ALDI Low-Carb Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Chicken Tenderloins with Sauteed Mushrooms and Avocado
Description: Tender chicken tenderloins are seared golden in a hot skillet and served alongside buttery sauteed mushrooms for a satisfying, protein-rich dinner for two. Sliced fresh avocado adds creamy healthy fat and keeps the plate fully low-carb.
Sale items used: Fresh Family Pack Chicken Tenderloins, Sliced White Mushrooms 8 oz pkg, Avocados
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 1 lb of chicken tenderloins total (about 0.5 lb per person); use the full 8 oz mushroom package split between two plates; slice 1 avocado and divide evenly between two servings.
Recipes:
- Easy Keto Portobello Mushroom Cream Cheese Chicken Recipe
- Keto Chicken Mushroom Casserole (One Pan)

Tuesday
Meal: Broiled Lamb Shoulder Chops with Cucumber and Cheddar Salad
Description: Two generously sized lamb shoulder chops are broiled to a juicy medium and seasoned simply with garlic, salt, and pepper for a rich, satisfying main. A crisp side salad of sliced mini cucumbers and shaved cheddar dressed with olive oil and lemon keeps things fresh and low-carb.
Sale items used: Fresh Lamb Shoulder Chops, Mini Cucumbers 16 oz pkg, Happy Farms Deli-Sliced Medium or Mild Cheddar 8 oz
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of lamb shoulder chops (one chop per person at roughly 0.5 lb each); use half the cucumber package (about 8 oz) for the salad; use about 2 oz of cheddar slices divided between the two salads.

Wednesday
Meal: Skillet-Cooked Seasoned Chicken with Avocado and Mushroom Saute
Description: Pre-seasoned chicken is cooked in a hot skillet until caramelized and juicy, then plated over a quick saute of sliced mushrooms cooked in butter and garlic. Creamy avocado slices finish the plate and add satisfying fat to round out this easy low-carb dinner for two.
Sale items used: Fresh Seasoned Chicken, Sliced White Mushrooms 8 oz pkg, Avocados
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of fresh seasoned chicken total (about 0.5 lb per person); use the full 8 oz mushroom package for the saute; slice 1 avocado and divide evenly between two plates.
Recipes:
- Creamy Chicken with Spinach and Mushrooms • Low Carb with Jennifer
- Keto Creamy Mushroom Chicken Skillet

Thursday
Meal: Cedar Plank Salmon Fillets with Cucumber Ribbon Salad
Description: Two salmon fillets are grilled on a cedar plank, absorbing a subtle smoky wood flavor while staying moist and flaky inside. A light cucumber ribbon salad dressed with olive oil, dill, and a splash of vinegar serves as a refreshing low-carb accompaniment.
Sale items used: Fresh Asian Cedar Plank Salmon, Mini Cucumbers 16 oz pkg
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of cedar plank salmon total (one fillet per person at about 0.5 lb each); use the remaining half of the cucumber package (about 8 oz) from Tuesday for the ribbon salad - if a second package is needed, purchase one more; total grill time is roughly 20-25 minutes so prep the cucumber salad in advance while the grill heats.
Recipes:
- Cedar Planked Salmon - Carlsbad Cravings
- Planked Salmon with Tomato Cucumber Salad – Fire & Flavor

Friday
Meal: Chicken Tenderloin Lettuce Wraps with Cheddar and Avocado
Description: Cooked chicken tenderloins are nestled into crisp romaine or butter lettuce leaves and topped with shredded cheddar and sliced avocado for a fun, handheld low-carb dinner. A drizzle of hot sauce or a squeeze of lime ties everything together for a bright, satisfying finish.
Sale items used: Fresh Family Pack Chicken Tenderloins, Happy Farms Deli-Sliced Medium or Mild Cheddar 8 oz, Avocados
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 0.75 lb of chicken tenderloins total for two people (about 3-4 tenders each); use the remaining cheddar from the 8 oz package purchased Tuesday (about 6 oz remaining); slice 1 avocado and divide between the two wrap servings; lettuce leaves are a pantry/produce staple pickup not on the sale list.
Recipes:
- Keto Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wrap
- Easy Keto Cilantro Avocado Chicken Wraps Low Carb Recipe

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh Family Pack Chicken Tenderloins (1.75 lbs total across Monday and Friday): $4.01
- Fresh Lamb Shoulder Chops (1 lb): $6.99
- Fresh Seasoned Chicken (1 lb): $4.99
- Fresh Asian Cedar Plank Salmon (1 lb): $10.99
- Sliced White Mushrooms 8 oz pkg (x2 packages for Monday and Wednesday): $2.58
- Mini Cucumbers 16 oz pkg (x2 packages for Tuesday and Thursday): $3.38
- Avocados (x3, one each for Monday, Wednesday, and Friday): $1.77
- Happy Farms Deli-Sliced Medium or Mild Cheddar 8 oz (x1 package used across Tuesday and Friday): $1.49

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Butter
- Garlic (fresh or minced)
- Salt and black pepper
- Lemon or lime
- Fresh or dried dill
- White wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- Hot sauce (optional for Friday wraps)
- Romaine or butter lettuce leaves (for Friday wraps - pick up fresh produce not on sale this week)
- Cedar plank (if not included with the salmon package, available in the grilling aisle)