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This healthy weekly meal plan has 5 days of easy breakfast and dinner recipes with wholesome, nutritious ingredients and a high protein concentration in mind. Grab this free printable shopping list to make meal prep easy and stress-free.
Something will change in September.
The days are still warm but there’s something in the air that makes you want to slow down, turn on the pan, and let dinner take care of itself. The same goes for this week. We’re already heading into the cozy season and leaning in faithfully – I wouldn’t wait until October to do it.
This week has some of the most amazing slow cooked meals I’ve planned all year. If you’ve never made homemade braised short ribs, this is your week.
Crockpot Braised Balsamic Short Ribs
This is it. Fall is smooth, deeply rich, and the kind of food that makes people think you spent all day in the kitchen—you didn’t. The balsamic dish adds this wonderful depth that makes the whole meal feel restaurant worthy. Serve it over mashed potatoes or creamy polenta and make it the moment it deserves to be.
Instant Pot Mongolian Beef
It’s delicious, it’s delicious and the time it takes to order take-out is done to a minimum. Chunks of meat in a glistening sauce that coats every bite. This is a weeknight dinner that is quietly a family staple.
Zucchini Chicken Enchilada Skillet
All the bold, cheesy flavors of enchiladas – one pan, no flipping, no layers. This weeknight dinner is made with flair. High in protein, full of flavor, and on the table for quick Tuesday use.
Crockpot Garlic Herb Chicken
A simple, fragrant and versatile type of chicken – on rice, in rolls, with fried vegetables. Prepare it in the morning and you will be served before you think about dinner.
Detox Smoothie
A week’s worth of rich, comfort food finds its place. The fresh, clean and smooth kind that makes you feel like you’re doing yourself a favor – because you have. A great way to start the morning or restart the afternoon.
The cozy season is here and this week’s plan is fully embracing it. Rich flavors, slow-cooked comfort and dishes that make home feel like home.
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Monday
Sheet Pan Mushroom Spinach Frittata
Fresh spinach, crispy bacon bits, juicy cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced mushrooms and topped with creamy Gruyère cheese, this Mushroom Spinach Frittata It is suitable for breakfast or lunch. Comes together in under 30 minutes!
Garlic Herb Crock Pot Chicken
Learning how to cook a whole chicken in a pot with smoky spices and tart lemon is easy with this set-and-forget recipe.
Tuesday
Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats made with creamy peanut butter, cocoa powder, bananas, chia seeds and cinnamon. Mix the ingredients in minutes and refrigerate your oats overnight for an easy meal!
30 Minute Zucchini Chicken Enchilada Skillet
This chicken enchilada casserole swaps tortillas for fresh zucchini! A quick, gluten-free one-pot dinner filled with tender vegetables, corn and black beans, finished with a zesty enchilada sauce and plenty of cheese.
Wednesday
Healthy Zucchini Muffins (So Moist!)
These easy zucchini muffins are light and fluffy, with hints of cinnamon and nutmeg for a sweet flavor. Perfect for using up summer zucchini!
Instant Pot Mongolian Beef
This instant pot Mongolian beef recipe with sweet ‘n savory sauce and broccoli is a take-out version of your favorite at home.
Thursday
Detox Smoothie
This Slimming Detox Smoothie is a great breakfast or post-workout snack option! It only takes a few minutes to make and has a variety of ingredients that have many health benefits. Spinach, banana, green apple and pineapple are some of the fresh and healthy ingredients used to make this smoothie.
Pan Seared Creamy Tuscan Salmon
This creamy Tuscan salmon recipe is a 40-minute dinner filled with tomatoes, spinach, and garlic for an Italian bite.
Friday
Egg White Vegetable Breakfast Casserole
This Egg White Vegetable Breakfast Casserole A simple and healthy breakfast recipe perfect for a weekend brunch! Plus, it’s only 75 calories per serving!
Slow Cooker Balsamic Braised Beef Short Ribs
These auctions Crock Pot Balsamic Braised Beef Short Ribs They are a great paleo recipe! Made with juicy beef short ribs and balsamic vinegar, this dish is full of flavor! It’s really homemade restaurant-quality food in a slow cooker!