7 Cheap and Easy Dinner Ideas for Every Night of the Week

These inexpensive recipes are rich in flavor.

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
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.

Monday: Sheet Pan Mediterranean Frittata

NicoleMcMom
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

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Tuesday: Tater Tot Casserole

<p>DotDash Meredith Food Studios</p>

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

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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

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Thursday: Veggie Lo Mein

<p>Pat Bernitt</p>

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

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Friday: Cheeseburger Wellington

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ALLRECIPES / ANA CADENA

"A budget-friendly version of Beef Wellington with a bacon cheeseburger twist that will impress your guests." —Chef John

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Saturday: Easy Sesame Chicken

CookingWithSheila
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

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Sunday: Best Tuna Noodle Casserole

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
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

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Ramona Cruz-Peters

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