Weekly Meal Plan #59

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Want to save your sanity and actually win at dinner? This weekly meal plan is the secret. Once I started meal planning, the stress lifted, and I finally felt on top of things. The best part? The meals are easy, and the whole family will love them.

Simple Meals For Easy Days

Fall gets busy with school, sports, and seasonal activities, so this plan is a lifesaver. These easy, family-friendly dinners come together fast, are simple to prep, and easy to clean up. Want more ideas? Check out all my other weekly meal plans here.

• Monday:  One-Pan Dumpling Casserole
• Tuesday: Crockpot Tuscan Chicken
• Wednesday: French Onion Pork Chops
• Thursday: Thai Basil Chicken
• Friday: Mexican Haystacks

printable meal plan and shopping list

Feeds 4–6 + Includes a Grocery List

This free 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 & Easy Potsticker Casserole

My potsticker casserole takes the stress out of dinner with all the flavors of potstickers, but in a super easy, 10-minute prep bake. Perfect for busy nights!

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Crockpot Tuscan Chicken

4.43 from 52 votes

Crockpot Tuscan Chicken is delicious juicy and tender chicken breast cooked in a creamy parmesan and sun dried tomato sauce. It takes 10 minutes to prep and the smells alone will have your family asking when dinner is!

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French Onion Pork Chops

French Onion Pork Chops have all of the wonderful flavors of the classic soup in pork chop form! Caramelized onions and seared pork chops are joined with a savory sauce and two types of cheese for an amazing meal. Everything is cooked in one pan for a quick and easy weeknight dinner!

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Thai Basil Chicken

5 from 3 votes

Thai Basil Chicken is a quick and easy chicken dinner that is bursting with fresh flavors. Bell peppers, fresh basil, and a unique blend of sauces make this chicken so crave-able!

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Mexican Haystacks

These fresh and tasty Mexican haystacks are a fun twist on taco night, layered with juicy ground turkey, tangy salsa, and fiery chilies. Pile them high with everyone's favorite toppings, from creamy avocado to crunchy tortilla strips, and wait for the rave reviews to come in!

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Why I Stick With Weekly Meal Planning

When I first started meal planning, I did it to save time, but it’s become so much more; it keeps me sane. When life gets busy, having dinner figured out is one less thing to stress about.

• Save money: Groceries aren’t cheap. Planning ahead 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: With a plan in place, I’m way less likely to grab takeout out of desperation.

Each weekly plan also includes a free printable grocery list that’s already measured and organized. So instead of stressing, you can just print it, grab what you need, and then enjoy how much easier and put-together your life will feel!

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What to Serve with This Week’s Meals

Easy Recipes

Garlic Edamame

10 minutes

Bread

Homemade Breadtwists

1 hour 45 minutes

Side Dishes

Super Easy Crockpot Mashed Potatoes

5 hours 15 minutes

Side Dishes

Cilantro Lime Rice

25 minutes

Storing Leftovers for Meal Planning

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.

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