Meijer Standard Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Oven-Baked Chicken Drumsticks with Sweet Corn and Bell Peppers
Description: Juicy chicken drumsticks are seasoned and roasted until golden, served alongside sweet locally grown corn on the cob and colorful sauteed bell peppers for a satisfying summer dinner. This simple, hands-off oven meal is easy to prep and delivers big flavor at a very low cost per serving.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Drumsticks ($0.99/lb), Locally Grown Bulk Sweet Corn ($4/$1), Red/Yellow/Orange Bell Pepper ($1 each when you buy 7 or more)
Prep time: 15 minutes active, 45 minutes oven time
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1.5 lbs of drumsticks (about 4-5 pieces) for 2 people; grab 2 ears of sweet corn and 2 bell peppers. Total cook time is about 60 minutes - season and arrange the drumsticks on the pan while the oven preheats to save time.
Recipes:
- Ultra-Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Drumsticks

Tuesday
Meal: Skillet Eckrich Sausage Links with Creamer Potatoes and Mushrooms
Description: Sliced Eckrich sausage links are pan-seared until caramelized, then tossed with tender Little Potato Company creamer potatoes and earthy sauteed mushrooms in a single skillet for a hearty weeknight meal. The whole dish comes together quickly and the creamy potatoes soak up all the savory pan drippings beautifully.
Sale items used: Eckrich 2 Pc. Sausage Ropes/Links 13-14 oz. ($2.29 each), The Little Potato Company Creamer Potatoes 3 lb. bag ($4.99 each), True Goodness Organic Whole or Sliced White Mushrooms 8 oz. ($2/$5)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: One 13-14 oz. package of Eckrich sausage links is the right amount for 2 people; use about half the 3 lb. bag of creamer potatoes (roughly 1.5 lbs) and one 8 oz. package of mushrooms. The remaining potatoes can be used as a side later in the week.
Recipes:
- Easy Skillet Smoked Sausage and Potatoes

Wednesday
Meal: Ground Beef Taco Rice Bowls with Romaine and Tomatoes
Description: Seasoned 80% lean ground beef is cooked with taco spices and served over fluffy rice, topped with crisp chopped romaine, fresh tomatoes, and shredded cheese for a customizable bowl-style dinner. This crowd-pleasing meal is filling, fast, and uses pantry staples to stretch the budget further.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer 80% Lean Ground Beef 3 lb. pkg. or larger ($4.99/lb), Romaine Hearts 3 pk. ($2/$5), Kraft Shredded Cheese 7-8 oz. ($2/$5), Red Gold Tomatoes 14.5-15 oz. ($1 each when you buy 7 or more)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 0.75 lb of ground beef from the 3 lb. package for 2 people (cost based on that portion at $4.99/lb); use 2 romaine hearts from the 3-pack, one 7-8 oz. bag of shredded cheese, and one can of diced tomatoes. Freeze the remaining ground beef in portions for future meals.

Thursday
Meal: Pan-Seared Pork Loin Assorted Chops with Sweet Corn and Avocado Salad
Description: Bone-in pork loin chops are seared in a hot skillet to a golden crust and finished with a simple seasoning, paired with grilled sweet corn and a fresh avocado salad dressed with lime juice. The combination of smoky pork and creamy avocado makes this a restaurant-quality meal at a fraction of the cost.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Pork Loin Assorted Chops Bone in ($1.99/lb), Locally Grown Bulk Sweet Corn ($4/$1), Extra Large Avocado ($1 each when you buy 7 or more)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1.25 lbs of bone-in assorted pork chops (about 2 good-sized chops) for 2 people; grab 2 ears of sweet corn and 2 avocados. The avocado salad can be prepped while the chops rest after cooking.
Recipes:
- Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Avocado and Tomato Salad

Friday
Meal: Pan-Cooked Black Pearl Salmon Burgers on Aunt Millie's Stadium Buns with Romaine
Description: Black Pearl Atlantic salmon burgers are pan-seared until crispy on the outside and tender inside, then served on toasted Aunt Millie's stadium buns with crisp romaine leaves and a simple spread for a light but satisfying end-of-week dinner. This quick 20-minute meal feels special without any extra effort or expense.
Sale items used: Black Pearl Atlantic Salmon Burgers 10 oz. ($4.99 each), Aunt Millie's Stadium Buns 6-8 ct./14-15 oz. ($2/$5), Romaine Hearts 3 pk. ($2/$5), Hellmann's Mayonnaise 30 oz. ($3.99 each)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: One 10 oz. package of Black Pearl salmon burgers contains 2 burgers, which is a perfect single-serve portion for 2 people; use 2 buns from the pack and 1-2 romaine leaves per burger. The remaining buns can be frozen or used for weekend sandwiches.

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Drumsticks (1.5 lbs): $1.49
- Locally Grown Bulk Sweet Corn (4 ears, counted as 2 sets of the $4/$1 deal): $1.00
- Bell Peppers - part of the buy 7 or more deal (2 peppers, purchased as part of a 7-item qualifying mix): $2.00
- Extra Large Avocados - part of the buy 7 or more deal (2 avocados, purchased as part of a 7-item qualifying mix): $2.00
- Eckrich Sausage Links 13-14 oz. (x1 package): $2.29
- The Little Potato Company Creamer Potatoes 3 lb. bag (x1 bag): $4.99
- True Goodness Organic Whole or Sliced White Mushrooms 8 oz. (x1, purchased as part of 2/$5 deal): $2.50
- Fresh from Meijer 80% Lean Ground Beef 3 lb. pkg. (3 lbs, use 0.75 lb now, freeze rest): $14.97
- Romaine Hearts 3 pk. (x1 pack, purchased as part of 2/$5 deal): $2.50
- Kraft Shredded Cheese 7-8 oz. (x1 bag, purchased as part of 2/$5 deal): $2.50
- Red Gold Tomatoes 14.5 oz. (x1 can, purchased as part of buy 7 or more deal): $1.00
- Fresh from Meijer Pork Loin Assorted Chops Bone in (1.25 lbs): $2.49
- Black Pearl Atlantic Salmon Burgers 10 oz. (x1 package): $4.99
- Aunt Millie's Stadium Buns 6-8 ct. (x1 pack, purchased as part of 2/$5 deal): $2.50
- Hellmann's Mayonnaise 30 oz. (x1 bottle): $3.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil or vegetable oil for cooking
- Garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper
- Taco seasoning (chili powder, cumin, oregano blend)
- White or long-grain rice
- Lime juice or fresh limes
- Butter for finishing chops and toasting buns
- Hot sauce or salsa for taco bowls (optional)