Kroger Low-Carb Meal Plan

BUDGET RATIONALE

Why these meals: The backbone of this week is the Perdue chicken thighs at $1.29/lb and the boneless pork loin at $1.99/lb, two of the best protein values on any flyer and both perfectly suited to low-carb cooking. Smithfield Bacon paired with eggs from the digital coupon deal rounds out a third very affordable night, keeping three of the five dinners well under $2 per person in protein alone. The Simple Truth Italian Chicken Sausage and Springer Mountain Boneless Chicken Breasts fill out the remaining economical nights with great flavor variety. The shrimp at $7.99/lb is the clear premium choice this week - it is the most expensive protein per serving but is the only true splurge, and a 2 lb bag at that price is still a reasonable Friday treat. The Simple Truth Organic 90% Lean Ground Beef at $25.00 for 3 lbs was deliberately skipped because that flat price inflates the per-serving cost far above the Angus Ground Chuck, making it a poor value even though it appears on the flyer. The Kroger Tri-Color Peppers at $6.00 for 6 peppers add color and crunch across multiple nights without adding meaningful carbs, and the Kroger Steamable Vegetables at 2 for $3.00 are a low-carb side bargain that keeps the total in check.

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Boneless Pork Loin Steaks with Sauteed Tri-Color Peppers
Description: Thick-cut slices from the boneless pork half loin are seasoned with garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper, then seared in a hot skillet until golden and cooked through. Sliced tri-color peppers are sauteed in the same pan with olive oil and a splash of apple cider vinegar, creating a bright, savory side that keeps net carbs well under 10g per serving.
Sale items used: Boneless Pork Half Loin, Kroger Tri-Color Peppers (6 ct)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 2 lbs of Boneless Pork Half Loin; slice into 4 equal steaks of about 8 oz each. Use 3 peppers from the 6 ct pack (reserve remaining 3 for Wednesday). One 6 ct pack of Kroger Tri-Color Peppers purchased.
Recipes:
- 3 Pepper Pork Tenderloin Medallions Skillet Dinner - low carb, 30 minutes

Tuesday
Meal: Baked Perdue Chicken Thighs with Garlic Butter and Kroger Steamable Broccoli
Description: Bone-in Perdue chicken thighs are coated in a garlic-herb butter mixture and baked at 425 degrees until the skin is crispy and the meat is cooked through to 165 degrees. A bag of Kroger Steamable Vegetables serves as a quick, no-fuss low-carb side that comes together in the microwave while the chicken rests.
Sale items used: Perdue Chicken Drumsticks or Thighs (or Wings), Kroger Steamable Vegetables (Frozen, 10-12 oz)
Prep time: 45 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 2.5 lbs of Perdue Chicken Thighs; plan on 2 to 3 thighs per person depending on size. Use 1 bag of Kroger Steamable Vegetables for the side. Two bags of Kroger Steamable Vegetables purchased total (one used Tuesday, one used Thursday).
Recipes:
- Keto Honey Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Broccoli
- Low Carb Baked Garlic Chicken Thighs

Wednesday
Meal: Skillet-Browned Angus Ground Chuck Stuffed Tri-Color Peppers (No Rice)
Description: Private Selection Angus 80% Lean Ground Chuck is browned with onion, garlic, cumin, and chili powder, then spooned into halved tri-color peppers and topped with shredded Kroger Cheese before finishing under the broiler until bubbly. This low-carb take on stuffed peppers skips the rice entirely and lets the seasoned beef and melted cheese carry the dish.
Sale items used: Private Selection Angus 80% Lean Ground Chuck (16 oz), Kroger Tri-Color Peppers (6 ct) (remaining 3 from Monday's pack), 32 oz Kroger Cheese (Select Varieties)
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 packs (2 lbs total) of Private Selection Angus 80% Lean Ground Chuck. Use the remaining 3 peppers from the 6 ct pack purchased Monday; halve them for 6 pepper halves, 1.5 halves per person. Use approximately 6 oz of shredded Kroger Cheese from the 32 oz block purchased this week (remainder used Friday).
Recipes:
- Keto Ground Beef Stuffed Peppers without Rice (Recipe + VIDEO)
- Low Carb Stuffed Peppers without Rice Make Healthy Easy!
- Ground Beef Stuffed Peppers without Rice (Keto and Low Carb)

Thursday
Meal: Simple Truth Italian Chicken Sausage and Egg Scramble with Steamable Vegetables
Description: Simple Truth Italian Chicken Sausage is sliced and browned in a skillet, then combined with beaten eggs and the remaining Kroger Steamable Vegetables for a hearty, protein-packed skillet dinner. Finished with a sprinkle of Athenos Feta Cheese, this one-pan meal delivers bold Italian-herb flavor with minimal cleanup and under 8g net carbs per serving.
Sale items used: Simple Truth Italian Chicken Sausage (16 oz), Kroger Eggs (18 ct, Large, Grade A), Kroger Steamable Vegetables (Frozen, 10-12 oz), Athenos Feta Cheese (Select Varieties, 5-5 oz, In the Deli)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 packs of Simple Truth Italian Chicken Sausage (2 lbs total). Use 8 eggs from the 18 ct pack of Kroger Eggs (remainder available for breakfasts). Use the second bag of Kroger Steamable Vegetables from Tuesday's purchase. Crumble approximately half the 5 oz pack of Athenos Feta Cheese over the top.
Recipes:
- Veggie & Sausage Low-Carb Egg Scramble

Friday
Meal: Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Large Peeled and Deveined Shrimp with Feta and Strawberry Side Salad
Description: Large Peeled and Deveined Shrimp are patted dry, seasoned with garlic, red pepper flakes, and black pepper, then seared in a hot skillet with butter until pink and slightly caramelized at the edges. Served alongside a simple salad of fresh strawberries, remaining Athenos Feta Cheese, and baby spinach dressed with olive oil and lemon juice for a bright, low-carb finish to the week.
Sale items used: Large Peeled & Deveined Shrimp 31-40 ct (2 lb bag), Athenos Feta Cheese (Select Varieties, 5-5 oz, In the Deli) (remaining half from Thursday), Strawberries (16 oz), 32 oz Kroger Cheese (Select Varieties)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Purchase 1 bag (2 lbs) of Large Peeled and Deveined Shrimp; at 31-40 ct per lb that yields roughly 62-80 shrimp, about 15-20 shrimp per person. Use the remaining half of the Athenos Feta Cheese from Thursday. Use 1 pack of Strawberries (16 oz); slice and divide evenly among 4 salad plates. Use approximately 4 oz of Kroger Cheese from the block purchased Wednesday if desired as an additional garnish.
Recipes:
- Garlic Butter Shrimp - One-Pan, 20-Minute Meal

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Boneless Pork Half Loin (2 lbs): $3.98
- Perdue Chicken Drumsticks or Thighs (or Wings) (2.5 lbs): $3.23
- Kroger Tri-Color Peppers (6 ct) (x1 pack): $6.00
- Kroger Steamable Vegetables (Frozen, 10-12 oz) (x2 bags): $3.00
- Private Selection Angus 80% Lean Ground Chuck (16 oz) (x2 packs): $13.98
- 32 oz Kroger Cheese (Select Varieties) (x1 pack): $5.49
- Simple Truth Italian Chicken Sausage (16 oz) (x2 packs): $9.98
- Kroger Eggs (18 ct, Large, Grade A) (x1 pack): $1.99
- Athenos Feta Cheese (Select Varieties, 5-5 oz, In the Deli) (x1 pack): $4.99
- Large Peeled & Deveined Shrimp 31-40 ct (2 lb bag) (2 lbs): $15.98
- Strawberries (16 oz) (x1 pack): $2.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Butter
- Garlic (fresh or powder)
- Smoked paprika
- Cumin
- Chili powder
- Red pepper flakes
- Black pepper
- Salt
- Apple cider vinegar
- Lemon juice
- Baby spinach (fresh, not on sale this week - pick up from regular shelf)