Lidl Kid-Friendly Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Butcher's Specialty fresh grass-fed sirloin steak (8 oz.) - $5.99
- Butcher's Specialty fresh ground beef, 93% lean (21.3 oz.) - $5.99
- Congressional Seafood fresh catfish fillet - $6.99/lb
- Butcher's Specialty fresh chicken thighs, boneless/skinless - $2.99/lb
- Butcher's Specialty fresh ground chicken (16 oz.) - $2.99
- Smithfield fresh baby back ribs - $2.99/lb

Vegetables on sale:
- Green seedless grapes - $1.89/lb
- Honey mangos - $0.49 ea
- Gold kiwis (1 lb.) - $3.69
- Fuji apples (3 lb.) - $2.49
- Avocados (4 ct.) - $3.49
- Organic iceberg lettuce - $2.65 ea
- Sweetpops tomatoes (1.5 lb.) - $3.79/pk

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Cheesy Ground Beef Taco Bowls
Description: Seasoned ground beef is cooked with simple taco spices and served over rice in a bowl, topped with shredded cheese and a few grape tomatoes for color and freshness. This is a totally customizable, build-your-own style bowl that kids love assembling themselves. Use roughly one-third of the 21.3 oz. ground beef package for one serving, then freeze the rest in two portions for future use.
Sale items used: Butcher's Specialty fresh ground beef 93% lean ($5.99), Sweetpops tomatoes ($3.79/pk)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 6-7 oz. of ground beef for 1 serving. Serve over 1/2 cup cooked rice. Top with a small handful of halved grape tomatoes and 1-2 oz. shredded cheddar from pantry.
Recipes:
- Easy Ground Beef Taco Bowls
- Ground Beef Taco Bowl
- Ground Beef Taco Bowls

Tuesday
Meal: Baked Chicken Thigh Dinner with Apple Slices
Description: One boneless skinless chicken thigh is seasoned with salt, pepper, and a little garlic powder, then baked until juicy and golden - a simple, familiar flavor that kids always enjoy. Fresh Fuji apple slices on the side add a sweet and crunchy element that makes the plate feel fun and colorful.
Sale items used: Butcher's Specialty fresh chicken thighs boneless/skinless ($2.99/lb), Fuji apples 3 lb. ($2.49)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Buy approximately 0.5 lb. of chicken thighs for 1 serving (roughly 1-2 thighs). Slice 1/2 of one Fuji apple for the side. Pair with a simple pantry starch like rice or buttered bread.
Recipes:
- One-Pan Chicken Thighs with Apples
- Baked Chicken with Apples
- 1-Pan Apple Cider Chicken

Wednesday
Meal: Tortellini with Greek Tomato Sauce and String Cheese Melt
Description: One portion of cheese tortellini is boiled and tossed with the Eridanous Greek tomato sauce for a simple, saucy pasta dish kids will love. A string cheese stick is pulled apart and draped over the hot pasta right before serving so it melts into gooey, stretchy cheese - a fun and delicious finishing touch.
Sale items used: Tortellini 9 oz. ($1.99), Eridanous Greek tomato sauce 10.2 oz. ($2.29), Mozzarella string cheese 12 oz. ($2.49)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: Use the full 9 oz. tortellini package for 1 generous serving or save half for lunch the next day. Use roughly 1/3 to 1/2 of the tomato sauce jar. Top with 1 string cheese stick pulled into strips.
Recipes:
- Quick Cheese Tortellini with Tomato Cream Sauce Recipe
- Cheese Tortellini with Quick Tomato Sauce
- Creamy Tomato Tortellini

Thursday
Meal: Crispy Baked Catfish Strips with Grapes and Tomatoes
Description: One catfish fillet is cut into strips, coated in seasoned breadcrumbs, and baked until golden and crispy - a kid-friendly take on fish sticks that is much tastier than the frozen version. A simple side of fresh green grapes and halved Sweetpops tomatoes makes a bright, no-cook side that balances the meal perfectly.
Sale items used: Congressional Seafood fresh catfish fillet ($6.99/lb), Green seedless grapes ($1.89/lb), Sweetpops tomatoes ($3.79/pk)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Buy approximately 0.4 to 0.5 lb. of catfish (about one small fillet) for 1 serving. Serve with a small bunch of grapes (roughly 1/2 cup) and 4-5 halved tomatoes on the side.
Recipes:
- Crispy Oven Baked Catfish
- Louisiana-Style Crispy Oven Fried Catfish
- Crispy Baked Catfish Recipe

Friday
Meal: Friday Night Pizza Night with Red Baron Pizza and Fruit Skewers
Description: A Red Baron frozen pizza is baked up hot and cheesy for a classic Friday night treat that kids absolutely love, requiring zero fuss and delivering big smiles. Simple fruit skewers made from grapes, apple chunks, and mango cubes are threaded onto toothpicks or small skewers for a fun, colorful, and sweet side that makes the meal feel like a celebration.
Sale items used: Red Baron pizza 17.89-21.06 oz. ($2.99), Green seedless grapes ($1.89/lb), Fuji apples 3 lb. ($2.49), Honey mangos ($0.49 ea)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Bake the full Red Baron pizza and eat 1/3 to 1/2 for dinner (save remaining slices for next day lunch). Make 2-3 small fruit skewers using a small handful of grapes, 1/4 apple diced, and chunks from 1/2 of one honey mango.
Recipes:
- Favorite Fruit Sticks
- Easy Fruit Kebabs
- Rainbow Fruit Skewers for Kids

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Butcher's Specialty fresh ground beef 93% lean (21.3 oz.) - $5.99 - use 1/3 now, freeze the rest in 2 portions
- Butcher's Specialty fresh chicken thighs boneless/skinless - buy approx. 0.5 lb. - est. $1.50
- Congressional Seafood fresh catfish fillet - buy approx. 0.5 lb. - est. $3.50
- Tortellini 9 oz. - $1.99
- Eridanous Greek tomato sauce 10.2 oz. - $2.29
- Mozzarella string cheese 12 oz. - $2.49
- Red Baron pizza (1 box) - $2.99
- Sweetpops tomatoes 1.5 lb. pk - $3.79
- Green seedless grapes - buy approx. 0.5 lb. - est. $0.95
- Fuji apples 3 lb. bag - $2.49
- Honey mango (1 ea.) - $0.49

Pantry staples needed:
- White or brown rice (about 1 cup dry) - for taco bowls and chicken dinner sides
- Taco seasoning packet or individual spices (cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder)
- Shredded cheddar cheese (small bag) - for taco bowls
- Breadcrumbs (plain or Italian seasoned) - for catfish strips
- Salt, black pepper, garlic powder - basic seasoning throughout the week
- Olive oil or cooking spray - for baking chicken and catfish
- 1 egg - for coating catfish strips in the breading process
- Toothpicks or small skewers - for Friday fruit skewers

DISCLAIMER

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