Recipes Everyday Cooking Budget Cooking Recipes 7 Cheap and Easy Dinner Ideas for Every Night of the Week These inexpensive recipes are rich in flavor. By Corey Williams Corey Williams Corey Williams is a food writer for MyRecipes and Allrecipes. She has a decade of journalism experience. Allrecipes' editorial guidelines Published on September 3, 2024 Close Photo: Dotdash Meredith Food Studios You don't have to sacrifice quality or flavor to stay within a budget. Need proof? Look no further than this collection of crowd-pleasing and budget-friendly dinner ideas for every night of the week, from cheap casseroles to inexpensive pastas. 01 of 08 Monday: Sheet Pan Mediterranean Frittata NicoleMcMom "This veggie-forward sheet pan frittata has tons of Mediterranean flavor, thanks to garlicky chicken sausage, briny feta, and fresh dill. It's a cheap and easy meal that's fit for company whether served as a weeknight dinner or weekend breakfast." —Nicole McLaughlin View Recipe 02 of 08 Tuesday: Tater Tot Casserole DotDash Meredith Food Studios "This Tater Tot casserole is a quick and easy dinner that everyone will love. Just four basic ingredients come together for this comforting dish." —barryzimm View Recipe 03 of 08 Wednesday: Easy Baked Chicken Drumsticks "These easy baked chicken drumsticks are crispy on the outside, and moist on the inside—a flavorful, cheap meal to make any time!" —Le12ahw View Recipe 04 of 08 Thursday: Veggie Lo Mein Pat Bernitt "This veggie lo mein is a budget-friendly combination of pasta, healthy veggies, and a slightly spicy-sweet sauce for a satisfying quick-and-easy meal. I used whole grain spaghetti instead of lo mein noodles since they are easier to find in my area." —Pat Bernitt View Recipe 05 of 08 Friday: Cheeseburger Wellington ALLRECIPES / ANA CADENA "A budget-friendly version of Beef Wellington with a bacon cheeseburger twist that will impress your guests." —Chef John View Recipe 06 of 08 Saturday: Easy Sesame Chicken CookingWithSheila "This sweet and savory dish is simple to make and budget-friendly. Add broccoli and serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal." —CookingWithSheila View Recipe 07 of 08 Sunday: Best Tuna Noodle Casserole Dotdash Meredith Food Studios "This tuna noodle casserole is the best with a classic creamy taste from my childhood. The sauce is rich and creamy but not overwhelmingly heavy. The crunch from the topping and fresh bite from the parsley create the perfect balance. Let's not forget that this is a great budget-friendly meal to feed a crowd!" —Nicole McLaughlin View Recipe 08 of 08 More Inspiration Ramona Cruz-Peters 7 Easy 30-Minute Dinners for Every Night of the Week 7 Copycat Dinners for Every Night of the Week 7 Chicken Thigh Dinners for Every Night of the Week 7 Grandma-Approved Dinners for Every Night of the Week 7 Make-Ahead Dinners for Every Night of the Week Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit