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Meal Plan 72 will help not worry about dinner this week! It is packed with simple recipes that the entire family will love. We even show you how to use your leftovers to create another meal!

Save time and eat well by using your leftovers! Scroll to the bottom to see how we used our leftovers for a quick lunch or dinner the next day.

These Weekly Meal Plans are a great way to never wonder what’s for dinner! For more ideas, see Meal Plan 71, Meal Plan 70 and Meal Plan 69.

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Before heading to the store, print this easy to use Shopping List! We recommend shopping your pantry first as you may already have the majority of the ingredients. This helps to save time and money.

Monday – Zucchini Lasagna

If you are looking for a low-carb and gluten-free lasagna recipe, make this Zucchini Lasagna.

Cheesy zucchini lasagna in a white baking dish.
Zucchini Lasagna
Layers of cheese, zucchini, and ground beef sauce make for a family favorite meal idea.
Zucchini Lasagna

Tuesday – Crock Pot Turkey Bolognese

Enjoy Crock Pot Turkey Bolognese without any guilt because this meal is healthy and delicious. And you can never go wrong serving it with spaghetti pasta and Garlic Bread Cheese Sticks.

Crock Pot Turkey Bolognese
Making this Crock Pot Turkey Bolognese is so easy to make and loaded with flavor. The simple ingredients make this recipe a perfect weeknight meal.
Crock Pot Turkey Bolognese

Wednesday – Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken

Make weeknight cooking simple with this flavorful Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken. You can serve this with pasta and these delicious Grilled Zucchini Spears.

Lemon chicken in a white saucepan with a wooden spoon.
Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken
Pan-seared chicken breasts cook in a silky, creamy, garlicky sauce with the hint of fresh lemon. This delicious one-pot recipe cooks in about 20 minutes!
Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken

Thursday – Manicotti

Enjoy a delicious Manicotti recipe that makes dinnertime easy. And you’ll love this comforting dish more when served with these Copycat Olive Garden Breadsticks.

A baking dish with cheesy, baked lasagna rolls reminiscent of manicotti, topped with tomato sauce and sprinkled parsley; a wooden spoon rests inside, with one roll missing, on a marble surface next to a striped towel and parsley.
Manicotti
Cheese-stuffed pasta baked in a rich marinara sauce and topped with bubbly melted cheese is a quick and delicious pasta dish that makes dinnertime a breeze!
Manicotti

Friday – Ground Chicken Burgers

Savor the taste of juicy Ground Chicken Burgers that are easy to prepare and a healthier option for any burger craving. Along with these less greasy Air Fryer French Fries.

Three chicken burgers with lettuce, tomatoes and onions.
Ground Chicken Burgers
Make these Juicy Ground Chicken Burgers that are seasoned with simple spices and cook in about 10 minutes on the grill!
Ground Chicken Burgers

Breakfast – Chorizo Breakfast Burrito

Start your day right with a hearty Chorizo Breakfast Burrito. Quick to make and perfect for meal prep or on-the-go breakfasts.

Mexican breakfast burrito on a plate.
Chorizo Breakfast Burrito
Make these Hearty Chorizo Breakfast Burritos in 30 minutes for a make-ahead breakfast win! Chorizo, fluffy eggs, potatoes & melty cheese wrapped in a warm tortilla for a quick and hearty breakfast on the go!
Chorizo Breakfast Burrito

Dessert – Lemon Meringue Pie

From the Flaky Crust to the Fluffy Meringue topping, this delicious and tarty Lemon Meringue Pie makes the best dessert!

Lemon Meringue Pie
This Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe bakes in about 35 minutes and is easy to prep with these step-by-step instructions making it the best dessert
Lemon Meringue Pie

I created the Lazy Day cooking club to get dinner quicker and to save money. This clubs teaches you how to spend 2 minutes throwing dinner in the crockpot in the morning and come home with dinner waiting on you.

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Ways to Use Leftovers

  • Zucchini Lasagna – Dice up your leftovers and make Lasagna Soup by simmering in 2 cups of broth with a spoon of marinara sauce. Delicious and flavorful!
  • Turkey Bolognese – Make sure Microwave Baked Potatoes and top with the leftovers for a quick lunch the next day.
  • Lemon Garlic Chicken – I keep things simple with these leftovers and serve it over Jasmine Rice Recipe. You can even dice up the chicken and make Chicken Quesadillas Recipe.
  • Ground Chicken Burgers – Dice up the burgers and make burger bowls with lettuce, diced tomatoes and pickles with a drizzle of Smash Burger Sauce right before serving.

If you try any of these recipes, please leave us a comment to let us know how they turned out! We love hearing from you.

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Hi, Iโ€™m Carrie Barnard โ€” a professional food blogger with over 14 years of experience helping busy families make dinner fast, easy, and affordable.

At Eating on a Dime, I share simple, budget-friendly recipes that are tested in my own kitchen and approved by my 8 kids. With millions of readers each month, I’m here to help you cook real food for real families โ€” without the stress.

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