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Quick, Delicious & Nutritious Recipes for Busy Parents & Littles

Finding time to prepare healthy meals can be a challenge whether you're a very pregnant mama, a parent of a new solid food eater, or a family on-the-go. Between managing work, kids, and household responsibilities, it's easy to resort to quick, convenient, but often unhealthy options. However, with a little planning and some easy recipes up your sleeve, you can whip up delicious and nutritious meals for yourself and family without spending hours in the kitchen.

Whether you're going to meal prep for your postpartum journey or you're about to have a busy week with the kiddos, meal prep is a life saver. So, if you don't already own a slow cooker, invest in one. Crockpot meal prep can be made in bulk, is super easy to prep, popped into the freezer and then dropped into the Crockpot in the morning to have a delicious meal for dinner later that evening.


Here are a few simple and tasty Crockpot recipes that are perfect for busy families. Just throw everything into a freezer bag to prep beforehand and place in the fridge for next day cooking or pop into the freezer for a future dinner. Snag a Ziplock bag holder and Crockpot Liners to help with quick, less mess, prepping and cooking too.


  1. Beef with Broccoli

    • 2 lbs stew beef (cubed)

    • 3 cups chopped broccoli (large)

    • 1/2 cup brown sugar

    • 1 cup beef broth

    • 1/2 cup soy sauce

    • 2 Tbs sesame oil

    • 2 cloves minced garlic

    • 2 Tbs cornstarch

    • 2 Tbs water

      All ingredients except cornstarch and water, slow cook on low for 6.5 hours. 30 minutes before end add cornstarch and water then finish cooking.


  2. Chicken Teriyaki

    • Small bag baby carrots

    • 1/2 chopped red onion

    • 10 oz can crushed pineapple

    • 7 skinless boneless chicken thighs

    • 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce

    Slow cook on low for 6 to 7 hours.

  3. Lasagna Soup (my favorite)

    • 1 lb ground beef

    • 3 Tsp minced garlic

    • 1 chopped onion

    • 2 Tbs Italian seasoning

    • 1/2 Tsp red pepper flakes

    • Salt and pepper to taste

    • 2 - 14 oz cans diced tomatoes

    • 8 oz can tomato sauce

    • 1 can chicken broth

    • 1 can evaporated milk

    • 8 oven ready lasagna noodles broken into pieces

      All ingredients except noodles, slow cook on low for 7 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours. Add noodles last hour of cooking, top with cheese and cook for remaining time.


By having a few go-to recipes like these on hand, you can save time and ensure that you and your family are eating well-balanced meals, even on your busiest days. Remember, a little planning goes a long way in maintaining a healthy lifestyle for you and your loved ones. For more recipes, parenting tips and advice, be sure to check out YouGotThisMamas.com. From pregnancy to toddlerhood, we've got you covered with helpful resources to support you on your parenting journey.

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