Let’s be real—after a long day, the last thing you want to do is spend hours in the kitchen trying to figure out what to make for dinner. That’s why I’ve put together this 5-Day Easy Dinner Meal Plan filled with simple, delicious, and quick recipes that your whole family will love.
These meals require minimal ingredients, come together in 30 minutes or less, and are budget-friendly—perfect for busy weeknights!
Let’s get into it!
🍽️ 5-Day Easy Dinner Meal Plan
Day 1: One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken & Veggies
This is a flavorful and easy one-pan meal that requires minimal cleanup!
🛒 Ingredients:
2 chicken breasts, cut into cubes
1 zucchini, sliced
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt & pepper to taste
👩🍳 Directions:
1️⃣ Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
2️⃣ Add chicken, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
3️⃣ Stir in garlic and butter, cooking for 1 more minute.
4️⃣ Add zucchini, bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes. Cook for 5 more minutes until veggies are tender.
5️⃣ Serve warm and enjoy!
Why you’ll love it: ✅ Quick, ✅ Healthy, ✅ Easy cleanup
Day 2: 20-Minute Shrimp Tacos with Slaw
Taco night just got even better! These shrimp tacos are fresh, zesty, and super easy to make.
🛒 Ingredients:
1 lb shrimp, peeled & deveined
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp paprika
1 tbsp olive oil
8 small tortillas
For the Slaw:
1 cup shredded cabbage
1/4 cup Greek yogurt or mayo
Juice of 1 lime
1 tsp honey
Salt & pepper to taste
👩🍳 Directions:
1️⃣ In a bowl, mix the slaw ingredients. Refrigerate while you cook the shrimp.
2️⃣ Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Season shrimp with chili powder, garlic powder, and paprika. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
3️⃣ Warm tortillas, fill with shrimp and slaw, and serve!
Why you’ll love it: ✅ Light, ✅ Refreshing, ✅ Ready in 20 minutes
Day 3: Crockpot BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwiches
Set it and forget it—your slow cooker does all the work for this delicious BBQ chicken!
🛒 Ingredients:
2 chicken breasts
1 cup BBQ sauce
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 onion, chopped
1 tsp garlic powder
4 hamburger buns
👩🍳 Directions:
1️⃣ Add chicken breasts, BBQ sauce, broth, onion, and garlic powder to a slow cooker.
2️⃣ Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until chicken is tender.
3️⃣ Shred the chicken with two forks and mix it into the sauce.
4️⃣ Serve on buns with coleslaw if desired.
Why you’ll love it: ✅ Effortless, ✅ Family-friendly, ✅ Can be prepped ahead
Day 4: 15-Minute Caprese Pasta
This light yet flavorful pasta dish is a great way to mix things up on a busy night!
🛒 Ingredients:
8 oz pasta (penne or spaghetti)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup fresh mozzarella, cubed
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Salt & pepper to taste
👩🍳 Directions:
1️⃣ Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain.
2️⃣ Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté garlic for 1 minute.
3️⃣ Add cherry tomatoes and cook for 3 minutes until softened.
4️⃣ Toss in the pasta, mozzarella, and fresh basil. Mix well.
5️⃣ Serve warm with grated parmesan if desired.
Why you’ll love it: ✅ Simple, ✅ Fresh, ✅ Ready in 15 minutes
Day 5: Sheet Pan Sausage & Veggies
A no-fuss, all-in-one meal with minimal cleanup!
🛒 Ingredients:
12 oz smoked sausage, sliced
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 zucchini, sliced
1/2 red onion, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp paprika
Salt & pepper to taste
👩🍳 Directions:
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 400°F.
2️⃣ Toss all ingredients together on a sheet pan, making sure everything is evenly coated in olive oil and seasonings.
3️⃣ Bake for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through.
4️⃣ Serve over rice or with crusty bread.
Why you’ll love it: ✅ One-pan meal, ✅ Hearty, ✅ Perfect for meal prep
Why This Meal Plan Works for Busy Nights
✨ Minimal Ingredients – No long grocery lists!✨ Quick Prep & Cook Time – 30 minutes or less!
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