Quick Weeknight Meal Plan
Every dinner in this plan can be prepared in 30 minutes or less. Ideal for busy weeknights when time is limited.
Weekly Meal Plan
| Day | Lunch | Dinner | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Egg Fried Rice | Garlic Butter Shrimp with Rice | Dinner ready in 15 minutes |
| Tuesday | Simple Omelette | Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry | |
| Wednesday | Fried Noodles | Pasta with Tomato Sauce | Dinner ready in 20 minutes |
| Thursday | Vegetable Fried Rice | Teriyaki Chicken with Rice | |
| Friday | Chicken Salad | Beef Stir-Fry with Noodles | |
| Saturday | Chicken Noodle Soup | Spaghetti Bolognese | Slightly longer — weekend pace |
| Sunday | Pancakes | Roast Chicken | Prep is short, oven does the work |
Grocery List
Meat & Fish
- Chicken breasts (4)
- Whole chicken (1)
- Beef sirloin (300g)
- Shrimp (500g)
- Minced beef (500g)
Vegetables
- Broccoli (2)
- Carrots (4)
- Mixed salad
- Potatoes (4)
- Mixed stir-fry vegetables (500g)
- Garlic
- Spring onions
Pantry
- Rice (2kg)
- Spaghetti (500g)
- Egg noodles (800g)
- Soy sauce
- Canned tomatoes (2)
- Butter
Dairy & Eggs
- Eggs (12)
- Parmesan
- Butter
- Milk
Cooking Tips for Helpers
- Prep ingredients in the morning or the night before.
- Stir-fries are the fastest dinner option.
- Keep pre-cut frozen vegetables for emergencies.
- Cook rice in a rice cooker while preparing the main dish.
Speed does not mean sacrificing quality. These meals are all fast but flavourful. With ingredients prepped in advance, your helper can have dinner ready quickly every night.