Weeknight Meal Planner: Budget-Friendly Meals

Updated: October 11, 2014
We've served up 5 quick and delicious weeknight meals and a special weekly bonus recipe—all without breaking the bank.
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Sautéed Chickpeas with Broccoli and Parmesan

Need convincing to go vegetarian for the night? This meatless Monday meal comes in at only $.80 a serving.
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Chicken Pot Pie

Photo: Ryan Benyi; Styling: Stephana Bottom
Southern comfort for only $1.38 per serving will keep you on budget and completely satisfied.

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Bow Ties with Sausage and Broccoli Rabe

Photo: Antonis Achilleos; Styling: Gerri Williams
Pasta night on a budget doesn't mean noodles and canned sauce. This dish includes Parmesan cheese and Italian sausage for a little over $1.50.
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Garlic Chicken with Rosemary

Photo: Antonis Achilleos; Styling: Gerri Williams
Have an herb garden? This $2 meal gets even cheaper when you use your own fresh-picked rosemary.
Serve with:
Tossed salad

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Cajun Chicken Stew

Photo: Antonis Achilleos; Styling: Gerri Williams for James Reps
Use tender chicken thighs instead of breasts to save money in soups and stews. Not only does this Cajun-style dinner come in at under $2, but the slow cooker does almost all the work!

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Chocolate-Covered Espresso Cookies

Photo: Kate Sears; Styling: Gerri Williams for James Reps
Quit that expensive vending machine habit, and bake a batch of cookies that covers your coffee and snack fix at only $.11 a serving.
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