Meijer Standard Meal Plan
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BUDGET RATIONALE
Why these meals: This week leans on a few sale-priced staples that stretch across several dinners: the $1.99 bag of russet potatoes goes into both Tuesday's beef hash and Friday's braised chuck roast, and the $1.79 bag of yellow onions does the same. Chicken shows up twice, as thighs on Monday and wings on Thursday, and beef shows up twice, as ground beef on Tuesday and chuck roast on Friday, so you get variety from just a handful of proteins. The two bunches of greens at $2.58 cover Wednesday's cranberry-glazed ham and Thursday's orange-glazed wings, and the $0.99 pack of cranberries gives the ham its glaze. Friday's roast needs about 3 hours, so plan to braise it Thursday evening or Friday morning and simply reheat it when you are ready to eat.
5-DAY MEAL PLAN
Monday
Meal: Sheet-Pan Roasted Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potatoes
Description: Chicken thighs and chunks of sweet potato roast together on one pan with paprika, garlic powder and thyme until the skin is crisp and the potatoes are caramelized at the edges. It is an easy, hands-off start to the week.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Thighs, Bulk Sweet Potatoes
Prep time: 50 minutes
Serving note: 2 lb chicken thighs and 2.5 lb sweet potatoes for 4 people. Roast at 425 F for about 40 minutes, turning the potatoes once.
Recipes:
- Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs and Sweet Potatoes
- Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potatoes and Apples
- Honey Garlic Roasted Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potatoes
Tuesday
Meal: Beef and Potato Skillet Hash
Description: Browned 80% lean ground beef is cooked in a large skillet with diced russet potatoes and onions until the potatoes are crisp and golden. Season with salt, pepper and smoked paprika for a savory, filling one-pan dinner.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer 80% Lean Ground Beef, Russet Potatoes, Yellow Onions
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: 1.5 lb ground beef, 2 lb russet potatoes (from the 5 lb bag) and 1 lb yellow onions (from the 3 lb bag) for 4 people. Parboil or microwave the diced potatoes for 5 minutes first so they crisp faster in the skillet.
Recipes:
- Beef and Potato Hash Recipe
- Corned Beef Hash
- Beef and Potato Hash with Red Pepper and Feta
Wednesday
Meal: Cranberry-Glazed Baked Ham with Sauteed Greens
Description: Meijer Portion Ham Bone in is baked and brushed with a glaze made from simmered fresh cranberries, sugar and mustard. A bunch of Turnip, Mustard or Collard Greens is sauteed with garlic alongside.
Sale items used: Meijer Portion Ham Bone in, Fresh Cranberries, Turnip, Mustard or Collard Greens
Prep time: 65 minutes
Serving note: 2.5 lb bone-in portion ham, 1 pkg (12 oz) fresh cranberries and 1 greens bunch for 4 people. Total time runs just over 60 minutes. Simmer the cranberry glaze up to a day ahead and chill it, and let the ham sit out for 20 minutes before it goes into the oven. Bake covered at 325 F, glazing during the last 15 minutes.
Recipes:
- Baked Ham With Cranberry Glaze, Roasted Pears & Bacon Greens
- Cranberry Glazed Ham Recipe
- Cranberry Glazed Ham
Thursday
Meal: Orange-Glazed Baked Chicken Wings with Rice and Sauteed Greens
Description: Chicken wings are baked at high heat until crisp, then tossed in a glaze of mandarin orange juice, honey and soy sauce. They are served over rice with a side of garlicky sauteed greens and fresh mandarin segments.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Wings, Mandarin Oranges, Turnip, Mustard or Collard Greens
Prep time: 50 minutes
Serving note: 2.5 lb chicken wings, 1 bag (3 lb) mandarin oranges (about 1 lb juiced and zested for the glaze, the remaining 2 lb served as fruit) and 1 greens bunch for 4 people. Cook about 2 cups of pantry long-grain rice.
Recipes:
- Sticky Orange Glazed Chicken Wings
- Crispy Baked Orange Chicken Wings
- Spicy Orange Glazed Baked Chicken Wings
Friday
Meal: Braised Chuck Roast with Potatoes and Onions
Description: A Certified Angus Beef chuck roast is seared, then braised low and slow in the oven with broth, onions and chunks of russet potato until it pulls apart with a fork. The cooking liquid reduces into a rich gravy to spoon over everything.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Certified Angus Beef Chuck Roast, Russet Potatoes, Yellow Onions
Prep time: 3 hours 15 minutes
Serving note: 2 lb chuck roast, 2.5 lb russet potatoes (the rest of the 5 lb bag) and 1 lb yellow onions (the rest of the 2 lb used from the bag) for 4 people. This takes well over 60 minutes. Sear and braise the roast on Thursday evening or Friday morning, then refrigerate. Reheat gently on Friday, adding the potatoes for the last 45 minutes of cooking if you prefer them firm. Braise at 300 F for about 2.5 to 3 hours.
Recipes:
- Braised Chuck Roast
- Braised Chuck Roast (One Pot, Fall Apart Recipe)
- Red Wine Braised Pot Roast
🛒 Shopping List
SHOPPING LIST
Buy on sale:
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Thighs (2 lbs): $3.38
- Bulk Sweet Potatoes (2.5 lbs): $2.23
- Fresh from Meijer 80% Lean Ground Beef (1.5 lbs): $6.74
- Russet Potatoes (x1 bag, 5 lb): $1.99
- Yellow Onions (x1 bag, 3 lb): $1.79
- Meijer Portion Ham Bone in (2.5 lbs): $6.23
- Fresh Cranberries (x1 pkg, 12 oz): $0.99
- Turnip, Mustard or Collard Greens (x2): $2.58
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Wings (2.5 lbs): $7.48
- Mandarin Oranges (x1 bag, 3 lb): $2.99
- Fresh from Meijer Certified Angus Beef Chuck Roast (2 lbs): $13.98
Pantry staples needed:
- Salt and black pepper
- Cooking oil
- Garlic and garlic powder
- Paprika and smoked paprika
- Dried thyme
- Granulated sugar
- Honey
- Soy sauce
- Dijon or yellow mustard
- Long-grain rice
- Beef broth
- Flour or cornstarch (to thicken the gravy)
🏷️ All sale items this week
SALE ITEMS FOUND
Meats on sale:
- Fresh from Meijer Certified Angus Beef Chuck Roast: $6.99/lb
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Thighs: $1.69/lb
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Wings: $2.99/lb
- Bob Evans Family Size Ready to Heat Side: $4.99
- Fresh from Meijer Atlantic Salmon Portions: $8.99
- Meijer Spiral Sliced Half Ham Bone in: $2.49/lb
- Meijer Portion Ham Bone in: $2.49/lb
- Frederik's by Meijer Ham, Chicken or Turkey: $9.99/lb
- Frederik's by Meijer Cheese: $6.99/lb
- Butterball Frozen Grade A Turkey: $1.29/lb
- Hormel Black Label Bacon: $3.99
- Fresh from Meijer 80% Lean Ground Beef: $4.49/lb
- Certified Angus Beef Top Sirloin Steak: $11.99/lb
- True Goodness Organic 85% Lean Ground Beef: $19.47
- Frederik's by Meijer Boneless Quarter Ham: $9.99
- Katie's Best Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts: $6.99/lb
- Katie's Best Whole Fryer Chicken: $2.79/lb
- Jennie-O Ground Turkey: $14.99
- Hillshire Farm Ultra Thin Lunch Meat: $5.99
- Hormel Sliced Pepperoni: $3.89
- Fresh from Meijer Pork Loin Chops: $5.99, BOGO $1
- Frederik's by Meijer Lamb Leg: $8.99/lb
- Frederik's by Meijer Lamb French Rib Rack: $12.99/lb
- Frederik's by Meijer Shrimp Ring: $10.99
- Frederik's by Meijer Shrimp Ring: $12.99
- Frederik's by Meijer Fresh Spiral Half Ham: $2.99/lb
Deli and prepared on sale:
- La Terra Fina Dip: $3.99
- Hormel Party Tray: $12.99
- Frederik's by Meijer Snacking Nut Canister or Trail Mix: $6.99
- Frederik's by Meijer Gourmet Pasta: $2.99
- Frederik's by Meijer San Marzano Style Tomatoes: $3.79
- Frederik's by Meijer Passata: $3.79
- Frederik's by Meijer Artesian Water: $4.99
- Frederik's by Meijer Italian Sparkling Mineral Water: $4.99
- Frederik's by Meijer Peach or Pear Halves: $3.49
- Frederik's by Meijer Gelato: $3.79
- Frederik's by Meijer Cocoa Tin: $7.99
- Meijer Family Size Ready to Heat Mashed Potatoes: $3.89
- Meijer Family Size Ready to Heat Mac & Cheese: $3.89
- Meijer Bacon: $3.79
- Meijer Meatballs: $6.99
Produce on sale:
- Yellow Onions: $1.79 for 3 lb. bag
- Organic Yellow Onions: $4.29 for 3 lb. bag
- Fresh Cranberries: $0.99 for 12 oz. pkg
- Turnip, Mustard or Collard Greens: $1.29 each
- Russet Potatoes: $1.99 for 5 lb. bag
- Organic Russet Potatoes: $4.49 for 3 lb. bag
- Mandarin Oranges: $2.99 for 3 lb. bag
- California Red Seedless Grapes: $2.29/lb
- Honey Persimmons: $1.29 each
- Cara Cara Navel Oranges: $3.99 for 3 lb. bag
- Wild Wonders or Angel Sweet Tomatoes Pint: $2.99
- Bulk Sweet Potatoes: $0.89/lb
Dairy and eggs on sale:
- Land O'Lakes Butter Sticks: $2.99
- Land O'Lakes Spread: $2.99
- Daisy Sour Cream: $2.49
- Kraft Philadelphia Cream Cheese: $1.99
- Kraft Philadelphia Soft or Whipped Cream Cheese: $3.49
- Eggland's Best Organic Eggs: $3.99
- Meijer Twin Pack Cream Cheese: $2.79
- Meijer Whipping Cream: $1.99
Bakery and bread on sale:
- King's Hawaiian Rolls: $3.99
- Fresh from Meijer 8" Fruit Pie: $4.99
- Fresh from Meijer Ultimate or Sugar Cookies: $3.98
- Fresh from Meijer 12 Ct. Mini Cupcakes: $4.49
- Fresh from Meijer 8" Single Layer Carrot Cake: $9.99
- Aunt Millie's English Muffins: $1.99
- Pepperidge Farm Rye or Pumpernickel Bread: $3.49
- Fresh from Meijer Cranberry Walnut Relish: $7.99
Pantry on sale:
- Meijer Spices, Extracts or Seasonings: $0.49
- French's Fried Onions: $3.79
- M&M's Sharing Size Candy: $5.49
- Ice Mountain Natural Spring Water: $4.99
- Coca-Cola, Pepsi, 7UP or Dr Pepper Products: $12.99
- Ben's Original Ready Rice: $1.99
- Minute Rice: $2.49
- Success Rice: $2.49
- Meijer Ingredient Beans: $0.89
- Blackeye Peas: $0.89
- Canned Tomatoes: $0.89
- Old El Paso Taco Shells: $1.99
- Old El Paso Rice: $1.99
- Old El Paso Enchilada Sauce: $1.99
- Velveeta Cheese: $6.99
- Pace Salsa or Picante Sauce: $2.49
- Meijer Canned Vegetables: $0.49
- Meijer Broth: $0.79
- Hidden Valley Ranch or Maille Mustard Coleslaw Dressing: $3.49
- Kellogg's Raisin Bran: $2.99
- Kellogg's Frosted Flakes: $2.99
- Kellogg's Special K Cereal: $2.99
- Dole Canned Pineapple: $1.99
- Jif Peanut Butter: $5.99
- Jif Natural Peanut Butter: $5.99
- Meijer 100% Pure Pumpkin: $1.49
- Meijer All Purpose Bleached Flour: $1.99
- Meijer Pure Granulated Sugar: $2.89
- Meijer Light Brown or Powdered Confectioners Sugar: $1.89
- Meijer Gelatin: $0.79
- Meijer Instant or Sugar-Free Instant Pudding: $0.79
- Meijer Mini Marshmallows: $0.99
- Meijer Holiday Candy Canes: $1.99
- Meijer Cracker Cuts: $2.49
- Meijer Golden Rounds Crackers: $2.49
- Meijer Cooking Spray: $2.49
- Meijer Dip Mix Packets: $1.99
- Meijer Instant Potatoes: $1.79
- Meijer Turkey, Chicken or Beef Gravy: $0.89
- Meijer Stuffing Mix: $0.99
- Meijer Spreadable Butter: $3.79
- Snack Size Holiday Bagged Chocolate Candy: $5.79
- Hershey's Family Size Stand Up Bag: $8.29
- Meijer Holiday Candy or Snacks: $4.49
- Holiday Non-Chocolate Candy: $4.49
- Candy Canes: $4.69
- Lindt or Ghirardelli Holiday Large Bag: $10.99
- Planters Mixed Nuts: $11.69
- Snyder's Pretzels or Pieces: $2.99
- On The Border Tortilla Chips: $2.99
- Frito-Lay Multipack: $9.99
- Tate's Cookies: $4.99
- Jack Link's Jerky: $4.99
- Starbucks Coffee: $7.99
- Eight O'Clock Coffee: $3.49
- Tim Hortons Coffee K-Cups: $24.99
- Meijer Turkey Frying Oil: $37.99
Frozen on sale:
- Marie Callender's Frozen Pie: $5.99
- Edwards Frozen Pie: $5.99
- Stouffer's Party Size Frozen Meal: $14.99
- Meijer Frozen Grade A Turkey: $0.79/lb
- Hudsonville Ice Cream: $3.99
- True Goodness Frozen Pizza: $5.79
- Just Bare Frozen Prepared Chicken: $9.99
- Real Good Foods or Kevin's Natural Foods Frozen Meal: $4.99
- Jimmy Dean Sandwich: $5.99
- P.F. Chang's Entrée: $6.99
- Bertolli Skillet Meal: $6.99
- Birds Eye Frozen Meal: $6.99
- Frederik's by Meijer Frozen Appetizers: $4.79
- Frederik's by Meijer Frozen Pasta: $4.99
- Frederik's by Meijer Frozen Desserts: $4.79
- Frederik's by Meijer Creme Brulée: $4.79
- Frederik's by Meijer Cookie Dough: $4.49
🛒 Estimated Shopping Cost
Based on sale prices for items in this plan
Some sale prices require the store's loyalty card or a clipped digital coupon. Check the flyer before you shop.
$50.38
for 4 people · $12.60 per person
📍 Disclaimer: Prices and availability are based on the Meijer weekly sales flyer for the week of November 11, 2026. Flyers are sourced from store websites and weekly flyer aggregator sites. Actual prices may vary by location. Always verify prices at your local store. We are not affiliated with Meijer.