Skinnytaste Dinner Plan (Week 75)
Each week I plan our dinners in advance to save time, reduce stress, and make grocery shopping simpler. For Week 75 I’m starting the week with a meatless Monday: Best Eggplant Rollatini with Spinach. I usually assemble this the night before so it can go straight in the oven on Monday evening. Later in the week I revive a few favorite recipes, including Asian Peanut Noodles with Chicken and one of Tommy’s top picks, Garlic Shrimp in Coconut Milk, Tomatoes and Cilantro. Planning ahead helps me balance flavors, reuse ingredients across meals, and avoid last-minute takeout.
I use a meal planner to map out dinners for the week, but any notepad or app will do. Meal planning is a practical habit that makes supermarket trips more efficient and reduces food waste. Our family of four often turns larger recipes into lunches or next-day dinners, so I double-check portion sizes and plan for leftovers whenever a recipe yields extra. For breakfasts I keep things simple with eggs and fruit, smoothies, or avocado toast—quick options that keep mornings moving.
Below is the full plan for this week, followed by a complete shopping list organized by recipe. I’ve included helpful notes and simple prep tips to make weekday cooking easier and more enjoyable.
Weekly Dinner Schedule — Skinnytaste Dinner Plan (Week 75)
Monday: Best Eggplant Rollatini with Spinach (assembled ahead for easy baking)
Tuesday: Pressure Cooker Stewed Chicken with Corn (Pollo Guisado con Maiz). This comforting one-pot dish pairs well with a side of riced cauliflower or a simple salad.
Wednesday: Asian Peanut Noodles with Chicken — Lightened Up. A flexible midweek favorite that reheats well and can be customized with extra vegetables or spicy sauce.
Thursday: Spring Stir-Fried Chicken with Sugar Snap Peas and Carrots, served with brown rice. Quick to make on a busy evening and full of crisp vegetables.
Friday: Garlic Shrimp in Coconut Milk, Tomatoes and Cilantro with brown rice. Bright, fragrant, and a great way to end the week with a lighter seafood option.
Saturday: Dinner out — flexible night for family plans or a restaurant meal.
Sunday: Turkey Meatball Stroganoff (Instant Pot, Slow Cooker, or Stovetop). This cozy classic is ideal for leftovers and makes generous portions for lunch the next day.
Shopping List
Best Eggplant Rollatini with Spinach
- Medium Italian eggplants
- Quick marinara sauce
- Large egg
- Part-skim ricotta cheese
- Grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- Frozen spinach
- Garlic
- Shredded part-skim mozzarella
Quick Marinara Sauce
- Olive oil
- Garlic
- Crushed tomatoes (28 oz can)
- Bay leaf
- Dried oregano
- Fresh basil
Pressure Cooker Stewed Chicken with Corn (Pollo Guisado con Maiz)
- Skinless chicken drumsticks
- Garlic powder
- Olive oil
- Onion
- Scallions
- Plum tomato
- Fresh garlic
- Cilantro
- Tomato sauce
- Chicken bouillon or concentrate
- Cumin
- Corn on the cob
- Riced cauliflower (optional)
Asian Peanut Noodles with Chicken — Lightened Up
- Reduced-sodium chicken broth
- Peanut butter
- Sriracha or other chili sauce (to taste)
- Honey
- Soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free option
- Fresh ginger
- Garlic
- Chicken breast
- Limes
- Sesame oil
- Rice noodles
- Green onion
- Shredded carrots
- Shredded broccoli slaw
- Bean sprouts
- Chopped peanuts
- Cilantro
Spring Stir-Fried Chicken with Sugar Snap Peas and Carrots
- Low-sodium soy sauce or tamari (or coconut aminos)
- Fresh lime juice
- Cornstarch or arrowroot
- Skinless, boneless chicken breast
- Neutral oil (canola) or coconut oil
- Garlic
- Fresh ginger
- Sugar snap peas
- Carrots
- Scallions
Garlic Shrimp in Coconut Milk, Tomatoes and Cilantro
- Jumbo shrimp
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Red bell pepper
- Scallions
- Cilantro
- Garlic
- Crushed red pepper flakes
- Diced tomatoes (14.5 oz can)
- Light coconut milk (14 oz can)
- Lime
- Brown rice
Turkey Meatball Stroganoff (Instant Pot, Slow Cooker or Stovetop)
- Olive oil
- Onion
- 93% lean ground turkey
- Whole wheat seasoned breadcrumbs
- Large egg
- Chopped parsley
- Fat-free milk
- Light sour cream
- All-purpose flour
- Tomato paste
- Beef bouillon or concentrate
- Worcestershire sauce
- Paprika
- Cremini mushrooms
- Fresh thyme
Notes and simple tips: prepare the eggplant rollatini filling the evening before to speed up Monday’s dinner. Use leftover chicken from Wednesday to add bulk to Thursday’s stir-fry if you prefer. Most of these recipes can be partially prepped ahead—wash and chop vegetables, measure sauces, and store components separately in airtight containers. Leftovers reheat well; store meals in the refrigerator for up to three days or freeze portions for later. Adjust seasoning and spice levels to suit your family’s preferences, and swap ingredients to accommodate dietary needs such as gluten-free or dairy-free alternatives.
Meal planning is a flexible tool—feel free to swap nights, double recipes for extras, or simplify with one-pot meals when time is tight. With a clear plan and a complete shopping list, weekday dinners become much easier to manage and more enjoyable for everyone at the table.