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Thank you for making these weekly meal plans such a favorite around here. It honestly makes the time I spend putting them together feel so worth it. I’ve got another great week lined up with plenty of variety and quick, delicious dinners to make your nights easier.
Hearty, Delicious Meal Plan
Some weeks just need a plan you don’t have to think about. These five dinners are simple, reliable, and the kind everyone actually eats without complaints. I’ve also included a free printable shopping list to make the week even easier. If you want more options, you can browse all my other weekly meal plans here.
Feeds 4–6 + Includes a Grocery List
This free weekly meal plan takes the guesswork out of dinner with five delicious, family-friendly recipes and a cute shopping list to make your week easier.
Quick and Easy Stromboli
This quick and easy Stromboli gets loaded with Italian salami, pepperoni, pizza sauce and cheese. It’s so quick, easy and delicious you will want to make it again and again!
Creamy Sausage Tortellini Skillet
This sausage tortellini skillet is perfect for a creamy and savory dinner that is simple and tastes amazing with all the flavors blended together. It is a family favorite!
Meatloaf Muffins
Juicy mini meatloaf muffins with caramelized edges and tender centers. Made in a muffin pan for an easy, weeknight dinner. Ready in about 25 minutes.
Beef Taco Salad
Beef taco salad is a delicious and simple family favorite, perfect for summer evenings! Packed with your favorite taco essentials like beans, corn, avocado, and fresh cilantro, it’s bursting with flavor and sure to become a staple dish!
Chicken Chow Mein
This delicious Chicken Chow Mein is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal that your entire family will love! It’s made with fresh veggies, noodles, and sautéed chicken, tossed in a simple chow mein sauce.
Why I Stick With Weekly Meal Planning
When life gets busy, having dinner figured out is one less thing to stress about. Here are a few more reasons why I stick with it!
- Save money: Groceries aren’t cheap. If you’re planning ahead, that means fewer impulse buys and less food waste.
- Save time: No more 5 PM fridge stares or that “what’s for dinner?” panic.
- Eat better: If I have a meal plan in place, I’m way less likely to grab takeout out of desperation.
Each weekly meal plan also comes with a free printable shopping list that’s already measured and organized for you. Just print it, grab what you need at the store, and enjoy these quick and simple dinners.
What to Serve with This Week’s Meals
Storing Leftovers
I only plan dinners Monday through Friday. Weekends are our time to relax, be spontaneous, or treat ourselves to something fun. If you’ve got leftovers from the week, store them in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy a no-cook night when you need it most.
This story originally appeared on TheRecipeCritic
