Kroger Kid-Friendly Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Boneless Pork Half Loin: $1.99/lb
- St. Louis Style Pork Ribs: $1.99/lb
- Private Selection Angus 80% Lean Beef: $3.10/lb
- Heritage Farm Boneless Chicken Breast: $1.99/lb
- Jimmy Dean Bacon: $4.99
- Johnsonville Smoked Sausage Party Pack: $4.99
- Jimmy Dean Breakfast Sausage Roll: $3.99
- Kroger Cooked or Raw Extra-Large Shrimp: $9.99/lb
- Kroger Chicken Party Wings: $2.00/lb
- Kroger Atlantic Salmon Fillet Portion: $12.99
- Boneless Chuck Roast: $5.99/lb
- Home Chef Chicken Tenders: $5.99
- Private Selection Angus Patties Frozen: $12.99
- Oscar Mayer Fun Pack Lunchables: $2.49
- Ball Park Buns: $1.99
- Perdue Frozen Chicken: $4.99

Vegetables on sale:
- Russet Potatoes: $1.99 (5 lb bag)
- Washington Rainier Cherries: $4.99/lb
- Private Selection Black Diamond Strawberries: $3.49
- Blueberries: $4.99
- Private Selection Red or Gold Gourmet Potatoes: $1.99

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Cheesy Beef Pasta Bake
Description: A cozy single-serving baked pasta dish using Kraft Mac and Cheese as the base, topped with seasoned ground beef and melted provolone cheese for a gooey, satisfying meal a kid will love. Everything bakes together in a small oven-safe dish so cleanup is easy and the cheesy pull factor is maximum fun.
Sale items used: Private Selection Angus 80% Lean Beef, Kraft Mac and Cheese, Sargento Provolone, McCormick Seasoning or Sauce, Pasta Sauce
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use roughly 1/4 lb ground beef, 1 box Kraft Mac and Cheese (single serving portion eaten now, remainder saved), 2 slices provolone, 1/4 cup pasta sauce, and a pinch of McCormick garlic or Italian seasoning
Recipes:
- Cheesy Beef Pasta Bake
- Cheesy Ground Beef Pasta Casserole
- Ground Beef Pasta Bake (Kid Friendly Dinner Recipe)

Tuesday
Meal: Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders with Potato Wedges
Description: Oven-baked Home Chef Chicken Tenders come out golden and crispy alongside russet potato wedges seasoned with a simple McCormick blend - a classic kid-approved plate that feels like a restaurant meal at home. Serve with a small side of ketchup or ranch for dipping to make it extra fun.
Sale items used: Home Chef Chicken Tenders, Russet Potatoes, McCormick Seasoning or Sauce, Land O Lakes Butter
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 to 3 chicken tenders from the package (freeze the rest), 1 medium russet potato cut into wedges, 1 teaspoon butter melted over the wedges, and your favorite dipping sauce from the pantry
Recipes:
- Baked Crispy Chicken Tenders with Sweet Potato Wedges
- Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders with Potato Wedges
- Oven-Fried Chicken with Roasted Potato Wedges

Wednesday
Meal: Classic Smash Burgers with Coleslaw
Description: A single juicy smash burger made with Angus ground beef pressed thin on a hot pan, topped with a slice of provolone and served on a Ball Park bun with a small scoop of creamy Kroger coleslaw on the side. Simple, familiar, and totally satisfying - kids love the melty cheese and soft bun combo.
Sale items used: Private Selection Angus 80% Lean Beef, Sargento Provolone, Ball Park Buns, Kroger Coleslaw, McCormick Seasoning or Sauce
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: Use 1/4 lb ground beef formed into a loose ball and smashed flat, 1 provolone slice, 1 bun, and about 1/2 cup coleslaw on the side - season the patty with just a pinch of salt and pepper
Recipes:
- Oklahoma Onion Burgers with Creamy BBQ Coleslaw
- Crispy Smash Burger Recipe (Lacy Edges, Juicy Center!)
- The Carolina Slaw Burger

Thursday
Meal: Smoked Sausage and Potato Sheet Pan Dinner
Description: Sliced Johnsonville Smoked Sausage roasts alongside cubed russet potatoes and a drizzle of butter on a single sheet pan, creating a hearty caramelized dinner with minimal cleanup. The smoky sausage flavor soaks into the tender potatoes making every bite savory and delicious - a kid crowd-pleaser with zero complicated flavors.
Sale items used: Johnsonville Smoked Sausage Party Pack, Russet Potatoes, Land O Lakes Butter, McCormick Seasoning or Sauce
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 to 3 sausage links sliced into coins (freeze remaining links), 1 medium russet potato cubed, 1 teaspoon melted butter, and a shake of McCormick garlic powder or all-purpose seasoning - roast at 400 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes
Recipes:
- Sheet Pan Smoked Sausage and Potatoes
- Sheet Pan Smoked Sausage and Potatoes (Only 5 Ingredients!)
- Crispy Sheet Pan Sausage and Potatoes Dinner

Friday
Meal: Fun Friday Pizza Roll Party with Dipping Sauce
Description: A generous single-serving plate of Totino's Pizza Rolls baked until crispy and bursting with cheesy filling, served with a small bowl of warm pasta sauce for dipping to turn snack time into a full mini-meal. Friday feels like a celebration when pizza rolls are involved - let the kid arrange them on the plate and dip to their heart's content.
Sale items used: Totino's Pizza Rolls, Pasta Sauce, Kroger Party Size Potato Chips
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: Bake 10 to 12 pizza rolls per serving according to package directions, warm 1/4 cup pasta sauce in a small bowl for dipping, and serve a small handful of chips on the side for a complete fun Friday plate
Recipes:
- Pepperoni Pizza Rolls with Marinara Dipping Sauce
- Ridiculously Good Ranch Pizza Dipping Sauce Recipe
- Pizza Rolls with dip

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Private Selection Angus 80% Lean Beef (approx. 3/4 lb for 2 uses): $2.33
- Home Chef Chicken Tenders: $5.99
- Johnsonville Smoked Sausage Party Pack: $4.99
- Kroger Coleslaw: $1.99
- Kraft Mac and Cheese: $2.49
- Sargento Provolone: $4.99
- Pasta Sauce: $2.99
- Ball Park Buns: $1.99
- Russet Potatoes (5 lb bag, used across multiple meals): $1.99
- McCormick Seasoning or Sauce: $0.99
- Totino's Pizza Rolls: $5.99
- Kroger Party Size Potato Chips: $1.99
- Land O Lakes Butter: $3.79

Pantry staples needed:
- Salt and black pepper
- Ketchup or ranch dressing (for dipping on Tuesday)
- Cooking spray or a small amount of neutral oil (for the smash burger pan and sheet pan)
- Foil or parchment paper (for easy sheet pan cleanup)

ESTIMATED TOTAL

Review of all "Buy on sale" items above:
$2.33 + $5.99 + $4.99 + $1.99 + $2.49 + $4.99 + $2.99 + $1.99 + $1.99 + $0.99 + $5.99 + $1.99 + $3.79 = $42.51

Total: $42.51 for 1 person | $42.51 per person

DISCLAIMER

Prices and availability are based on the national sales flyer and may vary by location. Check your local Kroger store for actual pricing.