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Try Meal Plan 73 to balance out this week’s meals. These recipes are budget friendly, simple to make and kid approved! We even show how to use your leftovers to make another meal to reduce waste.

Scroll to the bottom to see how we turned our leftovers into another meal that the entire family loved.

These Weekly Meal Plans have saved our readers money and time. No need to worry about meal planning when you also have Meal Plan 72, Meal Plan 71, and Meal Plan 70 to check out.

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Monday – Chick-fil-A Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Enjoy the delicious taste of Chick-fil-A at home with the Chick-fil-A Grilled Chicken Sandwich. Make it a filling meal when you pair it with a simple salad.

Chick-fil-a Grilled Chicken Sandwich on a plate with fries.
Chick-fil-A Grilled Chicken Sandwich
You will love the authentic taste without all the preservatives. This sandwich is made with a lean protein and perfect to meal-prep for the week.
Chick-fil-A Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Tuesday – Slow Cooker Meatballs and Gravy

This Slow Cooker Meatballs and Gravy recipe melts away weeknight stress because this rich and hearty dish is ready after a long day at work. Just top it on some white rice and enjoy!

A plate of mashed potatoes topped with slow cooker meatballs drizzled in rich brown gravy. The dish is garnished with chopped herbs. A fork is placed beside the plate on a light-colored tablecloth.
Slow Cooker Meatballs and Gravy
Start with frozen meatballs and top with a delicious gravy mixture that is loaded with flavor and made with simple ingredients.
Slow Cooker Meatballs and Gravy

Wednesday – Grilled Shrimp Marinade

The ingredients for this Grilled Shrimp Marinade are simple and make a delicious summertime recipe that the whole family will love. And for a quick and easy side dish, Grilled Vegetable Packets never fail!

Grilled Shrimp Marinade
All the marinade ingredients combine easily in one bowl in a minutes.
Grilled Shrimp Marinade

Thursday – French Onion Soup

Savor the warm and inviting flavors of French Onion Soup. A simple, yet elegant recipe perfect for any dinner occasion.

A white bowl of French Onion Soup topped with melted cheese and two toasted baguette slices, garnished with chopped parsley, sits on a wooden plate.
French Onion Soup
Classic French Onion Soup is easy to make with deeply caramelized onions, rich broth, and a Gruyère–topped baguette broiled until bubbly.
French Onion Soup

Friday – Beef and Noodle Casserole

Prepare a hearty Beef and Noodle Casserole that cooks in 30 minutes. Perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight dinner. For a healthy side, try these Fried Green Beans.

A baked Noodle Casserole filled with cheesy, saucy egg noodles and sprinkled with fresh herbs, placed on a white surface next to a striped towel and some uncooked noodles.
Beef and Noodle Casserole
All the cozy vibes in one baking pan and combines a rich tomato-beef sauce, twirly egg noodles with a melty cheese topping.
Beef and Noodle Casserole

Breakfast – Sticky Buns

This easy Sticky Bun recipe makes the perfect breakfast, brunch, or dessert. You will love the amazing flavor and how delicious they taste.

A sticky bun topped with chopped pecans and drizzled with caramel sauce sits on a white plate, with a few raspberries in the background.
Sticky Buns
Pillowy cinnamon swirl dough baked to perfection with a buttery, brown sugar pecan caramel topping! Serve this for any occasion for a rich and decadent treat.
Sticky Buns

Dessert – Peach Cobbler Pound Cake

Peach Cobbler Pound Cake is a soft and decadent cake that is baked to perfection. It blends two Southern Classics into one delicious dessert! This show-stopper dessert is perfect for any occasion.

A Peach Cobbler Pound Cake with white glaze and crumb topping sits on a cake stand. Fresh peaches and a dish of chopped nuts are in the background on a white countertop.
Peach Cobbler Pound Cake
Making this pound cake from scratch allows you to use fresh peaches, canned peaches, or frozen.
Peach Cobbler Pound Cake

Make dinnertime even easier by joining our Lazy Day Cooking Club. We show 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. This club has saved our readers a ton of money and time.

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Ways to Use Leftovers

  • Grilled Chicken – Dice up the leftover chicken breast and make Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas for a tasty lunch the next day.
  • Meatballs and Gravy – We love to use the leftover meatballs and make Pasta and Meatballs for an easy meal idea.
  • Grilled Shrimp – Make Fish Tacos Recipe with your leftover shrimp for a quick dinner on a busy weeknight.
  • Beef and Noodle – We love using our leftovers and make this Stuffed Peppers and top with shredded mozzarella for a delicious dish.

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