11 easy oven-baked dinner recipes for busy families

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These 11 easy oven-baked dinner recipes are designed with busy families in mind. Each is straightforward to make and requires minimal hassle in the kitchen.

A serving of Philly cheese steak casserole being pulled up from a pan.
Philly Cheese Steak Casserole. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Sausage and Veggies Sheet Pan Dinner

Sausage and veggies sheet pan dinner with a spoon.
Sausage and Veggies Sheet Pan Dinner. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

This flavorful and easy Sausage and Veggies Sheet Pan Dinner is ready in 30 minutes. Roasted sausage and vegetables are cooked on one sheet pan for less cleanup and more time for busy families.
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Roasted Cubed Butternut Squash with Cauliflower and Bacon

Roasted butternut squash with cauliflower and bacon and dollops of sour cream with a spoon.
Roasted Cubed Butternut Squash with Cauliflower and Bacon. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Comforting and nutrient-dense, this Roasted Cubed Butternut Squash with Cauliflower and Bacon is a satisfying dinner or side dish. Oven-baked perfection with red onion, bacon, and wilted spinach, topped with sour cream.
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Philly Cheese Steak Casserole

A serving of Philly cheese steak casserole being pulled up from a pan.
Philly Cheese Steak Casserole. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Savory steak, peppers, onions, and mushrooms cooked to perfection in butter and garlic, topped with provolone cheese. It’s a delicious casserole ready in under 1 hour.
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Creamy Spinach Chicken Bake

Creamy spinach chicken bake in a glass baking dish.
Creamy Spinach Chicken Bake. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Marinated chicken thighs baked with cream cheese, mozzarella, and vibrant spinach in this Creamy Spinach Chicken Bake. It’s a quick and satisfying dinner the whole family will love, ready in just 30 minutes.
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Jalapeño Popper Chicken Casserole

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Jalapeño Popper Chicken Casserole. Photo credit: Plays Well With Butter.

Enjoy the flavor combination of shredded seasoned chicken thighs, crispy bacon, cream cheese, hot sauce, and spicy jalapeños in this Jalapeño Popper Chicken Casserole. Topped with melted cheese, it bakes to a golden perfection.
Get the Recipe: Jalapeño Popper Chicken Casserole

Loaded Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole

Loaded broccoli cauliflower casserole in a baking dish garnished with green onions.
Loaded Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Steamed broccoli and cauliflower are combined with a creamy cheese sauce and bacon in this Loaded Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole. It’s a delicious weeknight dinner choice, ready in just 30 minutes.
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Cheesy Beef Casserole with Cauliflower Rice and Spinach

Cheesy beef casserole with cauliflower rice and spinach being spooned out of a baking dish.
Cheesy Beef Casserole with Cauliflower Rice and Spinach. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Try this Cheesy Beef Casserole with Cauliflower Rice and Spinach for a flavorful and filling option. Ground beef, cauliflower rice, spinach, and cheddar cheese come together in this quick 30-minute dish.
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Sausage Breakfast Casserole

Sausage breakfast casserole on a plate with a fork.
Sausage Breakfast Casserole. Photo credit: Plays Well With Butter.

Prepare a hearty “brinner” (breakfast for dinner) with this Sausage Breakfast Casserole featuring ground Italian sausage, eggs, and shredded cheese.
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Cheesy Fajita Baked Chicken

Cheesy chicken fajita bake in a baking pan.
Cheesy Fajita Baked Chicken. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Make and enjoy this oven-baked Cheesy Fajita Baked Chicken. The chicken is seasoned with spices and topped with cream cheese, sweet peppers, and mozzarella cheese.
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Lemon Pepper Wings

A serving dish of lemon pepper wings with a wedge of lemon.
Lemon Pepper Wings. Photo credit: Plays Well With Butter.

Try these mouthwatering Lemon Pepper Wings, marinated and baked to perfection. Enjoy the zesty combination of juicy and crispy wings with a delightful lemon pepper flavor.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Pepper Wings

Keto Chicken Nuggets

Keto chicken nuggets on a plate with a cup of dipping sauce.
Keto Chicken Nuggets. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Try making these crispy Keto Chicken Nuggets. Made with canned chicken and coated in crushed pork rinds, they are baked to perfection, offering a quick and flavorful dinner option.
Get the Recipe: Keto Chicken Nuggets

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