If you ever feel like dinner is a never-ending puzzle – trying to keep it quick, affordable, tasty, and something the whole family will actually eat – this week’s meal plan is for you. Meal planning takes away that 5pm stress spiral and means you’ve already got the answers ready to go. This line-up has the best of both worlds: speedy wins like Chicken Caesar Smash Tacos, Garlic Butter Prawn Linguine, and a Coconut Chicken Curry that’s done in minutes, balanced with cosy comfort meals like Slow-Cooker Lamb Shoulder and a rich Beef Ragu. Add in Lemon Garlic Chicken and Potatoes or a Stir-fried Beef with Flat Rice Noodles, and you’ve got seven dinners that tick every box: minimal prep, big flavour, and guaranteed family approval.
These Chicken Caesar Smash Tacos are everything you love about caesar salad – creamy dressing, crispy bacon, salty parmesan – wrapped up in a golden, cheesy tortilla. They’re fun to eat, super family-friendly, and a brilliant way to turn a weeknight into something that feels a little special.
Slow-cooked Beef Ragu is an economical but delicious meal, made with simple, economical ingredients. Just 10 minutes of prep, then let the stove do the rest of the work!
Prep this delicious and comforting One-pan Lemon Garlic Chicken and Potatoes in only 15 minutes for an easy, nourishing dinner that the whole family will enjoy!
This Quick Coconut Chicken Curry is comforting and flavourful, perfect for cosy family dinners any night of the week. Tender chicken pieces are simmered in a rich, coconut-based curry sauce, before being topped with yoghurt and mango chutney. It is freezer-friendly and is delicious served with basmati rice and naan bread.
This Garlic Butter Prawn (Shrimp) Linguine recipe is an impressive meal for any night of the week, with perfectly cooked prawns and a garlicky, buttery sauce, all ready in under 20 minutes.
Deliciously tender beef and rice noodles come together in a flavourful soy-based sauce, all in less than 20 minutes, making Stir-fried Beef with Flat Rice Noodles perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
This Slow-cooker Lamb Shoulder recipe is fall-apart tender, juicy and perfect for those days when you need a set-and-forget meal. With crispy potatoes and a rich gravy, it’s a comforting, family-friendly meal that takes minimal effort.
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Haylea says:
I made your Chicken Caesar Smash Taco receipe the other night. My not overly fussed with trying anything new 16 yo son has asked “when can you make this again”.
I love your receipes include many every day pantry staples, so much flavour within a few ingredients. And easy to throw together on a busy week night. So happy I came across your website.
Nicole says:
This is just what I love to hear, Haylea! I’m so happy you are enjoying the recipes and finding them easy. But I’m especially happy that we won over your son with the tacos! Nic x
Lou says:
Hello from New Zealand! I made your Chicken Caesar Smash Tacos last night – an absolute hit with the whole family, that one’s going on repeat! Tonight we made your Quick Coconut Chicken Curry – delicious! We’ll be saving that as a favourite also. So we’re two from two – thank you so much 🙂 Tomorrow night will be the Ragu!
Nicole says:
Hi Lou! So happy to hear you’re loving the recipes! “It’s going on repeat” is my favourite comment to read! Enjoy the ragu and let me know how you go. Nic x
Teresa says:
Thank you so much 😊
Nicole says:
My absolute pleasure, Teresa! Let me know if you try any of the recipes. Nic x