If you’re always on the hunt for new recipes, or if you’re trying to stay organized and avoid takeout, then you’ll love these meal plans.  This week, we’re making a high-protein soup, then we’re cooking chicken in the Instant Pot and smoking ham. Finally, we’re ending the week with pollo guisado and Philly cheesesteak casserole!

What’s in this meal plan

5 dinner recipes  1 breakfast, 1 snack, and 1 dessert recipe Recipe tips + optional side dishes A printable grocery list

This week’s meal plan #36

Monday: High protein soup Tuesday: Instant Pot shredded chicken Wednesday: Smoked ham Thursday: Pollo guisado Friday: Philly cheesesteak casserole Bonus breakfast: Overnight oats Bonus snack: Crispy zucchini chips Bonus dessert: Strawberry crisp Optional sides: Coconut flour biscuits, stuffed potatoes, air fryer carrots

Why we love meal planning

No more decision fatigue. If you agonize over what to make for dinner, then save yourself the headache and let a meal plan do it for you.  Saves money. Rather than buy a bunch of produce that goes bad or spices that gather dust, a meal plan can help simplify your grocery list and save you money.  Healthier. When you have easy recipes on hand and a fridge full of groceries, you’re going to spend less time aimlessly munching or, worse, getting takeout! It’s fun. Meal planning encourages trying new recipes and breaking out of your comfort zone. But don’t worry; each recipe includes plenty of tips and tricks so you can customize them to your taste buds. Add more. Don’t forget to add some breakfasts, appetizers, snacks, and desserts to complement your meal plan. I do suggest 3 each week, but feel free to add more!

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