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Colorful plate showcasing a kid-friendly lunch with vibrant ingredients like crispy chicken nuggets, bright veggie sticks, and a side of cheerful dipping sauces, all neatly arranged on a playful, colorful plate. The textured foods contrast with the smooth sauces, styled casually for an inviting, family-friendly look.

Fun and Easy Kid-Friendly Lunch and Dinner Ideas

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A delicious and easy meal combining crispy chicken nuggets, fresh veggie sticks, and kid-friendly dips, all prepared quickly for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into nuggets
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Assorted veggie sticks (carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers)
  • Dipping sauces (honey mustard, ranch)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Set up a breading station: flour, eggs, and bread crumbs in separate shallow dishes.
  3. Dip each chicken piece in flour, then eggs, then bread crumbs, ensuring even coating.
  4. Arrange nuggets on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Serve hot with veggie sticks and dipping sauces.

Notes

  • You can swap chicken with turkey or tofu for variety.
  • Serving with colorful veggie sticks makes it more appealing to kids.
  • Use panko bread crumbs for extra crunch.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Kids-friendly, Gluten-free option available

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 520 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 90 mg