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๐Ÿ’š Meal Plan for April 6-12, 2026 ๐Ÿ’š

Published about 2 months agoย โ€ขย 1 min read

Happy Easter! Here are my dinner recommendations (and salads!) for the upcoming week (April 6-12, 2026). Need last-minute Easter inspiration or ideas for a spring gathering or party? Check out my top Easter side dishes, best Easter brunch recipes, and Easter main dishes.

DAY 1: Creamy Chicken Orzo with Mushrooms and Spinach (30 Minutes, One-Pan)

DAY 2: Cilantro-Lime and Black Bean Shrimp and Rice (30-Minute, One-Pan Meal)

DAY 3: Pepperoni Chicken Bake with Basil Pesto Tomato Sauce and Mozzarella cheese (Low-carb, gluten-free. Just like pizza but with chicken instead of the crust!)

DAY 4: Creamy Tuscan Salmon Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Spinachโ€‹

DAY 5: Chicken and Wild Rice with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Mushroomsโ€‹

DAY 6: Italian Sausage and Tortellini with Sweet Potatoes and Bell Peppers in 30 minutes! Perfect for meal prep and freezing!

DAY 7: Pan-Seared Flank Steak with Spinach Sauce and Mashed Sweet Potatoes

SALAD 1: Tomato Basil Avocado Mozzarella Salad with Balsamic Dressingโ€‹

SALAD 2: Spinach and Fruit Salad with Maple-Lime Dressingโ€‹

SALAD 3: Creamy Broccoli Bacon Salad with Pecans, Cranberries, and Raisinsโ€‹

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