Menu Plan Monday #658

Get ready for busy back-to-school days with 6 delicious dinner ideas and an easy no-bake dessert featured in this week’s Menu Plan Monday.

Menu Plan Monday is a collection of family favorite recipes from dinner to dessert.

Welcome back to another week of Menu Plan Monday! With August in full swing, many families are gearing up for back-to-school and settling back into a regular routine. This week’s menu included family-friendly favorites that make busy weeknights a little easier and keep everyone happy and well-fed.

Craving an easy one-dish dinner? This No Peek Chicken and Rice recipe comes together with minimal prep and is ready to eat in under an hour. It’s the kind of meal that makes busy weeknights so much easier. Tender, seasoned chicken baked over fluffy, flavorful rice creates a hearty, comforting dish. Don’t count on leftovers sticking around for long!

This Ham and Cheese Penne is a satisfying and yummy choice. Creamy, cheesy, and packed with familiar flavors, it’s comfort food to the max. The combination of tender pasta, savory ham, and a rich, melty cheese sauce makes it both kid-friendly and filling, while still being easy enough for a quick weeknight dinner.

Cool off with my Pistachio Oreo Ice Cream Dessert, a creamy no-bake treat layered with Oreo cookies, vanilla ice cream, and pistachio pudding. It’s a refreshing dessert to enjoy during the final weeks of summer!

From my kitchen to yours! -Holly xo