Food Lion Gluten-Free Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Boneless Strip Steak: $12.99/lb
- Beef Steak: $7.99/lb
- Beef Steak Boneless: $8.79/lb
- Fried Chicken: $7.99
- Fried Chicken Tenders: $3.99
- Ground Chuck: $5.99/lb
- Hot Dogs: $4.49
- Polish Sausage: $8.79
- Fresh Sliced Chicken Breast: $8.99
- Jack Daniel's Smoked Sausage: $4.49
- Taste of Inspirations Seafood Boil: $11.99
- Tastee Choice Seafood Boil (Frozen): $11.99
- Freshly Sliced Taste of Inspirations Chicken Breast: $8.99

Vegetables on sale:
- Watermelon: $3.99
- Golden Pineapple: $1.99
- Eastern Peaches: $1.29/lb
- Asparagus: $2.49
- Portobello Mushrooms: $1.99
- Red Potatoes: $2.49
- Red Tomatoes: $1.49
- Blueberries: $10.99
- Yellow Squash: 2/$6 ($3.00 each)

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Crispy Red Potatoes
Description: Juicy beef steak bites are seared in a cast iron skillet with butter and garlic until golden and tender, served alongside crispy, golden-edged red potatoes cooked in the same pan. This classic one-skillet meal is completely gluten-free and ready in under 30 minutes.
Sale items used: Beef Steak Boneless ($8.79), Red Potatoes ($2.49), Butter (1 unit from 2/$5)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 6-8 oz of beef steak (half the package, freeze the rest), 3-4 small red potatoes, 1 tablespoon butter, 2 garlic cloves, and fresh or dried herbs. Scale seasoning to taste for 1 person.
Recipes:
- [Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Potatoes - What Molly Made]
- [Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet - Averie Cooks]
- [Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet - Eatwell101]

Tuesday
Meal: Smoked Sausage and Yellow Squash Rice Skillet
Description: Sliced smoked sausage is browned in a skillet with tender yellow squash slices, garlic, and tomatoes, then simmered with rice and broth until everything melds into a one-pan comfort meal. Using naturally gluten-free rice as the base, this simple Cajun-inspired dinner is hearty, flavorful, and effortless.
Sale items used: Jack Daniel's Smoked Sausage ($4.49 - use half, freeze rest), Yellow Squash (1 squash from 2/$6), Red Tomatoes ($1.49)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 2-3 links of smoked sausage (about 6 oz), 1 small yellow squash sliced, 1 small tomato diced, and 1/3 cup dry white rice with 2/3 cup gluten-free chicken or vegetable broth. Season with garlic, paprika, and Cajun spice to taste.

IMPORTANT gluten-free note: Verify the Jack Daniel's Smoked Sausage label confirms gluten-free status before purchasing. Look for a certified gluten-free smoked sausage if unsure.

Recipes:
- [One Pot Sausage and Rice Recipe - Mommy's Home Cooking]
- [Easy Smoked Sausage and Zucchini Skillet - Yellow Bliss Road]
- Easy Dirty Rice with Sausage ([Gluten-Free) - Dish by Dish]

Wednesday
Meal: Taste of Inspirations Seafood Boil with Red Potatoes and Butter
Description: The sale seafood boil package is prepared in a seasoned pot of boiling water with halved red potatoes added for extra heartiness, finished with melted butter and a squeeze of lemon. This festive, naturally gluten-free feast delivers big flavors with minimal effort and is the perfect mid-week treat.
Sale items used: Taste of Inspirations Seafood Boil ($11.99), Red Potatoes ($2.49 - use half the bag), Butter (1 unit from 2/$5)
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: Use the full seafood boil package (it is a generous single serving). Add 3-4 small red potatoes halved to the pot. Finish with 1 tablespoon melted butter drizzled over the top. Season the boiling water with Old Bay (pantry staple) and a lemon wedge if available.

IMPORTANT gluten-free note: Check the Taste of Inspirations Seafood Boil label carefully to confirm no added gluten-containing sauces or seasonings are included in the package.

Recipes:
- [Cajun Seafood Boil with Garlic Butter Sauce - Butter Be Ready]
- [Seafood Boil Recipe - Dinner at the Zoo]
- [Cajun Seafood Boil Recipe with Butter Sauce - The Kitchn]

Thursday
Meal: Ground Chuck Taco-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Cheese and Sour Cream
Description: Large portobello mushroom caps are roasted until tender and loaded with well-seasoned, taco-spiced ground chuck, then topped with melted shredded cheese and a dollop of sour cream for a rich, satisfying gluten-free dinner. This low-carb, naturally wheat-free meal uses the portobello as a hearty edible bowl in place of any tortilla or bread.
Sale items used: Ground Chuck ($5.99 - use approx. 1/3 lb), Portobello Mushrooms ($1.99 - use 2 caps), Cheese (1 unit from 2/$4), Sour Cream (1 unit from 2/$4), Red Tomatoes ($1.49 - diced for garnish)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use about 5 oz of ground chuck, 2 large portobello caps (stems and gills removed), 2 tablespoons shredded cheese, 1 tablespoon sour cream, and 2-3 tablespoons diced tomato. Season the meat with cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper (pantry staples) - all naturally gluten-free. Freeze remaining ground chuck.
Recipes:
- [Easy Beef Taco Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms - Hungry Happens]
- [Ground Beef Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Creamy Sauce - Cre8 a Home]
- [Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Beef and Cheese - Healthy Seasonal Recipes]

Friday
Meal: Lemon Herb Sheet Pan Chicken Breast with Asparagus and Red Potatoes
Description: A boneless chicken breast is marinated in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs, then roasted on a sheet pan alongside fresh asparagus spears and halved red potatoes until golden and juicy. This bright, zesty gluten-free dinner is a clean, easy Friday meal that practically cooks itself.
Sale items used: Fresh Sliced Chicken Breast ($8.99 - use 1 breast approx. 6-8 oz), Asparagus ($2.49 - use half the bundle), Red Potatoes ($2.49 - use 3-4 small potatoes), Butter (optional finish)
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 chicken breast (6-8 oz), 6-8 asparagus spears, and 3-4 small red potatoes halved. Coat with 1 tablespoon olive oil, juice of half a lemon, 1 minced garlic clove, and dried Italian herbs or oregano. Roast at 400 degrees F for 25-30 minutes. Wrap and refrigerate remaining chicken for later use.
Recipes:
- [Sheet Pan Lemon Chicken - Living Chirpy]
- [Lemon Chicken and Asparagus Sheet Pan Dinner - Get Inspired Everyday]
- [Sheet Pan Italian Chicken with Potatoes and Asparagus - Cook at Home Mom]

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale this week at Food Lion:
- Beef Steak Boneless - 1 pkg ($8.79) - use half, freeze half
- Jack Daniel's Smoked Sausage - 1 pkg ($4.49) - use half, freeze half
- Taste of Inspirations Seafood Boil - 1 pkg ($11.99)
- Ground Chuck - 1 lb ($5.99) - use 1/3 lb Thursday, freeze rest
- Fresh Sliced Chicken Breast - 1 pkg ($8.99) - use 1 breast, store the rest
- Portobello Mushrooms - 1 pkg ($1.99)
- Red Potatoes - 1 bag ($2.49) - used across Wednesday, Thursday (as garnish/side), and Friday
- Asparagus - 1 bundle ($2.49) - use half for Friday, enjoy the rest as snack/side
- Yellow Squash - 1 squash ($3.00 from 2/$6 deal - buy 2 to maximize deal)
- Red Tomatoes - 1-2 tomatoes ($1.49)
- Butter - buy 2 units (2/$5 deal) - used Monday, Wednesday, Friday
- Cheese - buy 2 units (2/$4 deal) - used Thursday
- Sour Cream - buy 2 units (2/$4 deal) - used Thursday

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil (for searing and roasting)
- Garlic cloves or garlic powder
- Dried Italian seasoning or oregano
- Cumin and chili powder (for taco-stuffed mushrooms Thursday)
- Smoked paprika
- Cajun or Creole seasoning (for Tuesday and Wednesday)
- Old Bay seasoning (for Wednesday seafood boil)
- Salt and black pepper
- Gluten-free chicken or vegetable broth (approx. 1 cup - for Tuesday rice dish)
- Long-grain white rice (approx. 1/2 cup dry - for Tuesday)
- Fresh or bottled lemon juice (for Friday)
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

DISCLAIMER

Prices and availability are based on the provided weekly sales flyer and may vary by location. Check your local Food Lion store for actual pricing and availability. Always read product labels carefully to verify gluten-free status, especially for processed items like smoked sausage and seafood boil packages, as formulations and ingredients can vary by brand and batch. If you have celiac disease or severe gluten intolerance, confirm gluten-free certification directly with the manufacturer.