I know that as the new school year approaches and our lives get so busy, we can all use some easy and cheap ideas for weeknight dinners! Our first thought might be to hit the drive-thru or stick with PB & J everyday. I’m here to help you fight that urge and get dinner on the table without breaking your budget or spending all day in the kitchen. These easy, frugal weeknight dinners with 5 ingredients or less will help you do just that!
15 EASY FRUGAL WEEKNIGHT DINNERS WITH 5 INGREDIENTS OR LESS
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I’m creating this list in the hopes that it will help you put together an easy meal for your family on the nights that you’re running around, running late, or have just plain run out of energy.
Because after all, making your own meals is the easiest way to save money on food.
This collection of recipes from some of my favorite bloggers is sure to make your dinnertime easier. And best of all, these dinners can all be made with 5 ingredients or less.
You can find more ways to save money on food here:
- 8 Meal Planning Hacks to Save you Time and Money
- 5 Meal Hacks to keep your oven off
- Top 10 Frugal Food Tips
- 5 Tips to Save on Groceries
By the way, if you want to save more money on food, you should join my FREE Grocery Budget Challenge!
Here are the recipes:
FRUGAL CHICKEN DINNERS
Of course, chicken is always an easy frugal go-to. So, here are several quick, cheap chicken recipes.
Pepper Chicken from Indian Ambrosia
Easy Apricot Chicken from Food Meanderings
Quick & Easy Chicken and Dumplings from DIY with My Guy
Chicken Pepper Stir Fry Skillet from The Country Chic Cottage
Easy Parmesan Crusted Chicken from Retro Housewife Goes Green
Sheet Pan Chicken Teriyaki from The Holy Mess
OTHER FRUGAL RECIPES
I love these creative and affordable dinner ideas!
Hamburger Stew from Uncommon Designs and Handmade in the Heartland
Sausage and Rapini from Pina Bresciani
Tuna Burgers from The Mama Maven
Tuna Casserole from Saving Talents
Sausage and Cheese Quiche from This Farm Girl Cooks
Pepperoni Pizza Lasagna from Mommy Musings
Gnocchi with Basil Pesto from Piping Pot Curry
Sausage Pasta Bake from Two Kids and A Coupon
Pesto Caprese Grilled Sandwich from Happy Deal Happy Day
EASY FRUGAL WEEKNIGHT DINNERS
You can’t go wrong with any of these delicious, easy, frugal weeknight dinners! Can you believe they’re all 5 ingredients or less?
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Related posts about saving money on food:
- 5 Meal Hacks to keep your oven off
- Top 10 Frugal Food Tips
- 8 Meal Planning Hacks to Save you Time and Money
- The Easiest Way to Save Money on Food
What will you make for dinner tonight?
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