WEEK 14: BUILDABLE & BAKEABLE

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 Loaded Beef Nachos

Sheet Pan Pizza 

Chickpea Grain Bowls

Blackened Fish w/ Mango Salsa 

Ground Beef Bulgogi Bowls

Creamy Chicken Pasta 

 Week 14 is all about getting the most out of a single prep session and turning it into multiple satisfying dinners. This menu leans heavily on sheet-pan cooking, quick skillet meals, and build-your-own bowls — the kind of dinners that feel comforting and flexible without demanding a lot of extra time or cleanup.

You’ll see ingredients intentionally reused across the week, with proteins and vegetables pulling double duty in different formats. It’s a practical, efficient lineup that still delivers variety and flavor night after night.

As always, these six dinners are designed to feed four, reuse proteins where it makes sense, and keep weeknight cooking efficient without sacrificing flavor.

Sheet Pan Loaded Beef Nachos
A fun, low-effort dinner that feels indulgent without being complicated. Seasoned ground beef, beans, and melted cheese come together on a single pan for a crowd-pleasing meal that’s easy to customize at the table.

Mediterranean Sheet Pan Pizza with Rotisserie Chicken
An easy weeknight pizza that skips delivery without sacrificing flavor. Store-bought dough, rotisserie chicken, and simple toppings bake up crisp and satisfying in the oven.

Roasted Vegetable and Chickpea Grain Bowls
A hearty, plant-forward dinner built around roasted vegetables, crispy chickpeas, and grains. This one is filling, flexible, and works well for leftovers later in the week.

Blackened Fish with Mango Salsa and Rice
A bright, fresh dinner that balances spice with sweetness. The blackened fish cooks quickly, while the mango salsa adds contrast and keeps the meal feeling light and vibrant.

Ground Beef Bulgogi Bowls
A fast, skillet-based bowl that transforms leftover beef into something completely different. Sweet-savory flavors, rice, and quick pickled onions make this an easy favorite.

Creamy Pasta with Rotisserie Chicken
A comforting, straightforward pasta night that pulls together quickly. The creamy sauce and shredded chicken make this feel cozy without being heavy, perfect for a midweek reset.

Protein

• Ground beef
   
• Rotisserie chicken
   
• White fish fillets
   
• Chickpeas
   

Produce

• Red onion
   
• Garlic
   
• Sweet potatoes
   
• Mango
   
• Cilantro
   

Dairy

• Shredded mozzarella
   
• Mexican-blend shredded cheese
   
• Heavy cream
   

Bakery / Grains

• Tortilla chips
   
• Pizza dough
   
• White rice
   
• Pasta
   

Pantry

• Olive oil
   
• Taco seasoning
   
• Marinara sauce
   
• Soy sauce
   
• Vinegar
   
• Honey or brown sugar
   
• Italian seasoning
   
• Chili flakes
   
• Canned beans
   

 This week is designed around efficiency and flexibility. Several dinners share core ingredients, reducing waste and simplifying the grocery list, while different cooking methods keep the week from feeling repetitive. Sheet-pan meals anchor the lineup, bowl dinners add customization, and quicker skillet meals help balance busier nights.

It’s a strong example of how planning ahead can make weeknight cooking feel calmer and more intentional.