Weekly Meal Plan: Sept 27, 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!
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This Meal Plan Includes
Smothered pork chops with onion gravy, steak fajita rice bowls, chicken fettuccine alfredo, turkey and dumplings, and espresso banana bread with espresso glaze.
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Smothered Pork Chops with Onion Gravy
These Smothered Pork Chops with Onion Gravy are seared until golden, simmered in a rich homemade onion gravy, and perfect with mashed potatoes.
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Steak Fajita Rice Bowl
If you’re like me, you enjoy a good fajita. They’re flavorful, satisfying, and just a little bit messy—in the best way. But what if you could capture…
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Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
Indulge in the creamy, comforting goodness of Chicken Alfredo Fettuccine! This classic recipe is a true delight for your taste buds, combining tender chicken breasts with rich,…
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Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
This Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner made with tender beef, crisp broccoli, and a rich savory sauce. Ready in under…
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Turkey and Dumplings
Turn those turkey leftovers into a heartwarming masterpiece with this delectable Turkey and Dumplings recipe. It’s the perfect way to enjoy the rich flavors of the holiday…
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Espresso Banana Bread with Espresso Glaze
Espresso Banana Bread combines ripe bananas, cinnamon, and espresso in a tender loaf. A thick espresso glaze adds an extra layer of coffee flavor to every slice.
Meal Prep & Ingredient Swaps
Smothered Pork Chops: To prevent overcooking your chops, sear them quickly, then let them finish cooking gently in the gravy. Pork chops are done when they reach 145°F, so a meat thermometer is helpful.
Steak Fajita Rice Bowl: While grilling gives the steak a smoky flavor and beautiful grill marks, you can also cook the steak on a stovetop griddle if you don’t have access to a grill.
Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo: You can customize this recipe to suit your preferences. Add veggies, swap out the type of cheese, or even try different herbs and spices to create your own unique twist on this classic dish.
Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry: For tender meat, slice the beef thinly against the grain and use high heat so the beef sears quickly.
Turkey and Dumplings: You can purchase pre-cooked turkey breast, roast your own, or swap out for roasted or rotisserie chicken.
Espresso Banana Bread: If all you have are perfectly yellow bananas, and you don’t want to wait for them to ripen, you can use your oven. Simply bake those nanas on a parchment-lined baking sheet at 300°F for 30 – 40 minutes, until blackened and soft, allow to cool, then mash ’em up.
