Make school nights smoother with these stress-free, healthy dinner ideas! These back-to-school crock pot meals are perfect for busy families—quick to prep, loaded with nutritious ingredients, and totally kid-approved. Say goodbye to dinnertime chaos and hello to easy, delicious meals that practically cook themselves!

Copycat Carrabba’s Chicken Bryan

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Enjoy the flavors of Copycat Carrabba’s Chicken Bryan at home with this easy recipe. Tender chicken topped with a creamy lemon butter sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, and tangy goat cheese—perfect for any dinner!

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Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Tortelloni Alfredo

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Bring the flavors of your favorite Italian restaurant home with this easy Chicken Tortelloni Alfredo recipe. Creamy alfredo sauce, tender chicken, and cheesy tortellini come together for a rich, comforting dish that’s perfect for any occasion.

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Checkers Fries in the Air Fryer

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Checkers frozen fries in the air fryer are a total game-changer! In just 15 minutes, you’ll get that iconic crispy crunch on the outside with a soft, fluffy center inside. These seasoned fries make the perfect quick snack or side dish—and your kids will go wild for them dipped in their favorite sauces!

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Air Fryer KFC Fried Chicken

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This air fryer KFC chicken recipe is even better than the original! You know that feeling when you crave a home-cooked meal but don’t have the time to make one? Well, say goodbye to take out and hello to this copycat KFC copycat recipe! All it takes is a little planning ahead – once you get your ingredients together, cooking will be easy peasy. Get ready for finger-lickin’ good taste without all the grease.

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BBQ Chicken Salad

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Smoky chicken, black beans, corn and lots of veggies come together with a delicious dressing to make this easy Air Fryer BBQ chicken salad

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Air Fryer Yankee Pot Roast

Air Fryer Yankee Pot Roast
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When you need a hearty dinner that’s comforting and cozy, make a Yankee pot roast in the air fryer for the family.

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Bacon Cheese Quiche

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Craving Bacon and Egg Quiche but don’t want to whip up a whole one from scratch? This Quiche Lorraine recipe is easy and quick, perfect for those days when you want a savory breakfast or brunch meal fast!

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Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin with Apple Stuffing

Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin with Apple Stuffing – Juicy pork tenderloin served with flavorful apple stuffing.
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Those nights when you need a filling dinner, this pork tenderloin with apple stuffing is the perfect go to.

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Air Fryer Twice Baked Buffalo Chicken Potatoes

Air Fryer Twice Baked Buffalo Chicken Potatoes
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Tender sweet potatoes filled with a buffalo chicken filling and topped with cheese makes these delicious.

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Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Chips

Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Chips
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Slice up some apples and use the air fryer roast them giving you a healthy snack to enjoy throughout the fall season.

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Air Fryer Frozen Empanadas

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A quick meal or snack, frozen empanadas are easy to make in the air fryer. The filled puff pastries are delicious.

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Air Fryer Honey Toast

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With the sweet flavors of warm honey, this toast can be enjoyed for breakfast or as a snack.

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Air Fryer Lipton Onion Soup Mix Burgers

Golden brown Air Fryer Lipton Onion Soup Mix Burgers served on toasted buns with lettuce, tomato, and melted cheese.
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Lipton onion soups gives your burgers an extra boost of flavor and you can cook the burgers in the air fryer for a quick meal.

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