Giant Kid-Friendly Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Cheesy Ground Beef Pasta with Tomatoes
Description: A comforting weeknight pasta with browned ground beef, melted cheese, and sweet diced tomatoes tossed with tender pasta. Kids will love the cheesy, mild tomato sauce and the fun twirly noodles.
Sale items used: 73% Lean Ground Beef
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 0.75 lb ground beef (about $2.62), 6 oz pasta, 1 cup shredded cheese, and 1 can diced tomatoes for 2 people.
Recipes:
- Easy Ground Beef Pasta (One Pot)
- Cheesy Beef Pasta Recipe
- Ground Beef Pasta (One Pot)

Tuesday
Meal: Oven-Baked BBQ Chicken Drumsticks
Description: Sticky, sweet BBQ drumsticks baked until juicy and caramelized, a finger-food favorite kids always enjoy. Serve with a simple side like corn or mashed potatoes.
Sale items used: Fresh Chicken Drumsticks
Prep time: 45 minutes
Serving note: Use about 1.5 lb drumsticks (roughly 4-5 pieces) for 2 people, brushed with BBQ sauce.
Recipes:
- Oven Baked BBQ Chicken Drumsticks (Easy and Juicy)
- Oven Baked BBQ Chicken Drumsticks
- Baked BBQ Chicken Drumsticks

Wednesday
Meal: Roasted Whole Chicken with Mini Cucumber Salad
Description: A classic roasted chicken with crispy golden skin, paired with a light, cool cucumber salad that's mild and refreshing for kids. Leftovers make great sandwiches the next day.
Sale items used: Whole Chicken Fryer, Giant Salad Blends/Mini Cucumbers
Prep time: 90 minutes
Serving note: Use a 3 lb whole chicken (halved portion for 2 with leftovers) and half a pack of mini cucumbers with a light vinaigrette. Since total time exceeds 60 minutes, season chicken the night before for easier prep.
Recipes:
- Simple Roast Chicken Recipe For Families & Kids
- Creamy Chicken Cucumber Salad

Thursday
Meal: Garlic Butter Shrimp with Rice
Description: Quick, buttery garlic shrimp served over fluffy white rice, a mild and flavorful dish kids enjoy without any spice. Ready in under 30 minutes for an easy weeknight dinner.
Sale items used: Large Raw EZ Peel Shrimp
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 lb shrimp (about $5.99) and 1 cup dry rice for 2 people.
Recipes:
- Garlic Butter Shrimp and Rice
- Easy garlic butter shrimp and rice
- Garlic Butter Shrimp over Rice

Friday
Meal: Ground Chicken Sliders with Avocado
Description: Mini juicy chicken sliders topped with creamy avocado slices on soft buns, a fun handheld dinner kids can help assemble. Serve with simple toppings like ketchup or cheese.
Sale items used: Perdue Ground Chicken, Hass Avocados
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 package (about 1 lb) ground chicken to make 4 small sliders and 1 avocado for 2 people.
Recipes:
- California Avocado Chicken Sliders
- Avocado Chicken Sliders Recipe
- Chicken Avocado BLT Sliders

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- 73% Lean Ground Beef (0.75 lb): $2.62
- Fresh Chicken Drumsticks (1.5 lb): $1.49
- Whole Chicken Fryer (3 lb): $4.47
- Giant Salad Blends/Mini Cucumbers (1 pack): $2.50
- Large Raw EZ Peel Shrimp (1 lb): $5.99
- Perdue Ground Chicken (1 each): $3.99
- Hass Avocados (1, priced as part of 4 for $5.00): $1.25

Pantry staples needed:
- Pasta
- Shredded cheese
- Canned diced tomatoes
- BBQ sauce
- Rice
- Butter
- Garlic
- Cooking oil
- Vinegar (for salad dressing)
- Slider buns
- Ketchup or condiments of choice
- Salt and pepper