If weeknight dinners have been feeling a little hectic, a small amount of prep can go a long way.
Even something simple like cooking a protein ahead of time, prepping a slow cooker meal, or having a filling ready to reheat can make dinner much easier when the week gets busy.
That's the idea behind this week's plan - simple, high-protein dinners you can prep ahead so weeknights feel smoother.
How to Use This Mini-Prep Dinner Plan
Each week, this plan gives you three dinners you can fully prep or partially prep ahead of time so weeknights feel easier. The goal is to make dinner the least stressful part of your day.
This Week's High-Protein Dinner Recipes
| | Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff This is a great slow cooker dinner for busy weeks. It's hearty, high in protein, and the leftovers reheat really well. |
| | Chipotle Taco Filling This recipe is perfect for meal prep because the filling can be used in several different meals during the week. |
| | Buffalo Chicken Wrap If you want something quick and flavorful, these wraps are a great option. They're simple to put together and easy to customize. |
Prep-Ahead Tips for This Week
Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff
• Prep the ingredients the night before and store them in the slow cooker insert in the fridge
• Start it in the morning so dinner is ready when you get home
• Leftovers reheat well for lunch the next day
Serving ideas
• Serve over egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes
• Add steamed broccoli or green beans on the side
• Use leftovers for a quick lunch bowl the next day
Chipotle Turkey Taco Filling
• Cook the taco filling ahead of time and store it in the fridge
• Portion leftovers for quick dinners or lunches
• It also freezes well for another week
Serving ideas
• Chipotle turkey tacos or burrito bowls
• Serve over rice with beans and avocado
• Add to taco salads or lettuce wraps
Buffalo Chicken Wrap
• Cook or shred the chicken ahead of time
• Store toppings and fillings in containers for easy assembly
• Wraps come together quickly on busy nights
Serving ideas
• Serve with carrot sticks, celery, or a simple side salad
• Add ranch or blue cheese dressing for extra flavor
• Turn leftovers into buffalo chicken salad bowls
Bonus Recipe
| | Chicken Sausage & Egg Breakfast Cups If you want an easy breakfast ready for the week, these egg cups are perfect to make ahead and store in the fridge. They're high in protein and reheat quickly for busy mornings. |
Sometimes having just a few reliable meals planned makes all the difference.
Keep it simple. Keep it consistent.
| | xo Tammy Overhoff Owner, Reset & Flourish & Organize Yourself Skinny. 🔥 Est. 2011 | Over 7000 students! 💕 In love with my big blended family! 🍫 Equally loves smoothies, mason jar salads, and chocolate. 📣 Cheer mom, volleyball mom, dog mom. ☕️ Needs a lot of coffee and a little RHONJ daily to stay sane. |
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