Some people get excited about holidays… I get excited about a fresh meal plan. 😂 There is something so satisfying about knowing exactly what’s for dinner each night. It frees up so much mental space because I’m not standing in front of the fridge at 4:30 pm wondering what to cook or making an extra trip to the supermarket for “just one thing”. If your weeks feel anything like mine (with lots of things happening!), this week’s meal plan is here to make life easier. We’ve got comforting Cottage Pie, crispy Cheesy Baked Chicken Tacos, speedy One-pan Korean-style Beef Noodles, family-favourite Italian-style Meatballs, Chicken Schnitzel with Creamy Mushroom Sauce, Portuguese Chicken and Chips, and a Slow Cooker Beef Ragu that’s perfect for those days when you want dinner waiting for you.

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Baked Chicken Tacos in tray with juicy filling

Cheesy Baked Chicken Tacos

5 from 3 votes
These Cheesy Baked Chicken Tacos are an easy chicken dinner made with juicy seasoned chicken, sweet corn and melted cheese, all baked inside soft tortillas until the tops are golden and crispy. This family-friendly taco recipe is easy to customise with your favourite toppings, making these baked chicken tacos perfect for busy weeknights, feeding a crowd or a fun Mexican-inspired dinner.
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One-pan Korean beef noodles served in a bowl ready to eat

One-pan Korean-style Beef Noodles

4.80 from 10 votes
These One-pan Korean-style Beef Noodles combine minced (ground) beef, ramen noodles and a creamy gochujang sauce in an easy family dinner that's ready in just 20 minutes. Everything cooks in the one pan for minimal washing up, making it perfect for busy weeknights when you want something a little different from the usual mince rotation.
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Closeup meatballs plated and cut open

Italian-style Meatballs

4.50 from 2 votes
Soft, cheesy Italian-style Meatballs gently simmered in a rich tomato sauce until perfectly tender. With no frying required and everything cooked in the one pan, this comforting family dinner feels incredibly special without the extra effort.
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Crispy breaded chicken schnitzel topped with creamy mushroom sauce, served with sautéed green beans and mashed potatoes in a bowl.

Chicken Schnitzel with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

5 from 13 votes
Golden chicken schnitzels topped with a creamy mushroom sauce you can make in the same pan – what’s not to love? Chicken Schnitzel with Creamy Mushroom Sauce is freezer-friendly, weeknight-worthy, and feels like a hug on a plate. Perfect for when you want something cosy without the fuss.
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Cottage Pie

Cottage Pie

4.94 from 30 votes
Cottage Pie is my go-to dinner when I need something delicious, nourishing and comforting to serve the family at the end of a busy day. My version of this classic recipe is loaded with extra vegetables.
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Overhead view of Portuguese chicken and chips on a plate.

Butterflied Portuguese Chicken

5 from 16 votes
Butterflied Portuguese Chicken is a no-fuss family dinner that delivers big flavours and serious crunch. Serve with crispy oven fries for the full fakeaway experience.
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Warm and comforting slow cooker beef ragu with a rich, deep color.

Slow-cooker Beef Ragu

5 from 33 votes
This Slow-cooker Beef Ragu recipe is an effortless, rich and comforting dinner that practically cooks itself. Fall-apart beef in a thick tomato-based sauce, served with fresh pasta – perfection for busy nights!
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