This weeknight meal plan for two features seven easy, portion-friendly recipes for smaller households. Each one is designed to save time and make weeknight dinners simple when you’re cooking for two.
The recipes all focus on simple ingredients so you can rearrange the meals to match your plans for the week.

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At-a-Glance: Meal Planning for Two
- Quick weeknight dinners – Easy recipes for busy evenings.
- Portion-friendly meals – Made for two without extra leftovers.
- Time-saving planning – No daily “what’s for dinner” stress.
- Simple ingredients – Recipes that keep shopping and prep easy.
- Flexible schedule – Swap meals around to fit your week.
- Perfect for couples – Designed for smaller households cooking for two.
Not Sure What to Make for Dinner Tonight?
Do you spend hours each week grocery shopping and meal prepping, just to find yourself making the same dishes all over again?
Having an organized weekly meal plan is a great way to get out of your cooking rut - but finding one that works well for two people can be tricky.
Here are a few tips when cooking for two people...especially if you're used to feeding a larger family:
- Take some time to plan your meals for the week in advance. This will help you stay organized and ensure you have all the necessary ingredients on hand. Consider choosing recipes that can easily be scaled down for two servings.
- When cooking for two, it's important to portion your ingredients correctly. Use measuring cups or a kitchen scale to ensure you're using the right amount of ingredients. This will help avoid waste and ensure you don't end up with too much food.
- And if you do have leftovers...it's okay! Leftovers can be a time-saver for busy days. Consider making extra portions and store them in the fridge or freezer for future meals.
Weeknight Meal Planner
If getting dinner on the table every night feels stressful, planning ahead can make a big difference. I find it much easier to write out our meals using my Weekly Meal Planner, especially on busy weeknights.
It helps me stay organized, plan ahead, and avoid last-minute decisions. To make planning even easier, be sure to check out my 10 Essentials Pantry Items and Freezer Meal Planning Tips so you can customize dinners to fit your schedule.
You can also explore previous Weekly Meal Plans or browse through my Dinner for Two or my One Week Meal Plan for Two.
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