Meijer Kid-Friendly Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Boneless Chicken Tenderloins: $3.99/lb
- Meijer Bacon 16 oz: $4.99
- Meijer Ground Beef or Ground Beef and Pork Blend 1 lb: BOGO 25% off
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Thighs: $2.99/lb
- Eckrich 2 Pc. Sausage Rope 10-14 oz, Smok-Y Links 8.3 oz, Sausage Links 13-14 oz, or Li'l Smokies 12-14 oz: $2.49 final price when buy 5
- Kraft Singles 14.7-16 oz: $3.49 final price when buy 5

Vegetables on sale:
- Tray Pack Sweet Corn or Russet Potatoes 4 ct: $3.49
- Russet Potatoes 5 lb bag: $2.49
- Wrapped Broccoli Bunch: $1.49
- Multicolor Peppers 3 ct: $2.99
- Flavor Bombs Tomatoes 12 oz or Seedless Mini English Cucumbers: BOGO $1 off
- Bulk Sweet Onions: $0.59/lb

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders with Sweet Corn and Dipping Sauce
Description: Juicy baked chicken tenders coated in a simple seasoned breadcrumb crust come out golden and crispy without deep frying, making them perfect for little hands to dip and enjoy. Served alongside a fresh ear of sweet corn on the cob with butter, this is a classic kid-approved dinner that feels like a fun treat on a weeknight.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Boneless Chicken Tenderloins, Tray Pack Sweet Corn
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 0.4 lb (about 3-4 tenders) of chicken tenderloins for 1 child-sized serving, plus 1 ear of sweet corn. Serve with ketchup or honey mustard from the pantry for dipping.
Recipes:
- Truly Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Tenders
- Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders
- Cornmeal Crusted Baked Chicken Tenders

Tuesday
Meal: Cheesy Bacon Smash Burgers with Potato Wedges
Description: A single juicy smash burger patty gets pressed flat on a hot pan for crispy edges, then topped with melty American cheese and crispy bacon for a diner-style burger kids absolutely love. Oven-baked russet potato wedges seasoned with a little salt and garlic powder round out the plate as a fun, shareable-style side.
Sale items used: Meijer Ground Beef 1 lb (BOGO 25% off - freeze second lb), Meijer Bacon 16 oz, Meijer American Cheese Singles 12 oz, Russet Potatoes 5 lb bag
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use 0.25 lb (1 patty) of ground beef, 1-2 strips of bacon, 1 cheese slice, and 1 medium russet potato cut into wedges for 1 serving. Freeze remaining ground beef for later use.
Recipes:
- Cheesy Smashed Bacon Burgers Recipe
- Basic Burgers and Potato Wedges
- Smash Burger and Potato Wedges Recipe

Wednesday
Meal: Honey Garlic Chicken Thigh Rice Bowls with Broccoli
Description: A tender bone-in chicken thigh gets baked in a simple sweet honey garlic sauce that caramelizes beautifully in the oven, creating a sticky glaze kids go crazy for. Served over fluffy white rice with steamed broccoli florets, this bowl is colorful, filling, and easy to eat with a spoon or fork.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Thighs, Wrapped Broccoli Bunch
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 large or 2 small chicken thighs (about 0.5 lb) for 1 serving, plus 1 cup cooked rice and roughly 1 cup of broccoli florets. Freeze remaining chicken thighs for future meals.
Recipes:
- 20-Minute Honey Garlic Chicken Bowls
- Honey Garlic Chicken Rice Bowls
- Honey Garlic Chicken with Rice & Broccoli

Thursday
Meal: Build-Your-Own Beef Tacos with Tomatoes and Cheese
Description: Seasoned ground beef gets cooked up with mild taco spices and served in soft flour tortillas so kids can build their own tacos exactly the way they like them, which makes dinner feel like a fun activity. Fresh diced tomatoes and shredded cheese on the side let kids customize their plate without any pressure to eat anything unfamiliar.
Sale items used: Meijer Ground Beef 1 lb (second lb from BOGO 25% off deal), Kraft Shredded Cheese 7-8 oz (buy 5 for $2.99 each), Flavor Bombs Tomatoes 12 oz (BOGO $1 off)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 0.25 lb of ground beef for 2-3 small tacos for 1 child-sized serving, plus 2 tablespoons shredded cheese and a few diced tomatoes. Store remaining ground beef in the fridge for next use within 2 days or freeze.
Recipes:
- Easy Beef Tacos Recipe
- Ground Beef Tacos
- Beef Tacos

Friday
Meal: Smoked Sausage and Potato Sheet Pan Dinner with Peppers
Description: Sliced smoked sausage roasts alongside tender potato chunks and colorful sweet pepper strips all on one sheet pan, making cleanup a breeze after a long week. The sausage gets slightly caramelized at the edges and everything comes together in one easy, hearty dinner that kids love because of the sweet peppers and savory sausage combo.
Sale items used: Eckrich Sausage Rope or Sausage Links (buy 5 for $2.49 each), Russet Potatoes 5 lb bag, Multicolor Peppers 3 ct
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: Use about 4-5 oz (roughly one-third of a 14 oz sausage link package) sliced into rounds, 1 medium russet potato diced, and half of one sweet pepper sliced for 1 serving. Store remaining sausage links in the freezer.
Recipes:
- Sheet Pan Smoked Sausage and Potatoes
- Sheet Pan Sausage and Potatoes with Peppers
- Sheet Pan Sausage, Peppers and Potatoes

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh from Meijer Boneless Chicken Tenderloins (approx. 1 lb, freeze extras): $3.99
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Thighs (approx. 1 lb, freeze extras): $2.99
- Meijer Ground Beef 1 lb x2 (BOGO 25% off, approximately $3.74 per lb, total for 2 lbs): $7.49
- Meijer Bacon 16 oz: $4.99
- Meijer American Cheese Singles 12 oz: $1.99
- Eckrich Sausage Rope or Sausage Links (buy 5 to get $2.49 price - freeze 4 packages for later): $12.45 (5 pk x $2.49)
- Kraft Shredded Cheese 7-8 oz (buy 5 to get $2.99 price - use one now, freeze or store others): $14.95 (5 pk x $2.99)
- Tray Pack Sweet Corn 4 ct: $3.49
- Russet Potatoes 5 lb bag: $2.49
- Wrapped Broccoli Bunch: $1.49
- Multicolor Peppers 3 ct: $2.99
- Flavor Bombs Tomatoes 12 oz (BOGO $1 off, buy 2 to get deal - use one now, save one): $4.98 (2 x $2.49)

Pantry staples needed:
- Flour tortillas (soft taco size)
- White rice (long grain)
- Breadcrumbs (for tenders)
- Honey
- Garlic powder
- Taco seasoning (mild)
- Salt and black pepper
- Olive oil or vegetable oil
- Ketchup or honey mustard (dipping sauce)
- Butter (for corn)
- Burger buns (1-2)
- Soy sauce (for honey garlic sauce, optional)

ESTIMATED TOTAL

Total: $63.29 for 1 person | $63.29 per person

Note: Several items in this list are multi-packs purchased at sale price thresholds (Eckrich buy 5, Kraft cheese buy 5). The actual cost used per meal this week is a fraction of the total - the remainder goes into your freezer or pantry for future meals, significantly lowering your per-meal cost over time. Estimated cost for only the portions used this week is closer to $25-$30.

DISCLAIMER

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