Do you struggle with coming up with ADHD-friendly meals? Check out these 10 simple meals designed with your brain in mind!
What’s one thing that you absolutely struggle with when it comes to ADHD?
For many of us, it’s all things food.
The cooking, the planning, the cleaning up… it can get overwhelming.
And those recipes that have 20 ingredients and a mile-long list of instructions? No thanks.
My other site, No Getting Off This Train, is where I post all things food-related. I have meal planning tips, easy recipes, and more. And today I’m sharing ten of my recipes with you!
Keep scrolling to find each recipe, and you can click each one to get to the full post. Or keep reading for extra tips on cooking with ADHD!
What Makes a Recipe ADHD-Friendly?
I don’t think there’s an exact definition, but here’s what I look for when it comes to ADHD-friendly recipes:
- Few ingredients and steps: One of the symptoms of ADHD is executive dysfunction, where it’s hard to make decisions and determine what’s most important. This really helps with the overwhelm!
- Less prep required: I don’t mind chopping up one or two things, but I can’t handle much more than that.
- Healthy but easy: I like simple recipes that still have a good amount of nutrients in them. These keep my energy levels high and stabilize my blood sugar so I don’t crash.
How to make cooking easier
Even when you have those easy meals, cooking can still be overwhelming. Here are some cooking tips that help me:
- Buy pre-chopped produce or do a little meal prep ahead of time
- Get out all the ingredients before you start cooking
- Keep “like” ingredients together in the pantry or fridge, to make them easier to find
- Put on some music or your favorite podcast to make the time go faster. This is my favorite tip because this just makes these tasks more fun!
ADHD Friendly Recipes
Chunky Monkey Overnight Oats
Get your fill of chocolate and banana with these Chunky Monkey Overnight Oats! They’re creamy, sweet, and meal prep friendly!
Blueberry Oatmeal Smoothie Recipe- A Healthy Snack!
This Blueberry Oatmeal Smoothie tastes just like a blueberry pie! Make this as a cool treat during a hot Summer day!
Sheet Pan Pancakes
Getting tired of regular pancakes? This Sheet Pan Pancake Recipe is the best breakfast for busy mornings. Save time and energy!
5 Ingredient Black Bean Soup
This 5-ingredient black bean soup is the perfect weeknight dinner AND great for a meal prep lunch for the week!
5-Ingredient Salsa Verde Chicken
This Salsa Verde Chicken has only 5 ingredients, is meal prep friendly, and will quickly become a favorite weeknight dinner!
Easy One Pot Cheesy Pasta Recipe
Make dinnertime a snap with this One Pot Cheesy Pasta! It’s creamy, cheesy, and is done in less than 30 minutes!
4-Ingredient Knorr Tuna Broccoli Cheddar Rice
Dinner doesn’t have to be complicated! This Knorr Cheddar Broccoli Tuna Rice only needs 4 ingredients and less than 30 minutes!
4 Ingredient Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken
Need a super easy dinner tonight? This 4-Ingredient Ranch Chicken is made in the slow cooker and is a delicious comfort meal!
Freezer Ravioli Bake
This six-ingredient ravioli bake is a make-ahead freezer meal that’s full of cheese and spaghetti sauce! A great meal prep dinner for a cold day!
Easy Chicken and Noodles Over Mashed Potatoes
This is comfort food at its finest! Try this easy Chicken and Noodles over Mashed Potatoes that’s ready in less than 30 minutes.
Jaime is a Nutrition Coach and professional writer. She enjoys cooking easy meals, running, and learning more about food.
Jaime specializes in helping women with ADHD organize their home and brains in a way that’s do-able and not overwhelming.
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