WEEK 16: Sheet Pan Smarts

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 Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Thighs 

Garlic Butter Shrimp 

Chicken and White Bean Salad

Ground Beef Stroganoff

Cajun Shrimp Tacos 

Black Bean Enchiladas

Week 16 is all about efficiency without sacrificing variety. This menu leans into sheet pan dinners, one-pot meals, and intentional leftovers that make the rest of the week easier. You’ll cook once, eat twice, and still feel like every dinner stands on its own.

You’ll start the week with bold, flavorful mains, then repurpose proteins into fresh, lighter meals later on — perfect for busy weeknights when time and energy are limited.

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

A classic sheet pan dinner that kicks off the week strong. Juicy BBQ-rubbed chicken thighs roast alongside sweet corn, zucchini, and red onion for a hands-off meal that delivers big flavor with minimal cleanup. Extra chicken is cooked here to set you up for later in the week.

Tender shrimp cooked in garlic butter, served over bright lemon-infused rice with crisp green beans on the side. This meal also intentionally makes extra shrimp and rice to streamline another dinner later in the week.

This lighter, no-cook dinner makes smart use of the leftover BBQ chicken. Cannellini beans, fresh vegetables, feta, and herbs come together in a Mediterranean-style salad that feels fresh and satisfying without turning on the oven.

Comfort food at its best. Ground beef, mushrooms, and onions simmer in a creamy sauce and are served over egg noodles for a cozy, familiar dinner that balances out the lighter meals earlier in the week.

Leftover shrimp and rice get a bold second act. Cajun-spiced shrimp are tucked into warm tortillas with crunchy slaw, avocado, and a drizzle of crema for a fast, flavor-packed taco night.

The week wraps up with a hearty vegetarian dinner. Roasted sweet potatoes and black beans are rolled into tortillas, topped with enchilada sauce and cheese, and baked until bubbly — a great make-ahead option and an easy crowd-pleaser.

Proteins

• Chicken thighs
   
• Shrimp
   
• Ground beef
   

Produce

• Corn
   
• Zucchini
   
• Red onion
   
• Garlic
   
• Lemons
   
• Green beans
   
• Cherry tomatoes
   
• Cucumber
   
• Red bell pepper
   
• Sweet potatoes
   
• Cilantro
   
• Parsley
   
• Avocado
   

Grains & Bakery

• White rice
   
• Egg noodles
   
• Flour tortillas
   

Canned & Pantry

• Black beans
   
• Cannellini beans
   
• Red enchilada sauce
   
• Chicken broth
   
• BBQ sauce
   

Dairy

• Butter
   
• Sour cream
   
• Feta cheese
   
• Mexican blend cheese
   

Spices & Condiments

• Paprika
   
• Garlic powder
   
• Onion powder
   
• Cajun seasoning
   
• Chili powder
   
• Cumin
   
• Smoked paprika
   
• Oregano
   
• Worcestershire sauce
   
• Olive oil

• Intentional leftovers: Chicken, shrimp, and rice are reused across meals to save time and reduce waste.
   
• Balanced variety: A mix of sheet pan dinners, skillet meals, fresh salads, and baked casseroles keeps the week interesting.
   
• Efficient prep: Several meals rely on the same base ingredients, simplifying your grocery list and prep work.
   
• Flexible pacing: Heavier comfort meals are balanced with lighter, fresher dinners throughout the week.