Jul 09 2026
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Combo 13-kids Combo Recipe

Time50m
Serves4

Make Combo 13-kids Combo Recipe in just 50m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Combination Dinners

Method

Combination Dinners

  1. 1

    Prep and preheat

    Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Rinse and pat dry the lettuce and fruit; set aside. If potatoes are not pre-cut, cut into evenly sized fries.

  2. 2

    Fries prep and bake

    Cut potatoes into evenly sized sticks. Toss with olive oil and 1.5 tsp salt. Spread in a single layer on one baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp and golden.

  3. 3

    Chicken nuggets breading station

    In a shallow bowl, place flour mixed with paprika and garlic powder. In a second bowl, beat eggs. In a third bowl, mix breadcrumbs with a pinch of salt. Dredge chicken pieces in flour mixture, dip in eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs. Lightly spray all nuggets with cooking spray.

  4. 4

    Bake nuggets

    Place chicken nuggets on a lined baking sheet. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12-15 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and cooked through.

  5. 5

    Slider patties

    Shape ground beef into four small patties. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Sear in a hot pan or grill 2-3 minutes per side. Top each patty with a cheese slice to melt.

  6. 6

    Toast buns and assemble burgers

    Slice buns and place them cut-side down on a skillet for 1-2 minutes to toast. Layer lettuce on bun bottoms, add beef patty with melted cheese, and top with the bun.

  7. 7

    Corn on the cob

    Boil or microwave corn. If boiling, simmer 4-6 minutes. After cooking, brush with butter and season with 0.5 tsp salt.

  8. 8

    Fruit cup

    Wash and dice watermelon and pineapple. Halve the grapes. Combine all fruit in a serving bowl to create a colorful fruit cup.

  9. 9

    Serve with milk

    Pour 4 cups of milk into kid-friendly cups to accompany the meal.

  10. 10

    Plating

    Arrange two sliders, 3-4 chicken nuggets, a portion of fries, two corn ears, a generous fruit cup, and a small glass of milk on each plate.

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