Easy Midweek Meals

We’re always on the lookout for new Easy Midweek Meals! I don’t know about you, but I get so bored with trying to think of new meals for the shopping list every week but equally bored with eating the same meals on repeat.

We’re a busy family—I’m sure you are, too. I don’t always have as much time as I’d like to spend creating meals that everyone will enjoy. This is why these easy midweek meals are perfect. They are filling family favourites that are always a hit. They are also budget-friendly and easy to come back to time and time again.

Chicken Fajita Traybake with served portion to the side.

Chicken Fajita Traybake

28/01/202503/07/2023 by Donna Dundas

Chicken Fajitas are delicious. Chicken Traybakes are delicious. So putting the two together for a chicken fajita traybake will always be good!

square of gammon pie on white plate, filling pouring out, mushuy peas on the side.

Leftover Gammon Pie

20/11/202527/06/2023 by Donna Dundas

Creamy Gammon Leek and Potato Pie is the perfect way to use up any leftover gammon. Serve with veggies for a filling and delicious family dinner.

Halloumi and Chorizo Pasta in tomato sauce in frying pan.

Halloumi and Chorizo Pasta

28/01/202512/06/2023 by Donna Dundas

This Halloumi and Chorizo Pasta recipe is a super simple and incredibly tasty midweek dinner. Add garlic bread for an extra treat.

baked pizza pasta bake in cast iron dish. Salad and garlic bread also on table.

Pizza Pasta Bake

28/01/202522/05/2023 by Donna Dundas

Delicious and comforting, pizza pasta bake combines the flavours of pepperoni pizza and cheesy pasta bake into one irresistible family dinner.

chicken tikka pizza on plate with salad.

Chicken Tikka Pizzas

28/01/202518/05/2023 by Donna Dundas

Chicken Tikka Masala? Awesome! Pizzas? Awesome! Chicken Tikka Pizzas? The family dinner fusion we all need! I make these tasty chicken tikka pizzas on store-bought bread for a super simple family meal.

baked bean chilli in a cast iron dish with serving spoon. Served portion, bowl of rice, bread and chilli to the sides.

Baked Bean Chilli

26/02/202509/05/2023 by Donna Dundas

Looking for a quick and easy take on a classic chilli? This baked bean chilli is absolutely delicious and always a hit with the kids! The perfect budget-friendly family dinner.

Prawn pasta salad in white pasta bowl. Pepper, dressing, hendersons relish and smoked paprika also on table.

Prawn Pasta Salad

28/01/202503/05/2023 by Donna Dundas

This Prawn Pasta Salad is packed with colour, texture, flavour and nutrients, making it the perfect summer lunch. If you find salads really boring (like I do!) this recipe is a must!

Sausage and bean pasta bake in a large cast iron cooking dish. Garlic bread also on table.

Sausage and Bean Pasta Bake

28/01/202525/04/2023 by Donna Dundas

Sausage and bean pasta bake is such an easy dinner that the kids are sure to love! Filling, cheap and tasty, it’s perfect for busy weeknights.

served portions of stir fry in white bowl with chopsticks. Frying pan, soy, 5 spuce and limes to the sides.

Lamb Stir Fry

28/01/202524/04/2023 by Donna Dundas

Delicious lamb stir fry recipe with tender pieces of meat, vegetables, and flavourful Asian-inspired sauce. Perfect for a quick and easy dinner.

Chicken and bacon pasta salad in white pasta bowl. Salt and pepper, form and lemon also on table.

Chicken and Bacon Pasta Salad

28/01/202521/04/2023 by Donna Dundas

Looking for a satisfying salad that’s packed with gorgeous flavours, lots of texture and tons of nutrients? This chicken and bacon pasta salad recipe is super filling and is perfect for summer lunches.

side view of pita bread with minted llamb meatballs, salad and yoghurt mint sauce. Plate of salad in the background.

Minted Lamb Meatballs

28/01/202517/04/2023 by Donna Dundas

Love meatballs but fancy something a bit different? These minted lamb meatballs use mint sauce, for a super simple recipe. Serve in pita bread with rice or salad instead of the usual pasta for a fun family dinner.

pulled pork pasta in frying pan with serving spoon. BBQ sauce, pasta bag, bowl of penne and salad also on table.

Pulled Pork Pasta

28/01/202516/04/2023 by Donna Dundas

Transform your pulled pork leftovers into a delicious pasta dish with this easy recipe. Pulled pork pasta is perfect for a quick and tasty weeknight dinner.