If dinner took place on its own, we would all be dreaming. Until that miracle happens, this weekly meal plan will help you. Quick and delicious recipes There are also leftovers that make you feel like you have life figured out.
Dinner this week is delicious
Every day, “What should I eat for dinner?” Discussion, okay. This week’s meal plan is full of simple, family favorites that will take the stress out of dinnertime. And you can also enjoy some quiet time at the table.
- monday: Chicken Pesto Pasta
- tuesday: Homemade Shepherd’s Pie
- wednesday: Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon
- thursday: Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken Tacos
- friday: One Pot Swamp Soup
Chicken Pesto Pasta
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Chicken pesto pasta is made creamy with parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and heavy cream. Fresh basil pesto coats this pasta and chicken for the perfect flavor in every bite. This is a quick and easy recipe that everyone will love!
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Shepherd’s Pie
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This easy shepherd’s pie recipe is made with a savory ground beef base, vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes. This is a filling meal ahead for a busy weeknight or Sunday dinner!
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Air Fryer Teriyaki Glazed Salmon
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Juicy salmon fillets air-fried to perfection and coated in a glossy homemade teriyaki glaze. Dinner you can enjoy comfortably in just 30 minutes!
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Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken Tacos
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Transform your taco night with these 4-ingredient Slow Cooker Ranch Tacos! The chicken is perfectly shredded and full of flavor. Dinner has never been easier!
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swamp soup
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Don’t be fooled by the name. This hearty soup with sausage, potatoes, and vegetables is cozy, comforting, and even more delicious than you think!
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How much do you feed?
This free weekly meal plan is just what you need to start your week off right. We provide 5 meals. Will feed 4-6 people (Depending on whether you are feeding adults or children) And it even includes a shopping list!
Why should you care about meal planning?
- Reduce last-minute scrambling: No more panicking at 5pm, stay calm and confident and think, “I did this.”
- Fewer decisions:Take the guesswork out of your evening and save your mental energy for everything else.
- Shopping Smarter:You’ll buy what you actually need and waste less food and money.
- More enjoyable meals:Planning makes dinner feel less rushed and more meaningful.
- Healthier choices:Planning ahead makes it easier to eat balanced, nutritious meals.
A little sweetness to end the week
thanksgiving
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apple dump cake
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My weekly meal plan always includes a printable shopping list that I measure out and have ready to go. It makes things so easy!
Save leftovers for meal planning
Weekends can be unpredictable, so I stick to Monday-Friday. Sometimes we go out, sometimes we live on leftovers, and I’m not mad about it. Store your leftovers in an airtight container and call it a victory.
