Food City Kid-Friendly Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Skillet Ground Beef Burgers with Beefsteak Tomatoes on Sandwich Bread
Description: Juicy skillet-cooked beef patties are served on soft sandwich bread and topped with fresh vine-ripened beefsteak tomato slices for a simple, satisfying burger night kids will love. Everything comes together in one pan with minimal fuss, making it a great weeknight dinner for two.
Sale items used: Ground Beef Food City Fresh 81% Lean ($2.99/lb), Beefsteak Tomatoes Vine Ripened ($1.99/lb), That's Smart! Sandwich Bread 20 oz. ($1.69)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 0.75 lb of ground beef total to make 2 generous patties (about 6 oz each before cooking); purchase 1 lb at $2.99. Slice about 0.5 lb of beefsteak tomatoes for topping. Use 4 slices of sandwich bread from the loaf.

Tuesday
Meal: Baked Fresh Split Chicken Breast with Tasteful Selections Potatoes and Canned Vegetables
Description: Tender oven-baked split chicken breasts are seasoned simply and paired with roasted Tasteful Selections potatoes and a warm side of canned vegetables for a comforting, kid-approved plate. This is a wholesome, familiar dinner that is easy to prep and fills the table with great aromas.
Sale items used: Fresh Split Chicken Breast Sanderson Farms Family Pack ($1.99/lb), Tasteful Selections Potatoes 16 oz. ($2.99), That's Smart! Vegetables 14.5-15.25 oz. ($0.89)
Prep time: 15 minutes prep, 45 minutes bake time
Serving note: Purchase approximately 2 lbs of split chicken breast to get 2 good-sized pieces (about 1 lb each bone-in), totaling $3.98. Use the full 16 oz. bag of potatoes for two people. Open 1 can of That's Smart! vegetables as a side. Make-ahead tip: season the chicken in the morning and refrigerate so it goes straight into the oven at dinnertime.

Wednesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Boneless Pork Chops with Vidalia Onions and Garlic Loaf Bread
Description: Center-cut boneless pork chops are seared in a skillet until golden and topped with sweet caramelized Vidalia onions that kids find mild and naturally sweet. Slices of warm bakery garlic loaf bread round out the meal and are perfect for soaking up the pan juices.
Sale items used: Boneless Pork Chops Food City Fresh Center Cut ($3.99/lb), Vidalia Onions Sweet ($1.29/lb), Garlic Loaf Bread Baked Fresh Daily ($3.99)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of boneless pork chops to get 2 chops (about 6-8 oz each); total meat cost $3.99. Use about 0.5 lb of Vidalia onions, sliced thin and cooked until soft and sweet. Serve 2-3 slices of garlic loaf bread per person alongside.

Thursday
Meal: Scrambled Egg and Canned Vegetable Skillet with Saltine Crackers
Description: Fluffy scrambled eggs are cooked together with warmed canned vegetables in a simple one-pan skillet that comes together in minutes and is a fun, light dinner kids enjoy. Crispy saltine crackers on the side are perfect for dipping and scooping, making this a playful and budget-friendly meal.
Sale items used: That's Smart! Large Eggs Dozen ($1.69), That's Smart! Vegetables 14.5-15.25 oz. ($0.89), That's Smart! Saltine Crackers 16 oz. ($1.79)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: Use 6 eggs total (3 per person) from the dozen; the remaining eggs keep for the week. Open 1 can of That's Smart! vegetables and stir into the eggs while cooking. Serve with a generous handful of saltine crackers per person from the 16 oz. box.

Friday
Meal: Sliced Baked Pork Loin with Beefsteak Tomatoes and Seedless Grapes
Description: A small section of whole boneless pork loin is seasoned simply, roasted until juicy, and sliced thin for an impressive yet easy dinner that kids enjoy with familiar sides. Fresh beefsteak tomato slices and a bowl of sweet seedless grapes make colorful, no-cook sides that round out the plate beautifully.
Sale items used: Whole Boneless Pork Loin Food City Fresh ($1.99/lb), Beefsteak Tomatoes Vine Ripened ($1.99/lb), Red White or Black Seedless Grapes California Grown ($1.99/lb)
Prep time: 10 minutes prep, 50 minutes roast time
Serving note: Cut or ask the butcher to portion approximately 1.5 lbs from the whole loin for two people, totaling $2.99. Slice about 0.5 lb of beefsteak tomatoes to serve fresh alongside. Purchase about 0.75 lb of seedless grapes for a generous shared bowl. Make-ahead tip: season the pork loin section in the morning so it is ready to go straight into the oven before dinner.
Recipes:
- Olive Garden Roast Pork Loin With Grapes and Wine

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Ground Beef Food City Fresh 81% Lean (1 lb): $2.99
- Beefsteak Tomatoes Vine Ripened (1 lb): $1.99
- That's Smart! Sandwich Bread 20 oz. (1 loaf): $1.69
- Fresh Split Chicken Breast Sanderson Farms Family Pack (2 lbs): $3.98
- Tasteful Selections Potatoes 16 oz. (1 bag): $2.99
- That's Smart! Vegetables 14.5-15.25 oz. (2 cans): $1.78
- Boneless Pork Chops Food City Fresh Center Cut (1 lb): $3.99
- Vidalia Onions Sweet (0.5 lb): $0.65
- Garlic Loaf Bread Baked Fresh Daily (1 loaf): $3.99
- That's Smart! Large Eggs Dozen (1 dozen): $1.69
- That's Smart! Saltine Crackers 16 oz. (1 box): $1.79
- Whole Boneless Pork Loin Food City Fresh (1.5 lbs): $2.99
- Red White or Black Seedless Grapes California Grown (0.75 lb): $1.49

Pantry staples needed:
- Cooking oil or butter (for skillet and roasting)
- Salt and black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Paprika (optional, for chicken and pork seasoning)
- Ketchup and mustard (for burgers)