Market Basket Kid-Friendly Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Fresh Chicken Tenders: $3.49 lb.
- Bertolino Foods Fresh Beef Meatballs: $2/$6.00
- Lollipop Chicken Drumsticks: $2.29 lb.
- Fresh Ravioli or Tortelloni: $2/$6.00
- Hebrew National Franks: $4.99 9.43-12 oz.
- Turkey Franks: $2.99 16 oz.
- Provolone or Mozzarella Cheese: $2.99 lb.
- American Cheese: $3.99 lb.
- Deli Salads (Potato, Macaroni, Cole Slaw): $3.49 3-lb. container

Vegetables on sale:
- No fresh vegetables were listed in this week's flyer sale items.

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders with Macaroni Salad
Description: Juicy chicken tenders get coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and baked until golden and crispy for a healthier, kid-approved twist on a classic favorite. A scoop of creamy deli macaroni salad on the side keeps prep totally effortless and the plate colorful and fun.
Sale items used: Fresh Chicken Tenders ($3.49 lb.), Deli Salads - Macaroni ($3.49 3-lb. container)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 0.40 lb. of chicken tenders (about 3-4 strips) for 1 person. Scoop roughly 1 cup of macaroni salad from the container and store the rest for Wednesday's side dish.
Recipes:
- Crispy Chicken Mac and Cheese
- Baked Chicken Tenders
- Chicken Macaroni Salad

Tuesday
Meal: Spaghetti and Beef Meatballs
Description: Classic spaghetti gets topped with tender, savory beef meatballs in a simple marinara sauce that kids absolutely love. This is a comforting, familiar dinner that comes together quickly using ready-made meatballs to keep prep easy on a weeknight.
Sale items used: Bertolino Foods Fresh Beef Meatballs ($3.00 for 1 package, from the 2/$6.00 deal)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 4-5 meatballs from the package for 1 serving. Cook roughly 2 oz. of dry spaghetti (from pantry). Save remaining meatballs from the package for a next-day lunch if desired.
Recipes:
- Easy Homemade Meatball Recipe
- Spaghetti and Meatballs
- Classic Spaghetti and Meatballs

Wednesday
Meal: Backyard-Style Lollipop Chicken Drumsticks with Potato Salad
Description: Fun lollipop-style chicken drumsticks get brushed with mild sweet BBQ sauce and baked or grilled until sticky and golden brown, making them an instant kid favorite to eat right off the bone. A hearty scoop of deli potato salad rounds out the plate for a classic backyard cookout feel without any fuss.
Sale items used: Lollipop Chicken Drumsticks ($2.29 lb.), Deli Salads - Potato (already purchased Monday)
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 0.50 lb. of drumsticks, which gives 2-3 pieces - the perfect single-serving portion. Serve with 1 cup of potato salad from the container purchased Monday.
Recipes:
- Chicken Lollipop Drumsticks with Sticky BBQ Sauce
- The Best Chicken Lollipops
- Chicken Drumsticks with Potato Salad

Thursday
Meal: Cheesy Ravioli Bake with Mozzarella
Description: Fresh cheese ravioli gets layered in a small baking dish with simple marinara sauce and topped with shredded mozzarella, then baked until bubbly and golden on top. It is gooey, cheesy, and totally kid-approved - like a mini pasta lasagna that takes almost no effort to assemble.
Sale items used: Fresh Ravioli ($3.00 for 1 package, from the 2/$6.00 deal), Provolone or Mozzarella Cheese ($2.99 lb.)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use half of one fresh ravioli package (roughly 4-5 oz.) for a single serving. Purchase 0.25 lb. of mozzarella cheese and use about 2 oz. shredded on top. Save the other half of the ravioli package for a quick lunch later in the week.
Recipes:
- Easy Cheesy Baked Ravioli
- Cheesy Ravioli Bake
- Cheesy Baked Ravioli

Friday
Meal: Hot Dog and Frank Night with Cole Slaw
Description: Classic all-beef hot dogs get grilled or pan-cooked and tucked into soft buns with kid-favorite toppings like ketchup, mustard, and shredded American cheese for a fun Friday night dinner. A cool and creamy scoop of deli cole slaw on the side makes this feel like a summer cookout right at home.
Sale items used: Hebrew National Franks ($4.99 9.43-12 oz.), Deli Salads - Cole Slaw (already purchased Monday), American Cheese ($3.99 lb.)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 franks from the Hebrew National package for 1 person (the rest can be refrigerated for another meal). Serve with 1 cup of cole slaw from the container. Slice or tear a small piece of American cheese from the deli for topping.
Recipes:
- The Best Hotdog Coleslaw Recipe
- Carolina-Style Slaw Dogs
- Easy Southern Hot Dog Slaw Recipe

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh Chicken Tenders (0.40 lb.): $1.40
- Deli Salads 3-lb. container - Macaroni, Potato, and Cole Slaw combo: $3.49
- Bertolino Foods Fresh Beef Meatballs (1 package from 2/$6.00): $3.00
- Lollipop Chicken Drumsticks (0.50 lb.): $1.15
- Fresh Ravioli (1 package from 2/$6.00): $3.00
- Mozzarella Cheese (0.25 lb.): $0.75
- Hebrew National Franks (1 package): $4.99
- American Cheese (0.25 lb. from deli): $1.00

Pantry staples needed:
- Dry spaghetti (1 box)
- Jarred marinara sauce (1 small jar, used Tuesday and Thursday)
- Breadcrumbs (plain or Italian seasoned, for Monday chicken tenders)
- Eggs (1-2, for breading chicken tenders)
- Garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper
- Mild BBQ sauce (1 small bottle, for Wednesday drumsticks)
- Hot dog buns (4-pack)
- Ketchup and yellow mustard
- Olive oil or cooking spray
- Parmesan cheese (optional topping, from pantry)

ESTIMATED TOTAL

Review of "Buy on sale" items: $1.40 + $3.49 + $3.00 + $1.15 + $3.00 + $0.75 + $4.99 + $1.00 = $18.78

Total: $18.78 for 1 person | $18.78 per person

DISCLAIMER

Prices and availability are based on the Market Basket sales flyer and may vary by location. Check your local Market Basket store for actual pricing. Sale dates listed on the flyer are June 28 - July 4, 2026, which overlaps with the meal plan week. Always confirm current deals in store before shopping.