Meijer Kid-Friendly Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Boneless Chicken Tenderloins: $3.99/lb
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Thighs: $2.99/lb
- Meijer Bacon 16 oz: $4.99
- Meijer Ground Beef or Ground Beef and Pork Blend 1 lb: BOGO 25% off
- Eckrich Sausage Rope 10-14 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 boneless chicken tenderloins get coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and baked until golden and crispy, served alongside sweet buttery corn on the cob. Kids love dunking these tenders in honey mustard or ketchup for a fun and familiar dinner night.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Boneless Chicken Tenderloins ($3.99/lb), Tray Pack Sweet Corn ($3.49 for 4 ct)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use about 0.75 lb of chicken tenderloins for 2 people (roughly 6-8 strips total), plus 2 ears of corn from the 4-count tray (save the remaining 2 ears for later in the week)
Recipes:
- Easy Baked Chicken Tenders - Yummy Toddler Food
- Oven-Fried Chicken Tenders Recipe - Betty Crocker
- Crispy Baked Chicken Fingers - Healthy Seasonal Recipes

Tuesday
Meal: Cheesy Bacon Smash Burgers with Potato Wedges
Description: Juicy ground beef patties get smashed on a hot skillet for crispy edges, then topped with melty American cheese and crispy bacon on toasted buns. Oven-baked russet potato wedges with a light seasoning make the perfect kid-approved side.
Sale items used: Meijer Ground Beef 1 lb BOGO 25% off (use 1 lb), Meijer Bacon 16 oz ($4.99), Kraft Singles ($3.49 when buy 5), Russet Potatoes 5 lb bag ($2.49)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 lb of ground beef to form 2 large smash burgers (or 4 smaller ones), 3-4 strips of bacon shared between 2 people, 1-2 Kraft Singles per burger, and about 2 medium russet potatoes cut into wedges
Recipes:
- Cheesy Smashed Bacon Burgers Recipe - HelloFresh
- Cheesy Smash Burger and Potato Skillet Meal - Cooking in the Midwest
- Basic Burgers and Potato Wedges - Dinner in 321

Wednesday
Meal: Honey Garlic Chicken Thigh Rice Bowls with Broccoli
Description: Tender bone-in chicken thighs are baked in a simple sweet honey garlic sauce that kids absolutely love, then served over fluffy white rice with steamed broccoli florets. This is a straightforward bowl meal with familiar flavors that feels special without any fuss.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Thighs ($2.99/lb), Wrapped Broccoli Bunch ($1.49)
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 large chicken thighs (roughly 1 lb total) for 2 people, about half of the broccoli bunch steamed into florets, served over 1 cup dry white rice cooked per package directions
Recipes:
- 20-Minute Honey Garlic Chicken Bowls - What Molly Made
- Baked Honey Garlic Chicken Bowls with Crispy Broccoli - Blue Bowl Recipes
- Honey Garlic Chicken Rice Bowls - Kroll's Korner

Thursday
Meal: Build-Your-Own Beef Tacos with Tomatoes and Cheese
Description: Seasoned ground beef is cooked up with simple taco spices and loaded into soft flour tortillas, then each person builds their own taco with tomatoes, shredded cheese, and any toppings they like. Kids love the hands-on customization of taco night, making it one of the most fun meals of the week.
Sale items used: Meijer Ground Beef 1 lb BOGO 25% off (use second lb from Tuesday's deal), Kraft Shredded Cheese 7-8 oz ($2.99 when buy 5), Flavor Bombs Tomatoes 12 oz BOGO $1 off
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use about 0.75 lb of ground beef seasoned with taco spices for 2 people (makes roughly 6 tacos total), dice a small handful of tomatoes, and top with shredded cheese - flour tortillas from pantry
Recipes:
- Ground Beef Tacos - Feel Good Foodie
- Easy Beef Tacos Recipe - Betty Crocker
- The Best Easy Taco Meat Recipe - A Mind Full Mom

Friday
Meal: Smoked Sausage and Potato Sheet Pan Dinner with Peppers
Description: Sliced smoked sausage rope, chunked russet potatoes, and colorful bell pepper strips roast together on one sheet pan with a simple olive oil and seasoning toss for an easy cleanup dinner. Everything caramelizes beautifully in the oven and the sweet peppers with savory sausage is a combo kids consistently enjoy.
Sale items used: Eckrich Sausage Rope 10-14 oz ($2.49 when buy 5), Russet Potatoes 5 lb bag (already purchased Tuesday), Multicolor Peppers 3 ct ($2.99)
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: Use one 10-14 oz sausage rope sliced into coins, 2 medium russet potatoes cut into chunks (from the 5 lb bag purchased earlier), and 2 peppers from the 3-count bag sliced into strips - all tossed together and roasted at 400 degrees F for 30-35 minutes
Recipes:
- Sheet Pan Smoked Sausage and Potatoes - Yellow Bliss Road
- Sheet Pan Sausage, Peppers, and Potatoes - Belle of the Kitchen
- Sheet Pan Sausage, Peppers, Onions, and Potatoes - Plowing Through Life

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh from Meijer Boneless Chicken Tenderloins (1 lb): $3.99
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Thighs (buy about 1 lb): $2.99
- Tray Pack Sweet Corn 4 ct: $3.49
- Meijer Bacon 16 oz: $4.99
- Meijer Ground Beef 1 lb x2 BOGO 25% off (pay for 2, get 25% off second): $3.74 total (approx $1.87 off)
- Kraft Singles 14.7-16 oz (buy 5 to unlock deal, extra goes in fridge): $3.49
- Kraft Shredded Cheese 7-8 oz (buy 5 to unlock deal): $2.99
- Russet Potatoes 5 lb bag: $2.49
- Wrapped Broccoli Bunch: $1.49
- Multicolor Peppers 3 ct: $2.99
- Flavor Bombs Tomatoes 12 oz (buy 2 BOGO $1 off, second is $1 off): $4.98 for two ($1 off = $3.98 effective for pair, use one pack this week)
- Eckrich Sausage Rope 10-14 oz (buy 5 to unlock $2.49 price - stock up or share deal): $2.49

Pantry staples needed:
- Flour tortillas (for taco night)
- White rice (for chicken bowls)
- Breadcrumbs (for chicken tenders)
- Eggs (for breading the tenders)
- Honey (for honey garlic sauce)
- Garlic powder
- Taco seasoning packet
- Salt and pepper
- Olive oil or vegetable oil
- Ketchup and/or honey mustard (for dipping sauce)
- Burger buns (for smash burgers)
- Butter (for corn and potatoes)
- Soy sauce (for honey garlic sauce - small splash)

ESTIMATED TOTAL

Review of "Buy on sale" items:
- Chicken Tenderloins: $3.99
- Chicken Thighs (1 lb portion): $2.99
- Sweet Corn 4 ct: $3.49
- Bacon 16 oz: $4.99
- Ground Beef x2 BOGO 25% off: $3.74
- Kraft Singles: $3.49
- Kraft Shredded Cheese: $2.99
- Russet Potatoes 5 lb: $2.49
- Broccoli Bunch: $1.49
- Multicolor Peppers 3 ct: $2.99
- Flavor Bombs Tomatoes pair: $3.98
- Eckrich Sausage Rope: $2.49

Total: $42.12 for 2 people | $21.06 per person

DISCLAIMER

Prices and availability are based on the national sales flyer and may vary by location. Check your local Meijer store for actual pricing. The buy 5 promotional prices require purchasing 5 qualifying items to unlock the discounted rate - plan accordingly or split deals with a neighbor or family member to maximize savings. BOGO and multi-buy deals are estimated and actual savings may differ slightly at checkout.