Food City Standard Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Hillshire Farm Smoked Sausage (14 oz.): $1.79
- Chicken Breast Tenders (Sanderson Farms): $2.99/lb
- Ground Chuck (80% lean, 3 lbs. or more): $5.99/lb
- Fresh Tilapia Fillets: $6.99/lb
- Covington Farms Chicken Wings: $7.99/lb

Vegetables on sale:
- Basket & Bushel Jumbo Baking Potatoes (8 lb.): $2.99
- Corn on the Cob (4 pk.): $2.99
- Fresh Express Cole Slaw (14 oz.): Buy 1 Get 1 Free
- Sliced Watermelon Quarters: $0.79

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Smoked Sausage and Potato Sheet Pan Dinner with Corn on the Cob
Description: Sliced Hillshire Farm smoked sausage roasts alongside chunked baking potatoes and seasoned with olive oil, garlic, and Italian herbs on a single sheet pan for an easy one-person dinner. A fresh ear of corn on the cob rounds out the plate with natural sweetness and satisfying texture.
Sale items used: Hillshire Farm Smoked Sausage ($1.79), Basket & Bushel Jumbo Baking Potatoes ($2.99 bag), Corn on the Cob 4-pack ($2.99)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use half the 14 oz. sausage link (roughly 7 oz.), 2 medium potatoes from the bag, and 1 ear of corn. Save the remaining sausage for another use during the week.
Recipes:
- Sheet Pan Smoked Sausage and Potatoes {Crispy & Easy!}
- Sheet Pan Sausage and Potatoes with Corn
- Smoked Sausage And Potatoes (One Skillet)

Tuesday
Meal: Chicken Tender Stir-Fry over Baked Potatoes
Description: Sanderson Farms chicken tenders are sliced and stir-fried in a hot pan with butter, garlic, and your choice of seasonings, then spooned over a fluffy split baked potato for a hearty and filling meal. This creative twist skips rice and uses the potato as the base, keeping the meal budget-friendly and satisfying for one.
Sale items used: Chicken Breast Tenders - Sanderson Farms ($2.99/lb), Basket & Bushel Jumbo Baking Potatoes (already purchased), Food Club Butter ($3.49)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use roughly 6-8 oz. of chicken tenders (about one-third of a standard 1.5 lb. package), 1 large baking potato from the bag. Store remaining raw tenders in the fridge or freezer for later use.
Recipes:
- Idaho® Potato and Chicken Stir Fry
- Chicken Stir Fry with Sliced Potatoes
- Chicken And Potato Skillet That Comes Out Perfect Every Time

Wednesday
Meal: Ground Chuck Smash Burgers on Buns with Cole Slaw and Baked Beans
Description: An 80/20 ground chuck patty is smashed thin on a hot cast iron skillet, developing a crispy, flavorful crust, then served on a toasted Food City bun with American singles cheese and mustard. A side of creamy cole slaw and warm Bush's baked beans makes this a full classic cookout plate at home.
Sale items used: Ground Chuck 80% lean ($5.99/lb), Food City Buns - Buy 1 Get 1 Free (free with purchase), Food Club American Singles ($1.69), Fresh Express Cole Slaw - Buy 1 Get 1 Free ($0 with purchase), Bush's Baked Beans ($2.49), Food Club Mustard - Buy 1 Get 1 Free (free with purchase)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use roughly 6 oz. of ground chuck for 1 generous smash burger patty, 1 bun, 1 slice of American cheese, a side cup of cole slaw dressed with mayo and vinegar, and half a can of baked beans. Freeze remaining ground chuck in portions for future meals.
Recipes:
- Smash Burgers
- Crispy Smash Burger Recipe (Lacy Edges, Juicy Center!)
- Classic Hamburger Recipe

Thursday
Meal: Tilapia Tacos with Corn Salsa and Sour Cream on Warm Tortilla-Style Serving
Description: Fresh tilapia fillets are seasoned with cumin, chili powder, and garlic, then pan-seared until flaky and served in a warm bread vessel (using Pillsbury biscuits or store bread as a soft base) topped with a quick corn salsa made from the leftover corn and finished with a dollop of Food Club sour cream. The result is a bright, flavorful taco-inspired plate that feels restaurant quality at a fraction of the cost.
Sale items used: Fresh Tilapia Fillets ($6.99/lb), Food Club Sour Cream ($1.99), Corn on the Cob (already purchased), Pillsbury Grands! Biscuits ($0.99), Crav'n Flavor Salsa ($0.99)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 tilapia fillet (roughly 6-7 oz.), 2 Pillsbury biscuits split as taco bases, 2 tablespoons of sour cream, corn cut from 1 ear of cob (leftover from Monday), and a spoonful of salsa. Refrigerate remaining biscuit dough per package instructions.
Recipes:
- 15-Minute Tilapia Fish Tacos with Corn Salsa
- EASIEST Baked Tilapia Fish Tacos Recipe
- Tilapia Fish Tacos

Friday
Meal: Chicken Wing Feast with Baked Potatoes and Fresh Watermelon
Description: Covington Farms chicken wings are seasoned and roasted or air-fried until golden and crispy, tossed in your favorite sauce (using butter, hot sauce, or ketchup from the pantry), and served alongside a loaded baked potato with sour cream and cheese. A slice of fresh watermelon quarter makes the perfect light, sweet finish to a satisfying end-of-week feast.
Sale items used: Covington Farms Chicken Wings ($7.99/lb), Basket & Bushel Jumbo Baking Potatoes (already purchased), Food Club Sour Cream (already purchased), Food Club Ketchup - Buy 1 Get 1 Free (free with purchase), Sliced Watermelon Quarter ($0.79), Kraft Shredded Cheese ($3.49)
Prep time: 50 minutes
Serving note: Use roughly 1 lb. of chicken wings (about 6-8 pieces depending on size), 1 large baking potato, 2 tablespoons sour cream, a sprinkle of shredded cheese, and 1 watermelon quarter slice. Buy wings from the fresh meat section by the pound to avoid excess.
Recipes:
- Roasted Chicken Wings with Roast Potatoes, Oregano and Garlic
- Greek Whole Chicken Wings and Baby Potatoes Recipe
- Recipe: Summer Meal - Wings, Skins and Watermelon Salad

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Hillshire Farm Smoked Sausage (14 oz.): $1.79
- Sanderson Farms Chicken Breast Tenders (approx. 1.5 lb.): $4.49
- Ground Chuck 80% lean (approx. 1 lb. portion, sold at 3 lb. min.): $6.00 (buy 3 lb. pack at $5.99/lb, freeze the rest)
- Fresh Tilapia Fillets (approx. 1 fillet, 0.5 lb.): $3.50
- Covington Farms Chicken Wings (approx. 1 lb.): $7.99
- Basket & Bushel Jumbo Baking Potatoes (8 lb. bag): $2.99
- Corn on the Cob (4-pack): $2.99
- Fresh Express Cole Slaw (14 oz.) Buy 1 Get 1 Free: $0.00 (free with qualifying purchase - check store terms)
- Sliced Watermelon Quarter: $0.79
- Food City Buns (8 ct.) Buy 1 Get 1 Free: $0.00 (free - check in-store pricing)
- Food Club American Singles (12 oz.): $1.69
- Bush's Baked Beans (21.5 oz.): $2.49
- Food Club Sour Cream (16 oz.): $1.99
- Pillsbury Grands! Biscuits (8 ct.): $0.99
- Crav'n Flavor Salsa (15-16 oz.): $0.99
- Food Club Butter (16 oz.): $3.49
- Kraft Shredded Cheese (7-8 oz.): $3.49
- Food Club Ketchup (32 oz.) Buy 1 Get 1 Free: $0.00 (free - check in-store pricing)
- Food Club Mustard (8 oz.) Buy 1 Get 1 Free: $0.00 (free - check in-store pricing)

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil (for sheet pan roasting and searing)
- Garlic (fresh or powder)
- Salt and black pepper
- Italian seasoning or dried herbs
- Cumin and chili powder (for tilapia seasoning)
- Hot sauce (optional, for wings)
- Mayonnaise (for cole slaw dressing)
- Apple cider vinegar (for cole slaw dressing)
- Cooking spray or oil for baking sheet

ESTIMATED TOTAL

Reviewing all "Buy on sale" items with actual costs (excluding free BOGO items and pantry staples):

• Hillshire Farm Smoked Sausage: $1.79
• Sanderson Farms Chicken Tenders (1.5 lb.): $4.49
• Ground Chuck (3 lb. pack at $5.99/lb): $17.97
• Fresh Tilapia (0.5 lb. at $6.99/lb): $3.50
• Chicken Wings (1 lb. at $7.99/lb): $7.99
• Baking Potatoes (8 lb. bag): $2.99
• Corn on the Cob (4-pack): $2.99
• Sliced Watermelon Quarter: $0.79
• Food Club American Singles: $1.69
• Bush's Baked Beans: $2.49
• Food Club Sour Cream: $1.99
• Pillsbury Grands! Biscuits: $0.99
• Crav'n Flavor Salsa: $0.99
• Food Club Butter: $3.49
• Kraft Shredded Cheese: $3.49

Total: $57.64 for 1 person | $57.64 per person

DISCLAIMER

Prices and availability are based on the Food City sales flyer for June 24 - June 30, 2026, and may vary by location. BOGO and Buy 1 Get 1 Free deals may require qualifying purchases - confirm terms in store. Meat prices listed per pound are estimates based on typical package weights for one person. Check your local Food City store for actual pricing and availability before shopping.