Kid-Friendly Meal Plan for a Helper — Family with Teenagers
Teenagers are not "kids" anymore, but they still have strong preferences. This plan features the meals that teenagers tend to love — customisable, hearty, and flavourful. Think tacos, loaded wraps, big pasta dishes, and satisfying comfort food.
Weekly Meal Plan
| Day | Lunch | Dinner | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Quesadillas with Cheese and Chicken | Spaghetti Bolognese | |
| Tuesday | Chicken Wraps | Beef Tacos | |
| Wednesday | Mac and Cheese | Teriyaki Chicken with Rice | |
| Thursday | Chicken Fried Rice | Chicken Schnitzel with Chips | |
| Friday | Avocado Toast | Pasta Carbonara | |
| Saturday | French Toast with Bacon | Lasagna | |
| Sunday | Pancakes | Roast Chicken with Potatoes |
Grocery List
Meat
- Chicken breasts (8)
- Whole chicken (1)
- Minced beef (800g)
- Bacon (200g)
Vegetables
- Potatoes (8)
- Onions (4)
- Carrots (3)
- Lettuce (2)
- Tomatoes (6)
- Avocados (3)
- Bell peppers (2)
- Garlic
Pantry
- Rice (2kg)
- Spaghetti (500g)
- Pasta (500g)
- Macaroni (500g)
- Lasagna sheets
- Taco shells (12)
- Tortillas (12)
- Wraps (8)
- Breadcrumbs
- Canned tomatoes (4)
- Soy sauce
- Bread
Dairy & Eggs
- Eggs (18)
- Butter
- Cheese (2 blocks)
- Cream (300ml)
- Milk (2L)
- Sour cream
Cooking Tips for Helpers
- Let teenagers customise their own tacos and wraps — they love building their own meals.
- Make larger portions — teens go back for seconds.
- Crispy textures (schnitzel, chips, quesadillas) are always popular.
- Keep dips and sauces on the side for personalisation.
- Teens appreciate "cool" food — presentation matters to them too.
Meals that teenagers actually want to eat — hearty, customisable, and satisfying. Your helper can keep even the pickiest teen happy with this plan.