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One Pan Garlic Chicken Rice
30 min

One Pan Garlic Chicken Rice

A high-value weeknight skillet with tender chicken, rice, and vegetables in one pan.

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Chicken Fajita Rice Bake
Family

Chicken Fajita Rice Bake

Baked chicken fajita casserole with rice and peppers for low-cost leftovers.

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Turkey Lentil Meatballs
High Protein

Turkey Lentil Meatballs

Baked turkey-lentil meatballs with marinara and rice for protein-focused weekly prep.

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30 Budget Recipes You Can Cook This Month

Every recipe includes prep time, cost-per-serving guidance, and direct links into your meal plan and deal flow.

One Pan Garlic Chicken Rice
Chicken

One Pan Garlic Chicken Rice

A high-value weeknight skillet with tender chicken, rice, and vegetables in one pan.

30 min | $2.45 per serving

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Black Bean Taco Skillet
Vegetarian

Black Bean Taco Skillet

Pantry-friendly taco skillet with beans, corn, and seasoned rice.

22 min | $1.75 per serving

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Lemon Herb Tuna Pasta
Seafood

Lemon Herb Tuna Pasta

Bright tuna pasta with lemon, garlic, and parsley for fast protein.

20 min | $2.05 per serving

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Lentil Sweet Potato Chili
Vegan

Lentil Sweet Potato Chili

Budget chili loaded with lentils, sweet potato, and tomato spices.

35 min | $1.60 per serving

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Sheet Pan Sausage and Potatoes
Pork

Sheet Pan Sausage and Potatoes

Roasted sausage, potatoes, and peppers with minimal cleanup.

32 min | $2.70 per serving

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Chickpea Spinach Curry
Vegan

Chickpea Spinach Curry

Creamy coconut curry with chickpeas and spinach over rice.

28 min | $1.85 per serving

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Turkey Zucchini Stir Fry
Turkey

Turkey Zucchini Stir Fry

Lean ground turkey stir-fry with zucchini and ginger soy glaze.

24 min | $2.35 per serving

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Egg Fried Rice with Veggies
Breakfast

Egg Fried Rice with Veggies

Use leftover rice for a quick egg fried rice with mixed vegetables.

18 min | $1.40 per serving

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Creamy Yogurt Chicken Wraps
Chicken

Creamy Yogurt Chicken Wraps

Shredded chicken wraps with yogurt sauce and crunchy slaw.

20 min | $2.55 per serving

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Beef Cabbage Noodle Bowls
Beef

Beef Cabbage Noodle Bowls

Savory beef and cabbage tossed with noodles and sesame.

27 min | $2.90 per serving

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Peanut Tofu Rice Bowls
Vegan

Peanut Tofu Rice Bowls

Crispy tofu and peanut sauce over rice and vegetables.

30 min | $2.20 per serving

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BBQ Chicken Quesadillas
Chicken

BBQ Chicken Quesadillas

Crispy quesadillas packed with chicken, beans, and cheese.

25 min | $2.65 per serving

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White Bean Tomato Soup
Vegetarian

White Bean Tomato Soup

Comforting white bean soup with tomato and herbs.

30 min | $1.55 per serving

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Cottage Cheese Egg Muffins
Breakfast

Cottage Cheese Egg Muffins

Make-ahead high-protein egg muffins with cottage cheese.

26 min | $1.95 per serving

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Salmon Potato Tray Bake
Seafood

Salmon Potato Tray Bake

Simple tray bake with salmon, baby potatoes, and lemon.

33 min | $3.85 per serving

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Pesto Chickpea Pasta
Vegan

Pesto Chickpea Pasta

Budget pasta with chickpeas, pesto, and spinach.

22 min | $2.10 per serving

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Slow Cooker Chicken Stew
Chicken

Slow Cooker Chicken Stew

Set-and-forget chicken stew with carrots, potatoes, and peas.

6 hrs | $2.40 per serving

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Turkey Lentil Meatballs
Turkey

Turkey Lentil Meatballs

Baked turkey-lentil meatballs with marinara and rice.

38 min | $2.30 per serving

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Shrimp Corn Rice Skillet
Seafood

Shrimp Corn Rice Skillet

Quick skillet with shrimp, corn, and smoky spices.

19 min | $3.10 per serving

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Sausage Bean Kale Stew
Pork

Sausage Bean Kale Stew

Hearty one-pot stew with sausage, beans, and kale.

34 min | $2.50 per serving

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High Protein Oat Pancakes
Breakfast

High Protein Oat Pancakes

Blended oat pancakes with eggs and yogurt for cheap protein.

20 min | $1.70 per serving

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Budget Beef and Broccoli
Beef

Budget Beef and Broccoli

Takeout-style beef and broccoli over rice at lower cost.

26 min | $2.95 per serving

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Chicken Fajita Rice Bake
Chicken

Chicken Fajita Rice Bake

Baked chicken fajita casserole with rice and peppers.

35 min | $2.60 per serving

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Potato Egg Breakfast Tacos
Breakfast

Potato Egg Breakfast Tacos

Crispy potatoes and eggs in tacos for an anytime budget meal.

24 min | $1.65 per serving

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Spinach Feta Baked Orzo
Vegetarian

Spinach Feta Baked Orzo

Oven-baked orzo with spinach, feta, and tomato.

30 min | $2.25 per serving

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Spicy Sardine Rice Bowl
Seafood

Spicy Sardine Rice Bowl

Omega-rich sardine bowl with chili, rice, and cucumber.

16 min | $1.90 per serving

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Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs
Chicken

Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs

Roasted chicken thighs glazed with honey mustard.

33 min | $2.70 per serving

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Quick Mushroom Pea Risotto
Vegetarian

Quick Mushroom Pea Risotto

Creamy stovetop risotto shortcut with mushrooms and peas.

29 min | $2.35 per serving

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Tuna White Bean Salad Wrap
Seafood

Tuna White Bean Salad Wrap

No-cook tuna and white bean salad wrapped in tortillas.

15 min | $1.80 per serving

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Red Lentil Coconut Dal
Vegan

Red Lentil Coconut Dal

Rich red lentil dal with coconut and warm spices.

32 min | $1.55 per serving

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