Kroger Standard Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Braised Beef Brisket with Onions and Roasted Petite Spudling Potatoes
Description: A small piece of brisket is slowly braised with sweet onions until fork-tender, then served with crisp roasted baby potatoes. The pan juices make a rich sauce, and the leftovers are great for another lunch.
Sale items used: Beef Brisket, Yellow Onions, Petite Spudling Potatoes
Prep time: 20 minutes active, about 3 hours total
Serving note: Use 0.75 lb brisket (assumed total weight), 1 medium onion (about 0.5 lb), and about 1/3 of the potato bag (roughly 6 oz). Braise at 300F for 2.5 to 3 hours. Make-ahead tip: braise the brisket a day early and reheat in its juices; roast the potatoes at 425F for 30 minutes while it warms. Save the remaining potatoes for later in the week.
Recipes:
- Braised Beef Brisket with Roasted Potatoes
- Braised Brisket with Root Vegetables Recipe
- Braised Brisket

Tuesday
Meal: Smoky Sausage and Pepper Skillet with Barilla Pasta
Description: Sliced sausage is browned with sweet peppers and onion in a smoky skillet and tossed with hot pasta. It is a fast, one-pan dinner with big flavor.
Sale items used: Kroger Dinner Sausage Links, Kroger Mini Sweet Peppers, Barilla Pasta, Yellow Onions
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use about 1/3 of the sausage pack (2 to 3 links, about 4 oz), 1 cup sliced mini sweet peppers, 1/4 onion left from Monday, and 3 oz dry pasta. Season with smoked paprika, garlic, and a splash of pasta water. Freeze or save the remaining sausage and peppers for other meals.
Recipes:
- Smoked Sausage and Pepper Pasta Skillet
- Smoked Sausage Pasta
- SMOKED SAUSAGE, PEPPERS AND PASTA SKILLET

Wednesday
Meal: Oven-Baked Tyson Family Pack Frozen Chicken with Birds Eye Steamfresh Vegetables
Description: Frozen chicken pieces are seasoned and baked until golden and juicy, then served alongside steamed vegetables. A pat of butter melts over the veggies for an easy weeknight plate.
Sale items used: Tyson Family Pack Frozen Chicken, Birds Eye Steamfresh Vegetables, Kroger Butter
Prep time: 10 minutes active, about 55 minutes total
Serving note: Bake 2 to 3 pieces (about 6 to 8 oz) straight from frozen at 400F for 45 to 55 minutes, until 165F inside. Steam 1 bag of vegetables per the package and top with 1 tsp butter. Return the rest of the chicken to the freezer for future meals.
Recipes:
- Frozen Chicken Tender Sheet Pan Dinner
- Sheet Pan Chicken with Veggies and Chimichurri Sauce
- Chicken and Vegetables Sheet-Pan Meal Recipe

Thursday
Meal: Pan-Seared Atlantic Salmon with Avocado and Salad Kit
Description: A crisp-skinned salmon fillet is served over a fresh salad kit with creamy sliced avocado. It is light, bright, and ready in minutes.
Sale items used: Fresh Atlantic Salmon Fillets, Large Avocado, Private Selection Salad Kit, Kroger Butter
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: Use one 0.4 lb fillet (assumed total weight), half of the 2-for-$3 avocado purchase (buy 2 and use one today, one for Friday's burger), and the full salad kit, or half and save the rest for tomorrow. Sear in 1 tsp butter or oil for 4 minutes per side.
Recipes:
- Salmon Avocado Salad
- Pan Seared Salmon with Chunky Avocado Salad
- Pan Seared Salmon With Avocado Salsa

Friday
Meal: Smashed Lean Beef Burgers on Kroger Buns with Cheese
Description: Two thin patties are smashed on a hot skillet for crispy edges and topped with melty cheese on a soft bun. Sliced avocado and onion finish it off.
Sale items used: Kroger 93% Lean Ground Beef, Kroger Buns, Kroger Mexican Style Blend Cheese, Yellow Onions, Large Avocado
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: Use 1/3 lb of the ground beef (assumed from the 1 lb pack), 1 bun, 1/4 cup shredded cheese, a few onion slices, and the second avocado. Smash two 2-oz balls on a very hot skillet for about 2 minutes per side. Freeze the remaining beef and buns.
Recipes:
- Smashed Beef Burgers and Sauce Recipe
- Smash Burger Recipe (THE Best-Ever)
- The Best Smash Burgers [How To]

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Beef Brisket (0.75 lb): $2.99
- Petite Spudling Potatoes (x1): $3.99
- Yellow Onions (1 lb): $1.19
- Kroger Dinner Sausage Links (x1): $3.99
- Kroger Mini Sweet Peppers (x1): $6.00
- Barilla Pasta (x1): $1.39
- Tyson Family Pack Frozen Chicken (x1): $8.00
- Birds Eye Steamfresh Vegetables (x1): $1.79
- Fresh Atlantic Salmon Fillets (0.4 lb): $3.60
- Large Avocado (x2): $3.00
- Private Selection Salad Kit (x1): $3.99
- Kroger 93% Lean Ground Beef (x1 lb): $8.99
- Kroger Buns (x1): $1.79
- Kroger Mexican Style Blend Cheese (x1): $2.00
- Kroger Butter (x1): $2.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil or cooking oil
- Salt and black pepper
- Smoked paprika
- Garlic
- Thyme
- Beef broth or water for braising
- Salad dressing (if not included in kit)
- Chicken seasoning of choice