It’s time to start thinking about your meal plan for next week. From a 30-minute skinny Alfredo pasta to a one-pan lemony chicken, we’ve got five weeknight dinners that will get you through the week ahead. So grab a pen, make your shopping list, and stock up before the weekend’s over. And if it’s easier for you to do that from your inbox, be sure to sign up for our weekly meal plan emails.

Top: 30-Minute Skinny Alfredo Ziti with Broccoli at Ambitious Kitchen | One-Pan Lemony Greek Chicken at The Endless Meal

Related: A new and better way to serve family dinner.

 

Kitchen Sink Burritos from The Dinner Plan cookbook by Kathy Brennan and Caroline Campion: Not just an easy meal, but one that can be staggered for when everyone's coming home at a different time. A smart family dinner lifesaver! | Cool Mom Eats

Have you ever heard of staggered meals? Well, grab this recipe for Kitchen Sink Burritos from The Dinner Plan cookbook and read all about them. Game-changing.

 

Cool Mom Eats weekly meal plan: Slow Cooker Maple Chipotle BBQ Beef at Healthy Seasonal Recipes

Fall means pulling out that slow cooker and serving up hearty, flavorful meats like this Slow Cooker Maple Chipotle BBQ Beef at Healthy Seasonal Recipes. Serve on a bun with a side of quick slaw for an easy autumn dinner.

 

Cool Mom Eats weekly meal plan: 30-Minute Ginger Garlic Salmon at The Modern Proper

It’s all about balance! From a meat-centric meal to this super light 30-Minute Garlic Ginger Salmon at The Modern Proper, we’re fitting in comfort and health this week.

Related: 5 genius ways frozen vegetables can save weeknight dinners.

 

Cool Mom Eats weekly meal plan: One-Pan Lemony Greek Chicken with Potatoes at The Endless Meal

I may be biased (if you don’t know already, I’m Greek), but Greek-style chicken in the ultimate comfort food. I love how this recipe for One-Pan Lemony Greek Chicken with Potatoes at The Endless Meal makes it possible using just a skillet. It’s perfect for busy weeknights!

 

Cool Mom Eats weekly meal plan: 30-Minute Skinny Alfredo Ziti with Broccoli at Ambitious Kitchen

A warm, creamy bowl of pasta is just about the best way to enjoy a Friday night dinner with the family, and even better when you can cut a few calories (amirite?!). This 30-Minute Skinny Alfredo Ziti with Broccoli at Ambitious Kitchen does just that and also gets veg in the bowl too. Genius.