Weekly Meal Plan & Grocery List Prompt

Create a 7-day meal plan for [number] people following [dietary preference/restriction].
Preferences: [cuisine, quick meals, budget, etc.]
Include:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and one snack per day
- Simple recipes or links for each meal
- Estimated prep/cook time
- A consolidated grocery list grouped by category (produce, protein, pantry, dairy)
- One make-ahead tip to save time
Avoid repetitive meals; aim for variety and nutrition.

How to use this prompt

Add personal details and constraints. Treat AI suggestions as inspiration, especially for health, financial, or legal decisions.

1. Copy the full prompt above.
2. Replace the bracketed placeholders with your own details.
3. Paste it into chatgpt, claude, gemini (or your preferred AI tool).
4. Iterate on the output: add constraints, ask follow-ups, or combine multiple results.

Why this prompt works

It gives the AI a clear role, specific inputs, and an output format. That structure reduces vague responses and gives you a draft you can refine in minutes instead of hours.