This Simple Family Meal Plan has everything you need for a stress-free week — two casseroles, a creamy chicken salad, crack burgers, honey glazed salmon, a make-ahead breakfast casserole, and orange soda cupcakes for dessert.
In a house with 8 kids a meal plan that covers the whole week without a lot of fuss is exactly what I need. This week has something for everyone from a quick chicken salad lunch to a special Friday salmon dinner. Having the plan set and the groceries bought means the hardest part of the week is already done before Monday even starts.
We hope you have loved our Weekly Meal Plans. If you have missed any, you can still check out Meal Plan 14, Meal Plan #13 and Meal Plan #12.
Why You’ll Love This Meal Plan
- Five completely different dinners
- Two casseroles this week mean two nights of easy one dish cleanup
- The breakfast casserole can be made ahead on Sunday so breakfast is handled all week
- Orange soda cupcakes are fun and budget-friendly at just $0.51 each
- One grocery trip covers the whole week
Printable Shopping List
We have made it even easier using our meal plan, that we have created a shopping list that is sorted by categories. Click the button to save and print your shopping before heading to the store.
Monday – The Best Chicken Salad
We have the Best Chicken Salad Recipe and it is simple to make. This is so creamy and delicious. Serve it over lettuce or on croissants for a great meal everyone can enjoy.
Estimated Cost:Â $15.62 Recipe, $2.60 per Serving
Tuesday – Keto Taco Casserole
With just a few ingredients, this Keto Taco Casserole comes together quickly and easily. This low-carb taco casserole can be served as is but we love to serve it with this Caesar Salad for an easy side dish.
Estimated Cost:Â $15.99, $2.00 per Serving
Wednesday – Crack Burgers
This ground beef recipe is easy to make with simple ingredients. For your next cookout, make this Crack Burger for an impressive meal idea. Pair it with some Grilled Sweet Potatoes for a complete and amazing dinner or lunch!
Estimated Cost:Â $14.29, $3.57 per Servings
Thursday – Chicken Spaghetti Casserole
Chicken Spaghetti Casserole has everything you need for a delicious meal. The creamy chicken, seasonings, and pasta come together for the best comfort food. Plus, it is just so easy to make! Serve it with this Parmesan Roasted Green Beans for an amazing meal!
Estimated Cost:Â $15.99, $2.00 per Serving
Friday – Honey Glazed Salmon
Skip takeout and make this in less time and get a better meal as well. It pairs well with pasta that’s made with this Homemade White Pasta Sauce.
Estimated Cost:Â $28.75, $7.19 per Servings
Breakfast – Breakfast Casserole with Bacon
I’m always looking for easy breakfast ideas and this Breakfast Casserole with Bacon Recipe is just that. This simple casserole is easy to throw together and a filling breakfast idea.
Estimated Cost:Â $10.28, $1.47 per Servings
Dessert – Orange Soda Cupcakes
These orange soda cupcakes are perfect for any occasion. The orange flavor and fun color brings a smile to anyone.
Estimated Cost:Â $6.13, $0.51 per Servings
Prepare dinner even faster with our Lazy Day Cooking Club. We teach you how to spend about 2 minutes throwing dinner in the slow cooker in the morning and it is ready for you when return home.
Easy Side Dish Ideas
Ways to Use Leftovers
- Chicken Salad – If you have leftovers, serve the chicken salad over garden salad or make it in a wrap.
- Keto Taco Casserole – Take your taco casserole leftovers and serve them over tortilla chips for a delicious Ground Beef Oven Nachos.
- Crack Burgers – My family loves to use the leftover burgers to make a delicious bowl that is loaded with a green salad, onions, diced tomatoes and avocados.
- Honey Glazed Salmon – Dice the salmon and make Grilled Salmon Tacos for a delicious way to serve the leftovers.
This Simple Family Meal Plan keeps dinner easy, affordable, and stress-free all week long — one grocery trip and the whole week is handled.
If you try any of these recipes leave a star rating and a comment on the recipe — I love hearing which dinner became your family’s favorite this week!
