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    Home » What We're Eating » 30-Day Challenge: A Month of Prep-Ahead Quick Dinners!

    30-Day Challenge: A Month of Prep-Ahead Quick Dinners!

    Published: Jul 5, 2017 by Blair Lonergan

    Yes, you can make quick dinners even easier by prepping for the week ahead! With a complete month of meal plans, recipes, and shopping lists, the work is almost entirely done for you. Just shop, prep, and enjoy homemade dinners -- even on busy weeknights!

    30-Day Challenge: A Month of Prep-Ahead Quick Dinners! Easy Dinner Recipes | Dinner Ideas | Healthy Dinner Recipes | Meal Planning on a Budget | Meal Prep | Clean Eating Recipes | Meal Plan | Meal Prep for the Week

    Hey, friends! I'm so excited to share this 30-Day Challenge because I know that it's going to be totally life changing for some of you! If you have a busy schedule of kids' activities during the week, fussy babies who need your attention in the evenings, or long work days that leave you feeling exhausted, then this plan is the KEY to getting quick dinners on the table most nights. It's how I cook for my own family each week, and now I'm sharing all of the details (and all of the organization tools) with YOU!

    30-Day Challenge: A Month of Prep-Ahead Quick Dinners! Easy Dinner Recipes | Dinner Ideas | Healthy Dinner Recipes | Meal Planning on a Budget | Meal Prep | Clean Eating Recipes | Meal Plan | Meal Prep for the Week

    I have included the recipes below, but the full PDF of printable prep-ahead instructions and shopping lists for each week is available only to my email subscribers. Are you on my list? If not, you can sign up here and I'll send the booklet straight to your inbox for free!

    Before we get to the quick dinners, just a few quick notes:

    • For this particular Challenge, I opted for 3 easy homemade meals each week. Depending on your family size, some of the recipes will create enough food for you to enjoy as leftovers on other evenings. Three meals per week also allows for plenty of flexibility in the schedule (which we all need). On the nights where there is no specific recipe listed, you can have fun dining out, grab pizza and a movie to go, or whip up any of your family’s other favorite quick dinners!
    • I aim for variety in our diet, so you will find a nice combination of ingredients and cuisines throughout the month (including vegetarian dishes, seafood dishes, pork, beef, and chicken). If you have questions about ingredient substitutes or other adaptations, feel free to send me an email or leave a comment at the bottom of the post. I'm happy to help!
    • I have also included suggestions for side dishes, but you can obviously choose your own favorites where necessary. I love steam-in-the-bag frozen veggies that can be microwaved just before serving; and I almost always opt for wholegrain pasta, brown rice, or wholegrain tortillas and bread when possible. Again, do what works best for you and your family!

    With that, here's a glimpse at your Month of Prep-Ahead Quick Dinners!

    WEEK 1 MEALS:

    Sheet Pan Honey Apricot Chicken and Asparagus with Quinoa or Couscous.

    30-Day Challenge: A Month of Prep-Ahead Quick Dinners! Easy Dinner Recipes | Dinner Ideas | Healthy Dinner Recipes | Meal Planning on a Budget | Meal Prep | Clean Eating Recipes | Meal Plan | Meal Prep for the Week

    Grilled Garlic and Herb Salmon Marinade with Dinner Rolls and Salad.

    30-Day Challenge: A Month of Prep-Ahead Quick Dinners! Easy Dinner Recipes | Dinner Ideas | Healthy Dinner Recipes | Meal Planning on a Budget | Meal Prep | Clean Eating Recipes | Meal Plan | Meal Prep for the Week

    Cheesy Turkey, Tomato and Zucchini Casserole

    30-Day Challenge: A Month of Prep-Ahead Quick Dinners! Easy Dinner Recipes | Dinner Ideas | Healthy Dinner Recipes | Meal Planning on a Budget | Meal Prep | Clean Eating Recipes | Meal Plan | Meal Prep for the Week

    WEEK 2 MEALS:

    Aunt Bee’s Shrimp and Pasta Salad with Green Salad on the side.

    30-Day Challenge: A Month of Prep-Ahead Quick Dinners! Easy Dinner Recipes | Dinner Ideas | Healthy Dinner Recipes | Meal Planning on a Budget | Meal Prep | Clean Eating Recipes | Meal Plan | Meal Prep for the Week

    Chicken, Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Potatoes

    30-Day Challenge: A Month of Prep-Ahead Quick Dinners! Easy Dinner Recipes | Dinner Ideas | Healthy Dinner Recipes | Meal Planning on a Budget | Meal Prep | Clean Eating Recipes | Meal Plan | Meal Prep for the Week

    Slow Cooker Beef Barbecue on Sandwich Rolls with Coleslaw and Potato Chips.

    30-Day Challenge: A Month of Prep-Ahead Quick Dinners! Easy Dinner Recipes | Dinner Ideas | Healthy Dinner Recipes | Meal Planning on a Budget | Meal Prep | Clean Eating Recipes | Meal Plan | Meal Prep for the Week

    Don't forget that you can download a complete printable packet with these meal plans, prep-ahead instructions, and weekly shopping lists here:

    WEEK 3 MEALS:

    Baked Ham and Cheese Omelet with Toasted English Muffins and Fresh Fruit

    30-Day Challenge: A Month of Prep-Ahead Quick Dinners! Easy Dinner Recipes | Dinner Ideas | Healthy Dinner Recipes | Meal Planning on a Budget | Meal Prep | Clean Eating Recipes | Meal Plan | Meal Prep for the Week

    Fast and Fresh Creamy Pasta Primavera

    30-Day Challenge: A Month of Prep-Ahead Quick Dinners! Easy Dinner Recipes | Dinner Ideas | Healthy Dinner Recipes | Meal Planning on a Budget | Meal Prep | Clean Eating Recipes | Meal Plan | Meal Prep for the Week

    Slow Cooker Greek Chicken Gyros with Pita Bread, Tzatziki Sauce, and Optional Toppings.

    30-Day Challenge: A Month of Prep-Ahead Quick Dinners! Easy Dinner Recipes | Dinner Ideas | Healthy Dinner Recipes | Meal Planning on a Budget | Meal Prep | Clean Eating Recipes | Meal Plan | Meal Prep for the Week

    WEEK 4 MEALS:

    Dump-and-Bake Healthy Chicken Parmesan with Pasta and Salad.

    30-Day Challenge: A Month of Prep-Ahead Quick Dinners! Easy Dinner Recipes | Dinner Ideas | Healthy Dinner Recipes | Meal Planning on a Budget | Meal Prep | Clean Eating Recipes | Meal Plan | Meal Prep for the Week

    10-Minute Beef Teriyaki Skillet with Lettuce Wraps or Tortillas and Steamed Broccoli.

    30-Day Challenge: A Month of Prep-Ahead Quick Dinners! Easy Dinner Recipes | Dinner Ideas | Healthy Dinner Recipes | Meal Planning on a Budget | Meal Prep | Clean Eating Recipes | Meal Plan | Meal Prep for the Week

    Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala with Rice and Peas.

    30-Day Challenge: A Month of Prep-Ahead Quick Dinners! Easy Dinner Recipes | Dinner Ideas | Healthy Dinner Recipes | Meal Planning on a Budget | Meal Prep | Clean Eating Recipes | Meal Plan | Meal Prep for the Week

    If you're ready to take the Challenge and start prepping ahead each week for easy and QUICK dinners, then be sure to get the free printable PDF weekly meal plans, prep-ahead instructions, and shopping lists here:

    I hope that this process takes the stress out of mealtime and makes family dinners easier and more enjoyable! Let me know if you're joining in!

    30-Day Challenge: A Month of Prep-Ahead Quick Dinners! Easy Dinner Recipes | Dinner Ideas | Healthy Dinner Recipes | Meal Planning on a Budget | Meal Prep | Clean Eating Recipes | Meal Plan | Meal Prep for the Week

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    1. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice

      July 05, 2017 at 6:30 am

      I really need to start prepping for meals more, so this is very helpful! And I love that you are doing a 30 day challenge! How fun and very informative, too! Sounds like you have some wonderful information to share with your readers!

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      • Blair

        July 05, 2017 at 10:35 am

        Thanks so much, Gayle! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Kristy from Southern In Law

      July 10, 2017 at 9:20 pm

      All of these dinners sound AMAZING! I really need to start prepping for dinner more ahead of time as my schedule is so busy at the moment!

      Reply
      • Blair

        July 11, 2017 at 5:03 am

        Thanks, Kristy! Prepping ahead is such a lifesaver!

        Reply

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