Meijer Gluten-Free Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Oven-Braised Pork Spareribs with Russet Potato Wedges and Bell Peppers
Description: A generous rack of fresh pork spareribs is slow-braised in the oven until fall-off-the-bone tender, seasoned with garlic, smoked paprika, and gluten-free spices. Russet potato wedges and sliced bell peppers roast alongside in the same pan, soaking up all the savory drippings for a hearty two-person feast.
Sale items used: Pork Spareribs Fresh never frozen ($2.79/lb), Russet Potatoes 5 lb. bag ($1 when you buy 7 or more), Red Yellow Orange or Aloha Bell Pepper ($1 when you buy 7 or more)
Prep time: 25 minutes active, 2.5 hours total
Serving note: Purchase approximately 2.5 lbs of spareribs for 2 people (about 1.25 lbs per person); use 2 large russet potatoes cut into wedges and 2 bell peppers sliced. Make-ahead tip: season and marinate the ribs the night before, then braise low and slow at 300 degrees F for 2 to 2.5 hours; the hands-off oven time makes this easy on a weeknight.
Recipes:
- Braised and Glazed Gluten-Free Spare Ribs

Tuesday
Meal: Skillet-Seared Smithfield Pork Loin Filet with Creamer Potatoes and Bolthouse Carrot Sides
Description: A single Smithfield Pork Loin Filet is seared golden in a cast-iron skillet then finished in the oven, sliced and served between two people for a satisfying and elegant dinner. The Little Potato Company Creamer Potatoes are halved and pan-roasted while Bolthouse Carrot Sides steam quickly for a complete gluten-free plate.
Sale items used: Smithfield Pork Loin Filet or Tenderloin 19.2-27.2 oz. ($6.99), The Little Potato Company Creamer Potatoes 1.5 lb. bag BOGO ($3.99 for one bag, second free), Bolthouse Carrot Sides 10-14 oz. ($2.49)
Prep time: 15 minutes active, 40 minutes total
Serving note: One 19.2 oz. Smithfield filet serves 2 comfortably at roughly 9-10 oz. per person; use half of the BOGO creamer potato bags (save the second bag for another use) and one full 10-14 oz. Bolthouse Carrot Sides package. Total oven time is about 25 minutes at 400 degrees F after searing.

Wednesday
Meal: Baked Chicken Thighs with Roasted Bell Peppers and Russet Potato Mash
Description: Four bone-in chicken thighs are seasoned with gluten-free spices and baked until the skin is crispy and the meat is juicy, served two thighs per person. Roasted bell peppers add a sweet charred note alongside creamy mashed russet potatoes made with butter and salt for a comforting midweek dinner.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Thighs All natural ($1.49/lb), Red Yellow Orange or Aloha Bell Pepper ($1 when you buy 7 or more), Russet Potatoes 5 lb. bag ($1 when you buy 7 or more)
Prep time: 15 minutes active, 55 minutes total
Serving note: Purchase approximately 2 lbs of chicken thighs for 4 pieces (about 0.5 lb per thigh); use 2 bell peppers sliced and roasted on the same sheet pan, and 2 to 3 large russet potatoes for mash. The 5 lb. bag of russet potatoes is shared across Monday, Wednesday, and Friday meals.

Thursday
Meal: Pan-Seared Boneless Chicken Tenderloins over Spinach with Avocado and Cucumber
Description: Boneless chicken tenderloins are seasoned and quickly pan-seared until golden, then laid over a bed of fresh baby spinach with sliced avocado and cool cucumber for a light and refreshing gluten-free dinner. A simple drizzle of olive oil and lemon ties the warm protein to the crisp salad components beautifully.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Boneless Chicken Tenderloins All natural ($3.99/lb), Fresh from Meijer Coleslaw 14 oz. or Baby Spinach 6 oz. Buy 2 Get 2 Free ($3.99 for 2 bags, 2 bags free), Extra Large Avocado ($1 when you buy 7 or more), Seedless Mini Cucumbers 1 lb. bag ($1 when you buy 7 or more)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of boneless chicken tenderloins for 2 people (about 0.5 lb per person); use 1 bag of baby spinach (6 oz.) as the salad base, 1 large avocado sliced between two plates, and half the cucumber bag sliced. The Buy 2 Get 2 Free spinach deal means you get 4 bags total - store extras in the fridge for the week.
Recipes:
- Pan-Fried Chicken Tenders (Dairy and Gluten Free)
- Pan-Seared Chicken Tenderloin

Friday
Meal: Baked Seasoned Atlantic Salmon Portions with Mashed Russet Potatoes and Shredded Cheese
Description: Two Fresh from Meijer Seasoned Atlantic Salmon Portions are baked at 400 degrees F until flaky and golden, served over velvety mashed russet potatoes finished with a sprinkle of Kraft shredded cheese melted on top. This simple but impressive gluten-free dinner comes together in under 30 minutes and uses the remaining russet potatoes from earlier in the week.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Seasoned Atlantic Salmon Portions 9 oz. ($8.99), Russet Potatoes 5 lb. bag ($1 when you buy 7 or more), Kraft Shredded or Chunk Cheese 7-8 oz. 2 for $5 ($2.50 per bag)
Prep time: 10 minutes active, 30 minutes total
Serving note: One 9 oz. salmon package contains 2 portions, perfect for 2 people at roughly 4.5 oz. each; use 2 to 3 remaining russet potatoes from the bag purchased earlier in the week and top mash with 2 to 3 tablespoons of shredded cheese per serving. Only one bag of shredded cheese is needed; the 2 for $5 deal is best used if you want a second bag for snacking or another meal.
Recipes:
- Salmon with Balsamic Honey Glaze and Cheesy Mashed Potatoes
- Salmon Topped With Mashed Potatoes

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Pork Spareribs Fresh never frozen (2.5 lbs): $6.98
- Smithfield Pork Loin Filet 19.2 oz. (x1 package): $6.99
- The Little Potato Company Creamer Potatoes 1.5 lb. bag BOGO (buy 1 get 1 free, pay for 1): $3.99
- Bolthouse Carrot Sides 10-14 oz. (x1 package): $2.49
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Thighs All natural (2 lbs): $2.98
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Boneless Chicken Tenderloins All natural (1 lb): $3.99
- Fresh from Meijer Seasoned Atlantic Salmon Portions 9 oz. (x1 package): $8.99
- Fresh from Meijer Coleslaw or Baby Spinach 6 oz. Buy 2 Get 2 Free (buy 2 pay for 2, get 2 free): $7.98
- Russet Potatoes 5 lb. bag (x1 bag, part of buy 7 or more deal - priced at $1 each): $1.00
- Red Yellow Orange or Aloha Bell Pepper (x5 peppers, part of buy 7 or more deal - priced at $1 each): $5.00
- Extra Large Avocado (x1, part of buy 7 or more deal - priced at $1 each): $1.00
- Seedless Mini Cucumbers 1 lb. bag (x1 bag, part of buy 7 or more deal - priced at $1 each): $1.00
- Kraft Shredded Cheese 7-8 oz. (x1 bag at 2 for $5 price): $2.50

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Butter
- Garlic (fresh or powder)
- Smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper
- Onion powder
- Dried herbs such as thyme or rosemary
- Lemon (fresh or bottled juice)
- Gluten-free chicken or vegetable broth (for braising ribs)