ALDI Kid-Friendly Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Oven-Baked Chicken Wings with Watermelon Wedges
Description: Crispy oven-baked chicken wings seasoned with simple salt, pepper, and garlic powder make a fun and familiar dinner kids will love. Fresh watermelon wedges on the side keep things cool, sweet, and refreshing.
Sale items used: Farmer Focus Fresh Antibiotic Free Family Pack Whole Chicken Wings, Whole Seedless Watermelon
Prep time: 55 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 2 lbs of chicken wings for 2 people (roughly 8-10 wing pieces). Cut watermelon into 2-3 wedges per person from the whole watermelon; store the rest covered in the fridge for snacks and sides throughout the week. Wings bake at 400F for about 40-45 minutes, so preheat the oven while you prep.

Tuesday
Meal: Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet over Rice
Description: Seasoned ground turkey and diced zucchini cook together in one skillet for a simple, hearty meal that kids enjoy over fluffy white rice. The mild flavors and soft textures make it easy for younger eaters to dig right in.
Sale items used: Kirkwood Fresh 85/15 Ground Turkey 48 oz, Zucchini
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 12 oz (about 3/4 lb) of ground turkey from the 48 oz package for 2 people; freeze the remainder in portions for future meals. Purchase about 0.5 lb of zucchini (roughly 1 small zucchini). Serve over 1 cup dry white rice cooked per package directions.

Wednesday
Meal: Smithfield Marinated Pork Strips and Zucchini Rice Bowl
Description: The pre-marinated pork strips cook up quickly in a skillet and pair perfectly with sliced zucchini and steamed rice for a simple, satisfying bowl. Kids enjoy the mild savory flavor of the pork, and the rice bowl format makes it easy and fun to eat.
Sale items used: Smithfield Fresh Marinated Pork Strips 16 oz, Zucchini
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use the full 16 oz package of pork strips split between 2 people (about 8 oz each). Purchase about 0.5 lb of zucchini (roughly 1 small zucchini) - you can buy 1 lb total on Monday and split it between Tuesday and Wednesday. Serve over 1 cup dry white rice cooked per package directions.

Thursday
Meal: Pan-Seared Atlantic Salmon Portions with Grape Tomatoes and English Muffins
Description: Lightly seasoned salmon portions pan-sear in just a few minutes for a mild, flaky fish dinner that even picky kids tend to enjoy. Halved grape tomatoes and toasted English muffins round out the plate for a simple and balanced meal.
Sale items used: Fresh Atlantic Salmon Portion, Cherub Grape Tomatoes 10 oz pkg, L'oven Fresh Plain English Muffins 12 oz
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of salmon (two 0.5 lb portions) for 2 people at $8.99/lb. Use half the 10 oz grape tomato package (about 5 oz); store the rest for snacking. Toast 1 English muffin per person from the 12-count package; store remaining muffins for breakfasts.

Friday
Meal: Ground Beef Burgers on Brioche Buns with Green Grapes
Description: Juicy homemade ground beef burgers cooked on the stovetop or grill and served on soft brioche buns are a classic kid-approved Friday night dinner. A side of sweet green grapes keeps things fresh and adds a fun finger-food element kids love.
Sale items used: Fresh 93/7 Ground Beef Burgers, Specially Selected Brioche Burger Buns 10.58 oz, California Green Grapes
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of ground beef (makes two generous 0.5 lb patties) for 2 people. Buy 1 pack of brioche buns and use 2 buns; store remaining buns for the weekend. Purchase approximately 0.5 lb of green grapes as a side.

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Farmer Focus Fresh Antibiotic Free Whole Chicken Wings (2 lbs): $4.58
- Whole Seedless Watermelon (x1): $4.49
- Kirkwood Fresh 85/15 Ground Turkey 48 oz (x1): $7.99
- Zucchini (1 lb total, split across Tuesday and Wednesday): $1.19
- Smithfield Fresh Marinated Pork Strips 16 oz (x1): $4.99
- Fresh Atlantic Salmon Portion (1 lb): $8.99
- Cherub Grape Tomatoes 10 oz pkg (x1): $1.99
- L'oven Fresh Plain English Muffins 12 oz (x1): $1.59
- Fresh 93/7 Ground Beef Burgers (1 lb): $6.49
- Specially Selected Brioche Burger Buns 10.58 oz (x1): $3.99
- California Green Grapes (0.5 lb): $0.65

Pantry staples needed:
- White rice (about 2 cups dry, used Tuesday and Wednesday)
- Olive oil or cooking oil (for skillet and searing)
- Salt and black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Butter (for toasting English muffins)
- Burger toppings such as ketchup, cheese slices, and lettuce (kid favorites)