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Take the guesswork out of what to eat for dinner this week and use Meal Plan 87! Stay organized, save time, and enjoy stress-free dinners by having a plan.

Using leftovers helps me stretch my food budget for the week. Make sure to scroll to the bottom to see how we used our leftovers to create another meal.

Weekly Meal Plans helps my family and many of our readers to save time and money! If you like this meal plan, make sure to also check out Meal Plan 86, Meal Plan 85 and Meal Plan 84.

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Monday – Grilled Ham Steak

Whip up this juicy Grilled Ham Steak with a caramelized brown sugar glaze for a quick, flavorful dinner—made even better when served with Grilled Green Beans.

A white plate features a Grilled Ham Steak with charred grill marks, served alongside a portion of cooked green beans.
Grilled Ham Steak
This effortless weeknight meal comes together with just 4 simple ingredients, making it a budget-friendly recipe that’s guaranteed to become a family favorite.
Grilled Ham Steak

Tuesday – Air Fryer Boneless Chicken Wings

Enjoy ultra-crispy Air Fryer Boneless Chicken Wings that cook fast, taste incredible, and pair perfectly with a fresh veggie tray for an easy crowd-pleasing snack or dinner.

A plate of buffalo chicken bites coated in orange sauce, reminiscent of Air Fryer Boneless Chicken Wings, served with celery, carrot sticks, and a cup of white dipping sauce.
Air Fryer Boneless Chicken Wings
These boneless chicken wings are loaded with flavor from a simple seasoning and buffalo sauce—and you still get that crispy bite without marinating or deep-frying.
Air Fryer Boneless Chicken Wings

Wednesday – Cheeseburger Tator Tot Casserole

Savor the cheesy, cozy goodness of Cheeseburger Tator Tot Casserole, an easy crowd-pleasing dinner that goes great with a crisp side salad.

A plate of cheesy cauliflower casserole with ground beef, inspired by Cheeseburger Tator Tot Casserole, topped with melted cheddar cheese and garnished with chopped herbs, served with a fork on a white plate.
Cheeseburger Tator Tot Casserole
This Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole is loaded with ground beef, melty cheese, and crispy tater tots—an easy, comforting dinner that always wins over the whole family.
Cheeseburger Tator Tot Casserole

Thursday – Shrimp Lo Mein

Skip takeout and enjoy this easy, healthy Shrimp Lo Mein at home—just as flavorful as your favorite Chinese restaurant dish, but even better!

A bowl of Shrimp Lo Mein with noodles, sliced red bell peppers, green onions, and sesame seeds, served with chopsticks on the side.
Shrimp Lo Mein
Tender shrimp, crisp veggies, and noodles come together in this flavorful Shrimp Lo Mein, made easy with a simple homemade sauce.
Shrimp Lo Mein

Friday – Taco Pizza

This easy Taco Pizza stacks all your favorite taco toppings on a crispy crust—cheesy, flavorful, and perfect for family dinners or game-day fun!

A pizza topped with melted cheese, ground meat, sliced black olives, chopped tomatoes, green onions, and dollops of sour cream on a metal tray—this taco pizza recipe even has one slice slightly pulled out from the rest.
Taco Pizza
It’s so easy to make on busy weeknights, and the mix of seasoned beef, melted cheese, and fresh toppings always hits the spot—so good, there’s never any leftovers!
Taco Pizza

Breakfast – Banana Bread Mini Muffins

My family loves banana bread, but these Banana Bread Mini Muffins are just as delicious—they bake in minutes, are easy to eat, and freeze perfectly!

Muffins stacked on top of each other with 1 cut in half.
Banana Bread Mini Muffins
These muffins are quick to prep, use simple pantry ingredients, and are freezer-friendly.
Banana Bread Mini Muffins

Dessert – Chocolate Cream Pie

This Chocolate Cream Pie is rich, silky, and completely irresistible—perfect for holidays, birthdays, or any time you’re craving chocolate.

A close-up of a slice from our Chocolate Cream Pie Recipe, featuring a crumbly chocolate crust, creamy chocolate filling, fluffy whipped cream topping, and rich chocolate shavings, being lifted from the whole pie.
Chocolate Cream Pie
Indulge in a smooth, creamy Chocolate Cream Pie with rich homemade chocolate filling, an Oreo crust, and a fluffy whipped cream topping—perfect for any occasion!
Chocolate Cream Pie
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If you are looking for away to get dinner started in less than 2 minutes, check out Lazy Day Cooking Club. These recipes are delicious, made with easy ingredients and are kid friendly.

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Ways to Use Leftovers

  • Grilled Ham Steak – Dice up the leftover ham and make Leftover Ham Casserole for a delicious and tasty meal idea.
  • Chicken Wings – Use your leftovers boneless chicken wings and make Buffalo Chicken Wraps Recipe for a quick lunch the next day.
  • Shrimp Lo Mein – We love to use the leftovers and make Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe for a complete meal idea.
  • Taco Pizza – We always have toppings leftover and love to use it to make these Stuffed Peppers for a delicious meal idea.

If this meal plan helps bring a delicious meal to your table this week, make sure to leave us a comment on the recipe to let us know how it turned out! We love hearing from you.

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Hi, I’m Carrie Barnard — 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 — without the stress.

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