Lidl Standard Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Bone-In Chicken Thighs with Orzo and Greek Tomato Sauce
Description: Crispy-skinned bone-in chicken thighs are seared golden and finished in a bright Greek tomato sauce, served over tender orzo for a satisfying weeknight dinner for two. The combination of savory pan drippings and herby tomato sauce makes this a deeply flavorful, restaurant-quality meal at a fraction of the cost.
Sale items used: Fresh bone-in chicken thighs ($0.99/lb), Eridanous orzo pasta ($1.09), Eridanous Greek tomato sauce ($2.29)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1.5 lbs of bone-in chicken thighs (about 3 to 4 thighs) at $0.99/lb for a total of $1.49; cook 1 cup dry orzo for two generous portions; use half the jar of Greek tomato sauce and save the rest for the week.
Recipes:
- One Pot Chicken and Orzo
- One Pot Greek Chicken and Orzo

Tuesday
Meal: Sauteed Dulano Chicken Sausage with Marinated Roasted Red Peppers and Spaghetti
Description: Sliced Dulano chicken sausage is sauteed until caramelized and tossed with sweet marinated roasted red peppers and thin spaghetti in a simple pan sauce for two. This quick, colorful dish comes together in under 30 minutes and delivers bold Mediterranean flavor with minimal effort.
Sale items used: Dulano chicken sausage ($1.99), Eridanous marinated roasted red peppers ($2.99), Combino thin spaghetti ($0.98)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: One pack of Dulano chicken sausage is ideal for two people; use about half the jar of roasted red peppers; cook 6 oz of thin spaghetti for two servings; the remaining spaghetti stores well for Thursday's meal.

Wednesday
Meal: Braised Boneless Country Style Ribs with Vidalia Onions and Avocado Salad
Description: Tender boneless country style ribs are slowly braised with sweet Vidalia onions until fall-apart soft, served alongside a fresh avocado salad with spring mix and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar. This hearty midweek meal balances rich braised pork with a bright, creamy salad for a well-rounded plate for two.
Sale items used: Fresh boneless country style ribs ($2.99), Vidalia onions ($2.69 for 3 lb bag), Avocados ($3.49 for 4 ct), Organic spring mix ($2.99), Lidl Preferred Selection aged balsamic vinegar of Modena ($4.85)
Prep time: 75 minutes
Serving note: One package of boneless country style ribs is appropriately sized for two people; use 1 large Vidalia onion from the bag (the rest keep well all week); use 2 avocados from the 4-count pack; make-ahead tip - start the braise 30 minutes earlier or braise on the stovetop covered on low while you prep the salad; the balsamic vinegar will be used again on Friday's salad.

Thursday
Meal: Skillet Ground Turkey with Feta, Sundried Tomatoes, and Capers over Spaghetti
Description: Lean ground turkey is browned in a skillet and tossed with crumbled barrel-aged feta, tangy sundried tomatoes, and briny capers, then served over thin spaghetti for a bold and satisfying dinner for two. This Mediterranean-inspired skillet meal is fast, filling, and packed with contrasting flavors that make it feel far more indulgent than its price tag suggests.
Sale items used: Fresh ground turkey 85% lean ($3.99), Eridanous barrel aged feta cheese in brine ($6.99), Eridanous sundried tomatoes in brine ($2.49), Eridanous capers ($1.29), Combino thin spaghetti (already purchased Tuesday)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: One pack of ground turkey (typically 1 lb) is perfect for two; crumble about 2 oz of feta over each bowl; use 2 to 3 tablespoons of sundried tomatoes and 1 tablespoon of capers; finish the remaining spaghetti from Tuesday's purchase.
Recipes:
- Greek Pasta (Easy One Pot Recipe)
- Greek Ground Turkey

Friday
Meal: Seared Fresh Sea Scallops and Shrimp with Halloumi and Spring Mix Salad
Description: Plump sea scallops and shrimp are seared in a hot skillet until golden and served alongside pan-grilled halloumi over a bed of fresh spring mix with avocado and a balsamic drizzle for an elegant end-of-week dinner for two. This dish feels like a special occasion meal but comes together in under 30 minutes thanks to the quick-cooking proteins and simple salad assembly.
Sale items used: Fresh sea scallops and shrimp ($8.99), Eridanous halloumi grilling cheese ($3.99), Organic spring mix (already purchased Wednesday), Avocados (remaining from Wednesday's 4-count pack), Lidl Preferred Selection aged balsamic vinegar of Modena (already purchased Wednesday)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: One pack of sea scallops and shrimp is sized well for two as a main; slice the halloumi into 4 planks and grill 2 minutes per side; use the remaining spring mix from Wednesday and 2 remaining avocados from the pack; drizzle with the balsamic purchased Wednesday.
Recipes:
- Blackened Shrimp and Halloumi Salad

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh bone-in chicken thighs (1.5 lbs): $1.49
- Eridanous orzo pasta (x1 pack): $1.09
- Eridanous Greek tomato sauce (x1 jar): $2.29
- Dulano chicken sausage (x1 pack): $1.99
- Eridanous marinated roasted red peppers (x1 jar): $2.99
- Combino thin spaghetti (x1 pack): $0.98
- Fresh boneless country style ribs (x1 pack): $2.99
- Vidalia onions (x1 bag, 3 lb): $2.69
- Avocados (x1 pack, 4 ct): $3.49
- Organic spring mix (x1 bag): $2.99
- Lidl Preferred Selection aged balsamic vinegar of Modena (x1 bottle): $4.85
- Fresh ground turkey 85% lean (x1 pack): $3.99
- Eridanous barrel aged feta cheese in brine (x1 pack): $6.99
- Eridanous sundried tomatoes in brine (x1 jar): $2.49
- Eridanous capers (x1 jar): $1.29
- Fresh sea scallops and shrimp (x1 pack): $8.99
- Eridanous halloumi grilling cheese (x1 pack): $3.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil or neutral cooking oil for searing
- Salt and black pepper
- Garlic (fresh or powder)
- Dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- Red pepper flakes
- Butter (for searing scallops)
- Chicken or vegetable broth (for braising ribs)