Monthly Meal Plan – Month of April

2 Apr 2023

Get ready for the month ahead with a Monthly Meal Plan!

It’s time to get ready for the month ahead with a monthly meal plan.

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This weekly menu plan is going to help you plan exactly what you need for the week. That means you will not have to worry about, “What’s for dinner”, questions because you already have it planned.

Menu Planning does not have to be stressful, it’s simply a way to strategize the week with what you have on hand along with what you need to pick up at the store.

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The Menu I will be sharing features a variety of meals from a slow cooker to instant pot and air fryer recipes. It will also include traditional recipes and grilled recipes as well. It’s a nice variety.

How do you menu plan?

There are so many ways you can use the menu plan. If you prefer to use it as is, then simply plan out every meal with what I have below. If you want to just simply add some new recipes to your menu each week, that’s what I highly recommend.

It’s always a great idea to just pick at least 1 new recipe each week and add it to your menu. This allows your family to get some new recipes into the rotation and try some recipes out that you may not have otherwise tried.

I also suggest adding in some leftover nights if you use up leftovers throughout the week or eating out too. It’s a good idea to plan those nights in or give yourself some room for nights like that so that you do not overbuy at the store.

Lastly, always plan from what you have in your fridge and freezer already, this way you use what you have and cut down costs on buying things you don’t need.

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What is on the menu plan?

Each menu plan will include 20 Main Dish Recipes, 12 Side Dish Recipes, 4 Breakfast Recipes, and 4 Dessert Recipes. These should help you get plans made for this month!

20 Main Dish Recipes

20 Main Dish Recipes that are perfect to make any night of the week!

How to Make Grilled Pizza

Start the month with grilled pizza!

Sheet Pan Mini Meatloaf and Vegetables Recipe

Sheet Pan Mini Meatloaf and Vegetables are perfect for dinner!

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Easy Baked Tacos

Make a one dish dinner with these Baked Tacos!

Rosemary Chicken Salad (Ninja Foodi)

Rosemary Chicken Salad is wonderful with lettuce or bread!

Ninja Foodi Grilled Lobster Tail

Ninja Foodi Grilled Lobster tail - easy meal for dinner!

Easy Grilled Chicken Wings

Easy Grilled Chicken Wings make for a great choice!

Ninja Foodi French Dip Sandwiches (Pressure Cooker)

Ninja Foodi French Dip Sandwiches are a fabulous choice for dinner.

Dorito Taco Salad (Gluten-Free)

Dorito Taco Salad makes for a great choice!

Pellet Grill Rotisserie Chicken

Pellet Grill Rotisserie Chicken is a fabulous choice for dinner.

Easy Grilled Pork Chops

Grilled Pork Chops make for a wonderful meal.

Ninja Foodi Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken

Make these stuffed baked potatoes with Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken!

Pellet Grilled Salmon

Pellet Grilled Salmon, perfect choice!

Grilled Chicken Fajitas (Ninja Foodi Grill)

Grilled Chicken Fajitas for the weekend win!

Chef Salad with Homemade Dressing

This a wonderful Chef Salad with fresh veggies!

Smoked Pulled Pork (Pellet Grill Recipe)

Make a fabulous Smoked Pulled Pork!

Easy Method - How to Smoke Bologna

Smoked Bologna is great any weekend!

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Ninja Foodi Chicken Tacos (Crockpot)

These Chicken Tacos can be made in the Ninja Foodi or Crockpot!

Ninja Foodi Chicken Alfredo

Ninja Foodi Chicken Alfredo, perfect busy, weeknight meal!

Ninja Foodi Goulash (Gluten-Free Optional)

Ninja Foodi Goulash for a quick and easy go-to!

How to Make Garlic Butter Ribeyes on the Grill

Make these tasty Garlic Butter Ribeyes!

12 Side Dish Recipes

Get ready for the month ahead with these great side dish recipes!

Easy Potato Salad (Gluten-Free)

This Easy Potato Salad is the perfect naturally gluten-free summer side dish!

Broccoli Salad (Gluten-Free)

Make this classic easy broccoli salad as the perfect side dish that's gluten-free too!

Crockpot Scalloped Potatoes

Make these great Crockpot Scalloped Potatoes that are also easy to make gluten-free too!

Easy Fruit Salsa

Make an Easy Fruit Salsa paired with Homemade Cinnamon Chips! This can also be made gluten-free too!

Easy Campfire Beans

Make a delicious campfire recipe with these Easy Campfire Beans!

Ninja Foodi Mashed Potatoes

Make a huge pot of Mashed Potatoes right in your Ninja Foodi with these Ninja Foodi Mashed Potatoes!

Air Fried Eggplant (Gluten-Free)

Make the best, flavorful Air Fried Eggplant that is easy to make gluten-free too!

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Easy Refrigerator Pickles

Make the best Easy Refrigerator Pickles, these are great with fresh cucumbers!

Layered Taco Dip

Make a fabulous Layered Taco Dip to serve for a party or potluck! It's easy to make gluten-free too.

Crash Hot Potatoes

Make a tasty side dish with Crash Hot Potatoes!

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Grilled Cheesy Potatoes

Make these easy Grilled Cheesy Potatoes on the grill or right over the campfire with these foil packed potatoes.

Air Fryer Seasoned Asparagus

Make the best crispy, crunchy, and tasty asparagus in the Air Fryer with this Air Fryer Seasoned Asparagus!

4 Breakfast Recipes

Make these tasty breakfasts for the month of May!

Gluten-Free Breakfast Burritos

These breakfast burritos are fabulous!

Freezer Friendly - Make Ahead Breakfast Bowls

Get ready for the week with make ahead breakfast bowls!

How to Make Chocolate Gravy

The best chocolate gravy for breakfast!

Easy Strawberry Scones (Gluten-Free Optional)

Make these amazing scones with fresh strawberries!

4 Dessert Recipes

Make some fun desserts this month!

Italian Cream Sodas

Cool off with these fun Italian Cream Sodas!

Lemon Cupcake Recipe (Gluten-Free Optional)

Lemon Cupcakes make for a wonderful party treat!

Easy Watermelon Cupcakes (Gluten-Free Optional)

Watermelon Cupcakes the perfect cute summer cupcake!

Gluten-Free Strawberry Shortcake Recipe

Make these yummy Strawberry Shortcakes!