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    Home » Recipes » Meal Plan

    Weekly Menu Plan 38

    [published_or_updated] · by Angela Paris · Leave a Comment[affiliate_disclosure]

    You're going to love our Weekly Menu Plan 38 ideas for breakfast, dinner, snacks, and game day, too. This week we're giving our crockpot a workout! This week's meal plan includes shepherd's pie, beef and broccoli made in the slow cooker, chili stuffed peppers, crockpot buffalo mac and cheese, pork tenderloin, and more!

    Meal Plan 38 square collage image with text overlay.
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    • ⭐ Tips
    • September 23 - Shepherd's Pie
    • September 24 - Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken
    • September 25 - Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin
    • September 26 - Sweet and Spicy Beef Chili
    • September 27 - Chili Stuffed Peppers
    • September 28 - Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli
    • September 29 - Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese
    • Breakfast - Breakfast Quesadillas
    • Snacks - Meat and Cheese Platter
    • Dessert - Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles
    • Game Day Grub - Chili Potato Skins
    • Project of the Week
    • Weekly Meal Plan Worksheet
    • More Side Dish Ideas
    • Week of Sept 23-29 Food Holidays
    • More Weekly Meal Plans
    • Find More Recipes
    • 💬 Comments

    Here is your free Weekly Meal Plan 38 for September 23-29 with ideas for snacks and desserts, too.

    Before we get to that though, I want to share a couple of new recipes - Sweet Potato Pound Cake, Roasted Garlic with Olive Oil, and savory Dutch Oven Cheese Bread. You're going to love these recipes throughout the Fall season!

    ⭐ Tips

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    ✔️ Clean your produce when you get home from the store. Prep ingredients like diced onions and chopped carrots ahead of time so you just need to grab a container when it's time to cook - it's like having a sous chef!

    This will especially save you time this week when you're making the beef pot pie, sausage mac and cheese, and beef stew.

    ✔️ Keep your prepped foods fresh by using quality airtight containers - these are my favorite. Plus these are great for leftovers, too.

    ✔️ Before you shop, check your grocery store's website. Last week, I saved $9 just by clicking one little checkmark when I did my online grocery order! (Thanks, Hannaford!) You may find coupons or specials to help save you money.

    Be sure to check out my Juggling Act Mama Storefront on Amazon where you'll find all kinds of great products to make your life easier! Thanks so much for being a part of Juggling Act Mama ❤

    Got a tip for me?

    Please comment below, I'd love to hear it!

    September 23 - Shepherd's Pie

    Mini Shepherd's Pie on a plate with a spoon.

    These mini shepherd's pies are the perfect cool-weather meal - something about it always makes me feel comfy, cozy... and full!

    Now traditionally 'shepherd's pie' is made with lamb so this should probably be called 'cottage pie' instead - but regardless of what you call it, you're going to love every bite!

    Serve with these buttery dinner rolls.

    September 24 - Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken

    Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken with rice, purple cabbage and pineapple.

    You know me, I just adore crockpot meals! They're so easy and this crock pot teriyaki chicken doesn't disappoint on flavor either!

    You can use this chicken to make a rice or noodle bowl with stir fry veggies, or even sliders.

    Looking for something a little different? Try this honey garlic slow cooker chicken recipe instead.

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    September 25 - Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin

    Top down view of Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin and potatoes in a white dish.

    You're going to love this super simple Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin meal. The potatoes and pork are all cooked in the instant pot so there's very little clean up. It's a fast and delicious meal the whole family will love.

    Serve with a salad like BLT Pasta Salad or Fruit Salad with Orange Juice Dressing.

    No instant pot? Try this mouthwatering recipe for oven roasted pork tenderloin in weekly meal plan 38 instead.

    • Apple Feta Salad with walnuts in a bowl with a fork.
    • Close up of chicken on a strawberry spinach salad with dressing.
    • Large bowl of Chicken Caesar Salad with garlic bread.
    See more Green Salads →

    September 26 - Sweet and Spicy Beef Chili

    Serve this Sweet and Spicy Beef Chili with all your favorite chili toppings like cheese, sour cream, corn chips, etc.

    This recipe makes a really big batch, which I love! I use the leftovers for a new meal the next day, but you can also freeze leftover chili.

    If you have the time, try these yummy bacon cheddar scones.

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    • Close up of Stack of cheddar jalapeno biscuits on a cutting board.
    • Close up of a sweet potato roll.
    • Close up of piece of Cheddar Cornbread.
    See more Bread, Rolls and Biscuits →

    September 27 - Chili Stuffed Peppers

    Chili stuffed peppers on a white plate.

    All you need for this easy recipe are bell peppers, cooked rice, shredded cheese, and your leftover chili. Trust me, chili stuffed peppers are one seriously tasty meal!

    Not a fan of peppers? Use up your chili with one of these delicious recipes like chili pot pie, chili potato skins, or corn muffin chili cups instead.

    Try our taco stuffed bell peppers for a spin on your next taco night!

    September 28 - Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli

    Beef and Broccoli in a bowl with chop sticks.

    Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli is one of our most popular slow cooker recipes. It's so much better than takeout! You'll love all the great flavors in this easy meal.

    Too much beef this week? Try our chicken hashbrown casserole or winter citrus salad with grilled chicken on top instead.

    September 29 - Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese

    Close up of Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese in a bowl with a fork.

    Our slow cooker is getting quite the workout this week, huh? Well this crockpot buffalo mac and cheese is another home run.

    If you love buffalo chicken dip and mac and cheese then you have to try this recipe!

    I like to add some veggies on the side like honey glazed carrots or sauteed asparagus.

    If you've got a little extra time, make our cheesy garlic herb bombs, too!

    • Close up of parmesan and garlic broccoli in a bowl.
    • Close up of butternut squash on a baking pan.
    • Close up of Garlic-Green-Beans on a white plate.
    • Close up of Grilled Veggies cropped square.
    See more Side Dishes →

    Breakfast - Breakfast Quesadillas

    Breakfast quesadilla on a gray plate with a side of biscuits and fresh fruit.

    If you enjoyed the breakfast enchilada casserole last week and love Mexican flavors than this breakfast quesadillas recipe is for you!

    It's a super delicious breakfast and you can make a bunch over the weekend and then heat them up later in the week.

    Related: How to Make Overnight Oats

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    See more Breakfast and Brunch →

    Snacks - Meat and Cheese Platter

    Last Minute Entertaining - Simple Meat and Cheese Platter

    Our meat and cheese platter is perfect for easy entertaining and you can make a mini version for snacking, if you want.

    Check out our tips for making the perfect meat and cheese platter, including how much you'll need per person.

    Dessert - Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles

    Close up of white chocolate Pumpkin Cheesecake Balls with crushed graham crackers.

    Pumpkin truffles, or pumpkin cheesecake bites, are such a yummy way to celebrate Fall.

    If you're not up for pumpkin spice, try these yummy brownie truffles or red velvet cake balls instead.

    Enjoy them with a cup of pumpkin spice hot chocolate!

    Game Day Grub - Chili Potato Skins

    Chili Potato Skins via Juggling Act Mama

    Since you're making chili this week anyhow, why not try these amazing chili potato skins?

    They're super easy and always a big hit for parties, movie night, game day - or just because!

    Add your favorite chili toppings like slices of jalapeno, diced red onion or scallions, bacon, or even guacamole.

    Here are a few more of our favorite snacks to make on game day (which are also great for move night, potlucks, and parties!

    • Antipasto Kabobs
    • Shortcut Pretzel Bites with Honey Mustard Sauce
    • Cheesy Ranch Tater Tots
    • Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders
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      Cowboy Caviar Recipe
    • Easy Meatball Slider Recipe
    • Greek veggie dip garnished with dill and diced peppers.
      Easy Greek Yogurt Dip
    • Baked Pumpkin Spice Puff Pastry Twists on a baking sheet with parchment paper.
      Puff Pastry Twists - Pumpkin Spice

    You'll also love these homemade pizza pockets - they're so cheesy and delicious!

    Project of the Week

    DIY wooden address plaque hanging on a house.

    Upcycle some old cedar fencing to make your own DIY address plaque - it will look great near these cedar planter boxes.

    This would also make a great housewarming gift!

    Find more DIY project ideas here.

    🎃 You might also like to check out this cute ghost mason jar project!

    Weekly Meal Plan Worksheet

    Click on the link below to download a PDF of the meal planning worksheet and also our grocery list. Meals this week with weekly meal plan 38 are gonna be so easy!

    Juggling Act Mama Weekly Meal Planner
    Weekly Meal Plan 38: Printable weekly menu planner.
    Juggling Act Mama Grocery Shopping List
    Weekly Meal Plan 38: Printable grocery list.

    More Side Dish Ideas

    • Side Dishes
    • Salads
    • Bread, Rolls and Biscuits
    • Veggies
    Be sure to pin this meal plan for later.

    Week of Sept 23-29 Food Holidays

    Mix up this week's menu plan by adding in a few other recipes to celebrate these fun food holidays. Choose one or two of these to add to your version of weekly meal plan 38.

    • National Snack Stick Day - September 23
    • National Cherries Jubilee Day - September 24
    • National Quesadilla Day- September 25
      • try our Breakfast Quesadillas!
    • National Food Service Workers Day - September 25
    • National Dumpling Day - September 26
    • National Key Lime Pie Day - September 26
      • check out these Keylime Cupcakes
    • Family Day - A Day to Eat Dinner With Your Kids - September 26, 2022 (Fourth Monday in September)
    • National Corned Beef Hash Day - September 27
    • Strawberry Cream Pie Day - September 28
    • National Coffee Day - September 29
    • National Mocha Day - September 29
      • give this Salted Caramel Mocha Protein Smoothie a try

    More Weekly Meal Plans

    Not sure weekly meal plan 38 is for you? Try one of our previous meal plans instead:

    • Meal Plan 27
    • Meal Plan 28
    • Meal Plan 29
    • Meal Plan 30
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      Weekly Menu Plan 42
    • Square collage image for Menu Plan #41.
      Weekly Menu Plan 41
    • Weekly Meal Plan 40
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      Weekly Menu Plan 39

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