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"' wp-image-7652 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/06%5C/12900480865_3199ee148a_o-590x410-1-300x208.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"424\"' height='\"294\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/12900480865_3199ee148a_o-590x410-1-300x208.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><h2>Hot Dog Roll-Ups\n</h2><p>Refrigerated crescent rolls, hot dogs, cheese, and bacon come together for a dinner for kids that can\u2019t get much quicker.\n</p><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"' wp-image-7653 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/06%5C/hot-dog-roll-ups-1536x1090-1-300x213.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"466\"' height='\"331\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/hot-dog-roll-ups-1536x1090-1-300x213.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><h2>Frito Pie Casserole\n</h2><p>Frito chips add crunch to this quick Tex-Mex meal. To make it extra special, turn it into Tacos in a Bag by mixing everything into individual bags of chips.\n</p><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"' wp-image-7654 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/06%5C/frito-pie-casserole-1536x1090-1-300x213.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"437\"' height='\"310\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/frito-pie-casserole-1536x1090-1-300x213.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><h2>Meatball Submarine Casserole\n</h2><p>This dinner for kids may be a little less messy than the sandwich, but they will still love the meatballs, melted cheese, and warm bread.\n</p><div class='\"convertflow-article-in-content' cf-2355-area-14952>\n<div class='\"convertflow-cta' cf-inline>\n<div id='\"cta_27270\"' class='\"cf-cta-inner' cf-inline-embed>\n<div class='\"cf-container' cf-row cf-outer-center>\n<div id='\"step_209010\"' class='\"cf-step\"'>\n<div id='\"cta27270-step1\"' class='\"cf-step-inner\"'>\n<div id='\"cta27270-step1-inner-container\"' class='\"cf-cta-container' cf-row cf-outer-center>\n<div id='\"section583339\"' class='\"cf-row' cf-section cf-outer-center cf-background-position-top-center cf-background-size-cover data-pos='\"1\"'><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"' wp-image-7655 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/06%5C/meatball-submarine-casserole-1536x1090-1-300x213.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"392\"' height='\"278\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/meatball-submarine-casserole-1536x1090-1-300x213.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n<div data-pos='\"1\"'>\n<div data-pos='\"1\"'>\n<h2>My Kid Still Won\u2019t Eat\u2014Is This Normal?\n</h2><p>Remember that kids go through stages. There will be days when your child barely eats, and there will be days when the hunger seems nonstop.\n</p><p>Focus on the big picture and ask yourself these questions:<span id='\"footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_4\"' class='\"footnote_tooltip\"'>\n<ul>\n<li>Is my child eating a variety of healthy foods over the course of the week?\n</li><li>Is my child undernourished or growing normally?\n</li><li>Is food (or lack of) interfering with my child\u2019s quality of life?\n\n<p>It might be time to see a doctor if you see signs of health problems due to pickiness or lack of eating. The problem may go beyond stubbornness and be a symptom of a medical issue.\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"</p><p>&ndash; by Adrienne Koziol from lifehack.org Before I dive into the dinner ideas for kids, here are some tips for getting young kids to eat and break out of that dinner rut. Make Breakfast for Dinner\u00a0\u2013 Switch things up by serving breakfast for dinner. Kids will love the surprise. 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