Kroger Dairy-Free Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Johnsonville Smoked Sausage and Hatch Chile Skillet with Sweet Corn
Description: Two Johnsonville smoked sausage links are sliced and pan-seared with fresh Hatch chile peppers, sweet onion, and roasted sweet corn cut right off the cob for a smoky, slightly spicy one-pan dinner. The whole skillet comes together in under 30 minutes and is completely dairy-free with bold Southwestern flavor.
Sale items used: Johnsonville Smoked Dinner Sausage (9.6-14 oz), Hatch Chile Peppers, Kroger Sweet Corn 4 ct, Hatch Sweet Onions
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use about half a 14 oz sausage package (roughly 3-4 links) for 2 people; roast or char 2 ears of corn from the 4-count pack; use about 0.25 lb of Hatch chiles and a quarter of the onion bag. Save remaining corn and onion for later meals this week.

Tuesday
Meal: Ground Turkey Taco Bowls with Hatch Chile Salsa and Kroger Pasta
Description: Seasoned ground turkey is browned with diced Hatch chiles and Hatch sweet onion, then served over cooked Kroger pasta in place of rice for a hearty, budget-friendly taco bowl. A quick fresh Hatch chile salsa made with diced chiles, onion, and lime brightens the whole dish.
Sale items used: Kroger 85% or 93% Lean Ground Turkey (16 oz), Hatch Chile Peppers, Hatch Sweet Onions, Kroger Pasta (12-16 oz)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 lb ground turkey (one 16 oz package) for 2 generous servings; cook about 4 oz of pasta per person (roughly half a 12 oz box); use about 0.25 lb of Hatch chiles for the salsa. Buy 2 packages of ground turkey to get the third free, and freeze the extra.
Recipes:
- Ground Turkey Taco Bowls – Kalyn's Kitchen

Wednesday
Meal: Simple Truth Boneless Chicken Breast Pasta with Prego Pasta Sauce
Description: Two Simple Truth boneless chicken breasts are seasoned, pan-seared until golden, then sliced and tossed with Kroger pasta and Prego pasta sauce for a classic, satisfying weeknight dinner. The sauce is completely dairy-free as written, making this an easy and comforting meal for two.
Sale items used: Simple Truth Boneless Chicken Breasts, Kroger Pasta (12-16 oz), Prego Pasta Sauce (24 oz)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of chicken breasts (about 2 medium breasts) at $3.99/lb, totaling roughly $4.00; cook about 4 oz of pasta per person using the remaining pasta from Tuesday; use the full 24 oz jar of Prego sauce.

Thursday
Meal: Home Chef St. Louis Style Ribs with Gourmet Potatoes and Sweet Baby Ray's Barbecue Sauce
Description: The fully cooked Home Chef St. Louis Style Ribs are portioned for two and reheated in the oven with a generous brush of Sweet Baby Ray's Barbecue Sauce for a sticky, smoky finish. Private Selection Gourmet Potatoes are roasted alongside with olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs for a complete and satisfying plate.
Sale items used: Home Chef St. Louis Style Ribs (2 lb, fully cooked), Private Selection Gourmet Potatoes (1.5 lb), Sweet Baby Ray's Barbecue Sauce (18 oz)
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: The 2 lb rack of fully cooked ribs is a practical size for 2 people with no waste; use the full 1.5 lb bag of gourmet potatoes halved and roasted; use about a quarter of the barbecue sauce bottle and save the rest. Total oven time is about 35-40 minutes, so start potatoes first and add ribs partway through.

Friday
Meal: Sauteed Kroger Large Shrimp with Hatch Chile Peppers and Simple Truth Italian Chicken Sausage
Description: Kroger large shrimp and sliced Simple Truth Italian Chicken Sausage are sauteed together in a hot skillet with fresh Hatch chile peppers and Hatch sweet onion for a quick, protein-packed Friday dinner. The combination of smoky sausage, tender shrimp, and spicy chiles makes a bold and colorful dish that comes together in minutes.
Sale items used: Kroger Large Shrimp 31-40 ct (12 oz frozen), Simple Truth Italian Chicken Sausage (16 oz), Hatch Chile Peppers, Hatch Sweet Onions
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use the full 12 oz bag of shrimp (about 6 oz per person) and 2-3 links of Italian chicken sausage from the 16 oz package; use about 0.25 lb of Hatch chiles and a quarter of the remaining onion. Thaw shrimp in cold water for 15 minutes before cooking to keep prep time short.
Recipes:
- One Pot Shrimp and Sausage Pasta - Healthy World Cuisine

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Johnsonville Smoked Dinner Sausage, 14 oz (x1 package): $2.99
- Hatch Chile Peppers (1 lb total across the week): $1.49
- Kroger Sweet Corn 4 ct (x1 pack, part of 2 for $7.00 deal - buy 2 packs): $7.00
- Hatch Sweet Onions 3 lb bag (x1 bag): $3.99
- Kroger 85% or 93% Lean Ground Turkey 16 oz (buy 2, get 1 free - pay for 2 at $6.99/lb each 1 lb pack): $13.98
- Kroger Pasta 12-16 oz (x2 boxes, part of 4 for $5.00 deal - buy 4 boxes): $5.00
- Simple Truth Boneless Chicken Breasts (approx. 1 lb): $3.99
- Prego Pasta Sauce 24 oz (x1 jar): $1.59
- Home Chef St. Louis Style Ribs 2 lb (x1 pack): $13.99
- Private Selection Gourmet Potatoes 1.5 lb (x1 bag, part of 2 for $7.00 deal with corn already purchased): $0.00
- Sweet Baby Ray's Barbecue Sauce 18 oz (x1 bottle): $1.59
- Kroger Large Shrimp 31-40 ct 12 oz frozen (x1 bag): $7.00
- Simple Truth Italian Chicken Sausage 16 oz (x1 package): $4.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Garlic
- Salt and black pepper
- Cumin and chili powder (for taco bowls)
- Paprika
- Dried Italian seasoning or oregano
- Lime (for taco bowl salsa)
- Red pepper flakes (optional)