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Gorgeous dinner ideas for kids that are fun to make and taste great - from hearty stews and simple fish dishes to vegetable bakes and flavoursome pies, we have so many Kids' meals and food ideas to inspire you. When you're in a rush and in need of something super simple, check out our Easy recipes for kids.
Love it or hate it, this mac 'n' cheese is packed with umami, flavours, this comforting dish is a firm family favourite! Pillowy gnocchi are roasted, then covered in a Marmitey cheese sauce and topped with buttery Marmite toast crumbs.
Introduce your children to the flavours of the Mediterranean with this combination of chicken and chorizo.
Treat the kids to pizza for lunch - but a whole lot healthier! Make this pizza omelettes recipe for an easy lunch idea for kids - simply top omelettes with melting mozzarella, cherry tomatoes and basil for a healthy lunch idea.
Spice up your family’s life with this Caribbean turkey curry. If your kids are new to the world of curries, this mild, mango-sweetened version is the perfect introduction.
This filo samosa pie has a level of spice that is just right for the kids, making it a great weeknight dinner option. It's super-easy to make, looks impressive and provides 2 of your 5-a-day.
Traditional lasagne is a well-loved Italian classic, but can be a labour of love to cook from scratch. For something simpler but just as delicious, try this creamy ham and cheese lasagne recipe. There's only one filling to make, it smells amazing when it comes out of the oven and it's so moreish, no one will notice there's hidden veg in it!
This sausage casserole makes great use of baked beans to make a sticky, tasty one-pot, perfect for midweek dinners
Make your very own gnocchi using roasted butternut squash, then shape them into cute mini pumpkins! Kids will love this as a 'spooky' Halloween dinnertime twist. We've served ours in rosemary butter, but you could use whatever sauce you fancy.
These crunchy, chicken goujons coated in a 'krispy' batter and served with a side of healthy carrot 'fries', are great for a quick mid-week meal your kids will love
Cannelloni is a popular Italian dish where pasta tubes are stuffed with a meat or vegetable filling and baked in a rich sauce. For this extra-cheesy kid’s version, we use taco mixed beans as the protein for a cost-effective and healthy option
Chinese five spice-flavoured honey gives these chicken nuggets a sweet kick that kids especially will love. Serve with egg-fried veg-packed rice for your new favourite fakeaway dish.
The whole family will love this colourful fish taco recipe loaded with budget-friendly fish fingers, crisp salad and fiery jalapeños
All your favourites from a fish finger dinner in one pie.
If you love crumpets with savoury toppings, you'll love this English breakfast-inspired crumpet bake with all your favourite cooked breakfast ingredients. It's ideal if you're looking for something different for a weekend brunch that's also quick and easy. It's so delicious, you might want it for dinner too!
Two classic Spanish dishes collide in this rich and delicious tortilla, served with a crisp salad - the perfect midweek dinner for summer.
These heavenly lamb burgers are packed with Middle Eastern flavours - kids can get involved with shaping the burgers and will enjoy eating the results!
All your favourite Mexican flavours wrapped in a tostada-style pie is a recipe for new family favourite – comforting, familiar, but interesting and so simple to make. Pan-fry your chicken, veg and spices, encase in tortilla wraps with grated cheese and pop in the oven to crisp up and create a melty, oozy middle. Dive in!
This tasty twist on traditional fajitas uses juicy chipolatas, which are quick and easy to cook. With all the classic spicy and zesty flavours of fajitas plus your favourite toppings, this is a winning dinner for any night of the week.
Crispy potato waffles topped with creamy tuna mayo and melting mozzarella - what's not to love? This makes a smashing speedy lunch, dinner or late-night snack. You can even add jalapeños for a spicy kick.
We've given everyone's favourite breakfast item an Italian twist in this hash brown pizza recipe
Whip up a classic meatball spaghetti in just 35 minutes. Use turkey mince to make homemade meatballs and cook in a garlicky tomato sauce
A great burger recipe that’s sure to satisfy their little appetites. Additionally they can be served as party savours or quick weekend treats.
These savoury shortbread Christmas trees make for a great festive party snack. This recipe calls for a piping bag and nozzle to create the edible baubles.
These rolls are perfect to use up any leftover turkey and stuffing from the big festive meals.
Have fun with the kids and make this savoury cake out of spaghetti!
Make meal times more exciting and encourage kids to eat more veg with this broccoli and sausage pasta recipe.
This comforting pasta dish by Marcus Wareing will satisfy kids and adults
Create both a hearty recipe and family favourite with this meatball pasta bake recipe by Bruno Loubet
Packed full of flavour and nutrition, these sweet potato and chickpea patty wraps are perfect for a healthy lunch
Perfect for a chilly day, this beef stew with dumplings recipe is a comforting dish
A warming dish that everyone will enjoy, Shaun Hill’s Beef stew recipe with mash and leeks will soon become your family’s favourite.
Marcello Tully’s cheese and tomato aubergine bake will see kids stirring, grating, sprinkling and layering
A vibrant, vegetable-packed dish that’s simple to make and gives the children a chance to get their hands messy.