Kroger Gluten-Free Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Whole Beef Brisket: $2.99/lb
- Pork Back Ribs: Buy 1, Get 1 Free
- Pork Boston Butt: Buy 1, Get 1 Free
- Private Selection Angus Patties: $10
- Private Selection 80% Lean Ground Chuck: $7
- Home Chef St. Louis Style Ribs: $13.99
- Jumbo EZ Peel Shrimp: $7.99/lb
- Eastern Seas Sea Scallops: $12
- Private Selection Wildflower Honey Turkey Breast: $11.99/lb
- Smithfield Bacon: $2.99
- Simple Truth Natural Turkey Burgers: $9.99
- Simple Truth Chicken Dinner Sausage: $4.99
- Boneless Ribeye Steaks: $14.99/lb
- Amylu Chicken Sausage: $5
- Perdue Boneless Chicken: Buy 1, Get 1 Free

Vegetables on sale:
- Asparagus: $2.99/lb
- Red, Orange or Yellow Bell Peppers: 3/$5
- Kroger Sweet Corn or Baker Russet Potatoes: 2/$7
- Kroger Shredded Iceberg Lettuce: $1.99

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Slow-Roasted BBQ Beef Brisket with Russet Potatoes
Description: Tender, juicy whole beef brisket rubbed with smoky spices and slow-roasted low and slow in the oven, then finished with Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ sauce for a caramelized, sticky glaze. Served alongside golden roasted Baker Russet potato wedges for a hearty, satisfying gluten-free dinner.
Sale items used: Whole Beef Brisket ($2.99/lb), Baker Russet Potatoes (2/$7), Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ Sauce (BOGO Free), Kerrygold Butter ($3.49)
Prep time: 20 minutes active (plus 6-8 hours slow roasting)
Serving note: Purchase the smallest brisket available (2-3 lbs minimum - freeze leftovers for later meals). Use 1 medium russet potato, sliced into wedges, rubbed with butter or olive oil, salt, and pepper. Use 2-3 tablespoons of BBQ sauce for glazing. Note: Sweet Baby Ray's Original is gluten-free - always confirm on the label.
Recipes:
- [Gluten-Free Texas-Style Beef Brisket]
- [The Best Gluten-Free Beef Brisket Recipe]
- [Slow Cooker Beef Brisket - Gluten Free Homestead]

Tuesday
Meal: Seared Sea Scallops with Asparagus and Lemon Butter
Description: Golden-seared Eastern Seas sea scallops are pan-seared in Kerrygold butter to a gorgeous caramelized crust, then plated over tender-crisp fresh asparagus with a squeeze of lemon. This elegant, restaurant-quality gluten-free dinner comes together in under 20 minutes.
Sale items used: Eastern Seas Sea Scallops ($12), Asparagus ($2.99/lb), Kerrygold Butter ($3.49)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 4-5 large scallops (approximately 6 oz), 6-8 asparagus spears, and 1 tablespoon of Kerrygold butter for searing. Pat scallops completely dry with paper towels before searing - this is essential for a proper golden crust. Add salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice to finish.
Recipes:
- [Easy 20-Minute Lemon Garlic Scallops and Asparagus]
- [Sauteed Scallops with Asparagus Puree - Food Network]
- [Gluten Free Scallop Risotto with Asparagus]

Wednesday
Meal: Cajun Sheet Pan Shrimp with Roasted Russet Potatoes and Bell Peppers
Description: Jumbo EZ Peel shrimp are tossed in bold Cajun-inspired spices alongside russet potato cubes and colorful bell peppers, all roasted together on a single sheet pan for a vibrant, flavor-packed weeknight dinner. Everything cooks at different intervals to ensure perfectly crispy potatoes and tender, non-rubbery shrimp.
Sale items used: Jumbo EZ Peel Shrimp ($7.99/lb), Baker Russet Potatoes (2/$7), Red/Orange/Yellow Bell Peppers (3/$5), Kerrygold Butter ($3.49)
Prep time: 15 minutes active, 35-40 minutes total
Serving note: Use approximately 6 oz (8-10 jumbo shrimp) for 1 serving, 1 medium russet potato cubed, and 1/2 of one bell pepper sliced. Peel and devein the EZ Peel shrimp before seasoning. Season with paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, salt, and olive oil - all naturally gluten-free spices.
Recipes:
- [Lemon Cajun Sheet Pan Shrimp with Vegetables and Potatoes]
- [Garlic Roasted Shrimp and Potatoes]
- [Sheet Pan Shrimp with Broccoli, Potatoes, and a Garlic Herb Marinade]

Thursday
Meal: Chicken Sausage, Bell Pepper, and Rice Skillet
Description: Simple Truth Chicken Dinner Sausage links are sliced and browned in a cast-iron skillet, then combined with colorful bell peppers and fluffy white rice in a savory tomato-based sauce for a one-pan comfort meal. This hearty, gluten-free dinner is ready in about 30 minutes and bursts with smoky, savory flavor.
Sale items used: Simple Truth Chicken Dinner Sausage ($4.99), Red/Orange/Yellow Bell Peppers (3/$5), Kroger Cheese ($1.49 - optional topping, check label for GF)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 chicken sausage links, 1/2 of one bell pepper sliced, and 1/3 cup dry white rice (yielding about 1 cup cooked). Check the Simple Truth Chicken Dinner Sausage label to confirm it is certified gluten-free, as sausage casings and fillers can sometimes contain hidden gluten. Serve with a sprinkle of Kroger cheese on top if desired.
Recipes:
- Sausage, Peppers, and Rice Skillet ([One Pot Meal)]
- [Easy Sausage and Rice Skillet Recipe]
- Easy Dirty Rice with Sausage ([Gluten-Free)]

Friday
Meal: Oven-Baked BBQ Pork Back Ribs with Roasted Potato Wedges
Description: The BOGO pork back ribs are coated in a smoky-sweet dry rub made from pantry spices, then wrapped in foil and slow-baked in the oven until fall-off-the-bone tender, before being finished with a brush of Sweet Baby Ray's gluten-free BBQ sauce. Served alongside crispy roasted russet potato wedges, this is the ultimate gluten-free Friday night feast.
Sale items used: Pork Back Ribs (Buy 1 Get 1 Free), Baker Russet Potatoes (2/$7), Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ Sauce (BOGO Free), Kerrygold Butter ($3.49)
Prep time: 20 minutes active, 2.5-3 hours total (oven baking)
Serving note: Purchase one rack of ribs (the second is free - freeze it for a future week). Cut approximately 4-5 ribs for a single serving and wrap tightly in foil. Use 1 medium russet potato sliced into wedges, tossed with butter, salt, and pepper. Always verify your dry rub spices and BBQ sauce are certified gluten-free.
Recipes:
- [Gluten-Free BBQ Pork Ribs in the Oven]
- Easy Oven BBQ Ribs ([Gluten-Free)]
- [Low and Slow Rubbed Ribs]

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale this week at Kroger:
- Whole Beef Brisket - smallest available (2-3 lbs, freeze portions): ~$6-9 total
- Eastern Seas Sea Scallops (1 package): $12
- Jumbo EZ Peel Shrimp (approx. 0.4 lb for 1 serving): ~$3.20
- Pork Back Ribs (Buy 1 Get 1 Free - freeze one rack): ~$10-14 for both
- Simple Truth Chicken Dinner Sausage (1 package): $4.99
- Baker Russet Potatoes (2-pack bag): $3.50 (half of 2/$7)
- Asparagus (0.5 lb): ~$1.50
- Red, Orange, or Yellow Bell Peppers (3 pack): $5
- Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ Sauce (Buy 1 Get 1 Free): price of 1 bottle
- Kerrygold Butter (1 package): $3.49
- Kroger Cheese (optional): $1.49

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil (for roasting and searing)
- White rice (1 cup for Thursday's skillet meal)
- Paprika (smoked or sweet - for ribs, shrimp, and chicken sausage dishes)
- Garlic powder (for multiple meals)
- Onion powder (for shrimp and potatoes)
- Cayenne pepper (for ribs and shrimp)
- Ground black pepper and kosher salt
- Brown sugar (small amount for dry rub on ribs)
- Cumin (for shrimp rub)
- Dried thyme or oregano (optional for potatoes)
- Lemon (1 fresh lemon for scallops and shrimp)
- Chicken broth (low-sodium, certified gluten-free - for Thursday's rice skillet)
- Tomato paste (small can - for Thursday's rice skillet)
- Aluminum foil (for brisket and ribs - Reynolds Wrap is on sale for $4.49)

DISCLAIMER

Prices and availability are based on the national sales flyer and may vary by location. Check your local Kroger store for actual pricing. Always read ingredient labels carefully on all products - particularly BBQ sauces, chicken sausages, seasonings, and broths - to confirm they are certified gluten-free, as formulations can change. Individuals with celiac disease should take extra care to verify every product used.