Meal planning is hands-down the easiest way to take the stress out of dinner. Instead of staring into the fridge at 5pm wondering what to cook (and secretly calculating the cost of takeaway), you’ve already got the answer lined up. This week’s plan is about making life easier – one trip to the shops, ingredients that work across multiple meals, and dinners the whole family will actually eat. Think Juicy Oven-Baked Beef Kebabs that taste like a weekend barbecue, Chicken Schnitzel with Creamy Mushroom Sauce that feels like pub night at home, cosy Shepherd’s Pie, and Miso Salmon Ramen Noodles that come together in no time. With minimal prep, budget-friendly ingredients, and maximum flavour, this plan takes the nightly “what’s for dinner?” dilemma off your plate – literally.
This Juicy Oven-baked Kebabs recipe is a quick, budget-friendly fakeaway that delivers bold flavour, and it’s easily cooked in the oven. It’s perfect for feeding a crowd or customising for fussy eaters, and the garlic yoghurt + sumac onion combo takes it over the top. Make it once and it’ll be on regular rotation.
Golden chicken schnitzels topped with a creamy mushroom sauce you can make in the same pan – what’s not to love? Chicken Schnitzel with Creamy Mushroom Sauce is freezer-friendly, weeknight-worthy, and feels like a hug on a plate. Perfect for when you want something cosy without the fuss.
One-pan Baked Chicken and Gravy is the ultimate fuss-free wholesome family meal. Easy prep, simple, low-cost ingredients and just one pan are all that’s needed to make this crispy-skinned, tender and juicy chicken with a rich gravy.
Glazed Miso Salmon Ramen Noodles is a super easy, minimal-fuss dinner featuring baked miso-glazed salmon, silky ramen noodles, and a no-cook sesame-spring onion sauce. A restaurant-quality meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
Tender, juicy chicken strips are combined with a creamy, parmesan-laden sauce and pasta, then topped with a crispy panko crumb. Taking less than 30 minutes to make, this Creamy Parmesan Chicken Pasta is the ultimate comfort food for a hearty and family-friendly weeknight.
This easy Shepherd’s Pie combines minced (ground) lamb with carrots, celery and peas in a rich gravy, topped with creamy mashed potatoes. It’s a versatile dish that can be made ahead or frozen, then served with your favourite steamed greens for a complete, cosy dinner.
This quick and easy stir-fry comes together in under 20 minutes with a flavour-packed sauce, tender chicken and fresh Thai basil. A drizzle of chilli oil vinegar at the end adds a little extra zing to these Drunken Noodles!
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Tom says:
Can you provide one grocery list for each meal plan?
Nicole says:
Hi Tom, thanks so much for your great question. We are currently working on a shopping list feature so keep your eyes peeled. Nic x
Elise says:
Love all these recipes! Are they in the book?
Nicole says:
Hi Elise, actually, none of these are in either of my two books. I like to have recipes just on the website for the online community, so you can find some surprises. Nic x
Morgan says:
The beef kabobs are so good and all my kids ate them! Such a miracle! Thank you- can’t wait to try more!’
Nicole says:
Hi Morgan, really happy you all enjoyed these and excited for you to try more! Let me know how you go. Nic x
Liana says:
The Beef kebabs were AMAZING! The whole family loved them, and they were so easy to make.
Thank you!
Nicole says:
Thank you so much, Liana! I’m thrilled you all enjoyed the kebabs so much and found them easy! Nic x
Taryn says:
Wonderfully simple yet so very tasty
We have already tried Oven Baked Kebabs and Chicken Schnitzel with Creamy Mushroom Sauce. Very easy and absolutely delicious.
Nicole says:
Hi Taryn, I’m thrilled you’ve already tried a couple of recipes … so happy to hear you found them easy and delish! Let me know how you go if you try any more! Nic x
Catgerine says:
Everything looks so yummy
Nicole says:
So glad you like the look of them! Let me know how you go if you try any! Nic x
lizzy dykes says:
receipes looks delicious
Nicole says:
So glad you like the look of these, Lizzy. Let me know if you make any! Nic x