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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
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!View Recipe
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!View Recipe
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!View Recipe
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!
print meal plan and shopping list here
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.