Aldi Budget Meal Plan 165

This week's Aldi budget meal plan is full of simple and budget-friendly recipes your family will love. From a sticky, crispy chilli beef to a quick and easy Cajun chicken pasta, these recipes require minimal prep and will be on your table in about 30 minutes!

I've been creating budget meal plans and compiling collections of cheap and easy recipes for a long time. You can check out some reader favourites: 45 quick and easy dinners to save you time and money, 30+ healthy freezable dinners to stock your freezer and simplify your week and 30 chicken pasta recipes. You can also check out all the other weekly meal plans.

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Easy Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta (30 Minutes)

This creamy and spicy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a delicious, quick, and easy meal perfect for any night of the week. With tender chicken, a flavourful sauce, and a hint of lemon, this dish is sure to become a family favourite.

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Sweet And Sour Chicken Recipe

This Sweet and Sour Chicken recipe is a delicious blend of tangy and sweet flavours, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. The tender chicken pieces are coated in a flavourful sauce, combined with vibrant vegetables and juicy pineapple.

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Easy Italian Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

These meatballs in tomato sauce are juicy and tender homemade meatballs cooked in a rustic Italian style tomato sauce.

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30-Minute Easy Sticky Crispy Chilli Beef

This Crispy Chilli Beef recipe delivers a perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavours with a delicious crispy texture. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner, this dish pairs wonderfully with rice or noodles and a side of broccoli.

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Easy Slow Cooker Vegetable Soup Recipe

A hearty and comforting vegetable soup loaded with fresh vegetables, tender tortellini, and flavourful herbs. This easy slow cooker recipe is perfect for a cozy dinner and makes for a satisfying meal with some crusty bread.

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How to Use This Meal Plan

Getting Started

1. Review the Recipes
   Skim through this week’s meal ideas and familiarize yourself with the ingredients and steps.
2. Check Your Pantry
   Take stock of any staples you already own—no need to buy extra!
3. Print Your Shopping List
   Each recipe’s ingredients are itemized so you can shop swiftly and stay on budget.
4. Prep in Advance
   Look for tasks you can do early, like chopping veggies or marinating meats. Little steps save big time later.

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