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Life feels extra chaotic this time of year, doesn’t it? Between work, school, events, and everything in between, figuring out what’s for dinner can feel like one more thing on an already overflowing plate. That’s where meal planning saves the day. I’ve put together a collection of 7 easy, crowd-pleasing recipes that will keep things stress-free in the kitchen while still delivering meals everyone will love. These are simple, realistic dinners that don’t require specialty ingredients or hours of prep. Whether it’s the cosy comfort of a Chicken Korma Bake or the vibrant flavors of Prawn Saganaki, this week’s plan is about saving time, money, and stress. Let’s simplify your week and get everyone around the table—no complaints, no wasted food, and no unnecessary stress!
Tender lasagne sheets, shredded chicken, broccoli and a creamy, garlicky cheese sauce, all cooked in the one pan. One-pan Chicken and Broccoli Lasagne is freezer-friendly, too!
One-pan Beef Ramen Noodles is an easy, flavoursome stir-fry featuring juicy beef, ramen noodles and fresh veggies in a hoisin-based sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights!
This Meatloaf with a Tangy Tomato Glaze is juicy, flavour-packed and perfect for cosy family dinners any night of the week. Serve it with mashed potatoes and greens for a comforting meal!
These Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas are a comforting family favourite. Packed with tender chicken, corn and cheese, smothered in a quick homemade enchilada sauce, then topped with pickled onions and smashed avocado – these enchiladas are everything you want for a satisfying dinner, made easy.
Not Spicy, Not Vodka Pasta is my family-friendly take on the viral dish. Here, a rich, creamy, garlicky tomatoey sauce is brightened with red wine vinegar instead of vodka, then topped with burrata and and basil and finally combined with pasta to create an incredibly delicious, easy and elegant meal.
This one-pan Chicken Korma Bake combines chicken thighs, coconut milk, korma curry paste and fragrant basmati rice, all baked together for a delicious and easy dinner. Serve with pickled onions and mint yoghurt for extra flavour.
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