Meijer Standard Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Skillet-Braised Chicken Thighs with Creamer Potatoes and Vidalia Onions
Description: Four bone-in chicken thighs are browned in a hot skillet then braised low and slow with halved creamer potatoes and sweet Vidalia onions until everything is tender and richly flavored. This is a hearty one-pan dinner that comes together with minimal cleanup and maximum comfort for two.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Thighs, The Little Potato Company Creamer Potatoes, Bulk Vidalia Onions
Prep time: 15 minutes active, 45 minutes total
Serving note: Use 4 chicken thighs (approximately 1.5 lbs total); use half the 1.5 lb bag of creamer potatoes; use about 0.5 lb of Vidalia onions (roughly 1 large onion). Total cook time is about 45 minutes - start the braise first, then prep your side items while it simmers.
Recipes:
- Cast Iron Chicken Thighs and Potatoes

Tuesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Smithfield Pork Loin Filet with Bell Peppers and Bolthouse Carrot Sides
Description: A Smithfield pork loin filet is sliced into medallions, seared until golden, and served alongside sauteed colorful bell peppers for a vibrant and satisfying plate. The Bolthouse Carrot Sides round out the meal with a quick steamed or roasted vegetable that needs almost no prep.
Sale items used: Smithfield Pork Loin Filet or Tenderloin, Red/Yellow/Orange Bell Pepper, Bolthouse Carrot Sides
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: One 19.2 oz Smithfield filet serves two generously; use 2 bell peppers (about 0.5 lb total); use one 10-14 oz package of Bolthouse Carrot Sides. The filet cooks quickly - slice into 1-inch medallions and sear 3 to 4 minutes per side.
Recipes:
- Sheet Pan Pork and Peppers

Wednesday
Meal: Seasoned Atlantic Salmon Portions with Russet Potato Wedges and Baby Spinach Saute
Description: The pre-seasoned Fresh from Meijer salmon portions are oven-baked or pan-seared to flaky perfection and served with crispy oven-roasted russet potato wedges and a quick garlic baby spinach saute. This is a restaurant-quality weeknight dinner that comes together in under 40 minutes for two.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Seasoned Atlantic Salmon Portions, Russet Potatoes, Fresh from Meijer Baby Spinach
Prep time: 10 minutes active, 35 minutes total
Serving note: One 9 oz package of salmon portions contains two servings; use 2 medium russet potatoes (about 1 lb) cut into wedges; use one 6 oz bag of baby spinach. Start potato wedges in the oven first at 425 degrees, then cook salmon and spinach in the last 10 to 12 minutes.
Recipes:
- Pan-Seared Salmon with Spinach

Thursday
Meal: Ground Round Beef Tacos with Avocado, Mini Cucumbers, and Kraft Shredded Cheese
Description: Seasoned ground round beef is cooked and loaded into warm tortillas with creamy avocado slices, crisp mini cucumber rounds, and melted Kraft shredded cheese for a fresh and satisfying taco night. This quick dinner is easy to customize and comes together in about 20 minutes for two.
Sale items used: Certified Angus Beef Ground Round, Extra Large Avocado, Seedless Mini Cucumbers, Kraft Shredded or Chunk Cheese, Meijer Hispanic Products (tortillas)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 0.75 lb of ground round (enough for 6 tacos, 3 per person); use 2 avocados; use half the 1 lb bag of mini cucumbers sliced into rounds; use one 7-8 oz bag of Kraft shredded cheese (you will have some left over for snacking). Tortillas fall under Meijer Hispanic Products at BOGO 50% off.
Recipes:
- Ground Beef Tacos with Tomato-Avocado Salsa
- Taco-Stuffed Avocados

Friday
Meal: Oven-Baked Pork Spareribs with Russet Potato Wedges and Leaf Lettuce Salad
Description: A half rack of pork spareribs is seasoned and slow-baked in the oven until fall-off-the-bone tender, paired with crispy russet potato wedges and a fresh green or red leaf lettuce salad. This is a satisfying end-of-week feast that feels indulgent but stays well within budget for two.
Sale items used: Pork Spareribs, Russet Potatoes, Locally Grown Green or Red Leaf Lettuce, Wish-Bone or Western Dressings
Prep time: 15 minutes active, 2.5 hours total (low and slow oven)
Serving note: Purchase approximately 2.5 lbs of spareribs (a half rack), which is a generous serving for two; use 2 medium russet potatoes (about 1 lb) for wedges; use about 0.5 lb of leaf lettuce; use one bottle of Wish-Bone dressing (2 for $4 deal, buy 2 to meet the deal price). Plan ahead - ribs go into the oven at 275 degrees for 2 to 2.5 hours, then finish under the broiler for 5 minutes. Prep the salad and potato wedges in the final 30 minutes.
Recipes:
- Oven Baked Aromatic Pork Ribs with Potatoes
- Easy Oven Pork Spare Ribs Recipe for Year-Round BBQ

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Thighs (1.5 lbs): $2.24
- The Little Potato Company Creamer Potatoes, 1.5 lb bag - BOGO (buy 1, get 1 free, use half first bag Monday, save second bag): $3.99
- Bulk Vidalia Onions (0.5 lb): $0.65
- Smithfield Pork Loin Filet or Tenderloin (1 package, 19.2 oz): $6.99
- Red or Yellow Bell Pepper x2 (buy 7 or more deal - purchase as part of a 7-count mix across the week, price per pepper $1): $2.00
- Bolthouse Carrot Sides (1 package): $2.49
- Fresh from Meijer Seasoned Atlantic Salmon Portions (1 package, 9 oz): $8.99
- Russet Potatoes, 5 lb bag (buy 7 or more deal, price $1 per bag): $1.00
- Fresh from Meijer Baby Spinach 6 oz - Buy 2 Get 2 Free (buy 2 at $1.99 each assumed, get 2 free - use one bag Wednesday, extras for salads): $3.98
- Certified Angus Beef Ground Round (0.75 lb): $5.47
- Extra Large Avocado x2 (buy 7 or more deal, price $1 each - purchase as part of a 7-count mix): $2.00
- Seedless Mini Cucumbers 1 lb bag (buy 7 or more deal, price $1 per bag): $1.00
- Kraft Shredded or Chunk Cheese 7-8 oz (2 for $5 deal, buy 2): $5.00
- Meijer Hispanic Products - flour tortillas (BOGO 50% off, buy 1 package): $1.50
- Pork Spareribs (2.5 lbs at $2.79/lb): $6.98
- Locally Grown Green or Red Leaf Lettuce (0.5 lb at $1.99/lb): $1.00
- Wish-Bone or Western Dressings 15 oz (2 for $4, buy 2): $4.00

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil or vegetable oil
- Garlic (fresh or minced)
- Salt and black pepper
- Paprika or your preferred taco seasoning blend
- Cumin
- Chili powder
- Dried thyme or Italian seasoning (for chicken braise)
- Chicken broth or water (for braising liquid)
- Soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce (optional, for pork)
- Your preferred hot sauce or salsa for tacos