As a work-at-home dad, I cook for my kids.
For me, cooking is an opportunity to give them healthy food (no MSG, with no excessive salt/seasoning).
Cooking with my kids can be a great way to get them interested in healthy food.
Not only does it provide a learning opportunity, but it allows kids to feel proud of what they’ve created.
But sometimes, creating simple and tasty recipes for young palates can sometimes be challenging.
That’s why I’m here to share some simple cooking recipes perfect for kids!
These easy-to-follow recipes use ingredients you likely already have and don’t require fancy kitchen gadgets or techniques.
The best part is the results will still taste delicious! Whether your child is just starting in the kitchen or needs something quick and easy after school, these kid-friendly dishes will please even picky eaters.
So let’s get started making yummy meals together!
From simple egg mayo sandwiches to stir-fry vegetables—there’s something here for everyone. Getting creative and adding special touches can make each recipe unique and memorable.
Ready to start cooking? Let’s go!
Egg Mayo Sandwich
Unsurprisingly, kids are often eager to try making one of these delicious meals! With this super simple recipe for an egg mayo sandwich, even young chefs can easily create a kid-friendly masterpiece.
To make an egg mayo sandwich, crack two eggs into a bowl and whisk them together with a fork until they are smooth.
Then, spread some mayonnaise on both sides of your favourite bread—white or whole wheat toast!
Top one slice with grated cheese and pour the beaten eggs onto the other slice before covering it with the cheese side facing outwards.
Finally, pop it into a preheated skillet over medium heat and cook until golden brown on each side.
Enjoy your tasty Egg Mayo Sandwich!
Chicken Cheese Tortilla
As a kid, I always loved chicken and cheese together! This chicken cheese tortilla is so simple to make and super kid-friendly.
Enjoy this delicious treat with friends or family!
Chicken Cheese Tortilla
Ingredients
- Shredded cooked chicken
- Grated cheese (mix of cheddar and mozzarella)
- Wrap bread or tortilla
- Butter or margarine
- Add some seasoning (optional)
Instructions
- Spread the softened butter over one side of the tortilla. On top of that layer, the shredded chicken is followed by the grated cheese.
- Fold up two opposite sides of the wrap towards each other, then flip it over before rolling it up tightly.
- Toast until golden brown in a skillet or oven for about two to three minutes and shut the heat off.
- Cover the tortilla with cling foil for a few minutes before serving (for the cheese to melt perfectly).
Notes
Chicken Cheese Pizza (Using Tortilla)
It’s time to get creative in the kitchen! Let’s make something new and delicious—a chicken cheese pizza using tortillas.
It’s so simple that even kids can do it, yet full of flavour that will have everyone returning for more.
Chicken Cheese Pizza (Using Tortilla)
Ingredients
- Pre-cooked grilled chicken strips or diced pieces
- Wrap
- Tomato sauce
- Mozzarella cheese
- Toppings (mushrooms, sweetcorn or peppers)
Instructions
- Start with some pre-cooked grilled chicken strips or diced pieces.
- Grab the wrap, spread on some tomato sauce and sprinkle over some mozzarella cheese.
- Add the chicken and layer it onto the wrap and any other toppings you fancy, such as mushrooms, sweetcorn or peppers.
- Top it off with another sprinkling of cheese before popping it into the oven until golden brown—yum!
This recipe is easy to adjust depending on your home ingredients and how much spice you want to add.
The result? A tasty treat that the whole family can enjoy together!
Fried Rice with Grilled Chicken
Let’s move on to the next fun snack: fried rice with grilled chicken!
Fried Rice with Grilled Chicken
Ingredients
- Cooked white rice
- Sliced grilled chicken pieces
- Scrambled eggs
- Onions and carrots (cut diced)
- Oil
Instructions
- Heat some oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
- Then add the diced vegetables, such as onions and carrots and cook them until they are tender.
- Add the cooked white rice and mix everything until it combines well.
- Next, crack two or three eggs into the pan and scramble them lightly before adding the grilled chicken strips.
- Lastly, seasoning the whole thing with salt and pepper to taste before stirring everything one last time to combine all the ingredients nicely.
Notes
And there you have it—tasty fried rice with grilled chicken ready for your children to enjoy!
Steam Rice with Soup
We’ve all heard that kids are picky eaters and don’t usually like to try new foods, but what if there was an easy way to make them love cooking and eating simultaneously?
Well, it’s true!
Steam rice with soup is one of the easiest recipes for kids. It requires minimal ingredients, little preparation, and no fancy equipment.
Plus, you can add whatever flavours or vegetables your child likes best—making it a perfect dish for any kid who wants to be a chef in their kitchen.
Making steamed rice with soup isn’t hard; combine cooked rice with vegetable broth, seasonings (whatever you have), and any veggies your kids enjoy. Heat everything together until the soup is hot, then let it simmer for about 20 minutes.
This quick recipe makes enough food for several servings so everyone can get full without moving away from their plate too quickly!
Your kids will love this simple yet delicious meal—plus, it gives them a chance to practice their culinary skills while having fun.
Side note: Try different types of soup, such as chicken soup, old cucumber or white radish soup, to give some varieties throughout the week!
Macaroni with Soup
Making macaroni with soup is easy and fun to get kids involved with cooking. It’s a simple dish that can be prepared in no time.
I boil the macaroni until it’s al dente, then drain the excess water. Next, I add the soup of my choice—usually chicken or beef broth-based—into the pot. Lastly, I stir in some shredded cheese for added flavour and texture.
The best part about this recipe is that you can customise it however you want; feel free to add any extra ingredients, like diced vegetables or herbs, to make it more interesting.
Plus, there are plenty of options for choosing your favourite type of cheese!
The final result is delicious and highly nutritious—perfect for those busy days when you don’t have much time to prepare a meal.
This simple dish makes an ideal meal for children who love their pasta but also need their nutrition on point!
Stir-Fry Vegetables
Well, it’s time to move on from soup and macaroni and try something more edible! Let’s stir-fry some vegetables.
Stir-frying is a technique used in Chinese cooking that can be done quickly and preserves the crunchy texture of vegetables—perfect for those who don’t like their veggies too mushy!
Stir-Fry Vegetables
Ingredients
- Fresh vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots or mushrooms)
- Stir-fry sauce (can make this by yourself with soy sauce, garlic powder and sesame oil)
- Stir-fry noodles Optional
- Oil
Instructions
- Heating a wok or pan over high heat.
- Add oil.
- Then add chosen vegetables along with the sauces.
- Keep stirring until everything starts to cook through; lower the heat slightly if needed so nothing burns.
- Serve as is or over steamed rice or noodles.
It’s Time to Eat
Reflecting on the tasty, simple recipes I’ve shared today, I remember my childhood.
Each time I cooked these dishes with my family, it reminded me that we were all together. We would laugh and smile as the aroma filled our home—a smell forever ingrained in my memory.
Each meal brought us closer together; each bite tasted sweeter than the last.
It didn’t matter what ingredients we used or how long it took to make—there was something special about cooking for those you love. The act expresses care and appreciation that can bridge the distance between two souls.
These recipes are more than just meals; they’re memories waiting to happen!
Whether your child enjoys eating them or helping you to prepare them, the experience will remain etched into their hearts like a treasure chest of moments never forgotten. Allowing children to share in the joys of cooking is beneficial and incredibly rewarding.
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