If the thought of figuring out dinner every night is weighing you down, this week’s meal plan is for you. Everything is simple, familiar, and realistic for real life.
A Meal Plan That Works For You!
If you’re over the daily “what’s for dinner?” debate, I get it. This week is full of simple, family favorites that take the stress out of dinnertime. I’ve included a variety of proteins, pastas, and dishes so you won’t get bored!
- Monday: Amazing Pepper Steak Stir Fry
- Tuesday: Slow Cooker Jambalaya
- Wednesday: Million Dollar Chicken
- Thursday: Korean Beef Noodles
- Friday: Cowboy Casserole
Pepper Steak
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An easy pepper steak made with tender beef, crisp peppers, and a savory sauce you’ll want over everything.
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Slow Cooker Jambalaya
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Slow Cooker Jambalaya with andouille sausage, chicken and shrimp cooked low and slow with bold spices and vegetables with just 10 minutes of prep.
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Million Dollar Chicken
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Million Dollar Chicken features juicy baked chicken topped with a creamy, cheesy layer that’s bursting with flavor. The crispy bacon and crunchy almonds really take this to the next level. Enjoy with rice, pasta, vegetables, or any of your favorite sides!
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Korean Beef Noodles
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Korean Beef Noodles are fast, easy, and perfect for those ‘what’s for dinner?’ nights!
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Cowboy Casserole
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Cowboy Casserole is creamy, cheesy, and topped with crispy tater tots. A hearty, budget-friendly dinner that’s kid-approved and weeknight easy.
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How Many Does it Feed?
It provides five meals that will feed 4-6 (depending on whether you are feeding adults or kids), AND it includes a shopping list!
Why This Works
- Less Last-Minute Scrambling: No more 5 p.m. panic, just a calm, confident “I’ve got this.”
- Fewer Decisions: Take the guesswork out of dinnertime and save your mental energy for everything else.
- Smarter Shopping: You’ll buy what you actually need and waste less food and money.
- Healthier Choices: Planning ahead makes it easier to work in balanced, nutritious meals.
A Little Sweet to Finish the Week
Candy
3 Ingredient Cool Whip Candy
1 hour 34 minutes
Desserts
Copycat Neiman Marcus Chocolate Chip Cookies
32 minutes
Valentine's Day
Valentine’s Day Crack
20 minutes
Desserts
2-Ingredient Red Velvet Cake
35 minutes
I always include a printable shopping list. Everything is measured out and ready to go. It makes things so easy! Just print it off, grab a pen, and mark things off you already have at home, then you can take you list to the store and get the rest!
Storing Leftovers for Meal Planning
I stick to Monday–Friday because, well, weekends are unpredictable. Sometimes we go out, sometimes we live on leftovers, and I’m not mad about it. Just stash any leftovers in an airtight container and call it a win.
