Week of July 27, 2026 | Weekly Meal Plan

6 dinners

165 min total

$185 CAD estimate

31 grocery items

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This Week's Dinners

Monday

Jul 27

One-Pan Mild Italian Sausage & Zucchini Pasta

A cozy, flavourful pasta dish packed with mild Italian sausage, zucchini, and tomatoes, all cooked in one pan for minimal cleanup and maximum flavour.

25 min

4 servings

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Tuesday

Jul 28

Sheet Pan Chickpea Fajita Bowls with Creamy Avocado Drizzle

Roasted chickpeas and colourful bell peppers seasoned with a mild fajita blend, served over rice with a refreshing, creamy avocado drizzle and crunchy toppings.

25 min

4 servings

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Wednesday

Jul 29

Quick Skillet Chicken & Green Bean 'Pot Pie' (Deconstructed)

All the cozy flavours of chicken pot pie in a speedy skillet format, featuring tender chicken, green beans, and a creamy sauce, topped with easy-to-bake biscuit pieces.

30 min

4 servings

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Thursday

Jul 30

Speedy Lentil & Feta Grain Bowls with Cucumber-Tomato Relish

Hearty and fresh grain bowls featuring protein-packed lentils, fluffy rice, crumbled feta, and a vibrant, crunchy relish of cucumber and tomatoes.

20 min

4 servings

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Friday

Jul 31

Quick Beef & Cheddar Quesadillas with Mild Kid-Friendly Salsa

Cheesy, beefy quesadillas that are quick to assemble and cook, served with a simple, mild homemade salsa that everyone will love.

20 min

4 servings

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Saturday

Aug 1

Lemon Herb Chicken Cutlets with Roasted Baby Potatoes & Asparagus

Tender, pan-seared chicken cutlets infused with lemon and herbs, served alongside beautifully roasted baby potatoes and fresh asparagus.

30 min

4 servings

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