Ai doesn’t have to replace you, it can be your assistant and do things to help while you be mom!
By Kat Crawford
Let’s be honest — planning meals every day can feel like another full-time job. Between picky eaters, budget constraints, and the “what’s for dinner?” question that never ends… it’s a lot.
But here’s the good news: AI can be your secret weapon — even as a busy, faith-filled mum (yep, I’m British so I write it with a U, except in titles of my posts… there is a reason for that too haha)
You don’t need to be techy or complicated. You just need a few smart prompts and 10 minutes.
✅ Here’s How to Use AI to Plan Your Family’s Meals:
1. Use ChatGPT (or similar) to:
- Ask for meal ideas based on what’s in your fridge
- Create a weekly meal plan with your kids in mind
- Generate a shopping list from your plan
2. Give it prompts like:
“Create 5 days of kid-friendly dinners under $10/day.”
“Make a week of meals with no dairy, picky eaters approved.”
“Give me lunchbox ideas for a 6-year-old that are healthy + easy.”
3. Save the response.
Use Canva or Google Docs to copy/paste your meal plan. Stick it on your fridge or in your planner.
4. BONUS: Use it for snack ideas, birthday party menus, or freezer prep!
I use Chat GPT for weekly meal plans because I run out of ideas… I’ve done one week for you below! If you want it to print and stick on your fridge, click here!
🍽️ Sample 7-Day Meal Plan
Here’s an easy, affordable, kid-friendly weekly meal plan — created with help from AI!
Day 1
Breakfast: Scrambled eggs with toast + apple slices
Lunch: Turkey & cheese roll-ups, carrots, and hummus
Dinner: Baked chicken tenders, sweet potato fries, green beans
Day 2
Breakfast: Greek yogurt with granola and berries
Lunch: PB&J sandwich, cucumber slices, string cheese
Dinner: One-pot spaghetti with hidden veggie sauce, garlic bread
Day 3
Breakfast: Oatmeal with banana and cinnamon
Lunch: Mini quesadillas, corn, grapes
Dinner: BBQ chicken sliders, coleslaw, baked beans
Day 4
Breakfast: Pancakes with peanut butter and banana
Lunch: Leftover spaghetti in a thermos, apple chips
Dinner: Taco bowls (rice, black beans, ground beef, cheese, salsa)
Day 5
Breakfast: Smoothie (spinach, banana, yogurt, frozen berries)
Lunch: Ham & cheese pinwheels, cherry tomatoes, pretzels
Dinner: Homemade pizza night (let kids choose toppings)
Day 6
Breakfast: Toast with avocado and egg
Lunch: Chicken salad wraps, baby carrots
Dinner: Baked salmon (or fish sticks), mashed potatoes, peas
Day 7
Breakfast: Cereal + fruit + boiled egg
Lunch: Grilled cheese sandwich, tomato soup
Dinner: Breakfast for dinner — eggs, waffles, turkey sausage
🛒 Full Shopping List
Produce
- Apples, bananas, berries, grapes, cucumbers, carrots, cherry tomatoes
- Spinach, green beans, sweet potatoes, corn, lettuce, coleslaw mix
- Avocados, potatoes, onion, garlic
Proteins
- Eggs, turkey slices, ham slices, ground beef
- Chicken breast/tenders, salmon or fish sticks, turkey sausage
Dairy/Fridge
- Cheese slices, shredded cheese, Greek yogurt, milk, butter
- Hummus, string cheese
Pantry
- Oatmeal, granola, cereal, pasta, spaghetti sauce
- Bread, tortillas, rice, peanut butter, jelly
- Pretzels, apple chips, crackers
Frozen
- Waffles, frozen berries, pizza dough (or pre-made crust)
Extras
- Salsa, mayo, mustard, seasoning, olive oil, pancake mix
- Garlic bread, tomato soup
💡 Final Tip
AI isn’t here to replace you, mama — it’s here to relieve you. It’s like having a kind assistant who never gets tired and always has ideas. You can use it to get back your time, your peace, and your presence — one meal at a time.
Want a printable version for your fridge this week? Click here!
With grace & coffee, ☕✨
Kat – The Prosperous Patriot
Faith, Family & Finances. 
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