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Weekly Meal Plan – December 1, 2025

Nikki Lee
by Nikki Lee Updated: November 26, 2025

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December is right around the corner, and as we step into one of the busiest (and most fun!) months of the year, having a simple meal plan in place makes all the difference. With holiday events popping up, school activities winding down, and to-do lists growing by the day, I wanted to pull together a week of easy, flavorful meals to help you ease into the season without the stress.

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This Week’s Tips for Success

Monday: Philly Cheesesteak Sliders
Meal Prep Tip: Slice onions and peppers ahead of time to make assembly quick and easy.
Customization: Add provolone or mozzarella — both melt beautifully.

Tuesday: Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
Meal Prep Tip: Cook your pasta and prep the chicken earlier in the day for a fast dinner.
Customization: Use grilled chicken, rotisserie chicken, or even leftover turkey.

Wednesday: Caldo Gallego – Collard Green Soup
Meal Prep Tip: Chop collards (or buy them chopped) and potatoes ahead of time so dinner comes together quickly.
Serving Idea: Serve with warm crusty bread or garlic breadsticks.

Thursday: Air Fryer Sausage and Peppers
Meal Prep Tip: Slice peppers and onions in the morning for a fast throw-together dinner.
Serving Idea: Serve in buns, over rice, or with roasted potatoes.

Friday: Balsamic Cranberry Chicken
Meal Prep Tip: Mix the marinade ahead of time so the flavors really shine.
Serving Idea: Pair with mashed potatoes, rice pilaf, or roasted veggies.

Weekend Treat: Hot Chocolate Brownies
Make-Ahead Tip: These stay fudgy for days — perfect for weekend snacking or gifting.
Fun Idea: Top with mini marshmallows or crushed peppermint for a festive touch.

Each meal plan includes five dinner recipes the whole family will love, with a nice variety to keep things interesting. Add a side dish or salad, and you have a complete meal!

If you are looking for extra sweets to curb that craving, head over to try some of our tasty desserts!

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