UPDATED FOR JULY 2022
Meal planning is one of those things that I’ve never been 100% successful at. I always start with the best intentions and somehow after a short while I fall back into old habits.
It’s always the same story:
We get all excited, plan out a week of meals and buy all the ingredients. For a whole week, we eat delicious pre-planned meals and there’s no eating out. (That means $$ saved!!) Then comes week two and then life happens and we forget to plan the meals for the week and then it’s over.
Who wants Chick Fil A?
I Finally Have a Plan
So this year, I’m making it a goal to meal plan. Once I make it a goal, it’s ON!! I’m going to try to be as intentional as possible to stick to a meal plan every month.
By putting these meal plans together every month, it will make it easier to know exactly what to cook each day and what ingredients to have on hand. I also really feel like the Instant Pot can help me keep up with a monthly meal plan.
Time to Conquer This Meal Planning Thing
Ok, so with 5 children and life, in general, I have to be realistic. Maybe I won’t be able to follow the plan perfectly. Maybe you won’t either. The beauty of it is, you can tweak it when you need to and you can move things around to suit your needs. The key is to try to be as consistent as possible and when you go off track, just try to get back on it as soon as possible. Let’s be as intentional as possible and we can conquer this meal planning thing together!!
July 2022 Instant Pot Meal Plan
You can still get the June Meal Plan if you need it.
Main Dishes
- July 1
Red Beans and Rice
from One Happy HousewifeA perfect dump and start dish to make in your pressure cooker on those busy weeknights when you need something fast and delicious.
- July 2
Hawaiian Sloppy Joes
from One Happy HousewifePineapple, red and yellow peppers, and sweet onion give the traditional Sloppy Joe a Hawaiian twist.
- July 3
Cajun Shrimp Alfredo
from One Happy HousewifeYes – you can enjoy Cajun Shrimp Alfredo at home! This creamy, rich pasta is loaded with andouille sausage, plump tender shrimp, and Cajun flavor. This popular recipe is easy to make and a must-try!
- July 4
Dr. Pepper Pulled Pork
from One Happy HousewifeMade with only 4 ingredients, this fall apart delicious pulled pork is so tasty and versatile.
- July 5
Chicken and Dumplings
from One Happy HousewifeTender, tasty chicken, sweet veggies, and dumplings. This is the epitome of comfort food.
- July 6
Chicken Thighs with Potatoes
from Simply Happy FoodieCook two foods at once with this simple and delicious Instant Pot recipe.
- July 7
Taco Pasta
from One Happy HousewifeLove Mexican food but tired of the same ‘ole, same ‘ole? Then try this easy and delicious pasta dish. It’s kid-approved and will be ready in no time. It’s the perfect hearty meal for a busy weeknight.
- July 8
Potato & Peas Curry (Aloo Matar)
from Piping Pot CurryThis quick and easy Instant Pot recipe delivers a warm bowl of potatoes and peas in a delicious curry.
- July 9
Spaghetti and Meat Sauce
from One Happy HousewifeYou’ve got a hungry family and not much time? This Instant Pot version of a traditional Italian dish is perfect for those busy nights when you need to get a tasty dinner on the table fast. This spaghetti and meat sauce is an easy one-pot meal that can be made in less than 15 minutes. Your family will love this one!
- July 10
Honey Garlic Pork Tenderloin
from Simply Happy FoodieThis pork tenderloin is so tender and the honey garlic sauce is absolutely delicious.
- July 11
Fish Biryani
from Ministry of CurryThis one pot meal is made with aromatic long-grain basmati rice that’s cooked over perfectly spiced fish and topped with caramelized onions and cilantro.
- July 12
Cajun Chicken Salad
from Spice CravingsSpice things up with this cajun style chicken salad that’s so fresh and tasty.
- July 13
Egg Roll in a Bowl
from The Halfway HomesteadersThis deconstructed egg roll is seriously flavorful, easy to make and absolutely delicious.
- July 14
Salsa Chicken
from One Happy HousewifeA very popular recipe that’s fast, easy, and so versatile. The perfect busy weeknight meal!
- July 15
Couscous with Ground Beef
from One Happy HousewifeMade with Israeli couscous, seasoned ground sirloin, and sweet peppers, this quick and easy pasta dish is full of flavor and certain to become a family favorite. Perfect for busy weeknights!
- July 16
Coconut Shrimp Curry
from Piping Pot CurryThis easy shrimp curry is made in a coconut milk base and seasoned with ginger, garlic, onions, tomatoes, and flavorful Indian spices.
- July 17
Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice
from One Happy HousewifeAn incredibly easy and hearty family-friendly meal that’s oh so cheesy and delicious.
- July 18
Moroccan Chickpea Soup
from Spice CravingsThis dump-and-start recipe makes a wonderfully hearty soup that is so rich and flavorful.
- July 19
Tuna Casserole
from One Happy HousewifeThis classic comfort dish is made fast – from scratch. Egg noodles, tuna, and peas covered in a deliciously creamy homemade sauce with just the right seasonings will make this recipe an instant family favorite.
- July 20
Chili with Beans
from One Happy HousewifeA hearty, comforting bowl of homemade chili packed full of amazing flavor.
- July 21
Carne Asada Tacos
from Paint the Kitchen RedA wonderfully flavorful tender beef that’s quick and easy to make at home. Perfect for tacos!
- July 22
Fish Curry
from Paint the Kitchen RedThis popular Indian coconut milk-based curry is quick and easy to make.
- July 23
Ragda Patties
from Ministry of CurryEnjoy this popular Indian street food in your own home. Spicy, sweet, and tangy, each bite is an explosion of flavors.
- July 24
Chicken Broccoli Alfredo
from One Happy HousewifeA incredibly delicious pasta dish that features a homemade Alfredo sauce that’s unforgettably rich, creamy, and flavorful.
- July 25
Gumbo
from Paint the Kitchen RedChicken, sausage, and shrimp make for a hearty bowl of Cajun comfort food.
- July 26
Stuffed Peppers
from Recipes from a PantryThese stuffed peppers are so filling and easy to make in the electric pressure cooker.
- July 27
Lobster Tails
from One Happy HousewifePerfectly cooked and tender lobster tails made fast in the Instant Pot.
- July 28
Carnitas
from One Happy HousewifeAuthentic flavor, incredibly juicy pork, and crispy edges. Traditional pork carnitas made in a fraction of the time.
- July 29
Meaty Lasagna
from One Happy HousewifeLooking for a hearty dish that can feed an entire family? Try this rich, creamy, and flavorful lasagna. It’s easy to prep and you’ll have it on the table in no time. Everyone will be asking for seconds.
- July 30
Chicken Tortilla Soup
from Two SleeversThis authentic Mexican chicken tortilla soup packs a robust and spicy kick.
- July 31
Beef & Bowtie Pasta
from One Happy HousewifeA fast and simple pasta dinner that even the most picky of eaters will devour. This one is sure to become one of your go-to recipes for those hectic weeknights.
Side Dishes
Potato Salad
from One Happy HousewifeThis creamy and delicious potato salad makes a perfect side dish for either a special occasion or an ordinary family dinner.
Corn on the Cob
from One Happy HousewifeSweet ears of corn make an easy vegetable side dish.
Macaroni and Cheese
from One Happy HousewifeThe absolute BEST Instant Pot Mac and Cheese! A blend of four cheeses make it the creamiest and cheesiest. There is nothing more comforting than a warm bowl of this favorite pasta dish.
Macaroni Salad
from One Happy HousewifeMade with pasta, bread and butter pickles, green olives, peas, and Spam, this macaroni salad has a delicious surprise in every bite!
White Cheddar Mac
from One Happy HousewifeThe perfect combination of flavorful cheeses and a hint of garlic makes this super creamy mac and cheese absolutely incredible.
Desserts
Flan
from One Happy HousewifeOne of my favorite desserts growing up! A heavenly dark caramel blankets this rich, creamy, and silky smooth flan. You’ll want to make this one all the time!
Strawberries & Cream Cake
from One Happy HousewifeThis strawberries and cream Instant Pot cake is topped with a creamy glaze and is so moist and delicious.
Peach Cobbler
from The Halfway HomesteadersThere’s nothing better than warm peach cobbler and now you can make it in your Instant Pot with this wonderful recipe.
Turtle Lava Cakes
from One Happy HousewifeThese deliciously decadent mini cakes are overflowing with a molten chocolate center, caramel and pecans. They are an indulgence like no other!
Lemon Bundt Cake
from One Happy HousewifeDrizzled with a sweet lemony glaze, this wonderful lemon cake is the perfect refreshing dessert.
Get the Printable Instant Pot Meal Plan
I’ve put together a handy printable calendar so you can get a full monthly view of the plan. The PDF has clickable links as well so you can download it and keep it on your computer to visit all the recipes. The printable/PDF is available to my subscribers. If you’re not a subscriber yet, sign up below so you can have access to my entire collection of printables.

Instant Pot Accessories!
There are so many accessories available for the Instant Pot. So many, that it is hard to know what to get and what is unnecessary. To make things easier for you, I have put together a list of my most recommended accessories. I also explain how to best use each accessory and where to purchase them, click here to check it out.
More Instant Pot Meal Plans
I’ve been creating my Instant Pot Meal Plans for quite some time and have accumulated over a year’s worth of meal plans. I’m making all of my previously published meal plans available to you via the list of links below. You can access each month of the year by simply clicking on the one you want to look at, the link will then take you to the recipes for that particular month.
Since I carefully select each recipe for each month, every month has a unique list of recipes. Browse through each month to see all the different recipes and get ideas for creating your very own meal plans. Feel free to peruse each of the months!
2022 Meal Plans
- July 2022 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- June 2022 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- May 2022 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- April 2022 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- March 2022 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- February 2022 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- January 2022 Instant Pot Meal Plan
2021 Meal Plans
- December 2021 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- November 2021 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- October 2021 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- September 2021 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- August 2021 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- July 2021 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- June 2021 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- May 2021 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- April 2021 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- March 2021 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- February 2021 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- January 2021 Instant Pot Meal Plan
2020 Meal Plans
- December 2020 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- November 2020 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- October 2020 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- September 2020 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- August 2020 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- July 2020 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- June 2020 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- May 2020 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- April 2020 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- March 2020 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- February 2020 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- January 2020 Instant Pot Meal Plan
2019 Meal Plans
- December 2019 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- November 2019 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- October 2019 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- September 2019 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- August 2019 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- July 2019 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- June 2019 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- May 2019 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- April 2019 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- March 2019 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- February 2019 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- January 2019 Instant Pot Meal Plan
2018 Meal Plans
- December 2018 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- November 2018 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- October 2018 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- September 2018 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- August 2018 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- July 2018 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- June 2018 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- May 2018 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- April 2018 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- March 2018 Instant Pot Meal Plan
- February 2018 Instant Pot Meal Plan
Don’t forget to check back at the end of each month for the updated Meal Plan!

This looks great!
Thank you! Enjoy!