Researchers have found that families who share meals together on a regular basis reap many benefits. Not only do family dinners provide an opportunity for family members to come together, but also the meals tend to be healthier and children tend to eat a wider variety of foods.
If you’re looking to cut out fast food and processed meals and replace them with more cozy family dinners, here are some simple tips to help you work toward this goal.
First thing’s first: You need to plan the menu. To do this, take into consideration everyone’s dietary and taste preferences. You don’t want to spend time and money preparing foods that no one will eat. Also, make sure the menu is well-balanced and includes a main dish and a couple of side dishes.
Chicken is a great protein because it’s versatile and almost everyone will eat it. That’s why it’s frequently served at weddings! You can offer both dark and white meat, or you can prepare the meat in different ways. Add a basket of warm cornbread and fresh vegetables and you have a healthy, nutritious meal with something for everyone.
Choose where you plan to serve dinner. While eating at home is important, you can still have cozy family dinners out at restaurants. Balance is key! La Rosa Chicken and Grill serves healthy chicken dishes like grilled chicken wraps, fresh salads, roasted chicken and fried chicken. You can order in or take the family out!
To make things, we have affordable family meals that include chicken, sides and cornbread, or you can let everyone order their own meal. You can also feel good knowing that we do not use fillers or chemically-flavored, low-grade food products. Our chicken is high in quality and our menu is designed to be healthy.
And, with locations in Staten Island and New Jersey, you can pick the location that’s most convenient for you!
Getting the kids involved with cooking is another way to enjoy more cozy dinners with the family. Have them pick their favorite recipes, shop for ingredients and help with preparing the meal. This will make them more open to trying new foods, and ultimately, enjoying more experiences with their family.
When you dine in or order from La Rosa Chicken and Grill, kids can order their very own meal. They can choose from chicken tenders, drumsticks or macaroni and cheese. Each meal comes with a choice of one side, cornbread and a drink. Skip the burgers and fries!
Make a commitment to share more dinners with your family. It’s a wonderful way to reconnect after a busy day while also supporting nutritious and well-balanced eating habits.