10+ Easy Aldi Recipes (with Meal Prep Instructions)

Delicious and so easy! Leftovers are great too.

Yield: 1 batch makes 4 servings

Buy from Aldi:

• 1 (4 ounce) Boursin Cheese with Garlic & Fine Herbs (in cheese section)
• 1 pound ground pork sausage (turkey sausage works great too)
• 1 pound (16 ounce) box of fusilli or rigatoni pasta
• 1 jar marinara sauce

Kitchen Equipment Needed:

• 1 large pot (for cooking pasta)
• Wooden or large metal spoon
• 1 large skillet/pan (for making sauce and adding pasta)
• Flipper/turner spatula
• Glass measuring cup (to save pasta water before draining)
• Colander

To Prep Ahead: You can double the sauce when making a batch. Remove half the sauce, let it cool, and then freeze in a freezer bag or container for later. When ready to use, thaw in fridge and make fresh pasta to go with it. This remains good in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Easiest and most popular casserole on our site. I serve it over whole grain pasta with a side salad.

Yield: 1 batch makes 5 servings

Buy from Aldi: 

• 1 container of chopped rotisserie chicken (in deli section)
• 1 jar marinara sauce
• 1 ½ cups (about 8 ounce) bag shredded mozzarella
• ½ cup grated or shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs (you will season this with olive oil and pantry seasonings and/or minced fresh herbs)

Equipment Needed:

• 1 square baking dish OR 2 loaf pans
• Spoon
• Small bowl
• Measuring cups and spoons

To Prep Ahead: 

• Option 1: Could prep one batch and divide into two loaf pans (3 servings each), wrap in a few layers of foil, squeeze out air, and label. Thaw in fridge over night. Bake until bubbly and hot all the way through.
• Option 2: Bake and store in fridge to eat leftovers all week.

I always have these ingredients on hand for quick weeknight meals. Customize to your liking!

Yield: 1 batch makes 2 flatbreads or 4 servings

Buy from Aldi:

• Your favorite pizza veggies: red onion, bell peppers, mushrooms, spinach
• 1 package flatbreads (or 2 packages of naan bread)
• 1 package prosciutto, pepperoni, or ham
• 1 (6 ounce) ball/log of fresh mozzarella
• 1 container crumbled feta cheese
• 1 jar marinara

Kitchen Equipment Needed:

• Sheet pan
• Chef’s knife
• Cutting board
• Medium mixing bowl
• Spoon

To Prep Ahead: Prep both flatbread pizzas. Wrap one or both in a few layers of plastic wrap or foil, squeeze out extra air, label, and freeze. When ready to eat, thaw overnight in the fridge and bake according to directions.

Store these ingredients in your freezer and pantry to have these sandwiches ready to go anytime. Bonus points if you prep and freeze your own meatballs!

Yield: 1 batch makes 4 large subs

Buy from Aldi:

• 1 bag of fully cooked meatballs (or make your own Italian Baked Meatballs)
• 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce (1 jar is plenty)
• 4 sub rolls or hotdog buns
• 4+ slices Provolone cheese (sub: mozzarella cheese)

Equipment Needed:

• Medium pot with lid
• Spoon
• Sheet pan
• ¼ cup measuring cup

To Prep Ahead: Make a freezer meal kit containing: 1 bag frozen cooked meatballs, 1 package Provolone cheese, and 1 package of rolls. Keep a jar of marinara sauce in the pantry. Make a sandwich anytime you’re ready by pulling out enough ingredients for one sandwich or more. The microwave is helpful for defrosting the rolls and then warming up the meatballs in sauce (be sure to cover the bowl). Follow recipe to finish cooking the sandwich.

Super tasty and nutritious. If you use pre-cooked rice, this is a one-pan meal. Add chicken or shrimp for extra protein.

Yield: 1 batch makes 6 servings

Buy from Aldi: 

For Sweet Soy Sauce:

• Soy sauce
• Brown sugar
• Unsalted butter
• Dried minced onion
• Optional: Toasted sesame oil

For Fried Rice:

• 1 head of broccoli
• 2 large carrots
• 2 cloves garlic (or jarred minced garlic)
• 6 large eggs
• 1 small bag of frozen peas
• Brown rice (or at least 4 cups cooked rice)
• Tip: Add cooked chicken or shrimp for more protein!

Equipment Needed:

• Chef’s knife
• Cutting board
• Small mixing bowl or liquid measuring cup
• Fork or whisk
• 1 large skillet/pan
• Flipper/turner spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons
• 1 medium-size pot (for cooking rice, if needed)

To Prep Ahead: Cook fully and cool fully. Freeze/store leftovers in 2-cup glass containers with lids to make it easy to microwave.

A delicious and nutritious one dish meal.

Yield: 1 batch makes 6 servings

Buy from Aldi:

• 1 head broccoli
• 1 container of chopped rotisserie chicken (in deli section)
• 1 box penne pasta (you’ll only use 6 ounces…not even half!!)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 (15 ounce) jar plain Alfredo sauce + ⅓ cup milk (or the recipe tells you how to make your own from scratch)

Equipment Needed:

• Paring or Chef’s Knife
• Cutting board
• 1 square baking dish OR 2 loaf pans
• 1 large pot
• Wooden spoon
• Colander
• Measuring cups and spoons

To Prep Ahead: 

• Option 1: Could prep one batch and divide into two loaf pans (3 servings each), wrap in a few layers of foil, squeeze out air, and label. Thaw in fridge over night. Bake until bubbly and hot all the way through.
• Option 2: Bake and store in fridge to eat leftovers for up to 5 days.

I often serve this for dinner. Leftovers are great! Top with hot sauce, ketchup, or even diced tomatoes and avocados.

Yield: 1 batch makes 6 servings

Buy from Aldi: 

• 1 pound ground breakfast or mild sausage (sub: bacon)
• 3 cups frozen shredded hash browns
• 1 ½ – 2 cups (8 ounce package) shredded cheddar cheese
• 6 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk

Equipment Needed:

• 1 square baking dish OR 2 loaf pans
• 1 large skillet
• Flipper/turner spatula or wooden spoon
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Mixing bowl
• Whisk

To Prep Ahead: 

• Option 1: Could prep one batch and divide into two loaf pans (3 servings each), wrap in a few layers of foil, squeeze out air, and label. Thaw in fridge over night. Bake until bubbly and hot all the way through.
• Option 2: Bake and store in fridge to eat leftovers all week.

Less than 30 minutes. Serve over rice for a complete meal.

Yield: 1 batch makes 4 servings

Buy from Aldi:

• 1 bag coleslaw mix
• 1 bunch of green onions
• 1 pound ground pork, chicken, or turkey (look for what’s on sale)
• Jar of minced garlic (or buy fresh garlic to mince)
• Ginger paste (or buy fresh ginger to mince) 
• Low sodium soy sauce
• Sriracha sauce
• Brown sugar
• Rice (I like basmati or brown rice; you can also buy pre-cooked rice)
• Optional toppings: 1 lime, fresh cilantro, salted peanuts

Kitchen Equipment Needed:

• Chef’s knife (for slicing green onions)
• Small cutting board
• 1 large skillet/pan
• Flipper/turner spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons
• 1 medium-size pot (for cooking rice)

To Prep Ahead: Cook fully and cool fully. Freeze/store leftovers in 2-cup glass containers with lids to make it easy to microwave. To each individual serving, add about ½ cup cooked rice and top with the egg roll mixture before sealing the lid. 

Restaurant-quality meal at home. Only 4 main ingredients. Serve over mashed potatoes with steamed veggies.

Yield: 1 batch makes 4 servings

Buy from Aldi: 

• 4 thin-cut boneless pork chops (or 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts for Boursin Chicken instead)
• 3/4 cup chicken broth, plus more as needed
• 1 package Boursin Fine Herbs & Garlic cheese
• 1 bunch fresh parsley (or sub dried parsley)

Equipment Needed:

• Chef’s knife
• Cutting board 
• 1 large skillet
• Tongs or flipper/turner
• Whisk
• Plate

To Prep Ahead: This recipe doesn’t freeze well, but leftovers are good for the next few days. To reheat, cut up the pork (or chicken), smother in the sauce and warm in the microwave in 20 second increments (make sure to cover with a paper towel).

Just follow package directions on taco packet to make this one easy! Great for a group or meal prep.

Yield: 1 batch makes 5 servings

Buy from Aldi: 

• Favorite veggie toppings: Lettuce, tomatoes, onion, avocado, cilantro, lime wedges
• Corn or flour tortillas (or hard shell tacos)
• Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 taco seasoning packet
• 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
• Any other favorite taco toppings:
  • Guacamole
  • Salsa
  • Refried beans or black beans
  • Sour cream

Equipment Needed:

• Cutting board
• Chef’s knife
• Large skillet
• Flipper spatula or wooden spoon
• Liquid measuring cup

To Prep Ahead: Double the taco meat and/or freeze any cooled, leftover meat in a freezer bag. If you want to make this a freezer meal kit, freeze the taco meat alongside a bag of shredded cheese and flour tortillas. When ready to eat: thaw, warm in microwave, and top with favorite taco toppings.

Good one to prep and freeze for grab-and-go breakfast or lunch.

Yield: 1 batch makes 8-9 sandwiches

Buy from Aldi:

• 8-9 English muffins, ciabatta rolls, or mini croissants
• ½ stick butter
• 8 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk (your choice)
• 8-9 slices Cheddar cheese
• 1 pound bacon or Canadian bacon (how to bake bacon)

Kitchen Equipment Needed:

• 9×13 inch baking dish (to bake eggs)
• Rimmed sheet pan (to toast bread and bake the bacon)
• Flatware knife
• Flipper/turner spatula

To Prep Ahead: Prep a batch, wrap individually in foil, toss in freezer bag, and freeze. Remove foil and microwave in moist paper towel to warm up.