Food City Low-Carb Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Certified Angus Beef Chuck Roast: $5.99/lb
- Top Sirloin Steak (Certified Angus Beef): $8.99/lb
- Boneless Pork Chops (Food City Fresh, Center Cut): $4.99/lb
- Ground Chuck (Food City Fresh, 80% Lean): $5.99/lb for 3 lbs or more
- Whole Boneless Pork Loin (Food City Fresh): $1.99/lb
- Fresh Split Chicken Breast (Sanderson Farms, Family Pack): $1.99/lb
- Cod Fillets (Wild Caught): $10.99/lb
- Cooked Shrimp (Farm Raised, Previously Frozen, 26/30 Ct.): $9.99/lb
- Oscar Mayer Beef Franks (14-15 Oz.): $6.99 each, Buy 1 Get 1 Free
- Carolina Pride Bacon (12 Oz.): $4.99 each
- Land O' Frost Lunch Meat (Premium, 10-16 Oz.): $4.99 each
- Prime Top Sirloin Steak (Certified Angus Beef): $10.99/lb
- SeaPak Shrimp (Frozen, 8.2-20 Oz.): $4.99 each
- Delicious Moments Bistro Deli-Classics Ham Line: $4.99/lb
- Crav'n Flavor Beef Jerky (2.2-2.85 Oz.): $2.49 each

Vegetables on sale:
- Locally Grown Tomatoes (Ripe): $1.99/lb
- Bright Farms Crunch Kits (5.85-6.7 Oz.): $4.99 each
- Fresh Garden Salads (In-Store Made, various): $5.00 each

BUDGET RATIONALE

Protein ranking (most economical to most expensive per serving for 4 people):
- Whole Boneless Pork Loin: $1.99/lb - about 2 lbs needed for 4 people = ~$4.00 total (~$1.00/serving)
- Fresh Split Chicken Breast (Family Pack): $1.99/lb - about 2.5 lbs for 4 people = ~$5.00 total (~$1.25/serving)
- Boneless Pork Chops: $4.99/lb - about 2 lbs for 4 people = ~$9.98 total (~$2.50/serving)
- Ground Chuck (80% Lean): $5.99/lb (3 lb minimum) - 3 lbs = ~$17.97, use ~2 lbs for dinner (~$3.00/serving)
- Certified Angus Beef Chuck Roast: $5.99/lb - about 2.5 lbs for 4 people = ~$14.98 total (~$3.75/serving)
- Oscar Mayer Beef Franks (BOGO): $6.99 for 2 packs effectively = ~$3.50/pack (~$1.75/serving, processed)
- Carolina Pride Bacon: $4.99/12 oz pack - supporting role only, not primary protein
- Delicious Moments Ham: $4.99/lb - about 1.5 lbs for 4 people = ~$7.49 total (~$1.87/serving)
- Cooked Shrimp: $9.99/lb - about 1.5 lbs for 4 people = ~$14.99 total (~$3.75/serving) - PREMIUM
- Top Sirloin Steak (Certified Angus Beef): $8.99/lb - about 2 lbs for 4 people = ~$17.98 total (~$4.50/serving) - PREMIUM
- Cod Fillets (Wild Caught): $10.99/lb - about 2 lbs for 4 people = ~$21.98 total (~$5.50/serving) - PREMIUM
- Prime Top Sirloin Steak: $10.99/lb - about 2 lbs for 4 people = ~$21.98 total (~$5.50/serving) - PREMIUM

Why these meals: The two standout deals this week are the whole boneless pork loin and the family-pack split chicken breasts, both at just $1.99/lb, which is genuinely exceptional pricing and anchors four of the five nights at a very low cost. The pork loin gets used twice across the week in different ways - once roasted with herbs and once as pan-seared chops - stretching that $1.99/lb value across two completely different meals. The chicken breast makes a rich, satisfying skillet dinner mid-week. Ground chuck at $5.99/lb rounds out the four economical nights with a hearty skillet meal. For the one premium night, cooked shrimp at $9.99/lb is the most approachable of the seafood options both in price per serving and in prep ease - you skip the $10.99/lb cod and both sirloin options entirely because even on sale those push per-serving costs well above where this week needs to go. The week comes in comfortably in range because four of the five proteins are among the best-priced items on this entire flyer.

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Herb-Roasted Boneless Pork Loin with Pan-Dripped Tomatoes
Description: A generous boneless pork loin is seasoned with garlic, rosemary, and smoked paprika, then roasted until juicy and sliced thick for the table. Ripe locally grown tomatoes are halved and roasted alongside, blistering in the pan drippings for a simple, low-carb side with big flavor.
Sale items used: Whole Boneless Pork Loin ($1.99/lb), Locally Grown Tomatoes ($1.99/lb)
Prep time: 15 minutes prep, 60 minutes cook
Serving note: 2 lbs pork loin (feeds 4 with good portions), 1 lb tomatoes halved and roasted alongside
Recipes:
- Juicy, Tender Pork Loin Roast Recipe (Easy Garlic Rub)
- Keto Herb Rubbed Pork Loin Roast

Tuesday
Meal: Cheesy Ground Chuck and Tomato Skillet with Bacon Crumbles
Description: Seasoned ground chuck is browned with garlic and diced tomatoes, then topped with shredded cheese and finished under the broiler for a bubbling, hearty low-carb skillet. Carolina Pride bacon is crisped and crumbled over the top for a smoky, satisfying finish.
Sale items used: Ground Chuck 80% Lean ($5.99/lb for 3 lbs), Locally Grown Tomatoes ($1.99/lb), Carolina Pride Bacon ($4.99 each), Food Club Shredded Cheese ($2.99 each)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: 1.5 lbs ground chuck, 0.5 lb diced tomatoes, 1 pack bacon (use half, reserve half for another meal), 1 pack shredded cheese
Recipes:
- Keto Bacon Cheeseburger Skillet [Low Carb Recipe]
- Keto Cheeseburger Casserole with Bacon - Low Carb Yum

Wednesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Boneless Pork Chops with Mozzarella and Tomato
Description: Center-cut boneless pork chops are seared in a hot cast iron skillet until golden, then topped with fresh BelGioioso mozzarella and ripe tomato slices for a Caprese-style finish that melts beautifully over the pork. A drizzle of Kraft salad dressing and fresh herbs bring everything together in a bright, simple plate.
Sale items used: Boneless Pork Chops ($4.99/lb), BelGioioso Fresh Mozzarella (2/$5), Locally Grown Tomatoes ($1.99/lb), Kraft Salad Dressing ($1.49 each)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 4 pork chops (approx. 6 oz each, about 1.5 lbs total), 1 pack fresh mozzarella sliced, 0.5 lb tomatoes sliced, dressing drizzled lightly
Recipes:
- Easy and Tasty Mozzarella Pork Chops with Tomato Low Carb Recipe | Keto Vale

Thursday
Meal: Garlic Butter Split Chicken Breast with Crunch Kit Slaw
Description: Bone-in split chicken breasts are rubbed with butter, garlic, and smoked paprika, then baked until the skin is crispy and the meat is completely tender. A Bright Farms Crunch Kit is tossed with Ken's salad dressing to make a fresh, crunchy low-carb slaw that pairs perfectly alongside.
Sale items used: Fresh Split Chicken Breast Family Pack ($1.99/lb), Bright Farms Crunch Kit ($4.99 each), Ken's Salad Dressing ($2.99 each)
Prep time: 10 minutes prep, 45 minutes cook
Serving note: 4 split chicken breast halves (approx. 2.5 lbs total), 1 Crunch Kit dressed with 2-3 tablespoons Ken's dressing
Recipes:
- 15 Minute Garlic Butter Chicken | Gimme Delicious
- My Juiciest Garlic Butter Chicken Recipe In 20 Minutes
- Easy Garlic Butter Chicken Breasts (One-Pan Recipe)

Friday
Meal: Garlic Shrimp Skillet with Cream Cheese Sauce and Bacon
Description: Plump cooked shrimp are warmed in a skillet with garlic, butter, and a quick Philadelphia cream cheese pan sauce that turns silky and rich without any starch. Crispy bacon crumbles and a garnish of diced tomato finish the dish for a Friday night meal that feels indulgent while staying firmly low-carb.
Sale items used: Cooked Shrimp ($9.99/lb), Philadelphia Soft Cream Cheese ($1.99 each), Carolina Pride Bacon ($4.99 each), Locally Grown Tomatoes ($1.99/lb)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: 1.5 lbs shrimp (about 6 oz per person), 1 block cream cheese melted into sauce, 1 pack bacon crisped and crumbled, 0.25 lb tomato diced for garnish
Recipes:
- Creamy Garlic Shrimp With Parmesan (Low Carb)
- Keto Garlic Parmesan Shrimp and Bacon

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Whole Boneless Pork Loin (2 lbs): $3.98
- Fresh Split Chicken Breast Family Pack (2.5 lbs): $4.98
- Ground Chuck 80% Lean (3 lb pack, minimum purchase): $17.97
- Boneless Pork Chops (1.5 lbs): $7.49
- Cooked Shrimp (1.5 lbs): $14.99
- Carolina Pride Bacon x2 packs: $9.98
- Locally Grown Tomatoes (2.5 lbs, used across four meals): $4.98
- BelGioioso Fresh Mozzarella (1 pack, part of 2/$5 deal - buy 2 to get deal): $5.00
- Food Club Shredded Cheese x1 pack: $2.99
- Bright Farms Crunch Kit x1: $4.99
- Ken's Salad Dressing x1: $2.99
- Kraft Salad Dressing x1: $1.49
- Philadelphia Soft Cream Cheese x1: $1.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil or butter (for searing and roasting)
- Garlic (fresh or jarred)
- Rosemary (fresh or dried)
- Smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper
- Italian seasoning
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for shrimp skillet)