Food City Gluten-Free Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Boston Butt, Food City Fresh, Whole-In-Bag: $2.49/lb
- Boneless Chicken Breast, Family Pack or Jumbo Pack: $2.99/lb
- Hillshire Farm Beef Polska Kielbasa, Selected Varieties, 12 Oz.: $5.49
- Ground Round, Food City Fresh, 85% Lean (3 lbs or more): $6.99/lb
- Salmon Fillets, Fresh: $9.99/lb
- Certified Angus Beef Ribeye Steak, Value Pack: $11.99/lb
- Previously Frozen Pork Baby Back Ribs: $6.99/lb
- Cooked Shrimp, Farm Raised, Previously Frozen: $7.99/lb
- Thomas Farms Grass Fed Ground Beef Patties, 10 Ct.: $14.99
- Ball Park Beef Franks, Selected Varieties, 14-15 Oz.: BOGO
- Oscar Mayer Bacon, Selected Varieties, 12-16 Oz.: BOGO
- Wampler's Sausage, Selected Varieties, 16 Oz.: $3.49
- Hormel Fully Cooked Bacon, Black Label, 2.52 Oz.: $3.99
- Dietz & Watson Turkey Line: $11.99/lb

Vegetables on sale:
- Green Cabbage, Fresh: $0.69/lb
- Tomatoes on the Vine, Ripe: $0.69/lb
- Vidalia Onions, Bland Farms, 3 Lb.: $2.99
- Whole Seedless Watermelon: $1.99 each
- Fresh Blackberries, 6 Oz.: $1.99 each
- Cosmic Crisp Apples, Juicy: $1.99/lb
- Northwest Cherries: $3.99/lb

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Slow-Roasted Boston Butt Pork Bowls with Cabbage Slaw
Description: A 2-lb portion of Food City Fresh Boston Butt is slow-roasted low and slow until fork-tender, then pulled and served over rice with a tangy, crisp fresh cabbage slaw dressed with apple cider vinegar and a touch of mayo. This hearty gluten-free bowl is deeply satisfying and the leftover pork can be refrigerated for easy use later in the week.
Sale items used: Boston Butt ($2.49/lb), Green Cabbage ($0.69/lb), Vidalia Onions ($2.99 for 3 lb bag), Kraft Mayonnaise (BOGO)
Prep time: 30 minutes active, 4-6 hours slow roast
Serving note: 2 lbs of Boston Butt yields generous pulled pork for 2 people, approximately 1.5 cups pulled pork per person served over 1 cup cooked rice with 1 cup cabbage slaw per person
Recipes:
- Crockpot Pulled Pork Bowls
- Easy Crockpot BBQ Pulled Pork Bowls
- Oven Baked Pulled Pork

Tuesday
Meal: Skillet Chicken Breast with Tomatoes, Onion, and Herbs
Description: Two boneless chicken breasts are seasoned with garlic, dried oregano, and smoked paprika, then seared in a hot skillet and finished with fresh vine-ripened tomatoes and sliced Vidalia onion sauteed into a light, naturally gluten-free pan sauce. Served alongside steamed rice or roasted potatoes, this bright and simple weeknight dinner comes together in under 30 minutes.
Sale items used: Boneless Chicken Breast ($2.99/lb), Tomatoes on the Vine ($0.69/lb), Vidalia Onions (already purchased in 3 lb bag)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of chicken breast (2 medium breasts) for 2 people, use 2 medium tomatoes (about 0.5 lb) and half a Vidalia onion
Recipes:
- Cheesy Italian Chicken Skillet (Gluten Free)
- Chicken Breast in Cast Iron Skillet (Gluten Free)
- Mediterranean Chicken Skillet Recipe

Wednesday
Meal: Kielbasa and Cabbage Stir-Fry with Rice
Description: One 12 oz. package of Hillshire Farm Beef Polska Kielbasa is sliced into rounds and stir-fried with shredded green cabbage and sliced Vidalia onion in a hot skillet with olive oil, garlic, and a splash of gluten-free soy sauce or coconut aminos. The savory, slightly smoky stir-fry is spooned over fluffy white rice for a fast and filling gluten-free dinner.
Sale items used: Hillshire Farm Beef Polska Kielbasa ($5.49 per 12 oz. package), Green Cabbage (already purchased), Vidalia Onions (already purchased in 3 lb bag)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: One 12 oz. kielbasa package is ideal for 2 people, use approximately 2 cups shredded cabbage and half a Vidalia onion, serve over 1 cup cooked rice per person
Recipes:
- Kielbasa and Cabbage Stir Fry
- Kielbasa and Cabbage (5-Ingredient Recipe)
- Fried Cabbage with Kielbasa - Low Carb, Paleo Gluten Free

Thursday
Meal: Smoky Ground Round Taco Bowls with Tomato and Onion Salsa
Description: One pound of Food City Fresh 85% lean Ground Round is browned and seasoned with cumin, chili powder, garlic, and smoked paprika for a bold smoky taco filling, all naturally gluten-free. It is served in rice bowls topped with a fresh pico-style salsa made from diced vine tomatoes and Vidalia onion, shredded cheese, and a dollop of sour cream.
Sale items used: Ground Round 85% Lean ($6.99/lb), Tomatoes on the Vine ($0.69/lb), Vidalia Onions (already purchased in 3 lb bag), Food Club Shredded Cheese (BOGO)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 1 lb of ground round is the right amount for 2 generous taco bowls, use 2 medium tomatoes (about 0.5 lb) and a quarter of a Vidalia onion for the fresh salsa, serve over 1 cup cooked rice per person
Recipes:
- Ground Beef Taco Bowls
- Beef Taco Bowls - Low Carb + Gluten Free
- Ground Beef Taco Bowls (35 Minutes)

Friday
Meal: Pan-Seared Salmon Fillets with Watermelon and Fresh Blackberry Salsa
Description: Two fresh salmon fillets are seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lime, then pan-seared skin-side down in a hot cast iron skillet until golden and crisp on the outside and perfectly flaky inside. They are served with a vibrant, refreshing salsa made from diced seedless watermelon, fresh blackberries, red onion, lime juice, and fresh mint or cilantro for a stunning gluten-free summer dinner.
Sale items used: Salmon Fillets, Fresh ($9.99/lb), Whole Seedless Watermelon ($1.99 each), Fresh Blackberries 6 Oz. ($1.99 each), Vidalia Onions (already purchased in 3 lb bag)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of fresh salmon for 2 fillets (about 0.5 lb per person), use approximately 2 cups diced watermelon from the whole melon and one 6 oz. container of blackberries for the salsa
Recipes:
- Seared Salmon With Watermelon Tomato Avocado Salsa
- Pan Seared Salmon with Watermelon Salsa
- Perfect Pan Seared Salmon with Crispy Skin + Blackberry Balsamic Sauce

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Boston Butt, Food City Fresh (2 lbs): $4.98
- Boneless Chicken Breast (1 lb): $2.99
- Hillshire Farm Beef Polska Kielbasa, 12 Oz. (x1 package): $5.49
- Ground Round, Food City Fresh 85% Lean (1 lb - note: sale requires 3 lbs or more, buy 3 lbs and freeze remaining 2 lbs): $20.97
- Salmon Fillets, Fresh (1 lb): $9.99
- Green Cabbage (2 lbs): $1.38
- Tomatoes on the Vine (1.5 lbs - used across Tuesday and Thursday): $1.04
- Vidalia Onions, Bland Farms, 3 Lb. bag (x1 bag, used all week): $2.99
- Whole Seedless Watermelon (x1): $1.99
- Fresh Blackberries, 6 Oz. (x1): $1.99
- Food Club Shredded or Chunk Cheese, 6-8 Oz. (x1 paid, x1 free via BOGO): $3.49 (estimated regular price for one, second is free)
- Kraft Mayonnaise, 30 Oz. (x1 paid, x1 free via BOGO): $4.99 (estimated regular price for one, second is free)

Pantry staples needed:
- White rice (long grain, confirmed gluten-free brand)
- Olive oil
- Garlic (fresh)
- Apple cider vinegar
- Coconut aminos or certified gluten-free soy sauce (tamari)
- Cumin (ground)
- Chili powder (verify gluten-free label)
- Smoked paprika
- Dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper
- Lime juice or fresh limes
- Fresh cilantro or mint (for watermelon salsa)
- Sour cream
- Gluten-free chicken or vegetable broth (optional for roasting)