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2-Week Family Meal Plan: Simple Recipes & Grocery List

Enjoy this meal plan for January 9–13. As the weather gets colder, mornings can feel drowsy and making breakfast can be a chore.

If you’re pressed for time, try these overnight oats for breakfast all week, or this keto chia pudding for a low-carb, make-ahead option.

Enjoy a free 5-day meal plan of family-friendly dinners. A simple plan helps you relax, save time, and be sure your family is getting hot home-cooked meals each night.

I’ve shared 5-day meal plans with my email subscribers for years and recently posted some on Instagram. I love hearing from people who use these plans regularly and find them helpful.

If you’re new here, each plan usually includes five dinners and one or two desserts. I aim for variety and flexibility so you can swap meals or save leftovers for lunches. I also recommend reserving one day for leftovers each week.

📅 Food Holidays

This week features a few food-related observances—great excuses to try something new or celebrate familiar flavors:

  • January is National Soup Month—browse this hearty soup collection.
  • January 11 is National Milk Day. Enjoy milk with a favorite cookie or whip up a rich date shake.
  • January 12 is National Hot Tea Day. Tea is a beloved drink in many places—try warming Karak tea (Karak tea) or fragrant cardamom tea.

🍊 In Season Now

January is peak citrus season—oranges, lemons, limes, and mandarins are at their best. Root vegetables like beets, turnips, and celery root are also in season and perfect for warming winter meals.

Meal Prep Tricks

  • Brown ground beef in one batch to use for multiple meals (Wednesday and Friday).
  • Prepare stuffed chicken breast filling early in the week—Sunday works well.
  • Buy pre-chopped or pre-cored vegetables when possible—your time is valuable.
  • Feel free to swap days as needed, and check other meal plans for more ideas.

January 9

A close up look at a bowl with freekeh soup.

Freekeh Soup

Try this comforting freekeh soup. For a vegetarian version, skip the chicken.

January 10

Stuffed chicken breast on an air fryer basket.

Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken

This air fryer stuffed chicken breast is simple, healthy, and quick—perfect for busy weeknights.

January 11

A pan with Tater tots, cheese and olives

Taco Tater Tot

Serve this crowd-pleasing taco tater tot casserole with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and your favorite toppings.

January 12

A white bowl with wild rice and shrimp.

Spicy Shrimp and Rice

This spicy shrimp and rice is vibrant and full of flavor—serve it with a simple salad or steamed vegetables.

January 13

A hand holding a spoon with an artichoke stuffed with ground meat.

Ground Beef Artichoke

Make these savory stuffed artichokes with ground beef and zucchini. Serve alongside vermicelli rice for a complete meal.

Desserts

Galaktoboureko in a white oven dish.

Finish the week with crunchy, creamy Galaktoboureko, a traditional Mediterranean semolina and syrup dessert that’s wonderfully indulgent.

🖨️ Printable Shopping List

Use this free printable shopping list to streamline your grocery trip for the week.

Related posts

If you missed it, check last week’s menu plan, and browse more ideas in the meal plan category.