ALDI Standard Meal Plan

BUDGET RATIONALE

Why these meals: The two chicken options anchor three of the five nights at a combined protein cost well under $25, making them the real workhorses of this week. The Fresh Seasoned Beef Skewers earn the one premium night at just $11.98 for two packs, which is actually the most restrained premium choice on this flyer since the salmon would run nearly $22 and the lamb would top $17 for a family of four. The Fresh Asian Cedar Plank Salmon and Fresh Lamb Shoulder Chops are both genuinely expensive this week even on sale, so skipping them keeps the total realistic. A few produce items like avocados at $0.59 each and mushrooms at $1.29 a pack add a lot of flavor for very little money, and the Berryhill Grape Jelly and Simply Nature Organic Creamy Peanut Butter pull double duty as both a pantry-style sauce base and a sandwich component, so neither purchase goes to waste.

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Fresh Seasoned Chicken with Sliced White Mushrooms and Avocado
Description: Seasoned chicken breasts or pieces are seared in a hot skillet until golden and cooked through, then topped with sauteed sliced white mushrooms for an earthy, savory finish. Sliced fresh avocado is fanned alongside each plate to add creaminess and richness without any extra cooking.
Sale items used: Fresh Seasoned Chicken, Sliced White Mushrooms 8 oz pkg, Avocados
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 lbs Fresh Seasoned Chicken for 4 people. Use 1 pkg Sliced White Mushrooms (8 oz). Use 2 Avocados, halved and sliced, half an avocado per person.
Recipes:
- Pan-Seared Chicken with Oyster Mushrooms

Tuesday
Meal: Peanut Butter and Grape Jelly Chicken Tenderloin Lettuce Wraps with Mini Cucumbers
Description: Chicken tenderloins are cooked in a skillet and glazed with a quick peanut butter and grape jelly sauce that turns sticky and savory-sweet as it reduces. Sliced mini cucumbers add cool crunch alongside each wrap, and the whole meal comes together in under 30 minutes.
Sale items used: Fresh Family Pack Chicken Tenderloins, Simply Nature Organic Creamy Peanut Butter, Berryhill Grape Jelly, Mini Cucumbers 16 oz pkg
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 lbs Fresh Family Pack Chicken Tenderloins for 4 people. Use 3 tablespoons Simply Nature Organic Creamy Peanut Butter and 3 tablespoons Berryhill Grape Jelly for the glaze. Use 1 pkg Mini Cucumbers (16 oz), sliced.
Recipes:
- PB Chicken Lettuce Wraps for a Light Clean Eating Meal Idea!
- Peanut Chicken Lettuce Wraps
- Easy Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce

Wednesday
Meal: Grilled Fresh Seasoned Beef Skewers with Avocado and California Red Grapes
Description: The pre-seasoned beef skewers go straight onto a hot grill or grill pan and cook quickly, developing a nicely charred exterior while staying juicy inside. Sliced avocado and a small cluster of California red grapes on each plate add freshness and a sweet contrast to the savory beef.
Sale items used: Fresh Seasoned Beef Skewers 7 oz, Avocados, California Red Grapes
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 packs Fresh Seasoned Beef Skewers 7 oz (one skewer pack per 2 people). Use 2 Avocados, sliced. Use about 1 lb California Red Grapes divided among 4 plates.

Thursday
Meal: Crispy Chicken Nugget Platter with Protein Bread, Cheddar, and Mini Cucumbers
Description: John Soules Foods "67" Chicken Nuggets are baked until crispy and served alongside toasted slices of L'oven Fresh Protein Bread topped with Happy Farms Deli-Sliced Medium or Mild Cheddar. Sliced mini cucumbers round out the plate with a cool, refreshing crunch.
Sale items used: John Soules Foods "67" Chicken Nuggets 24 oz, L'oven Fresh Protein Bread 18 oz, Happy Farms Deli-Sliced Medium or Mild Cheddar 8 oz, Mini Cucumbers 16 oz pkg
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 pack John Soules Foods "67" Chicken Nuggets (24 oz) for 4 people. Use 4 slices L'oven Fresh Protein Bread, toasted. Use 1 pkg Happy Farms Deli-Sliced Medium or Mild Cheddar (8 oz) divided across 4 servings. Use 1 pkg Mini Cucumbers (16 oz), sliced.
Recipes:
- Cheesy Chicken Nuggets Recipe by Tasty
- Cheesy Chicken Nuggets
- The Best Crispy Baked Chicken Nuggets!

Friday
Meal: Skillet-Cooked Fresh Family Pack Chicken Tenderloins with Blueberry Pan Sauce and Cantaloupe
Description: Chicken tenderloins are quickly seared in a skillet, then a handful of blueberries is added to the pan with a splash of water and a pinch of sugar to create a bright, jammy pan sauce that coats each piece. Sliced Athena cantaloupe served on the side makes this feel like a fresh summer dinner with almost no effort.
Sale items used: Fresh Family Pack Chicken Tenderloins, Blueberries, Athena Cantaloupe
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 lbs Fresh Family Pack Chicken Tenderloins for 4 people. Use 1 pint Blueberries for the pan sauce. Use 1 Athena Cantaloupe, sliced into wedges for 4 servings.
Recipes:
- Savory Blueberry Sauce for Pork or Chicken Recipe
- Grilled Chicken with Blueberry Sauce

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh Seasoned Chicken (2 lbs): $9.98
- Sliced White Mushrooms 8 oz pkg (x1): $1.29
- Avocados (x4): $2.36
- Fresh Family Pack Chicken Tenderloins (4 lbs total, 2 lbs Tuesday + 2 lbs Friday): $9.16
- Simply Nature Organic Creamy Peanut Butter 16 oz (x1): $4.39
- Berryhill Grape Jelly 30 oz (x1): $2.59
- Mini Cucumbers 16 oz pkg (x2): $3.38
- Fresh Seasoned Beef Skewers 7 oz (x2): $11.98
- California Red Grapes (1 lb): $1.29
- John Soules Foods "67" Chicken Nuggets 24 oz (x1): $6.70
- L'oven Fresh Protein Bread 18 oz (x1): $3.99
- Happy Farms Deli-Sliced Medium or Mild Cheddar 8 oz (x1): $1.49
- Blueberries (x1 pint): $1.99
- Athena Cantaloupe (x1): $1.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Cooking oil (vegetable or olive oil)
- Salt and black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Butter (for sauteing mushrooms)
- Granulated sugar (small pinch for blueberry pan sauce)
- Water
- Lettuce leaves (for Tuesday wraps)