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Baked Crispy Potato Chicken

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This recipe is adapted from one I found in a magazine to make it a little easier. It has less fat and fewer calories than fried chicken, with plenty of crispy flavor.

By Ryan

Kids' Choice Healthilicious Pineapple Smoothie

4

This is my kids' favorite smoothie! The main flavors of this smoothie are pineapple and vanilla but it is full of antioxidants from berries and spinach! Great way to get your greens.

By Laurie C.

Tropical Zucchini Carrot Muffins

4

Super scrumptious way to use up the summer zucchini harvest.

By bran

Jicama Zebra Fries

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Ever wonder what to do when you have too much jicama? Here's a quick guide to making a quick snack. Best served with barbeque sauce. The stripes on the fries are caused by the moisture escaping the jicama and creating fissures where the starch from the jicama collects and browns.

By Darren H

No Cook Applesauce

10

Yummy applesauce for the whole family. This serving size is for a crowd so you might want to make it smaller. Everyone will love it.

By Tina M.

Baked Kale Chips

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These are a low calorie nutritious snack. Like potato chips, you cannot stop at just eating one. They are great for parties and a good conversation topic.

By LucyDelRey

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Baked Tortilla Chips

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Tasty baked tortilla chips you make at home that are much better than store bought chips. Serve with your choice of salsas and garnishes.

By Michele O'Sullivan

Playgroup Granola Bars

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My girlfriend brought these granola bars over for a playgroup one morning and ever since they've been a staple! My son requests them almost daily so I usually triple the recipe and make 2 trays so we have plenty on hand.

By PREGOCOOK

Baked Honey Mustard Chicken

2022

Quick and easy to prepare, and the kids love it too!

By Mary Annthipie Bane

Extra Easy Hummus

530

Tahini-free hummus that only takes minutes, and is a favorite with my kids.

By Donalyn

Berry Fruit Salad

14

Mixture of different delicious berries.

By faulknor

Awesome Broccoli Marinara

107

This is a great quick version of an Italian traditional side dish in our family all the way from Italy. You can use fresh tomatoes and basil. However, as a mother of four, I opt for the quick method as I'm sure other parents of small ones can appreciate. The kids really love this dish too. Buon Appetito!

By Debra

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10 Chicken Dinners That Kids Love

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Annie's Fruit Salsa and Cinnamon Chips

Annie's Fruit Salsa and Cinnamon Chips

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Apple Ladybug Treats

Apple Ladybug Treats

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Easy, Healthy Snacks Kids Can Make

Easy, Healthy Snacks Kids Can Make

Spicy Baked Sweet Potato Fries

Spicy Baked Sweet Potato Fries

445

Seasoned Baked Potato Wedges

I made these for our New Year's dinner with pork chops and green beans. Everyone loved them!

More Healthy Kid Recipes

Baked Tortilla Chips

399

Tasty baked tortilla chips you make at home that are much better than store bought chips. Serve with your choice of salsas and garnishes.

By Michele O'Sullivan

Playgroup Granola Bars

1450

My girlfriend brought these granola bars over for a playgroup one morning and ever since they've been a staple! My son requests them almost daily so I usually triple the recipe and make 2 trays so we have plenty on hand.

By PREGOCOOK

Strawberry Pie Filling

46

A quick and simple recipe to turn fresh picked-strawberries into a decadent pie filling. Use to make pies, top cheesecakes, or just simply serve over ice cream.

By fotoe!78

Baked French Fries I

1250

This is an easy way to make a great side dish for burgers!

By Ashlee

Hawaiian Chicken Kabobs

563

These kabobs are tender, sweet, and delicious. They're easy to make and only require a few ingredients.

By dailyn2003

Extra Easy Hummus

527

Tahini-free hummus that only takes minutes, and is a favorite with my kids.

By Donalyn

Granola Bars

85

Quick, easy granola bars.

By Naomi Ansano

Skewered Grilled Potatoes

107

New potatoes coated in a rosemary and garlic marinade then skewered and grilled.

By kimberlyj

Granola Bars III

285

Absolutely delicious! Granola bars with honey, nuts and raisins. These make a great snack!

By IHARVEY

Carrot, Apple, and Zucchini Muffins

27

I'm learning to eat a more healthy diet. I couldn't find a recipe for all the ingredients that I wanted in my muffins, so I made up my own. They're yummy and they have so many healthy ingredients! This recipe makes 24 muffins or 12 mini-loaves.

By Judith Fowler

Cranberry Nut Granola Bars

137

This is one fast and totally addicting recipe. It's easy to adjust to your tastes or what's in your cupboard - try adding chocolate chips, coconut, raisins, cherries or a spoonful of peanut butter. You'll be making this every week.

By SeattleFarmersMarketGirl

Salt and Pepper Skillet Fries

27

These quick and easy French fries made in a skillet are sure to please.

By miskyn

Berry Fruit Salad

12

Mixture of different delicious berries.

By faulknor

Red, White, and Blueberry Fruit Salad

48

This is an easy, refreshing fruit salad that's been in our family for years. We usually reserve it for patriotic days, but it can be enjoyed all year long.

By JoAnn Cambareri

Corn Tortillas

155

This is the real thing! A simple mixture of masa harina and water results in the most wonderful corn tortillas you ever tasted. The secret is to use a cast iron pan! You can buy masa harina at Mexican grocery stores or in the ethnic food aisle of large supermarkets.

By jenn

Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Tortilla Chips

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The fun of this recipe is that it can be tailored to your tastes. I'm a 'throw it in and see how it turns out' kind of cook, so please adjust the recipe to fit your own tastes. This recipe is best used immediately, as fresh fruit doesn't keep well in the refrigerator. If you prefer baked cinnamon chips, arrange the tortilla triangles in a single layer on a lightly greased baking sheet. Spray with cooking spray, sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon, and bake 5 to 10 minutes in an oven preheated to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Watch them closely so they don't burn!

By CRISSYF

Spicy Baked Sweet Potato Fries

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These are so tasty your family won't believe they are eating healthy! Nothing this good for you should taste so good...or be this easy to cook. These are delicious plain, but may be dipped in honey mustard sauce, ketchup, or even guacamole.

By DRUMNWRITE

Grilled Chicken and Potato Foil Packs

47

Moist, flavorful chicken with potatoes, onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms cooked on the grill in foil packs, makes clean-up a breeze!

By alaskaninthesouth

Awesome Broccoli Marinara

107

This is a great quick version of an Italian traditional side dish in our family all the way from Italy. You can use fresh tomatoes and basil. However, as a mother of four, I opt for the quick method as I'm sure other parents of small ones can appreciate. The kids really love this dish too. Buon Appetito!

By Debra

Ants on a Log

101

This is a fun snack that kids can make. It consists of artfully arranged celery, peanut butter, and raisins.

By Michele O'Sullivan

Autumn Apple Salad II

142

A sweet, tart, crunchy side dish that is especially nice in the fall.

By daisy

Kale Chips

210

Crispy, crunchy, and nutritious! I used Spanish sherry vinegar, but any vinegar you like the flavor of will work. I checked every 10 minutes or so and turned some pieces over. I also found I didn't mind if there were a few softer parts on some of the kale leaves, I liked the combination of crisp and softer parts.

By Theresa Peters

Baked French Fries II

255

I like these fries because they have a great flavor. These go well with salmon patties.

By Fred Hoffman

Strawberry-Yogurt Shake

14

This quick strawberry shake is great on hot summer days.

By Jackie

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