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If the clock hits 4 pm and you get filled with dread because you
know that you have to figure out what you are having and then
make dinner AGAIN... you aren't alone! 
 
The monotony of finding something that can be made with what
you've got and that your family will actually eat day after day
can seem to be nearly impossible.
 
I'm here to help!
 
With over 10 years of experience feeding picky kids, and
thousands of recipes shared online, I have brought together
some of our most popular and kid-approved recipes into this
handy recipe book! These recipes are made each month by
millions of busy families and can help you get a meal on the
table your kids will love!
 
 No long lists of fancy ingredients, or hours of prep needed.
What you will find here are simple flavors, prepared in minutes,
that the whole family can enjoy!
 
Happy Eating!
Kimber
 
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5 M I L L I O N D O L L A R C H I C K E N B A K E
7 B A K E D M E A T B A L L S P A R M E S A N
9 S A L S A F R E S C A C H I C K E N
1 1 C H E E S E B U R G E R P A S T A 
1 3 M E X I C A N S T R E E T C O R N C A S S E R O L E
1 5 C R E A M Y G R E E N C H I L E C H I C K E N
1 7 C R O C K P O T L O A D E D B A K E D P O T A T O S O U P
1 9 T U S C A N G A R L I C C H I C K E N
2 1 S H R E D D E D B B Q C H I C K E N C A S S E R O L E
2 3 B A K E D C H I C K E N F A J I T A S
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Million Dollar Chicken Bake
This Million Dollar Chicken makes baked chicken breast exciting again!
Packed with rich, bold flavors, this one dish meal is a family favorite!
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Total Time
40 minutes
Servings
6 servings
Ingredients
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
6 oz cream cheese 
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup crispy bacon
1/2 cup green onions 
1.5 cups colby jack cheese
crumbled bacon 
green onions
Garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2. In a medium-sized bowl, mix cream cheese, mayo, bacon crumbles, green onion and
half of the cheddar cheese together until combined. 
3. Place the chicken breast in a baking dish and spread the cheese mixture over the
chicken. Top with remaining cheddar cheese. 
4. Bake for 30-40 minutes or until chicken is cooked through (165 degrees F internal
temperature). 
5. Garnish with additional bacon and green onions and serve hot!
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Baked Meatballs Parmesan
Meatball Parmesan Bake is a quick, easy, and completely delicious dinner!
This meal is loved by kids and adults alike and can be prepared and made
quickly, or prepared ahead and frozen for another day.
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
45 minutes
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork
1 cup parmesan cheese grated, divided
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 egg
2 tbsp onion grated
6 cloves garlic pressed
1 tbsp Italian seasoning dried
Instructions
1. Combine the beef, pork, 3/4 cup parmesan, heavy cream, egg, onion, garlic, Italian
seasoning, salt and pepper, and mix or work with your hands until completely
incorporated.
2. Form Meatballs into 24 balls and place side by side in a 9x13 casserole dish.
3. Cover the meatballs with marinara sauce, then evenly spread the mozzarella and
remaining parmesan cheese over the top. Bake uncovered at 350˚F for 35-45 minutes or
until the meatballs are cooked through (160˚F internal temp.)
4. Remove the casserole dish from oven and let set for 5 minutes. Then serve hot. Enjoy!
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1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 tsp salt
2 cups marinara sauce
1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
Garnish (optional)
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Salsa Fresca Chicken
This Salsa Fresca Chicken is packed full of bold Tex-mex flavors but still a
light and wholesome dish. It is smothered in fresh tomatoes, cilantro, sweet
onion, and of course, Monterey jack cheese. It comes together easily for a
quick weeknight meal and since it is made in one dish, it can be cleaned up
easily as well. 
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
35 minutes
Total Time
50 minutes
Servings
8 servings
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. 
2. Lay the chicken flat in a large baking dish and sprinkle evenly with the cumin, garlic,
salt and pepper. 
3. Cover chicken with pico, then top with cheese. 
4. Bake on middle rack for 35-45 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (165
degrees internal temp). 
5. Garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve hot with your favorite side dish.
For leftover ideas, storage tips, nutrition info, and more:
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Ingredients
2 lbs chicken breast 
1/4 tsp cumin 
1/4 tsp salt 
1/4 tsp black pepper 
1/4 tsp garlic powder
2 cups fresh pico de gallo 
1 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
Fresh cilantro, chopped 
Garnish 
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Cheeseburger Pasta
This Cheeseburger Pasta always gets 5 stars from the kids for taste and 5 stars
from the parents for how easy it is to make from scratch! Filled with tender ground
beef, two kinds of cheese, and lots of delicious pasta, all made in one skillet, this
recipe is a keeper!
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Total Time
20 minutes
Servings
8 servings
Instructions
1. Cook pasta per package instructions.
2. While pasta is cooking, brown the hamburger meat in a large skillet, breaking it up as
it cooks. Once it is done, drain any excess grease and return the meat to the skillet. 
3. Add the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and seasonings (garlic powder, salt, and
onion powder) to the meat and stir until it is melted and combined. 
4. Slowly add the milk while continuously stirring to make a sauce. 
5. Add the cooked pasta into the sauce and stir to coat. Serve immediately. Enjoy!
For leftover ideas, storage tips, nutrition info, and more:
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Ingredients
1 lb lean ground beef 
1/2 tsp garlic powder 
1/2 tsp salt 
1/2 tsp onion powder
16 oz pasta 
8 oz cream cheese
8 oz sharp cheddar cheese
3/4 cup milk
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Mexican Street Corn Casserole
This Mexican Street Corn Casserole is super easy to make and crazy delicious!
With only a few ingredients, you can have this whipped up and in the oven in as
little as 5 minutes. Once it bakes, you are in for a treat! This casserole is rich and
creamy and filled with the bright flavorsof Mexican street corn.
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Total Time
35 minutes
Servings
8 servings
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350F.
2. Pour the corn into a large casserole dish. Mix in the mayo, sour cream, chili powder,
garlic powder, salt, and half of the queso fresco until combined.
3. Bake for 30-40 minutes or until heated through and the sides begin to bubble. 
4. Sprinkle the remaining queso fresco over the casserole and top with chopped
cilatnro. Enjoy! 
For leftover ideas, storage tips, nutrition info, and more:
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Ingredients
32 oz frozen corn, thawed 
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream 
1.5 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp garlic powder 
1/2 tsp salt 
1/4 tsp cayenne, optional 
5 oz queso fresco, grated or crumbled 
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 
Garnish 
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Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
40 minutes 
Total Time
50 minutes
Servings
8 servings
Instructions
1. Heat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2. In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese, garlic powder, cumin, salt and pepper until
combined. Then stir in the green chilis and stir until evenly mixed. 
3. Lay the chicken breast flat in a baking dish. Cover the chicken breasts with the green
chili mixture. Then top with the Monterey jack cheese. 
4. Bake on the middle rack for 35-45 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and
the juices run clear. 
5. Serve hot over sauteed spinach or cauliflower rice. Enjoy!
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Creamy Green Chile Chicken
This Green Chile Chicken is the perfect easy and
flavorful low carb meal. It is loaded with tender chicken,
tangy green chiles, the perfect amount of southwestern
spices and finished off with cheese!
For leftover ideas, storage tips, nutrition info, and more:
Ingredients
3-4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, trimmed
1 8 oz. package cream cheese, softened
1 4 oz. can chopped green chiles 
1 cup Monterey jack cheese, shredded
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp cumin 
1/4 tsp salt 
1/4 tsp pepper
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Crock Pot Loaded Baked Potato Soup
This Crock Pot Loaded Baked Potato Soup is the ultimate creamy comfort
food! It is rich and filled with the delicious flavors of baked potatoes. You
can add a variety of toppings to customize the soup just how you like it.
This makes a nice big batch perfect for a family or serving a crowd.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
4 hours
Total Time
4 hours 15 mins
Servings
8 bowls
Ingredients
2.5 lbs Russet potatoes
1 small onion 1/2 lb
2 cups chicken broth
4 cloves garlic
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
8 oz cream cheese
4 oz shredded cheddar cheese about 1 cup
1.5 cups heavy cream
Instructions
1. Chop the potatoes into 2 in chunks and roughly chop the onion.
2. Add the potatoes, onion, chicken broth, garlic, salt, and pepper to the crock pot
and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6-8 hours.
3. Once it is done cooking open the lid and add the cream cheese, cheddar cheese,
and cream. Use a potato masher to blend the soup together for a very slightly
chunky loaded potato soup, or an immersion blender for a super smooth loaded
potato soup.
4. Top with your choice of toppings and enjoy!
For leftover ideas, storage tips, nutrition info, and more:
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Tuscan Garlic Chicken
This Tuscan Garlic Chicken tastes like it is straight out of a restaurant
kitchen, but it is so simple to make! It has layers of bold, delicious flavors
with the spinach, artichoke, sun-dried tomato and, of course, garlic. This
meal is perfect for entertaining or just a night with the family. 
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
45 minutes 
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. 
2. Lay the chicken flat in the bottom of a large casserole dish. Season with salt and
pepper, then press garlic and spread it evenly over the chicken breast. Place the
spinach, artichoke hearts and sun dried tomatoes on top of the chicken and then drizzle
the tablespoon of oil reserved from the sun dried tomatoes. Finish by topping with
mozzarella cheese. 
3. Bake for 45-50 minutes total. Cook 20 minutes uncovered then loosely cover with foil
for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (165 degrees F internal
temperature). 
4. Serve with your choice of sides and ENJOY!
For leftover ideas, storage tips, nutrition info, and more:
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Ingredients
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast (about 3-4 chicken breasts)
2 cloves garlic
a pinch of salt and pepper
2 oz fresh baby spinach
14 oz can artichoke hearts (drained and chopped)
8.5 oz jar sun dried tomatoes (drained with 1 tbsp oil reserved, and
chopped) 
1 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
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Shredded BBQ Chicken Casserole
This BBQ Chicken Casserole is a quick and easy dinner to make
with shredded chicken. It has tons of flavor and combines for a
perfect simple family meal.
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Total Time
40 minutes
Servings
6 servings
Ingredients
4 cups chicken shredded
1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
1 cup sweet kernel corn canned or frozen
1/2 green pepper finely diced
1 cup barbecue sauce
Instructions
1. Mix the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, green pepper, and barbecue sauce until
combined. 
2. Pour mixture into a large casserole dish and top with cheddar cheese.
3. Place the dish in the oven loosely covered with foil and bake at 375˚F for 25 minutes.
4. Remove the foil and top with french fried onions and continue to cook for 10 more
minutes or until the sides are bubbling and the onions are browned. 
5. Let rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with cilantro. Enjoy!
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1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
1/2 cup french fried onions
2 tbsp cilantro chopped
Garnish (optional)
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Baked Chicken Fajitas
This Baked Chicken Fajitas recipe is my go-to for an easy dinner. With
only a few ingredients and one casserole dish, this Mexican-inspired
meal can be prepped and in the oven in as little as 15 minutes. 
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
25 minutes
Total Time
40 minutes
Servings
8 servings
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. 
2. Lay the chicken breasts flat in a baking dish big enough where they aren't quite
touching, then sprinkle the fajita seasoning evenly over them. 
3. Mix thebell peppers and onions and spread them evenly over the top and place the
cheese over the top of the peppers and onions. 
4. Bake on the middle rack of the oven for 30-40 minutes or until the chicken is done
through (minimum of 165 degrees F throughout).
5. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot over rice, cauliflower rice, greens, or in
tortillas.
6. Enjoy!
For leftover ideas, storage tips, nutrition info, and more:
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Ingredients
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast,
about 3-4 chicken breasts 
1 tbsp taco or fajita seasoning 
1 1/2 sweet bell peppers, sliced
1 medium sweet yellow onion, sliced
8 oz sharp cheddar cheese
1 tbsp chopped cilantro for garnish,
optional
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