Dinner doesn’t have to feel like another thing you’re failing at. This weekly meal plan is all about hearty, comforting meals that make your evenings calmer and nights easier. Think cozy, filling dinners the whole family will love!
Hearty Meals For Cold Days
Winter has a way of pulling everyone back home. If you want your family to stay in, gather around the table, and actually linger, these hearty, family-friendly dinners are for you. Want more ideas? Check out all my other weekly meal plans here.
This free weekly meal plan takes the guesswork out of dinner with five delicious, family-friendly recipes and a cute shopping list to make your week easier.
Broccoli Cheddar Orzo
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Creamy broccoli cheddar orzo made in one pot with tender veggies, melty cheese, and cozy flavors in every bite.
Fall off the Bone Slow Cooker Short Ribs is a perfect hearty, satisfying, and savory dinner. Full of flavor and fork tender succulent beef, it's a meal worth coming home to.
These delicious enchiladas are filled with juicy pork carnitas and smothered in melted cheese. Topped off with homemade red enchilada sauce, this is a dinner that the whole family will go crazy over.
Meal planning keeps me sane. When life gets busy, having dinner figured out is one less thing to stress about. Here are a few more reasons why I stick with it!
Save money: Groceries aren’t cheap. If you’re planning ahead, that means fewer impulse buys and less food waste.
Save time: No more 5 PM fridge stares or that “what’s for dinner?” panic.
Eat better: If I have a meal plan in place, I’m way less likely to grab takeout out of desperation.
Each weekly meal plan also includes a free printable grocery list that’s already measured and organized. So instead of stressing, you can just print it, grab what you need, and then enjoy how much easier and put-together your life will feel!
I only plan dinners Monday through Friday. Weekends are our time to relax, be spontaneous, or treat ourselves to something fun. If you’ve got leftovers from the week, store them in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy a no-cook night when you need it most.
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If you’ve had the Neiman Marcus chicken salad, you know why it’s famous. My copycat version gets the combo of chicken, grapes, almonds, and a smooth dressing perfectly! It’s my go-to for showers, lunches, and everything in between.
What Makes This Taste Like the Original
Tastes Like The Real Thing! The secret ingredient to make it just like the real thing is whipping cream!
Make-Ahead Friendly! You can prep it in advance! It gets better as it chills, making it perfect for lunches, showers, and brunches.
It Works A Dozen Ways! Scoop it onto croissants, crackers, or lettuce cups, or eat it straight from the bowl!
Neiman Marcus Chicken Salad Ingredients
Almonds: I like the slivered almonds, but you can use sliced or chopped if you prefer. Toasting the almonds also adds great flavor!
Grapes: Substitute or add diced apples or pineapple.
Nuts: You can use your favorite nuts! Pecans and walnuts are great alternatives to almonds.
Add-Ins: Stir in sliced green onions or onion powder for added flavor. Or add a tasty texture with dried fruit, such as craisins.
Neiman Marcus Chicken Salad Recipe
In the 1950s, Neiman Marcus department stores made chicken salad famous, thanks to Helen Corbitt’s simple, elegant style, so, this is my take on that classic. I like serving it for brunch with fruit salad and cinnamon pull-apart bread!
Combine: In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken breast, celery, red grapes, slivered almonds, and fresh parsley.
Stir: Add good quality mayonnaise, then stir to combine.
Whip Cream: In a separate bowl, add heavy whipping cream, then mix using an electric hand mixer until soft peaks form.
Combine and Season: Gently fold the whipped cream into the chicken mixture until it is fully incorporated. Season Neiman Marcus chicken salad with kosher salt and black pepper to taste.
In a large bowl, combine 3 cups diced cooked chicken breast, ½ cup chopped celery, 1 cup red grapes, ½ cup slivered almonds, and 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley.
Add ¾ cup mayonnaise and stir to combine.
In a separate bowl, add ⅓ cup heavy cream. Mix using an electric hand mixer until soft peaks form.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the chicken mixture until it is fully incorporated. Season with ½ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon salt. Taste and adjust the flavor, if needed.
Notes
Make Ahead & Storage Instructions
Make-Ahead: Prepare it, cover it tightly, and store it in the fridge until you’re ready to enjoy!
Leftovers: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Freezer: I don’t recommend freezing chicken salad!
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