Lidl Kid-Friendly Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Fresh ground beef, 80% lean: $8.99
- Smithfield fresh baby back ribs: $2.99
- Fresh boneless/skinless chicken breast, thin sliced: $2.99
- Fresh grass-fed sirloin steak: $5.99
- Fresh jumbo shrimp, peeled & deveined: $7.49
- Singing River frozen chicken wing sections: $8.99
- Lidl Preferred Selection frozen jumbo wild caught sea scallops: $12.99
- Sabrett natural casing beef frankfurters: $5.99
- Foster Farms frozen corn dogs: $6.99
- Ocean Sea frozen seafood boil: $28.99
- Ocean Sea frozen Atlantic salmon, skinless center cut portion: $19.99
- SeaPak frozen jumbo butterfly shrimp: $5.99
- SeaPak frozen crispy calamari rings: $5.99
- Butcher's Specialty fresh whole chicken: $1.29

Vegetables on sale:
- Corn, 4 pack: $1.99
- Raspberries: $1.99
- Nectarines: $2.49
- Long English cucumber: $0.79
- Tomatoes on the vine: $1.49
- Organic Vidalia onions: $3.99
- Cotton Candy grapes: $2.99

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Classic Smash Burgers with Fries and Pickles
Description: Juicy ground beef patties smashed onto a hot griddle and served on soft brioche buns with ketchup, pickles, and shredded cheese - a true kid crowd-pleaser. Crispy shoestring fries on the side make this feel like a fun restaurant night at home.
Sale items used: Fresh ground beef 80% lean ($8.99), Brioche hamburger buns ($2.99), Deli shredded cheese 2 for $5.00 ($2.50 for one pack), Hamburger dill pickle chips ($1.99), Tomato ketchup ($0.99), Frozen shoestring French fried potatoes ($2.79)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 1.5 lbs of ground beef to make 4 quarter-pound patties. Split the pack of brioche buns (use 4 buns). Bake one full bag of fries for the table. Set out ketchup and pickles for self-serve topping.
Recipes:
- Sheet Pan Smashburger Fries
- American Smash Burger with Fries
- Smash Burger Fries

Tuesday
Meal: Honey-Sauced Chicken Breast Pasta Bowls
Description: Thin-sliced chicken breast cooked quickly in a pan and tossed with Barilla Protein+ pasta, Sweet Baby Ray's barbecue sauce, and melted cheese for a sweet and savory dinner kids will devour. Sliced cucumber and tomatoes on the vine on the side add a fresh, easy veggie option.
Sale items used: Fresh boneless/skinless chicken breast thin sliced ($2.99), Barilla Protein+ pasta ($2.52), Sweet Baby Ray's barbecue sauce ($1.79), Deli shredded cheese 2 for $5.00 ($2.50 for one pack), Long English cucumber ($0.79), Tomatoes on the vine ($1.49)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Cook the full box of pasta for 4 servings. Use all of the chicken breast package sliced into strips. Slice the full cucumber and 2-3 tomatoes into kid-friendly rounds for the side plate.
Recipes:
- Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Pasta
- Honey Garlic Chicken Pasta
- Honey Lemon Chicken Pasta

Wednesday
Meal: Foster Farms Corn Dog Night with Baked Beans and Corn
Description: A guaranteed kid-favorite with crispy corn dogs straight from the oven served alongside warm baked beans and fresh boiled corn on the cob - simple, nostalgic, and totally fun. This is a low-effort weeknight win that kids aged 5 to 12 will absolutely love.
Sale items used: Foster Farms frozen corn dogs ($6.99), Baked beans ($0.99), Corn 4 pack ($1.99), Tomato ketchup ($0.99), Sweet Baby Ray's barbecue sauce ($1.79)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Bake 2 corn dogs per child or adult depending on hunger (the box typically contains 8-16 pieces). Open and heat one can of baked beans for the group. Boil all 4 ears of corn, one per person.
Recipes:
- Mexican Corn Dogs
- Chicago Style Corn Dogs
- 5 Ways to Jazz Up a Foster Farms Corn Dog

Thursday
Meal: Saucy Baby Back Ribs with Chips and Salsa
Description: Fall-off-the-bone baby back ribs slow-baked in the oven and finished with Sweet Baby Ray's barbecue sauce make a fun, hands-on dinner that kids love to eat with their fingers. Serve with wavy potato chips and salsa on the side for an easy, festive spread.
Sale items used: Smithfield fresh baby back ribs ($2.99), Sweet Baby Ray's barbecue sauce ($1.79), Duke's BBQ sauce 2 for $2.97 ($1.49), Snack Day wavy potato chips ($1.99), Mateo's gourmet salsa ($3.99)
Prep time: 15 minutes active, 2.5 hours oven time
Serving note: One rack of baby back ribs typically serves 3-4 people. Buy 1-2 racks depending on size and appetite. Lay out a big bag of chips and the full jar of salsa as the side. Set out plenty of napkins - this is a messy, fun meal.
Recipes:
- Salsa BBQ Sauce Baby Back Ribs
- Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs
- Copycat Chili's Baby Back Ribs

Friday
Meal: Taco Pizza Roll Party Night with Guacamole and Grapes
Description: Frozen taco pizza rolls baked golden and crispy are the ultimate Friday night kid dinner, served with guacamole for dipping and a fresh bowl of Cotton Candy grapes on the side. This low-effort meal feels like a party and is perfect for ending the school week on a high note.
Sale items used: Frozen taco pizza rolls ($3.99), Guacamole 2 for $4.00 ($2.00 for one container), Mateo's gourmet salsa ($3.99 - shared from Thursday or buy a second), Cotton Candy grapes ($2.99), Daisy sour cream 2 for $4.00 ($2.00 for one container)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Bake the full bag of taco pizza rolls and split evenly among 4 plates (approximately 8-10 rolls per person depending on bag size). Set guacamole, salsa, and sour cream in small bowls as dipping stations. Place a big bowl of Cotton Candy grapes in the center of the table.
Recipes:
- Taco Pizza Rolls
- Easy Taco Pizza Rolls
- Cheesy Taco Pizza Rolls Recipe

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh ground beef 80% lean: $8.99
- Smithfield fresh baby back ribs (1 to 2 racks): $2.99 to $5.98
- Fresh boneless/skinless chicken breast thin sliced: $2.99
- Foster Farms frozen corn dogs: $6.99
- Frozen taco pizza rolls: $3.99
- Brioche hamburger buns: $2.99
- Barilla Protein+ pasta: $2.52
- Deli shredded cheese (1 pack from 2 for $5.00 deal): $2.50
- Frozen shoestring French fried potatoes: $2.79
- Corn 4 pack: $1.99
- Tomatoes on the vine: $1.49
- Long English cucumber: $0.79
- Cotton Candy grapes: $2.99
- Baked beans: $0.99
- Tomato ketchup: $0.99
- Hamburger dill pickle chips: $1.99
- Sweet Baby Ray's barbecue sauce: $1.79
- Duke's BBQ sauce (2 for $2.97 deal): $2.97
- Mateo's gourmet salsa: $3.99
- Guacamole (1 container from 2 for $4.00 deal): $2.00
- Daisy sour cream (1 container from 2 for $4.00 deal): $2.00
- Snack Day wavy potato chips: $1.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Salt and black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Butter (for corn and pasta)
- Cooking oil or non-stick spray (for griddle and baking)
- Aluminum foil (for ribs)
- Paper towels and extra napkins for ribs night

ESTIMATED TOTAL

Review of all "Buy on sale" items listed above:
$8.99 + $5.98 + $2.99 + $6.99 + $3.99 + $2.99 + $2.52 + $2.50 + $2.79 + $1.99 + $1.49 + $0.79 + $2.99 + $0.99 + $0.99 + $1.99 + $1.79 + $2.97 + $3.99 + $2.00 + $2.00 + $1.99 = $72.70

Total: $72.70 for 4 people | $18.18 per person

DISCLAIMER

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