Back-to-school season is in full swing, which means weeknights are getting busier with school schedules, activities, and everything else that comes along with this time of year. This week’s meal plan is filled with easy family dinners that keep things simple while still giving everyone something delicious to look forward to.
From cheesy quesadillas and an easy salmon dinner to a family-friendly casserole, colorful shrimp stir fry, and a fun Friday pizza night, this week’s lineup has plenty of variety to help make busy August evenings a little easier.
Here’s what’s cooking:
Monday starts with BBQ Chicken Quesadillas, an easy dinner packed with tender chicken, barbecue sauce, and plenty of melted cheese tucked inside crispy tortillas. They’re quick to prepare and perfect for easing into another busy week.
Tuesday brings Parmesan Crusted Salmon to the table. Tender salmon topped with a flavorful Parmesan crust makes an easy seafood dinner that pairs perfectly with rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh side salad.
Wednesday features Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole, an easy family dinner made with seasoned ground beef, rice, and plenty of cheesy goodness. It’s just the kind of simple casserole that comes in handy on a busy school night.
Thursday is all about Shrimp and Vegetable Stir Fry, a quick dinner loaded with tender shrimp and colorful vegetables. Serve it over rice or noodles for an easy meal that’s perfect when you need dinner on the table fast.
We’re ending the week with Garlic Bread Pizza on Friday. Frozen garlic bread is topped with pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, and your favorite pizza toppings for an easy shortcut pizza night that’s perfect for kicking off the weekend.
A few ways to simplify dinner:
Before heading to the grocery store, check your pantry and refrigerator for staples like tortillas, rice, shredded cheese, pizza sauce, soy sauce, and everyday seasonings. Several of this week’s recipes use ingredients you may already have on hand.
Cook and shred the chicken for Monday’s quesadillas ahead of time, or use rotisserie chicken to make dinner even quicker.
Wash and chop the vegetables for Thursday’s Shrimp and Vegetable Stir Fry earlier in the week. When Thursday rolls around, everything will be ready to toss into the pan.
For Friday’s Garlic Bread Pizza, set out several toppings and let everyone build their own. Pepperoni, sausage, peppers, onions, mushrooms, and extra cheese are all easy options.
Round out this week’s dinners with simple sides like fresh fruit salad, corn on the cob, roasted vegetables, garden salads, or watermelon while late-summer produce is still at its best.
Dinner plans are officially handled! Scroll down for all five recipes and save this meal plan for those busy back-to-school nights. Don’t forget to check out Weekly Meal Plan #11 for another week of easy family dinner ideas!
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