ALDI Standard Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs with Sauteed Multicolored Peppers and Spinach
Description: Juicy boneless skinless chicken thighs are seared golden in a skillet, then served alongside vibrant sauteed multicolored peppers and wilted baby spinach for a colorful, protein-packed dinner for two. A splash of olive oil, garlic, and simple seasoning ties the whole dish together in under 30 minutes.
Sale items used: Fresh Antibiotic Free Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs, Multicolored Peppers (3-pack), Organic Baby Spinach (5-oz. pkg.)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of chicken thighs (about 3-4 thighs) at $2.49/lb, totaling roughly $2.49. Use the full 3-pack of peppers, slicing 2 peppers for this meal and saving 1 for later in the week. Use half the 5-oz. spinach bag, saving the rest for salads or sides.
Recipes:
- Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs with Sautéed Spinach and Onions

Tuesday
Meal: Grilled Simply Nature Bratwurst with Sweet Corn and Baked Beans
Description: Savory chicken or chicken cheddar bratwurst links are grilled until nicely charred, then served alongside sweet grilled corn on the cob and a warm scoop of ALDI summer baked beans for a classic backyard-style dinner. This easy weeknight meal comes together in about 25 minutes and delivers big flavor for very little money.
Sale items used: Simply Nature Organic Chicken or Chicken Cheddar Bratwurst (12 oz. pkg.), Sweet Corn (4-pack), ALDI Assorted Summer Baked Beans (15.5 oz. can)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: The 12-oz. bratwurst package contains approximately 4-5 links, giving each person 2 links. Use 2 ears of corn from the 4-pack and save the remaining 2 ears for another use. Serve half the can of baked beans per person, or warm the whole can and save leftovers.
Recipes:
- Grilled Brats with Peppers and Onions
- Barbecue Brats 'n' Beans

Wednesday
Meal: Oven-Baked Smithfield Pork Spareribs with Carrots and Avocado Slices
Description: A half-rack of Smithfield pork spareribs is slow-baked in the oven with a dry rub until fall-off-the-bone tender, then served with roasted baby carrots and cool, creamy avocado slices on the side. The low-and-slow method requires minimal hands-on effort and delivers deeply satisfying results for two.
Sale items used: Smithfield Fresh Pork Spareribs, Organic Baby Peeled Carrots (16-oz. bag), Avocados (x2)
Prep time: 20 minutes active, approximately 2.5 hours total (oven time included) - prep the dry rub and get the ribs in the oven early; the carrots roast during the last 30 minutes.
Serving note: Purchase approximately 2 lbs of spareribs at $1.99/lb, totaling roughly $3.98, which is a manageable half-rack portion for two people. Use the full bag of carrots as a side. Slice 1 avocado per person and serve fresh with a squeeze of lime.
Recipes:
- Baby Back Ribs In The Oven with Caramelized Carrots
- Oven-Baked Pork Ribs with Potatoes and Carrots

Thursday
Meal: Skillet-Cooked Turkey Burgers on Brioche Buns with Pepper Jack Cheese
Description: Seasoned frozen turkey burger patties are cooked in a hot skillet until golden and juicy, then topped with melty pepper jack cheese and served on toasted brioche buns for a satisfying burger night. Add any remaining multicolored pepper strips or fresh avocado slices from earlier in the week for extra flavor and color.
Sale items used: Kirkwood Seasoned Turkey Burgers (32 oz. frozen), Specially Selected Brioche Burger Buns (10.58 oz. pkg.), Happy Farms Deli-Sliced Pepper Jack Cheese (7.5 oz.)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: The 32-oz. package contains approximately 8 patties; cook 2 patties (1 per person) and freeze the rest for future meals, making this a very cost-efficient purchase. Use 2 brioche buns from the package. Layer 1-2 slices of pepper jack per burger; the remaining cheese keeps well in the fridge for snacking or future meals.
Recipes:
- Mexican Turkey Burgers
- Skillet Turkey Burgers

Friday
Meal: Broiled Fremont Fish Market Shrimp Skewers with Salsa and Tortilla Chips
Description: Ready-to-cook frozen shrimp skewers are broiled in the oven until pink and lightly caramelized, then served with a bold summer salsa and crunchy tortilla chips for a fun, festive end-of-week dinner. This nearly no-prep meal is on the table in under 20 minutes and feels like a treat without the restaurant price tag.
Sale items used: Fremont Fish Market Shrimp Skewers Assorted Varieties (8 oz. frozen), Specially Selected Summer Salsa (16 oz.), Clancy's Bite Size Round Tortilla Chips (13 oz.)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: The 8-oz. shrimp skewer package serves 2 people comfortably as a main dish. Serve each person a generous portion of salsa in a small bowl alongside a handful of tortilla chips; the remaining chips and salsa keep well for snacking throughout the week.
Recipes:
- Chile Ginger Shrimp Skewers
- Shrimp Skewers

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh Antibiotic Free Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (1 lb): $2.49
- Multicolored Peppers (1 x 3-pack): $2.29
- Organic Baby Spinach (1 x 5-oz. pkg.): $2.49
- Simply Nature Organic Chicken or Chicken Cheddar Bratwurst (1 x 12-oz. pkg.): $4.95
- Sweet Corn (1 x 4-pack): $2.39
- ALDI Assorted Summer Baked Beans (1 x 15.5-oz. can): $1.59
- Smithfield Fresh Pork Spareribs (2 lbs): $3.98
- Organic Baby Peeled Carrots (1 x 16-oz. bag): $1.49
- Avocados (x2): $1.38
- Kirkwood Seasoned Turkey Burgers (1 x 32-oz. pkg.): $6.99
- Specially Selected Brioche Burger Buns (1 x 10.58-oz. pkg.): $3.99
- Happy Farms Deli-Sliced Pepper Jack Cheese (1 x 7.5-oz. pkg.): $1.49
- Fremont Fish Market Shrimp Skewers (1 x 8-oz. pkg.): $6.99
- Specially Selected Summer Salsa (1 x 16-oz. jar): $3.79
- Clancy's Bite Size Round Tortilla Chips (1 x 13-oz. bag): $2.15

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Garlic (fresh or minced)
- Salt and black pepper
- Paprika or chili powder (for rib dry rub)
- Garlic powder and onion powder
- Brown sugar (optional, for rib rub)
- Lime (for avocado)
- Butter (for corn or buns)