August is in full swing, but that doesn’t mean dinner has to become more complicated. This week’s meal plan is filled with easy family dinners that are packed with flavor, simple to prepare, and perfect for busy weeknights. Whether you’re looking for a quick skillet meal, a comforting casserole, or something with bold flavors, there’s something everyone will enjoy.
From a takeout-inspired favorite to comforting chicken pot pie, flavorful pork chops, and a Louisiana-inspired gumbo, this week’s lineup keeps dinner interesting while making meal planning easy.
On the menu this week:
Monday starts with Egg Roll in a Bowl, a quick one-pan dinner loaded with ground pork, cabbage, carrots, and Asian-inspired flavors. It’s a lighter way to kick off the week while still being filling and family friendly.
Tuesday brings Oven Baked Beef Tacos, an easy dinner that’s perfect for busy evenings. Crispy taco shells filled with seasoned beef and melted cheese make taco night even easier, and everyone can customize their own toppings.
Wednesday features Stuffing Topped Chicken Pot Pie, a comforting family favorite with tender chicken, mixed vegetables, and a creamy sauce all topped with buttery stuffing instead of pie crust.
Thursday is French Onion Pork Chops, where juicy pork chops are baked in a rich French onion sauce and topped with melted cheese for an easy dinner that’s packed with flavor. Serve with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
We’re wrapping up the week with Chicken and Sausage Gumbo on Friday. This Louisiana-inspired dinner combines chicken, smoked sausage, vegetables, and bold seasonings into a satisfying meal that’s perfect for gathering around the table after a busy week.
Make the week even easier:
Before heading to the grocery store, check your pantry for staples like chicken broth, seasonings, rice, onions, flour, butter, and shredded cheese. Many of this week’s recipes use ingredients you may already have on hand.
Brown the ground beef for Tuesday’s tacos ahead of time and refrigerate it until you’re ready to assemble dinner. It makes taco night even quicker.
If you’re making the Chicken and Sausage Gumbo on Friday, chop the vegetables earlier in the week to save time when it’s time to cook.
Serve the French Onion Pork Chops with mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered egg noodles to soak up the flavorful sauce.
Complete this week’s meals with simple sides like fresh fruit salad, garden salads, roasted broccoli, green beans, corn on the cob, or watermelon to keep the most of summer produce.
Ready to make dinner easy this week? Scroll down for all five recipes and save this meal plan for later. Be sure to check out Weekly Meal Plan #9 for even more family-friendly dinner inspiration!
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