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2025 $75 Weekly Menu Plan Week 3 (Jan 13th-19th, 2025)

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Welcome to Week 3 of Our $75 Weekly Menu Plan!

This $75 Weekly Menu Plan is packed with bold, savory flavors and comforting dishes that make every meal memorable without breaking the bank.

With recipes like Honey Sriracha Grilled Chicken, Creamy Bacon Mac & Cheese, and General Tso’s Chicken Stir-Fry, this week’s menu is designed to keep your family satisfied and excited for mealtime.

crispy saucy bite of general tso chicken

$75 Weekly Menu Plan Week 3: (January 13, 2025 – January 19, 2025)

Weekly Grocery List (Walmart Prices)

Proteins:

  • Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (3 lbs) – $9.94
  • Bacon (12 oz) – $3.98
  • Chicken Thighs (1.5 lbs) – $4.87
  • Eggs (18 count) – $3.22

Dairy:

  • Shredded Cheddar Cheese (8 oz) – $2.22
  • Butter (1 lb) – $2.98
  • Milk (1 gallon) – $2.66
  • Heavy Cream (16 oz) – $3.47

Produce:

  • Broccoli (1 head) – $2.18
  • Carrots (1 lb) – $0.98
  • Bell Peppers (3 count) – $3.00
  • Green Onions (1 bunch) – $1.14
  • Garlic (1 bulb) – $0.68
  • Fresh Ginger (small piece) – $0.78
  • Zucchini (2 large) – $1.76
  • Green Beans (12 oz) – $2.18
  • Scallions (1 bunch) – $1.14
  • Lemons (2 count) – $1.12
  • Limes (2 count) – $0.96

Pantry:

  • Long-Grain White Rice (2 lbs) – $1.84
  • Soy Sauce (15 oz) – $1.72
  • Sriracha Sauce (17 oz) – $2.98
  • Honey (12 oz) – $4.12
  • Sesame Oil (5 oz) – $3.28
  • Hoisin Sauce (8 oz) – $2.97
  • Cornstarch (16 oz) – $1.34
  • Chicken Broth (32 oz) – $1.37
  • Pasta (1 lb) – $1.00

Snacks/Extras:

  • Peanut Butter (16 oz) – $2.34
  • Apple Slices (pre-sliced or 3 fresh apples) – $3.68

Total Estimated Cost: $75.90


$75 Weekly Menu Plan Week 3

Monday, January 13:

Breakfast: Greek yogurt parfait with apples and granola 🍏⛰️
Lunch: Chicken Caesar Salad Wraps with Romaine Lettuce 🥗
Dinner: Honey Sriracha Grilled Chicken with Roasted Veggies 🥘

Recipe:

  • 1.5 lbs boneless chicken breasts ($4.97)
  • 2 bell peppers ($2.00)
  • 1 zucchini ($0.88)
  • 2 tbsp honey ($0.41)
  • 2 tbsp sriracha sauce ($0.35)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce ($0.11)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil ($0.20)

Instructions: Marinate chicken in a mixture of honey, sriracha, soy sauce, garlic, and sesame oil. Grill until cooked through. Roast veggies with olive oil, salt, and pepper at 400°F for 20 minutes.

homemade chicken salad


Tuesday, January 14:

Breakfast: Scrambled eggs with green onions and toast 🍳✨
Lunch: Leftover Honey Sriracha Chicken Salad Wrap 🌮
Dinner: Creamy Bacon Mac & Cheese 🍝

Recipe:

  • 8 oz pasta ($0.50)
  • 6 oz bacon ($1.99)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream ($1.73)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese ($1.11)
  • 2 tbsp butter ($0.37)
  • Salt, pepper, garlic powder (pantry)

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creamy bacon macaroni and cheese weekly meal plan


Wednesday, January 15:

Breakfast: Greek yogurt with dried cranberries and a drizzle of honey 🥣
Lunch: Bacon Mac & Cheese leftovers with a side of romaine salad 🥬
Dinner: General Tso’s Chicken Stir-Fry 🍲

Recipe:

  • 1.5 lbs chicken thighs ($4.87)
  • 2 bell peppers ($1.00)
  • 2 cups broccoli florets ($1.09)
  • 2 tbsp hoisin sauce ($0.75)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce ($0.22)
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch ($0.05)
  • 1 tbsp honey ($0.41)
  • 1/2 tsp ginger (grated, $0.20)

See full Recipe

general tso chicken on serving plate


Thursday, January 16:

Breakfast: Oatmeal with sliced apples and cinnamon 🍏⛷️
Lunch: Leftover General Tso’s Chicken with Rice 🍚
Dinner: Fall Harvest Casserole with Sweet Potatoes 🍠✨

Recipe:

  • 2 sweet potatoes ($2.00)
  • 1 apple (from 3-lb bag)
  • 1/2 lb ground sausage ($1.49)
  • Olive oil, salt, pepper (pantry)

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oatmeal with apples and cinnamon weekly meal plan


Friday, January 17:

Breakfast: Peanut Butter Toast with Banana Slices 🍌⛷️
Lunch: Leftover Fall Harvest Casserole 🥗
Dinner: Chicken Vegetable Soup 🍵

Recipe:

  • 1 lb chicken thighs ($1.84)
  • 2 carrots ($0.50)
  • 2 celery stalks ($0.30)
  • 4 cups chicken broth ($0.61)

Instructions: Simmer chicken with carrots, celery, and broth until tender. Season with salt and Italian herbs.

chicken vegetable soup weekly meal plan


Saturday, January 18

Breakfast: Bagels with Cream Cheese 🥯
Lunch: Leftover Chicken Soup with crackers 🍲
Dinner: Spaghetti with Sausage and Roasted Zucchini 🍝

Recipe:

  • 1/2 lb sausage ($1.49)
  • 1 zucchini ($0.88)
  • 8 oz pasta ($0.50)

Instructions: Roast zucchini, cook sausage, and toss with cooked pasta and olive oil.

spaghetti with meat sauce 1


Sunday, January 19:

Breakfast: Cinnamon Oatmeal 🍎⛰️
Lunch: Leftover Spaghetti 🍝
Dinner: Baked Chicken and Veggies 🍗

Recipe:

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breasts ($4.97)
  • 1 lb green beans ($1.84)
  • Lemon wedges (optional)

Instructions: Season chicken and bake with green beans at 375°F for 25 minutes.

apples with peanut butter budget101 meal plan


Snack Ideas for Week 3:

  • Apple Slices with Peanut Butter – A protein-packed snack.
  • Roasted Zucchini Chips – Crunchy and delicious.
  • Greek Yogurt with Honey and Cinnamon – Sweet and satisfying.
  • Carrot Sticks with Cream Cheese Dip – A fun, nutritious option.

Tips for Week 3:

  • Marinate Ahead: Marinate chicken the night before to enhance flavor.
  • One-Pan Wonders: Dishes like Honey Sriracha Chicken simplify cleanup.
  • Repurpose Leftovers: Use leftover veggies for stir-fry or wraps.

Enjoy this Week 3 menu plan, packed with bold flavors and comforting favorites—all for just $75!

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12 thoughts on “2025 $75 Weekly Menu Plan Week 3 (Jan 13th-19th, 2025)”

  1. This plan worked so well for our picky eaters! I prepped the sausage-potato bake Sunday and stretched it for two lunches too. Love how the recipes use real, affordable ingredients.

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  2. I subbed the pepperoni sliders with ham and cheese because that’s what I had, and it still worked great. That lemon chicken over corn rice? Straight-up amazing. This plan saved me from impulse drive-thru.

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  3. Feeding two teenage boys on a budget ain’t easy, but this plan helped a lot. That meatloaf dish stretched for TWO nights. God bless y’all for these weekly menus

    -Grandpa Raising His Grandkids

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  4. This plan kept us fed and on budget. I meal-prepped Monday–Thursday in one afternoon and used the leftovers Friday. Zero complaints from my 14-year-old, which is a miracle.

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  5. This week’s plan is great—super easy to batch cook over the weekend. The sausage-potato bake is going in the regular rotation. I swapped canned green beans with fresh ones and it still worked perfectly.

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  6. Followed this plan and only went over budget by $2.13. Not bad! The pepperoni pizza sliders were a HUGE hit with my son. He called it ‘restaurant dinner night’ which I’m taking as a win

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  7. This plan made my Sunday so much easier. Prepped 3 dinners ahead and only had to grab 2 pantry items. My picky eater devoured the pepperoni sliders—miracles do exist!

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  8. I followed this week’s plan and spent $67.34 at Walmart—woo! Subbed green beans with frozen broccoli (BOGO this week). The lemon chicken over corn rice was the family favorite—might double it next time.

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  9. Loved the sausage potato bake from this week! Easy, filling, and the kids didn’t complain (which is rare). I’m swapping the rice side with roasted carrots next time for less starch.

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  10. These menu plans are seriously saving me right now. I’m feeding two hungry kids (and one picky eater 🙄) on a tight budget, and the variety helps keep dinners interesting. FYI: Aldi has canned beans on rollback—great time to stock up!

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  11. Loved this week’s lineup. I added canned corn to the taco skillet and used the leftover ham for omelets on Sunday. Not a scrap wasted and we stayed under budget. 🙌

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