Quick & Easy Dinner Meal Plan – Fast, Family-Friendly Recipes for Busy Weeknights

Weeknight dinners don’t have to be stressful. When you’re juggling work, school runs and after-school activities, finding time to cook can feel impossible. This quick and easy dinner meal plan takes the pressure off with simple, delicious recipes everyone will love. From juicy Chicken Shawarma and flavour-packed Teriyaki Meatballs to Quick & Easy Nachos, a 4-Ingredient Gnocchi Bake and Cheat’s McChicken Burgers, these family dinner ideas are perfect for busy evenings.

These recipes are not only ideal for parents who want fast, fuss-free weeknight meals, but also for teens and young adults learning to cook for themselves. Each recipe is easy to follow, uses minimal ingredients and packed with maximum flavour without extra effort.

Say goodbye to “what’s for dinner?” stress and hello to simple, satisfying meals that save time, reduce stress, and get teens excited about cooking!

Meal Plan #1

  • chicken wrap with marinated chicken, grated cheese and carrot, tomato, cucumber and spinach with a dark grey round plate in the background

    Chicken Shawarma Wraps

    Make flavour-packed Chicken Shawarma Wraps at home! Juicy marinated chicken, fresh salad and creamy garlic sauce wrapped in soft pita.  A quick, budget-friendly dinner the whole family will love.

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  • Beef meatballs with teriyaki sauce, carrots and broccolini and rice

    Teriyaki Meatballs

    Quick, flavour-packed and ready in under 30 minutes.  These Teriyaki Meatballs are the ultimate weeknight dinner or party appetiser.

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  • Nachos on a grey plate with a tray of nachos in the background and a glass of water in the top corner

    Quick & Easy Nachos

    Make lunch or snack time easy with these Quick and Easy Nachos. Only 3 ingredients and ready in 5 minutes.  Perfect for busy families and teens learning to cook!

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  • blue rectangle dish with gnocchi and napoli sauce and melted cheese with a large spoon

    Easy 4 Ingredient Gnocchi Bake

    Make dinner simple with this Easy 4 Ingredient Gnocchi Bake! Ready in 30 minutes, this fuss-free, family-friendly vegetarian meal is perfect for busy nights or for teens and young adults learning to cook.

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  • chicken burger with lettuce and aioli

    Cheat's McChicken Burger

    Skip the drive-thru with these easy Cheat’s McChicken Burgers! A quick and delicious family-friendly dinner made with just 4 ingredients – perfect for Friday night fakeaway at home.

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