{"id":96372,"date":"2025-06-28T07:21:14","date_gmt":"2025-06-28T07:21:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/28\/weekly-meal-plan-49-the-recipe-critic\/"},"modified":"2025-06-28T07:21:14","modified_gmt":"2025-06-28T07:21:14","slug":"weekly-meal-plan-49-the-recipe-critic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/28\/weekly-meal-plan-49-the-recipe-critic\/","title":{"rendered":"Weekly Meal Plan #49 | The Recipe Critic"},"content":{"rendered":"


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These meal plans have been saving my sanity<\/strong>! I\u2019m so grateful to all of you for showing up, making dinner happen, and proving that yes, we can<\/em> feed our people without losing our minds! This week\u2019s menu has some of my absolute favorites<\/strong>! <\/p>\n

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This Week\u2019s Meals = Chef\u2019s Kiss<\/h2>\n

From saucy skillet dinners to crispy chicken that might just earn you a slow clap, this week\u2019s lineup is solid. Meal planning has become my saving grace. With a plan in place, my grocery trips are (mostly) organized, and best of all, I avoid the dreaded 5 p.m. fridge stare-down. So with that, let\u2019s get into it.<\/p>\n

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Is This Enough To Satisfy Your Whole Crew?<\/h2>\n

Feeding a crew of 4\u20136? You\u2019re covered. This plan includes five weeknight winners <\/strong>and<\/em> a shopping list so you can hit the store once and feel like a total boss all week long. Just click the pink button.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Instant Pot Carnitas<\/h2>\n

Making carnitas in an Instant Pot is foolproof. With just a few simple ingredients and the magic of pressure cooking, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal ready in no time. Make a batch of this juicy shredded pork for your next taco night, you won’t regret it!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Bang Bang Chicken<\/h2>\n

Bring a bang to your dinner table with this explosive bang bang chicken! It\u2019s crispy but tender and coated in a thick, creamy sauce that\u2019s savory, spicy, and sweet all at once!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Skillet Salisbury Steak<\/h2>\n

Skillet Salisbury steak is a classic meal\u00a0with a mouthwatering tender beef patty drowning in a rich homemade brown gravy. Serve it over some mashed potatoes and peas and you have yourself a winner!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Easy BBQ Chicken Pizza<\/h2>\n

Jam-packed\u00a0<\/em>with onions, cilantro, cheese, BBQ sauce, and chicken, this pizza will be a hit with your family! Using a pre-made crust makes this recipe easy\u00a0and<\/em>\u00a0delicious!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Classic Chicken Piccata<\/h2>\n

This chicken piccata is a light and delicious Italian dish that never disappoints. The juicy breaded chicken is smothered in a fresh lemon-caper sauce that explodes with flavor in every bite.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Why Meal Planning Is My Secret Weapon<\/h3>\n

Meal planning doesn\u2019t make life perfect, but it makes dinner doable, and that\u2019s more than enough for me.<\/p>\n