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Weekly Meal Plan – December 8, 2025

Nikki Lee
by Nikki Lee Updated: December 3, 2025

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A meal plan frees up time for what’s important- gathering the family around the table to connect, catch up, and create lasting memories.

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This Week’s Tips for Success:

Monday: Big Mac Tater Tot Casserole
Meal Prep Tip: Brown your ground beef in advance and store in the fridge for an easy Monday night start.
Customization: Add diced pickles or extra cheese for classic Big Mac flavor.

Tuesday: Cheesy Unstuffed Pepper Skillet
Meal Prep Tip: Chop peppers and onions earlier in the day for quick cooking.
Customization: Swap ground beef for turkey or chicken if you prefer.

Wednesday: Hot Chicken Salad Casserole
Meal Prep Tip: Use rotisserie chicken or my Instant Pot Chicken to save time.
Serving Idea: Pair with a simple green salad or roasted veggies.

Thursday: Air Fryer Salmon Bites
Meal Prep Tip: Cut the salmon into bite-sized pieces ahead of time and refrigerate until ready.
Customization: Serve over rice, salad, or in lettuce wraps.

Friday: Pizza Sloppy Joes
Meal Prep Tip: Brown the meat earlier in the day so dinner comes together fast.
Customization: Add mushrooms, peppers, or pepperoni for extra “pizza night” flavor.

Weekend Treat: Praline Snack Mix
Make-Ahead Tip: Store in an airtight container — it keeps beautifully and is perfect for gifting.
Fun Idea: Add festive sprinkles or M&M’s for a holiday twist.

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!

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