Publix Gluten-Free Meal Plan

BUDGET RATIONALE

Protein ranking (most economical to most expensive per serving for 4 people):
- Publix Pork Picnic Half at $2.49/lb - roughly 2 lbs needed, about $4.98 total, approximately $1.25 per serving
- GreenWise Ground Chicken (16-oz tray) at $3.99 per tray - one tray feeds 4 as part of a mixed dish, approximately $1.00 per serving
- Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts at $4.49/lb - roughly 2 lbs for 4 people, about $8.98 total, approximately $2.25 per serving
- GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops (Boneless) at $6.49/lb - roughly 1.5 lbs for 4 people, about $9.74 total, approximately $2.44 per serving
- Publix Tuna Steaks (Frozen, 12-oz pkg.) at $5.99 per package - two packages for 4 people (24 oz total), about $11.98 total, approximately $3.00 per serving
- Ground Sirloin at $8.99/lb - roughly 1.5 lbs for 4 people, about $13.49 total, approximately $3.37 per serving
- GreenWise Flounder Fillets (Frozen, 12-oz pkg.) at $7.99 per package - two packages for 4 people, about $15.98 total, approximately $4.00 per serving
- White Shrimp (Large) at $6.99/lb - roughly 2 lbs for 4 people, about $13.98 total, approximately $3.50 per serving
- GreenWise Lamb Shoulder Blade Chops at $9.49/lb - roughly 2 lbs for 4 people, about $18.98 total, approximately $4.75 per serving
- GreenWise 92% Lean Ground Beef at $10.99/lb - roughly 1.5 lbs for 4 people, about $16.49 total, approximately $4.12 per serving
- GreenWise Organic Chicken Breast Fillets at $7.99/lb - roughly 2 lbs for 4 people, about $15.98 total, approximately $4.00 per serving
- Salmon Fillets (Fresh) at $11.99/lb - roughly 2 lbs for 4 people, about $23.98 total, approximately $6.00 per serving
- GreenWise Angus Top Sirloin Steak (Boneless) at $12.99/lb - roughly 2 lbs for 4 people, about $25.98 total, approximately $6.50 per serving
- Sirloin Tri-Tip Roast at $13.99/lb - roughly 2 lbs for 4 people, about $27.98 total, approximately $7.00 per serving
- New York Strip Steak (Boneless) at $15.99/lb - roughly 2 lbs for 4 people, about $31.98 total, approximately $8.00 per serving

Why these meals: This week's plan leans hard on four genuinely affordable proteins to keep the total in check. GreenWise Ground Chicken at $3.99 a tray is the standout bargain, anchoring Monday's skillet dinner for about a dollar a serving. Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts at $4.49/lb give you a second chicken night on Wednesday at roughly $2.25 per serving, and the Publix Pork Picnic Half at $2.49/lb is one of the cheapest cuts on the entire flyer, making Thursday's braised pork dinner the most economical night of the week at around $1.25 per serving. GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops at $6.49/lb round out Tuesday as a solid mid-week value at about $2.44 per serving. Friday earns the one premium night with White Shrimp at $6.99/lb - it is the least expensive of the seafood and steak options on this flyer, and at roughly $3.50 per serving it is a meaningful step up from the weekday proteins without blowing the budget. Salmon, sirloin, and strip steak were all deliberately skipped because their per-serving costs would have pushed the weekly total well past the ceiling.

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: GreenWise Ground Chicken and Broccoli Rice Skillet
Description: Ground chicken is browned in a skillet with garlic and olive oil, then tossed with steamed broccoli and cooked rice for a simple, satisfying one-pan dinner. The Kraft Shredded Cheese is melted over the top just before serving for a creamy finish.
Sale items used: GreenWise Ground Chicken (16-oz tray), Broccoli (each bunch), Kraft Shredded Cheese (6 to 8-oz pkg.)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: 1 tray (16 oz) GreenWise Ground Chicken, 1 bunch broccoli, 1 pkg Kraft Shredded Cheese (buy 2 for $6.00, use 1 pkg this night and reserve the second for another use). Serve over 2 cups dry rice cooked from pantry.
Recipes:
- One-Pan Chicken Broccoli Rice (Gluten Free & Dairy Free)

Tuesday
Meal: Pan-Seared GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops with Green Beans and Campari Tomatoes
Description: Boneless pork loin chops are seasoned with garlic powder and smoked paprika, then seared in a hot skillet until golden and cooked through. Fresh green beans are sauteed alongside and finished with halved Campari tomatoes for a bright, colorful plate.
Sale items used: GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops (Boneless), Publix Green Beans (1-lb bag), Campari Tomatoes (1-lb pkg.)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: 1.5 lbs GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops (about 6 oz per person), 1 bag (1 lb) Publix Green Beans, 1 pkg Campari Tomatoes (BOGO - pay for 1 pkg at the register and receive the second free; use 1 pkg tonight and reserve the second for snacking or salads).
Recipes:
- Pan Seared Pork Chops with Green Beans and Mushrooms and Mashed New Potatoes
- Pan Seared Pork Chops

Wednesday
Meal: Baked Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts with Sweet Corn and Baby Bella Mushrooms
Description: Chicken breasts are coated in olive oil, garlic, and Italian seasoning, then baked in the oven until juicy and cooked through. Sliced Baby Bella mushrooms are roasted on the same sheet pan alongside fresh sweet corn cut from the cob for a complete, hands-off dinner.
Sale items used: Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, Publix Baby Bella Mushrooms (Sliced, 8-oz pkg.), Bulk Sweet Corn (each)
Prep time: 45 minutes
Serving note: 2 lbs Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (about 8 oz per person), 2 pkgs Publix Baby Bella Mushrooms at 2 for $4.00 (both pkgs used this night), 4 ears Bulk Sweet Corn at 5 for $3.00 (pay $3.00 for 5 ears, use 4 tonight).
Recipes:
- Baked Mushroom Chicken

Thursday
Meal: Braised Publix Pork Picnic Half with Brussels Sprouts and Potato Inspirations Potatoes
Description: A portion of pork picnic is braised low and slow in the oven with chicken broth, garlic, and herbs until tender and deeply savory. Potato Inspirations bite-size potatoes and Brussels sprouts are roasted in the same oven during the final 30 minutes for a hearty, complete meal.
Sale items used: Publix Pork Picnic Half, Broccoli (each bunch, or Brussels Sprouts, each pkg.), Potato Inspirations Potatoes (Bite-Size, 24-oz bag)
Prep time: 20 minutes active, approximately 2.5 hours total - make-ahead note: start the braise early in the afternoon or braise the pork the night before and reheat gently; the potatoes and Brussels sprouts roast in 25 to 30 minutes and can go in while the pork rests.
Serving note: 2 lbs Publix Pork Picnic Half, 1 pkg Brussels Sprouts, 1 bag Potato Inspirations Potatoes (BOGO - pay for 1 bag and receive the second free; use 1 bag tonight and reserve the second for another meal).

Friday
Meal: Sauteed White Shrimp with Fresh Attitude Spring Mix Salad and Avocado
Description: Large white shrimp are quickly sauteed in olive oil with garlic, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes until pink and slightly caramelized at the edges. They are served over a Fresh Attitude spring mix salad topped with sliced green avocado and a drizzle of Kraft Dressing for a light but satisfying Friday dinner.
Sale items used: White Shrimp (Large, 31 to 35 per Pound), Fresh Attitude Salads (Spring Mix, 5-oz pkg.), Green Avocados (each), Kraft Dressing (14 or 16-oz bot.)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: 2 lbs White Shrimp (about 8 oz per person, approximately 8 to 9 shrimp per serving), 2 pkgs Fresh Attitude Salads at 2 for $6.00 (both pkgs used tonight), 2 Green Avocados at 2 for $5.00 (both used tonight, half an avocado per person), 1 bottle Kraft Dressing (BOGO - pay for 1 bottle and receive the second free; use 1 bottle this week and reserve the second).
Recipes:
- Quick Cold Shrimp & Avocado Salad (No Mayo)
- Ultimate Shrimp and Avocado Salad: A Delicious No-Cook Meal

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- GreenWise Ground Chicken (1 tray, 16 oz): $3.99
- Kraft Shredded Cheese (2 pkgs at 2 for $6.00): $6.00
- Broccoli - 1 bunch Monday, 1 pkg Brussels Sprouts Thursday (2 for $6.00): $6.00
- Publix Green Beans (1-lb bag): $2.99
- Campari Tomatoes (1-lb pkg., BOGO - pay for 1): $0.00 - note: BOGO base price not listed, excluded per pricing rules
- GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops (1.5 lbs at $6.49/lb): $9.74
- Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (2 lbs at $4.49/lb): $8.98
- Publix Baby Bella Mushrooms (2 pkgs at 2 for $4.00): $4.00
- Bulk Sweet Corn (5 ears at 5 for $3.00): $3.00
- Publix Pork Picnic Half (2 lbs at $2.49/lb): $4.98
- Potato Inspirations Potatoes (1 bag, BOGO - pay for 1): $0.00 - note: BOGO base price not listed, excluded per pricing rules
- White Shrimp (Large, 2 lbs at $6.99/lb): $13.98
- Fresh Attitude Salads (2 pkgs at 2 for $6.00): $6.00
- Green Avocados (2 each at 2 for $5.00): $5.00
- Kraft Dressing (1 bottle, BOGO - pay for 1): $0.00 - note: BOGO base price not listed, excluded per pricing rules

Revised Buy on sale (removing items with no base price per pricing rules):

Buy on sale:
- GreenWise Ground Chicken (1 tray, 16 oz): $3.99
- Kraft Shredded Cheese (2 pkgs at 2 for $6.00): $6.00
- Broccoli 1 bunch and Brussels Sprouts 1 pkg (2 for $6.00): $6.00
- Publix Green Beans (1-lb bag): $2.99
- GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops (1.5 lbs at $6.49/lb): $9.74
- Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (2 lbs at $4.49/lb): $8.98
- Publix Baby Bella Mushrooms (2 pkgs at 2 for $4.00): $4.00
- Bulk Sweet Corn (5 ears at 5 for $3.00): $3.00
- Publix Pork Picnic Half (2 lbs at $2.49/lb): $4.98
- White Shrimp (Large, 2 lbs at $6.99/lb): $13.98
- Fresh Attitude Salads (2 pkgs at 2 for $6.00): $6.00
- Green Avocados (2 each at 2 for $5.00): $5.00

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Garlic (fresh or minced)
- Salt and black pepper
- Smoked paprika
- Italian seasoning (gluten-free certified)
- Red pepper flakes
- Lemon juice
- Chicken broth (gluten-free certified)
- Dried herbs (thyme, rosemary, or bay leaf for braise)
- Long-grain white rice (2 cups dry)
- Gluten-free salad dressing or use Kraft Dressing from sale