Easy-to-make recipes using wholesome ingredients, many of which can be modified to fit dietary needs. Five days of healthy dinners with a grocery list included!
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DAY 1
1
Teriyaki Chicken Casserole
Teriyaki Chicken Casserole is a complete meal with chicken, fresh vegetables, rice, and a simple sweet teriyaki sauce. Baked to perfection for a healthy dinner the whole family will enjoy.
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Grocery Items for Teriyaki Chicken Casserole:
- Chopped fresh vegetables (2 cups): broccoli, carrots, peppers — or a 12 oz frozen mixed vegetable bag
- Boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs (1 pound)
- Fresh garlic (2–3 cloves)
- Green onions (2–3)
Pantry Items:
- Low-sodium soy sauce
- Oyster or hoisin sauce
- Brown sugar
- Ground ginger
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Toasted sesame seeds
DAY 2
2
Cabbage Roll Soup
Hearty and comforting, this Cabbage Roll Soup is perfect for colder months. It’s easy to prepare and packed with lean beef and vegetables — a fast family favorite.
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Grocery Items for Cabbage Roll Soup:
- Lean ground beef (1 pound)
- Yellow onion (1 medium)
- Green bell pepper (1 small)
- Carrots (2 medium)
- Garlic clove (1)
- Green cabbage (about 4 cups, chopped)
- Canned tomato sauce (3 x 8 oz cans)
- Beef stock (4 ½ cups)
- Fresh parsley (to taste)
Pantry Items:
- Olive oil
- Worcestershire sauce
- Italian seasoning
- Brown sugar
- White rice (see recipe notes for using brown rice)
- Salt and black pepper
DAY 3
3
One-Skillet Mediterranean Chicken and Pasta
This one-skillet dinner is easy enough for weeknights and special enough for guests. Juicy chicken thighs simmer with pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and Mediterranean flavors for a satisfying meal.
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Grocery Items for Mediterranean Chicken and Pasta:
- Boneless, skinless chicken thighs (6–8)
- Yellow onion (about ½ cup, chopped)
- Garlic clove (1)
- Julienned sun-dried tomatoes (½ cup; not packed in oil)
- Ditalini or small pasta (2 cups)
- Chicken broth (2 ½ cups)
- Fresh spinach (2 cups)
- Pitted Kalamata olives (¾ cup)
- Lemon (1, for juice and zest)
Pantry Items:
- Olive oil
- Butter
- Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper
DAY 4
4
Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry features a simple two-ingredient sauce and comes together in under 30 minutes. It delivers the flavors of takeout at home, with plenty of protein and nutritious vegetables. Low-carb options available.
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Grocery Items for Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry:
- Top sirloin steak (¾ pound), thinly sliced
- Fresh broccoli florets (about 4 cups)
Pantry Items:
- Cornstarch
- Olive oil
- Low-sodium soy sauce
- Granulated sugar
- Toasted sesame seeds
DAY 5
5
Low-Carb King Ranch Chicken Casserole
This low-carb King Ranch Chicken Casserole is comfort food without the carbs. It’s loaded with tender chicken, vegetables, and plenty of cheese — a delicious family meal ready in under an hour.
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Grocery Items for Low-Carb King Ranch Chicken Casserole:
- Cooked chicken (about 3 cups)
- Colby Jack cheese (1 ½ cups, shredded)
- Chicken broth (1 cup)
- Sour cream (1 cup)
- Mild salsa (1 cup)
- Low-carb tortillas (five 5-inch tortillas)
- Yellow onion (½ cup, chopped)
- Red bell pepper (1 small)
Pantry Items:
- Avocado or olive oil
- Blanched almond flour (3 tablespoons)
- Ranch seasoning mix (1 tablespoon)
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