What to Eat this Week: April 13, 2025

Sick of the dreaded 5 pm question “What’s for dinner?” I’ve got you covered with this weekly meal plan! Each week, I share five easy and nutritious dinner ideas, plus a bonus breakfast and lunch idea, to help you feed your family without the stress. These recipes are made to keep everyone fed and happy, with simple ingredients, minimal prep, and plenty of flavor. Let me ease the mental load of busy weeknight dinners.

Crockpot Pesto Chicken

You’ll need just two ingredients for this flavorful and juicy chicken. It uses budget-friendly chicken thighs to stretch your grocery budget and keep your chicken juicy. Pile this saucy chicken on bread for sandwiches and add a bit of fresh mozzarella and fresh tomatoes for a Caprese-inspired meal.

Get the Recipe: Crockpot Pesto Chicken.

Steak Quesadillas

These homemade steak quesadillas combine layers of tender seasoned steak, melty cheese, and crispy tortillas. They are delicious, nutritious, and full of flavor – perfect for game day or a quick and satisfying dinner. After a quick sear, the steak rests and is then thinly sliced before being layered into the cheese and tortilla layers.

Get the Recipe: Steak Quesadillas.

Easy Udon Noodles

Save your time and money on a busy weeknight. These easy udon noodles taste even better than takeout! Made with snow peas, broccoli, and peppers, this pan-fried noodle dish is loaded with veggies and flavor. Naturally vegetarian, you could add some protein like chicken, shrimp, or tofu if desired.

Get the Recipe: Easy Udon Noodles.

Moroccan Ground Lamb Tacos

There are so many delicious flavors going on – we have Moroccan-inspired spiced lamb (that is succulent and rich and delicious); whipped lemon feta dip (IYKYK); crunchy shredded cabbage; and bright pickled red onions – all rolled up in a charred corn tortilla. We’re leaning on Moroccan inspiration in taco form for a fusion meal that’s oh-so-yummy and uh, it’s pretty easy too!

Get the Recipe: Ground Lamb Tacos.

Lemon Pepper Shrimp

This juicy lemon pepper shrimp recipe is sure to become a weeknight dinner fave and there’s a lot to love. It’s full of butter-y, lemon-y, pepper-y flavor (YUM!); it’s ready in about 10 minutes; and it’s made with a handful of ingredients. The bright and delicious lemon flavors enhance the shrimp in this delicious recipe. We love it over rice, but it would also be great on pasta.

Get the Recipe: Lemon Pepper Shrimp.

Ricotta Toast

Ricotta toast is a quick and easy breakfast or snack and it’s a great source of protein, too. There are so many different toppings that you can put on your ricotta toast (both sweet and savory!) so you’ll never get bored!

Get the Recipe: Ricotta Toast.

Mediterranean Orzo Salad

You’ll love this Greek orzo pasta salad with bright, fresh flavors and satisfying, salty bites! It’s made with classic Greek ingredients like crunchy and crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, briny olives, salty feta, and fresh dill. Everything is tossed with tender pasta and a red wine vinaigrette for a salad that’s utterly delicious.

Get the Recipe: Greek Orzo Salad.