Piggly Wiggly Kid-Friendly Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Fresh Fryer Leg Quarters: $0.69/lb
- Family Pack Fresh Ground Beef: $3.79/lb
- Eckrich Fully Cooked Smoked Rope Sausage, Links or Lil Smokies: $2.99/8.3-14 oz
- Oscar Mayer Meat Hot Dogs: $2.99/14-16 oz
- Tyson Fully Cooked Chicken Strips, Fillets, Nuggets, Wings or Restaurant Style Entrees: $7.99/18-26.05 oz
- Country Style Pork Ribs: $2.39/lb
- Pork Steaks: $2.59/lb
- Smithfield Marinated Pork Tenderloins, Picnics or Loin Fillets: $2.79/lb
- Whole Boston Butt Pork Roast: $1.99/lb
- Pork Picnic Shoulder: $1.99/lb

Vegetables on sale:
- Sweet Bi-Color Corn: $0.69/6 ears
- Best Choice Russet Potatoes: $2.00/5 lb bag
- Sweet Vidalia Onions: $2.99/3 lb bag
- Green Cabbage: $2.00/5 lb bag
- Dole Coleslaw: $1.99/lb
- Tomatoes On The Vine: $1.99/lb
- Sweet Red Seedless Watermelons: $3.49/ea
- Southern Peaches: $1.39/lb
- Northwest Cherries: $3.49/lb

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Cheesy Baked Potato Bar with Smoked Sausage
Description: A fluffy baked russet potato loaded with melted shredded cheese and sour cream, served alongside sliced Eckrich smoked sausage for a warm, satisfying dinner that kids love to customize. Simple toppings make this a fun, hands-on meal with familiar flavors that even picky eaters enjoy.
Sale items used: Best Choice Russet Potatoes ($2.00/5 lb bag), Kraft Chunk or Shredded Cheese ($2.00/5-8 oz), Daisy Sour Cream ($2.50/14-16 oz), Eckrich Fully Cooked Smoked Rope Sausage ($2.99/8.3-14 oz)
Prep time: 10 minutes prep, 50-60 minutes bake time
Serving note: 1 large russet potato, about 2-3 oz sliced smoked sausage, 2 tablespoons shredded cheese, 1 tablespoon sour cream
Recipes:
- Cheesy Sausage Potatoes Recipe
- Cheesy Potatoes With Smoked Sausage
- Smoked Sausage and Cheesy Potato Casserole

Tuesday
Meal: Backyard BBQ Chicken Leg Quarters with Corn on the Cob
Description: A juicy chicken leg quarter brushed with Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ sauce and baked or grilled until golden and sticky, paired with a sweet bi-color corn on the cob. This is a classic summer meal that kids absolutely love, with finger-licking BBQ flavor that is mild and sweet rather than spicy.
Sale items used: Fresh Fryer Leg Quarters ($0.69/lb), Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ Sauce ($1.99/18 oz), Sweet Bi-Color Corn ($0.69/6 ears)
Prep time: 10 minutes prep, 40-45 minutes cook time
Serving note: 1 chicken leg quarter (approximately 0.75-1 lb), 1 ear of corn, 2-3 tablespoons BBQ sauce
Recipes:
- Easy BBQ Grilled Chicken Leg Quarters
- Oven-Baked BBQ Chicken Leg Quarters
- BBQ Chicken Leg Quarters

Wednesday
Meal: Homemade Cheeseburgers on King's Hawaiian Buns
Description: A juicy homemade beef patty seasoned simply with salt and pepper, topped with a melted Kraft Single and served on a soft, slightly sweet King's Hawaiian bun with ketchup. The sweet bun and melty cheese make this a kid-favorite cheeseburger that feels like a special treat any night of the week.
Sale items used: Family Pack Fresh Ground Beef ($3.79/lb), King's Hawaiian Buns ($2.50/4-9 ct), Kraft Singles ($2.99/10 oz), Heinz Ketchup ($3.00/38 oz)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: 1 patty made from approximately 4-5 oz ground beef, 1 King's Hawaiian bun, 1 Kraft Single slice, ketchup to taste
Recipes:
- Cheeseburger Sliders Recipe (Baked with Hawaiian Rolls)
- Cheeseburger Sliders with Hawaiian Rolls
- Big Mac–Style Cheeseburger Sliders with Hawaiian Rolls

Thursday
Meal: Crispy Chicken Nuggets with Mac and Cheese and Coleslaw
Description: A plate of Tyson fully cooked crispy chicken nuggets paired with a creamy bowl of Kraft Deluxe Mac and Cheese and a small scoop of Dole coleslaw on the side. This is the ultimate kid-friendly comfort meal with familiar favorites that come together quickly for a stress-free dinner.
Sale items used: Tyson Fully Cooked Chicken Nuggets ($7.99/18-26.05 oz), Kraft Deluxe Mac and Cheese or Velveeta Shells and Cheese ($2.00/9.4-14 oz), Dole Coleslaw ($1.99/lb)
Prep time: 15-20 minutes
Serving note: Approximately 6-8 chicken nuggets (roughly 1/4 of the bag, saved for later meals or snacks), 1 single serving portion of mac and cheese (about 1 cup prepared), 1/2 cup coleslaw with a drizzle of Hidden Valley Ranch or mayo
Recipes:
- Homemade Chicken Nuggets
- Crispy Chicken Nuggets Recipe
- One Pot Chicken Broccoli Mac and Cheese Recipe

Friday
Meal: Hot Dog and Smoked Sausage Bake with Baked Beans-Style Potatoes
Description: A fun oven bake featuring one Oscar Mayer hot dog and a few slices of Eckrich smoked sausage roasted until slightly crispy, served alongside russet potato chunks baked with ketchup and a little brown sugar to mimic a sweet baked beans flavor. This simple Friday night dinner is easy, hearty, and satisfying for a hungry kid.
Sale items used: Oscar Mayer Meat Hot Dogs ($2.99/14-16 oz), Eckrich Fully Cooked Smoked Rope Sausage ($2.99/8.3-14 oz, already purchased Monday), Best Choice Russet Potatoes ($2.00/5 lb bag, already purchased Monday), Heinz Ketchup ($3.00/38 oz, already purchased Wednesday)
Prep time: 10 minutes prep, 30-35 minutes bake time
Serving note: 1 hot dog, 2-3 oz sliced smoked sausage, 1 medium potato cut into chunks, 2 tablespoons ketchup mixed with 1 teaspoon brown sugar and a splash of water for the baked beans-style glaze
Recipes:
- Baked Beans with Smoked Sausage
- Potatoes and Smoked Sausage Bake
- Sausage Green Bean Potato Bake

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh Fryer Leg Quarters (buy 1 lb): $0.69
- Family Pack Fresh Ground Beef (buy 0.5 lb, smallest portion from family pack): $1.90
- Eckrich Fully Cooked Smoked Rope Sausage (1 package, used across Monday and Friday): $2.99
- Oscar Mayer Meat Hot Dogs (1 package, used Friday): $2.99
- Tyson Fully Cooked Chicken Nuggets (1 package, use portion Thursday): $7.99
- Best Choice Russet Potatoes (1 bag, used Monday and Friday): $2.00
- Sweet Bi-Color Corn (1 purchase of 6 ears, use 1 ear Tuesday): $0.69
- Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ Sauce: $1.99
- Kraft Chunk or Shredded Cheese: $2.00
- Kraft Singles: $2.99
- Kraft Deluxe Mac and Cheese or Velveeta Shells and Cheese: $2.00
- Dole Coleslaw (1 lb bag): $1.99
- King's Hawaiian Buns (1 package): $2.50
- Daisy Sour Cream: $2.50
- Heinz Ketchup: $3.00
- Hidden Valley Ranch Salad Dressing (for coleslaw): $2.00

Pantry staples needed:
- Salt and pepper (for seasoning beef patties and potatoes)
- Butter or oil (for baking potatoes and corn)
- Brown sugar (small amount for Friday potato glaze)
- Aluminum foil (for baking chicken and potatoes)

ESTIMATED TOTAL

Review of "Buy on sale" items:
- Fresh Fryer Leg Quarters: $0.69
- Family Pack Fresh Ground Beef (approx. 0.5 lb): $1.90
- Eckrich Smoked Sausage: $2.99
- Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs: $2.99
- Tyson Chicken Nuggets: $7.99
- Best Choice Russet Potatoes: $2.00
- Sweet Bi-Color Corn: $0.69
- Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ Sauce: $1.99
- Kraft Shredded Cheese: $2.00
- Kraft Singles: $2.99
- Kraft Deluxe Mac and Cheese: $2.00
- Dole Coleslaw: $1.99
- King's Hawaiian Buns: $2.50
- Daisy Sour Cream: $2.50
- Heinz Ketchup: $3.00
- Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing: $2.00

Total: $42.22 for 1 person | $42.22 per person

DISCLAIMER

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