Publix Kid-Friendly Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Publix Garlic Butter Beef Smash Patties: $1.50
- Publix Chicken Leg Quarters: SURPRISINGLY LOW PRICE
- Ground Sirloin: $2.20 LB
- Jack Daniels Pulled Pork: $2.50
- Tyson Breaded Chicken: $11.99
- Publix Pork Italian Sausage: $1.00
- Publix Smokehouse Marinated Pork Belly: $1.00
- Springer Mountain Farms Ground Chicken Breast: $0.50
- Publix Extra Lean Pork Loin Tenderloins: $2.00 LB
- Publix Chicken Breast Kabobs: $2.00 LB
- Boneless Chuck Roast: $3.00 LB
- LP Catfish Fillets: $3.99 LB
- Publix Chicken Wings: $3.99
- Publix St. Louis Style Pork Spareribs: $5.99
- Hebrew National Kosher Beef Franks: $6.89
- Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts: $6.99 LB

Vegetables on sale:
- Bulk Sweet Corn: $1.00 ON 5
- Gold Potatoes: $1.00
- Asparagus: $1.00 LB
- Publix Idaho Russet Potatoes: $2.00
- Hot House Cucumbers: $3.00
- Beefsteak Tomatoes: SURPRISINGLY LOW PRICE
- Grape Tomatoes: SURPRISINGLY LOW PRICE
- Vidalia Sweet White Onions: $2.00
- Publix Steed Prewashed Mushrooms: $3.00 ON 2
- Red, Yellow, or Orange Bell Peppers: $2.99 LB

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Cheesy Smash Burger Sliders
Description: Two juicy Publix Garlic Butter Beef Smash Patties get pressed flat on a hot pan and topped with melted Kraft cheese singles, served on soft sweet hoagie rolls. This is a classic kid-favorite meal with gooey cheese and buttery buns that any child aged 5-12 will absolutely love.
Sale items used: Publix Garlic Butter Beef Smash Patties ($1.50), Kraft Cheese Singles ($5.99), Soft Sweet Hoagie Rolls ($0.70)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: 2 smash patties on 2 hoagie rolls with 2 cheese singles - perfect single-serving kid meal
Recipes:
- Easy Smash Burger Sliders With Grilled Onions Recipe
- Cheeseburger Sliders (Baked Sliders Recipe)
- Cheeseburger Sliders (Easy, 30-min Recipe)

Tuesday
Meal: Oven-Baked BBQ Chicken Leg Quarters with Sweet Corn and Gold Potatoes
Description: One Publix Chicken Leg Quarter is coated in Sticky Fingers BBQ sauce and baked until golden and tender, served alongside one ear of sweet corn and a small portion of roasted gold potatoes. This is a simple and satisfying meal with familiar flavors that kids love, requiring almost no complicated prep.
Sale items used: Publix Chicken Leg Quarters (SURPRISINGLY LOW PRICE), Bulk Sweet Corn ($1.00 ON 5 - use 1 ear), Gold Potatoes ($1.00), Sticky Fingers Barbecue Sauce ($4.69)
Prep time: 45 minutes
Serving note: 1 chicken leg quarter, 1 ear of corn, and roughly 2-3 small gold potatoes roasted for one child-sized plate
Recipes:
- BBQ Chicken Sheet Pan Meal
- Baked BBQ Chicken Leg Quarters
- BBQ Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

Wednesday
Meal: Cheesy Ground Sirloin Taco Bowls with Rice
Description: A small portion of seasoned ground sirloin is browned in a pan and served over fluffy white rice with Kraft shredded cheese melted right on top. Kids can customize their bowl with simple toppings like grape tomatoes and this laid-back bowl format makes mealtime feel fun and interactive.
Sale items used: Ground Sirloin ($2.20 LB - use 1/4 LB), Kraft Shredded Cheese ($5.29), Grape Tomatoes (SURPRISINGLY LOW PRICE)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: 1/4 LB ground sirloin over 1/2 cup cooked rice, topped with a generous handful of shredded cheese - right-sized for one child
Recipes:
- Easy Taco Rice Bowls with Ground Beef
- Easy Ground Beef Taco Bowls
- One Pot Taco Rice Dinner

Thursday
Meal: Jack Daniels Pulled Pork Sandwiches with Baked Beans and Cucumber Slices
Description: Ready-made Jack Daniels Pulled Pork is warmed up and piled high on a soft sweet hoagie roll for a super easy BBQ sandwich kids will devour. On the side, a small portion of Bush's Best Baked Beans and fresh cool cucumber slices round out the plate with zero fuss.
Sale items used: Jack Daniels Pulled Pork ($2.50), Soft Sweet Hoagie Rolls ($0.70), Bush's Best Baked Beans ($2.00 ON 2 - use half a can), Hot House Cucumbers ($3.00 - use a few slices)
Prep time: 10 minutes
Serving note: About 4-5 oz of pulled pork on 1 hoagie roll, 1/3 cup baked beans, and 4-5 cucumber slices for one child
Recipes:
- Jack Daniel's Double Kick Crock Pot Pulled Pork Sandwich
- Jack Daniels Pulled Pork Sandwiches
- Jack Daniels Pulled Pork Recipe

Friday
Meal: Crispy Tyson Breaded Chicken Strips with Asparagus Fries and Strawberry Parfait Dessert
Description: A few Tyson Breaded Chicken Strips are baked until extra crispy and served alongside asparagus spears seasoned and roasted like fries, making veggies feel like a fun treat. For dessert, a simple strawberry parfait is layered with fresh strawberries and Chobani Greek yogurt with a drizzle of honey for a sweet and colorful finish kids will be excited about.
Sale items used: Tyson Breaded Chicken ($11.99), Asparagus ($1.00 LB - use a small handful), Strawberries ($4.99), Chobani Greek Yogurt ($6.70 ON 10 - use 1 cup)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 3-4 chicken strips, 6-8 asparagus spears, and one small parfait cup layered with yogurt and strawberries for one child
Recipes:
- Tyson Crispy Chicken Strips - Air Fryer
- Crispy Chicken Strips
- Lightly Breaded Chicken Strips

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Publix Garlic Butter Beef Smash Patties: $1.50
- Soft Sweet Hoagie Rolls (2 rolls used across Monday and Thursday): $1.40
- Kraft Cheese Singles (small pack): $5.99
- Publix Chicken Leg Quarters (1 piece): est. $1.50
- Bulk Sweet Corn (1 ear from 5 for $1.00 deal): $0.20
- Gold Potatoes (small bag): $1.00
- Sticky Fingers Barbecue Sauce: $4.69
- Ground Sirloin (1/4 LB): $0.55
- Kraft Shredded Cheese (small bag): $5.29
- Grape Tomatoes (small container): est. $1.00
- Jack Daniels Pulled Pork: $2.50
- Bush's Best Baked Beans (1 can from 2 for $5 deal): $2.50
- Hot House Cucumbers (1 cucumber): $3.00
- Tyson Breaded Chicken (1 box): $11.99
- Asparagus (small bunch, approx 0.5 LB): $0.50
- Strawberries (1 container): $4.99
- Chobani Greek Yogurt (1 cup from 10 for $10 deal): $1.00

Pantry staples needed:
- White rice (for Wednesday taco bowl)
- Taco seasoning or basic spices (cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper)
- Olive oil or cooking spray (for roasting potatoes and asparagus)
- Honey (optional drizzle for Friday parfait)
- Ketchup and/or mustard (for Monday sliders)

ESTIMATED TOTAL

Total: $49.61 for 1 person | $49.61 per person

DISCLAIMER

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