Publix Kid-Friendly Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Publix Pork St. Louis Style Spareribs (Whole In the Bag, Frozen) - BOGO
- Hillshire Farm Smoked Sausage or Polska Kielbasa (12 to 14-oz pkg.) - BOGO
- Smithfield Bacon (12 or 16-oz pkg.) - BOGO (Save up to 7.68)
- Nathan's Famous Beef Franks (10 to 12-oz pkg.) - BOGO
- Publix Garlic Butter Beef Smash Patties (12-oz tray) - $7.49
- GreenWise Pork Loin Back Ribs (Raised Without Antibiotics) - $7.49/lb
- Publix Pork Boston Butt Roast (Bone-In) - $2.99/lb
- Whole Brisket (With Point, In-the-Bag, Publix USDA Choice Beef) - $5.99/lb
- Publix Assorted Pork Loin Chops (8 Chops per Package) - $3.99/lb
- Publix Chicken Breast Kabobs (With Vegetables) - $11.99/lb
- Hatfield Pork Tenderloin (Or Pork Loin Filet, 18.4 or 22-oz pkg.) - BOGO (Save up to 9.49)
- Ball Park Franks (14 to 15-oz pkg.) - BOGO
- Johnsville Brats (Or Sausage or Kielbasa; or Links, 12 to 14-oz pkg.) - BOGO
- Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (Grade A, No Antibiotics Ever) - BOGO
- Farmer Focus Chicken Party Wings (Organic & Free Range) - BOGO
- Ribeye Steak (Bone-In, Publix USDA Choice Beef) - $12.99/lb
- Top Round London Broil (Publix USDA Choice Beef) - $7.99/lb
- Tilapia Fillets (Fresh, Responsibly Sourced, Farmed) - $7.99/lb
- White Shrimp (Colossal, Responsibly Sourced, Farmed, Previously Frozen) - $9.99/lb
- Salmon Select Cuts (Fresh, Responsibly Sourced, Farmed, 5.25-oz each) - $6.99
- Ground Chuck (Publix Beef, USDA-Inspected, 3-lbs or More Package) - $6.99/lb
- Springer Mountain Farms Ground Chicken (99% Fat Free, 16-oz pkg.) - $3.99
- Prairie Fresh Pork St. Louis Style Spareribs (Hickory BBQ Seasoned) - BOGO
- GreenWise Smoked Chicken Sausage (12-oz pkg.) - $5.59
- GreenWise Italian Chicken Sausage (Mild, Hot, or Mild With Kale, 16-oz tray) - $5.99
- Greenfield Natural Meat Co. Bacon (2.3 or 12-oz pkg.) - 2 for $12.00
- Hormel Entrees (Fully Cooked, 15-oz pkg.) - $7.99
- Publix Gourmet Beef Patties (Regular, Thick, or Angus, 24 or 32-oz pkg.) - $8.99
- Dakota Organic Ground Beef (100% Grass Fed, USDA Inspected, 16-oz pkg.) - $8.99
- GreenWise Lamb Loin Chops (Raised Without Antibiotics, Product of Australia) - $10.99/lb
- GreenWise Sockeye Salmon Fillets (Wild, Sustainably Sourced, Frozen, 12-oz pkg.) - $15.99
- Margaritaville Shrimp Appetizers (Frozen, 8 or 10-oz box) - BOGO
- Publix Stuffed Jalapeno Peppers (Bacon-Wrapped) - $8.99/lb
- Publix Potato Skins (With Cream Cheese, Cheddar Cheese, and Bacon) - $8.99/lb
- Publix Gourmet Meatballs (Bacon & Cheddar) - $8.99/lb
- Publix Mild Pork Italian Sausage (Our Exclusive Recipe, 20-oz pkg.) - $5.69
- GreenWise Uncured Pork Bacon (Raised Without Antibiotics, 8-oz pkg.) - $4.49
- Curly's Pulled Pork (Or Pulled Chicken or Pork Carnitas, 12 to 16-oz tub) - $5.99
- Publix Pork Picnic Half - $1.99/lb
- Johnsonville Sausage Links (Or Ground Sausage, 16 or 19-oz pkg.) - $3.99

Vegetables on sale:
- Bulk Sweet Corn - 5 for $3.00
- Bush's Best Baked Beans (Or Grillin', 21.7 to 28-oz can) - 2 for $5.00
- Pero Family Farms Snipped Green Beans (Washed & Ready to Use, Microwavable Bag, 12-oz pkg.) - 2 for $5.00
- Publix Idaho Russet Potatoes (5-lb bag; or Vidalia Sweet Onions, 3-lb bag) - $3.99
- Hass Avocados (California Grown, each) - 4 for $5.00
- Baby Seedless Cucumbers (16-oz pkg.) - BOGO
- Fresh Express Salad Blends (Or Salad Kit or Chopped Kit, 5 to 13.3-oz pkg.) - BOGO
- Tomato Medley (1-pt pkg.) - BOGO
- Potato Inspirations Potatoes (Honey Gold, American Medley, or Enchanted Rose, Bite-Size, 24-oz bag) - BOGO
- Brussels Sprouts (Delicious Steamed, Grilled, or Roasted, each pkg.) - $2.99
- Nature's Own Hamburger Buns (Or 100% Whole Wheat; or Hot Dog Butter Buns, 8-ct., 15 or 16-oz bag) - BOGO
- Publix Red Seedless Watermelon Chunks (Made Fresh Daily In-Store) - BOGO
- Large Red Seedless Watermelon - $7.99 each
- Small Red Seedless Watermelon - $5.99 each
- Navel Oranges - $1.69/lb
- White Seedless Grapes - $3.99/lb
- Tree-Ripened Peaches or Nectarines (California-Grown, Yellow or White Flesh Varieties) - $3.49/lb
- Cherries (Extra Large and Extra Sweet) - $5.99/lb
- GreenWise Organic Yellow Onions (3-lb bag) - $4.99
- GreenWise Organic Whole Carrots (1-lb bag) - $1.69
- GreenWise Organic Zucchini Squash (2-ct. tray) - $2.99
- GreenWise Organic Sliced Shiitake Mushrooms (5-oz pkg.) - $4.99
- Simply Lemonade (Or Lemonade With Strawberry or Raspberry or Light; or Juice Drink, 52-oz cont.) - 2 for $5.00

5-DAY MEAL PLANMonday

Meal: Classic Smash Cheeseburgers with Sweet Corn on the Cob
Description: Juicy, crispy-edged smash burgers made from sale Ground Chuck, served on toasted Nature's Own hamburger buns with melted cheese, ketchup, and kid-friendly toppings. Fresh bulk sweet corn rounds out this all-American backyard dinner that kids absolutely love.
Sale items used: Ground Chuck ($6.99/lb), Nature's Own Hamburger Buns (BOGO), Bulk Sweet Corn (5 for $3.00), Sargento Cheese Slices (BOGO)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use about 1/2 lb Ground Chuck total for 2 people, making 2 smash patties (or 2 doubles). Buy 2 ears of corn. Use 2 hamburger buns. Open the BOGO buns and freeze the second package.
Recipes:
- [Smash Burger Recipe - Natasha's Kitchen]
- [Smash Burgers with the Works - Food Network]
- [Homemade Smash Burger - Your Home Based Mom]

Tuesday
Meal: Honey Garlic Grilled Chicken Breast Kabobs with Rice
Description: Tender chunks of Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast marinated in a simple honey-garlic sauce, threaded onto skewers with colorful fresh vegetables and grilled until juicy. Something about putting food on a stick always makes it a little more fun for kids - you might just encourage your kid to gnaw on a piece of pepper if they can enjoy it from a stick.
Sale items used: Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (BOGO), GreenWise Organic Zucchini Squash ($2.99), Tomato Medley (BOGO)
Prep time: 45 minutes (including 30-min marinade)
Serving note: Use about 1/2 lb chicken breast for 2 people, making 4 to 6 skewers. Serve over 1 cup dry rice (makes 2 cups cooked). Use 1 zucchini and a handful of tomatoes.
Recipes:
- [Grilled Chicken Kabobs - Dinner at the Zoo]
- [Grilled Chicken Kabobs with Fajita Marinade - On My Kids Plate]
- [Kid-Friendly Hawaiian Chicken Kebabs - American Heart Association]

Wednesday
Meal: Kielbasa and Potato Skillet with Sweet Corn
Description: Sliced Hillshire Farm Smoked Sausage or Polska Kielbasa pan-fried until golden and tossed with diced Publix Idaho Russet Potatoes, onion, and a simple sweet-savory glaze. This is a hearty and kid-friendly kielbasa dinner that's ready in under 40 minutes - tender pan-fried kielbasa with seasoned potatoes and onions.
Sale items used: Hillshire Farm Smoked Sausage or Polska Kielbasa (BOGO), Publix Idaho Russet Potatoes ($3.99), Bulk Sweet Corn (5 for $3.00)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use half of one 12-14 oz pkg kielbasa (freeze the second BOGO package). Use 2 medium russet potatoes, diced. Add 1 ear of corn, cut off the cob and stirred in at the end. Serves 2 generously.
Recipes:
- [Potato Kielbasa Skillet - Taste of Home]
- [Kielbasa and Potatoes Recipe - Mom Foodie]
- [Easy Kielbasa Skillet with Potatoes and Veggies - My Homemade Roots]

Thursday
Meal: Baked Lemon Garlic Butter Tilapia with Simple Green Beans
Description: Fresh Tilapia Fillets baked in a buttery lemon-garlic sauce until flaky and tender, served alongside microwavable Pero Family Farms Green Beans for a fuss-free, wholesome weeknight dinner. Perfect for busy nights - prep takes just about ten minutes, and the fish cooks in about twenty, leaving you enough time to set the table and make an easy side dish.
Sale items used: Tilapia Fillets ($7.99/lb), Pero Family Farms Snipped Green Beans (2 for $5.00)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Purchase about 3/4 lb tilapia (roughly 2 fillets) for 2 people. Use 1 bag (12 oz) of the Pero green beans, microwaved per package directions. Squeeze half a lemon over the fish before serving.
Recipes:
- [Baked Lemon Garlic Tilapia - The Kitchn]
- [Baked Tilapia with Herb Butter - Food Network Kitchen]
- [Baked Tilapia with Tomatoes and Potatoes - Food Network Kitchen]

Friday
Meal: Homemade Corn Dogs with Ground Beef Tacos (Taco Bar / Fun Friday Night)
Description: In less than 15 minutes, you can make homemade corn dogs with a simple, delicious cornmeal batter using Nathan's Famous Beef Franks - pair with a mini taco bar using seasoned Ground Chuck for a build-your-own Friday night fiesta that kids ages 5 to 12 will absolutely love. Let the kids assemble their own tacos with shredded cheese, avocado, and tomato for a fun interactive meal.
Sale items used: Nathan's Famous Beef Franks (BOGO), Ground Chuck ($6.99/lb), Hass Avocados (4 for $5.00), Tomato Medley (BOGO), Sargento Cheese Slices (BOGO)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 4 beef franks for 2 people to make corn dogs. Use 1/3 lb ground chuck for 4 to 6 small tacos between 2 people. Slice 1 avocado and set out a handful of tomatoes. Keep the remaining Nathan's franks in the freezer.
Recipes:
- [Homemade Corn Dogs - Fifteen Spatulas]
- [Corn Dogs - Food Network Kitchen]
- [Easy Ground Beef Tacos - Inspired Taste]

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Ground Chuck, ~1 lb total (Mon + Fri) - $6.99/lb
- Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts BOGO - use ~1/2 lb, freeze rest
- Hillshire Farm Polska Kielbasa BOGO (12-14 oz pkg) - use 1, freeze 1
- Nathan's Famous Beef Franks BOGO (10-12 oz pkg) - use 4 franks, freeze rest
- Tilapia Fillets, ~3/4 lb - $7.99/lb
- Sargento Cheese Slices BOGO (6 to 8-oz pkg) - use 1, save 1
- Nature's Own Hamburger Buns BOGO (8-ct., 15 to 16-oz bag) - use 1 bag, freeze 1
- Bulk Sweet Corn x3 ears - 5 for $3.00
- Pero Family Farms Snipped Green Beans x1 bag (12 oz) - 2 for $5.00
- Publix Idaho Russet Potatoes 5-lb bag - $3.99
- GreenWise Organic Zucchini Squash (2-ct. tray) - $2.99
- Tomato Medley BOGO (1-pt pkg) - use 1, save 1
- Hass Avocados x2 - 4 for $5.00

Pantry staples needed:
- Butter (1 stick)
- Olive oil or vegetable oil (about 1/2 cup total across the week)
- Salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, dried thyme
- Taco seasoning or: chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, oregano
- Tomato paste (1 small can)
- Soy sauce or honey (for kabob marinade)
- Lemon x1 (for tilapia)
- White rice, 1 cup dry (for kabob night)
- Cornmeal, ~1 cup (for corn dogs)
- All-purpose flour, ~1/2 cup (for corn dogs)
- Buttermilk or regular milk, ~1 cup (for corn dog batter)
- 1 egg (for corn dog batter)
- Wooden skewers x8 to 10
- Ketchup, mustard (for burgers and corn dogs)
- Shredded cheese or mild cheddar, small bag (for tacos)
- Sour cream, small container (for tacos - optional)
- Taco shells or small flour tortillas, 1 pack

DISCLAIMER

Prices and availability are based on the Publix weekly sales flyer valid May 20 to May 26, 2026 for the Madison Commons Shopping Center (Store #1638), 350 Hughes Rd, Madison, AL 35758. Prices and availability may vary by location. BOGO deals require purchase of two items; the second item is free of equal or lesser price. Quantity limits per household may apply. Check your local Publix store for actual pricing and availability.