Meal Planning

I realized after spending over $350 at the grocery store last week that I need to do a better job of planning meals for my family and actually following through with cooking what I purchase. I am so bad at buying ingredients for certain meals and then letting them sit in the fridge. I sat down yesterday with my calendar and wrote down all my daughter's activities for the week and planned dinners accordingly. I also purchased the Beachbody club membership and was completely thrilled to find that it will plan all of your meals for you! These meals are family friendly and look really yummy! I only used it for some dinner ideas because I have my meal plan from my trainer that I want to try to follow during the day. Here are some examples of what I am planning to cook for dinner this week.

Monday
Chicken fajitas

Tuesday
Turkey spaghetti (wheat noodles)

Wednesday
Pulled pork sandwiches

Thursday
Turkey burgers

Friday
Basil chicken



Basil Chicken

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons basil, fresh, chopped
• 1 fluid ounce chicken broth, fat-free, low-sodium
• 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic, chopped
• 2 teaspoons olive oil, extra virgin
• 1/8 teaspoon thyme, ground
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 6 1/2 ounces chicken breast, boneless/skinless, raw

Preparation

• Preheat oven to 425°F.
• Spray a shallow baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
• In a food processor or blender, combine the basil leaves, broth, garlic, olive oil, thyme, pepper and salt, and process until pureed.
• Place the chicken in the baking dish and rub both sides with 1/2 of the basil mixture; set aside.
• Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink inside.

Three Bean Salad

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup green beans, cooked
• 1/4 cup yellow beans, cooked
• 2 tablespoons kidney beans, canned, reduced sodium
• 2 tablespoons vinegar, cider
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 

Preparation

• Toss beans with vinegar and fresh cracked pepper. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Quick & Easy Couscous

Prep Time: 5 minutes or less
Total Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes or less

Ingredients

• 2/3 cup couscous, cooked
• 3/4 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon parsley, fresh, chopped 

Preparation

• Prepare couscous per package directions, Portion out 2/3 cup.
• Drizzle with olive oil and parsley.

Blueberries

Prep Time: 5 minutes or less
Total Time: 5 minutes or less
Cook Time: 0 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup blueberries
• 2 tablespoons fat-free whipped topping, frozen

Preparation

• Top blueberries with whipped topping and enjoy for dessert.

Recipes from Team Beachbody Club Membership Meal Planner

YES! I WANT TO HAVE ACCESS TO PERSONALIZED MEAL PLANNING!