Sure there are certain foods that still taste good when it goes cold but most of the time, hot food still gives the best taste and eating experience. And after a bunch of long morning classes, your kids may want to have a tasty and relaxing hot meal for their lunch.
With that said, here are 15 hot food school lunch recipes you can pre-made and pack in a thermos or stainless steel lunch box.
15. One Pot Sausage And Veggie Pasta
I’m a fan of one pot dinners. I’ve always made it very clear that I hate washing up. Never more so than right now. It seems like there are an extraordinary amount of dishes and cups and glasses and bowls at the end of the day. So this one pot sausage and veggie pasta is here to save you from washing up!
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If you are new to making takeout-style meals at home, Instant Pot Chicken Fried Rice is the perfect starter meal. It’s so easy to make, and the taste is incredible. You may never buy takeout fried rice again.
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5 ingredient Baked Feta Pasta is a viral sensation! Creamy feta cheese and cherry tomatoes are seasoned with olive oil and baked into a simple yet elegant sauce that is bursting with flavor. You’ll love this quick and easy pasta recipe. Plus, you get an Instant Pot Baked Feta Pasta too.
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12. Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs
No matter if you’re meal prepping or looking for a quick dinner for yourself or the family, these air fryer Turkey Meatballs are the perfect answer. They’re seasoned just right, and pair well with all your favorite sauces, and they’re a quick fix in your air fryer!
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11. Penne Pomodoro
Penne pomodoro is an easy pasta recipe that will please everyone in your family. Making this vegetarian pasta dish in the Instant Pot turns this meal into an easy one pot wonder, perfect for the busiest of weeknights or even for kids lunchbox!
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Homemade air fryer pizza rolls are an easy to make snack or midday meal that both kids and adults will love! You can make these rolls up in less than a half hour and freeze them for later or store them in the refrigerator. Who needs delivery or frozen food when you can have tasty homemade pizza snacks so fast?
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9. Zucchini Macaroni and Cheese
This simple kid friendly Zucchini Macaroni and Cheese comes together in no time for a quick weeknight meal that the whole family will adore. This recipe is also perfect as a non sandwich lunchbox idea.
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8. Creamy Mushroom Spinach Pasta
If there is one meal I can guarantee my family will eat it’s pasta. And this egg free Creamy Mushroom Spinach Pasta is always a winner at my house. It’s the perfect dish for busy weeknights as it comes together in no time at all. And it’s made from simple, easy to find ingredients.
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7. Pasta e Ceci; a.k.a., Pasta and Chickpeas or Healthy Spaghettios
Looking for a delicious one-pot 30-minute vegetarian dinner your whole family will love? Pasta e Ceci; a.k.a., the classic Roman recipe for hearty pasta and chickpeas are the modern day healthy Spaghettios. And OH MY GOSH, they are good!
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Dinner doesn’t have to be fancy or expensive. This Ham and Cheese Crescent Ring uses just 3 ingredients and is on the table in less than 20 minutes.
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5. Roast Beef And Cheddar Crescent Rolls
Soft, fluffy crescent rolls are perfect for busy day meals and these Roast Beef and Cheddar Crescent Rolls will not disappoint!
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Instant Pot Hamburger Helper is an easy weeknight meal your family will love! Made with ground turkey, cheese, noodles and spices, this instant pot beef pasta will be a weeknight dinner winner!
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3. Mandarin Chicken Stir-fry with Green Beans
This Mandarin Chicken Stir-Fry is an easy go-to weeknight dinner, and leftovers can easily be repurposed in a Thermos for stress-free lunch the next day.
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2. Creamy Gnocchi Soup Recipe
Creamy Gnocchi Soup is delicious, easy and full of fresh flavors! This soup is perfect for a comforting dinner on a busy weeknight.
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1. Easy Instant Pot Stuffed Shells
Easy Instant Pot Stuffed Shells make the best comfort dinner recipe ! It’s a one pot magic of jumbo pasta shells, tangy tomato sauce, healthy vegetable filling and cheesy goodness.
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15 Best Hot Food School Lunches
Sure there are certain foods that still taste good when it goes cold but most of the time, hot food still gives the best taste and eating experience. And after a bunch of long morning classes, your kids may want to have a tasty and relaxing hot meal for their lunch.
Ingredients
- One Pot Sausage And Veggie Pasta
- Instant Pot Chicken Fried Rice
- Baked Feta Pasta + Instant Pot Baked Feta Pasta
- Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs
Instructions
- Choose any Hot Food School Lunch Ideas from the post that you like
- Click on the link below the photo to get the full recipes and instructions.
- Try the best Hot Food School Lunch Ideas and share your photo under my pin on Pinterest!
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