ALDI Kid-Friendly Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Chicken and Cheddar Quesadillas with Apple Slices
Description: Crispy tortillas are filled with tender shredded chicken and melty white cheddar, then cut into easy wedges for small hands. Crisp apple slices on the side add a sweet, fresh crunch.
Sale items used: Fresh Family Pack Chicken Breasts, Emporium Selection Aged Reserved White Cheddar, New York Gala Apples
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use about 0.5 lb chicken breast (one medium breast, cooked and shredded), 3 oz shredded cheddar, and 2 large flour tortillas folded over, or 4 small tortillas. Slice 2 apples for the side. The chicken breast purchase is 1.25 lb in total, which covers Wednesday too.
Recipes:
- Apple Chicken Quesadillas
- Grilled Chicken Quesadillas With Apple And Cheddar
- Chicken Apple Quesadilla

Tuesday
Meal: Skillet Cheeseburgers with Oven Potato Wedges
Description: Two juicy quarter-pound burgers are pan-seared in a skillet and topped with melted cheddar on soft buns. Golden oven potato wedges seasoned with just salt and a little oil are perfect for dipping in ketchup.
Sale items used: Fresh Ground Beef Chub, Emporium Selection Aged Reserved White Cheddar
Prep time: 15 minutes (about 40 minutes total with oven time)
Serving note: Use 0.5 lb ground beef (shaped into 2 patties) from a 1 lb purchase, with the other 0.5 lb saved for Thursday's meatballs. Add 2 slices of cheddar (about 2 oz), 2 buns, and 2 medium potatoes cut into wedges. Start the potatoes first at 425F for 30 to 35 minutes while you shape and cook the burgers, which take about 8 minutes.
Recipes:
- Classic American Cheeseburgers with Potato Wedges Recipe
- Classic Cheese Burger with Potato Wedges
- Cheeseburger Potato Skillet

Wednesday
Meal: Parmesan Baked Chicken Tenders with Roasted Green Beans
Description: Chicken strips are coated in crunchy breadcrumbs and Parmesan, then baked until golden for a no-fry kid favorite. Lightly roasted green beans on the side add a simple, mild veggie.
Sale items used: Fresh Family Pack Chicken Breasts, Emporium Selection Parmesan Cheese Wedge, French Green Beans
Prep time: 20 minutes (about 35 minutes total with baking)
Serving note: Use about 0.6 lb chicken breast (the remainder of the 1.25 lb purchase) cut into strips, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan (about 1 oz), 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, and 1 egg for dipping. Roast about 12 oz of the 1 lb green beans with a little oil and salt on the same pan at 400F for 15 to 18 minutes. Save the leftover beans for a snack or side.
Recipes:
- Parmesan Chicken Tenders
- Sheet Pan Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Tenders with Veggies
- Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Tenders with Green Beans & Honey Mustard Dip

Thursday
Meal: Baked Beef Meatballs with Spaghetti and Marinara
Description: Soft, mild baked meatballs are made with a little Parmesan and served over twirly spaghetti with warm marinara. Baking them on a sheet pan keeps cleanup easy and lets kids help roll.
Sale items used: Fresh Ground Beef Chub, Emporium Selection Parmesan Cheese Wedge
Prep time: 20 minutes (about 40 minutes total with baking)
Serving note: Use the remaining 0.5 lb ground beef, mixed with 2 tablespoons Parmesan, 1/4 cup breadcrumbs, and 1 egg. Roll into about 10 small meatballs and bake at 400F for 15 to 18 minutes. Serve with 4 oz dry spaghetti (about 2 servings) and 1 cup marinara.
Recipes:
- Spaghetti and Baked Meatballs (Homemade Marinara)
- Spaghetti with Baked Meatballs Recipe
- Easy Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs Recipe

Friday
Meal: Salami, Cheese and Cracker Dinner Board
Description: A fun build-your-own board with mini salami rounds, cheddar cubes, and crunchy crackers makes an easy no-cook dinner. Apple slices and leftover green beans round out the plate.
Sale items used: Specially Selected Cocktail Salami Singles, Emporium Selection Aged Reserved White Cheddar, Specially Selected Scalloped Crackers, New York Gala Apples, Emporium Selection Parmesan Cheese Wedge
Prep time: 10 minutes
Serving note: Use the whole 3.5 oz salami pack, the remaining cheddar (about 5 oz, cubed or sliced), and about 20 crackers from the 6.5 oz box. Add 1 to 2 sliced apples and a few shavings of Parmesan for extra tasting. No cooking is needed.
Recipes:
- My Favorite Salami and Cheese Platter Recipe
- Easy Salami and Cheese Board with Wine Pairings
- The Cheese Board Lunch Box

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh Family Pack Chicken Breasts (1.25 lbs): $2.49
- Fresh Ground Beef Chub (1 lb): $2.99
- Emporium Selection Aged Reserved White Cheddar, 10 oz (x1): $2.69
- Emporium Selection Parmesan Cheese Wedge, 8 oz (x1): $3.99
- New York Gala Apples, 3-lb bag (x1): $1.99
- French Green Beans, 1-lb pkg (x1): $2.89
- Specially Selected Cocktail Salami Singles, 3.5 oz (x1): $2.99
- Specially Selected Scalloped Crackers, 6.5 oz (x1): $1.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Flour tortillas (2 large or 4 small)
- 2 hamburger buns
- 2 medium potatoes
- 4 oz spaghetti
- About 1 cup marinara sauce
- Breadcrumbs (about 3/4 cup)
- 2 eggs
- Olive oil or cooking oil
- Salt and pepper
- Ketchup