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Meal Plan #45

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!

Top view of a pan filled with creamy Chicken and Broccoli Lasagne, topped with golden melted cheese.

One-pan Chicken and Broccoli Lasagne

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!

Close-up shot of beef ramen noodles and a pair of chopsticks on top.

One-pan Beef Ramen Noodles

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!

Tangy tomato-glazed meatloaf served with creamy mashed potatoes and green beans.

Meatloaf with a Tangy Tomato Glaze

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!

Delicious cheesy chicken enchiladas topped with creamy avocado, onion, and fresh herbs.

Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas

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 served on a plate with a side fork, displaying pasta in a creamy sauce.

Not Spicy, Not Vodka Pasta

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.

Overhead view of Chicken Korma Bake in a pan, featuring tender chicken pieces in a creamy sauce garnished with fresh herbs.

Chicken Korma Bake

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.

Overhead shot of prawn saganaki in a skillet, garnished with feta cheese and fresh parsley

Prawn (Shrimp) Saganaki

This Prawn (Shrimp) Saganaki combines a rich tomato sauce, tender prawns and golden, bubbling feta for a quick and impressive meal.

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