Weekly Meal Plan: August 2, 2026

If you’re tired of thinking about what to make for dinner every night, my weekly meal plans to take the stress out of dinnertime! I’m here to do the thinking for you when it comes to cook this week. Save the recipes you want to make, head to the grocery store, and you can skip the frozen pizza and expensive delivery services!

A grid of 4 weekly meal plan recipe photos with a text overlay

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

This week we are making juicy chicken shawarma, succulent shrimp fajitas, a flavorful Mississippi pot roast, Big Mac pizza, orange ginger glazed salmon, and pistachio coffee cake that’s amazing for breakfast, brunch, dessert, or a yummy pick-me-up!

This Meal Plan Includes

Chicken Shawarma with Yogurt Marinade

Chicken Shawarma with Yogurt Marinade is an easy way to bring bold, Middle Eastern flavors to your kitchen. The chicken thighs soak in a rich blend of…
Get The Recipe

Shrimp Fajitas Recipe

This Shrimp Fajitas Recipe involves succulent shrimp bathing in a zesty marinade, sizzling to perfection, and each bite bursting with a sweet and zesty kick. We all…
Get The Recipe

Classic Mississippi Pot Roast with Gravy (Slow Cooker Recipe)

Tender Mississippi Pot Roast slowly cooks with ranch seasoning, pepperoncini peppers, and savory broth to create a rich, comforting roast with a simple homemade gravy.
Get The Recipe

Big Mac Pizza

Bring burger night and pizza night together with this easy Big Mac Pizza. Loaded with seasoned ground beef, homemade Big Mac sauce, cheddar cheese, lettuce, and pickles,…
Get The Recipe

Orange Ginger Glazed Salmon

When I’m in the mood for something quick, easy, and packed with flavor, this Orange Ginger Glazed Salmon is my go-to. There’s something about the combination of…
Get The Recipe

Pistachio Coffee Cake

This pistachio coffee cake is soft, moist, and layered with a creamy cheesecake center, plenty of pistachio flavor, and a buttery crumble on top. It’s an easy…
Get The Recipe

Meal Prep & Ingredient Swaps

Chicken Shawarma: Serve it up in a wrap with hummus and veggies, over rice, or tossed in a fresh salad with cucumber, tomato, and feta!

Three shrimp tacos with grilled shrimp, sautéed bell peppers, and fresh cilantro on flour tortillas, topped with a creamy green sauce—this dish brings the flavors of a Shrimp Fajitas Recipe to your plate. Served on a white plate.

Shrimp Fajitas: Personalize it as you like! Swap shrimp for chicken, beef, or tofu. Add sautéed veggies, experiment with extra spices, or slather on some hot sauce for a kick.

A plate with Mississippi Pot Roast-inspired braised beef short ribs in rich brown sauce, served over creamy mashed potatoes and garnished with cooked yellow peppers.

Mississippi Pot Roast: This tastes even better the next day after the flavors have had time to develop. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat gently before serving.

Big Mac Pizza topped with homemade Big Mac sauce, shredded lettuce, dill pickles, and ground beef on a crispy homemade pizza crust.

Big Mac Pizza: Use a store-bought pizza dough, or make my sourdough or gluten-free pizza crust from scratch!

A plate with white rice topped with Orange Ginger Glazed Salmon and a lemon slice, served with a side of steamed broccoli.

Orange Ginger Glazed Salmon: You can definitely substitute the salmon with other types of fish like trout or cod. Just keep in mind that cooking times might vary depending on the thickness and type of fish you use.

Wedge of pistachio coffee cake on white plate.

Pistachio Coffee Cake: I use dairy-free sour cream and butter, but feel welcome to choose your preferred dairy option without any recipe adjustments. Unless specified otherwise, you have the flexibility to use the dairy option of your choice for the recipe.