Weekly Dinner Plan + Grocery List (Family of 4 with Toddlers)
- Nicole Calloway, MS, RD, LDN

- Sep 30
- 3 min read

Monday: Sheet Pan Chicken, Carrots & Potatoes - Jump
Tuesday: Taco Night (Turkey + Black Beans) - Jump
Wednesday: Salmon, Rice & Broccoli - Jump
Thursday: Veggie Stir-Fry with Rice - Jump
Friday: Tortilla Pizzas - Jump
Saturday: Breakfast for Dinner (Eggs, Toast, Fruit) - Jump
Sunday: Veggie & Bean Soup with Grilled Cheese - Jump
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🥩Protein
Chicken thighs/breasts – 2 lbs
Ground turkey – 1 lb
Salmon/tilapia – 1.5 lbs
Eggs – 2 dozen
🍞 Carbs & Grains
Rice – 3 cups (uncooked, or 3 microwave pouches)
Potatoes – 4 medium or 1.5 lb small
Whole wheat tortillas – 1 pack (10–12)
Whole wheat bread – 1 loaf
Pasta (optional for soup) – ½ lb
🥕 Veggies & Beans
Carrots – 1 lb
Frozen broccoli – 1 bag (12 oz)
Frozen mixed veggies – 1 bag (12–16 oz)
Lettuce (shredded or whole) – 1 head or bag
Bell peppers – 2
Onions – 2
Canned black beans – 2 cans
Canned mixed beans or cannellini – 2 cans
Tomato sauce – 1 jar
Salsa – 1 jar
🧀 Dairy
Shredded cheese – 2 cups
Mozzarella – 1 cup
Butter – 1 stick
🧂 Pantry & Extras
Garlic powder
Olive oil
Soy sauce
Honey
Broth (carton or bouillon)
Fresh fruit of choice (snacks + Saturday dinner sides)
Mom-Friendly "Recipes"
🌙 Monday – Sheet Pan Chicken & Veggies
The easiest set it + forget it dinner.
Toss chicken, chopped carrots, and potatoes in olive oil + garlic powder.
Roast at 425°F for ~20 minutes while you wrestle toddlers into PJs.
👶 Toddler tweak: Cut veggies smaller or add a few sweet potato wedges (a toddler fave).
🌮 Tuesday – Taco Night
The dinner that doubles as family entertainment.
Brown ground turkey (or beef), heat up canned black beans.
Lay out tortillas, cheese, lettuce, and salsa like a mini taco bar.
👶 Toddler tweak: Serve deconstructed—pile little mounds of meat, beans, cheese on their plate for less mess.
🐟 Wednesday – Salmon, Rice & Broccoli
Fancy enough for you, fast enough for mom life.
Pan-sear salmon (or budget-friendly tilapia) with lemon + garlic.
Microwave rice + steam a bag of broccoli = done.
👶 Toddler tweak: Flake the fish into bite-size bits, drizzle with butter. Instant win.
🥦 Thursday – Quick Veggie Stir-Fry
The fridge-cleanout miracle.
Toss frozen mixed veggies with leftover chicken or tofu.
Sauce = soy sauce + garlic + a honey drizzle (sweet enough for kids).
Serve over rice or noodles.
👶 Toddler tweak: Pull out their portion before saucing if flavors feel too “grown-up.”
🍕 Friday – Tortilla Pizzas
Pizza night without delivery drama.
Spread tomato sauce on whole wheat tortillas, sprinkle cheese + veggies.
Bake at 400°F for ~10 min until crispy.
👶 Toddler tweak: Let them “decorate” their pizza—warning: 90% of cheese may end up on the counter.
🍳 Saturday – Breakfast for Dinner
Because sometimes cereal isn’t enough.
Scramble eggs, toast whole grain bread, throw fruit on the side.
Bonus points: whip out freezer pancakes or waffles.
👶 Toddler tweak: Cut everything into strips they can grab with sticky fingers.
🥣 Sunday – Big Batch Veggie & Bean Soup
The Sunday reset soup.
Dump leftover veggies, canned beans, and broth into a pot. Let it simmer while you tackle laundry mountain.
Serve with grilled cheese or buttery toast.
👶 Toddler tweak: Blend or mash part of the soup for a smoother texture = less “ew” faces.
✨ Flow Hack
Do a mini prep session on Sunday: roast extra chicken + cook a pot of rice. You’ll thank yourself when you reuse it for stir-fries, quick lunches, and even breakfast scrambles.

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