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
- 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 St. Louis Style Pork Spareribs: $5.99
- Butterball Ground Turkey: $4.30
- Hebrew National Kosher Beef Franks: $6.89

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

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 skillet and topped with melty Kraft Cheese Singles, tucked into soft sweet hoagie rolls for the perfect kid-friendly slider night. Each person gets 1 slider loaded with cheese and classic toppings like ketchup and mustard, making this a quick and fun weeknight dinner.
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: 1 smash patty per person, 1 hoagie roll each, 2 slices of cheese total - use only a few slices from the Kraft Singles package
Recipes:
- Smash Burger Sliders Recipe
- Easy Smash Burger Sliders With Grilled Onions Recipe
- Smash Burger Sliders – Juicy, Cheesy, and Perfect for Parties

Tuesday
Meal: Oven-Baked BBQ Chicken Leg Quarters with Sweet Corn and Gold Potatoes
Description: Two Publix Chicken Leg Quarters get coated in BBQ sauce and baked in the oven until golden and sticky, paired with roasted gold potatoes and buttery sweet corn on the cob. This is a classic crowd-pleasing plate that kids love to eat with their hands alongside simple, familiar sides.
Sale items used: Publix Chicken Leg Quarters (SURPRISINGLY LOW PRICE - buy 2 pieces), Bulk Sweet Corn ($1.00 ON 5 - buy 2 ears), Gold Potatoes ($1.00), Sticky Fingers Barbecue Sauce ($4.69)
Prep time: 55 minutes (10 min prep, 45 min bake)
Serving note: 1 chicken leg quarter per person, 1 ear of corn each, split the bag of gold potatoes between 2 plates
Recipes:
- BBQ Chicken Sheet Pan Meal
- Baked BBQ Chicken Leg Quarters
- Easy Oven BBQ Chicken and Red Potatoes

Wednesday
Meal: Cheesy Ground Sirloin Taco Bowls with Rice
Description: Seasoned ground sirloin gets browned with mild taco spices and served over fluffy white rice in a bowl, topped with shredded cheese and kid-approved toppings like sour cream and grape tomatoes. This build-your-own bowl format is fun for kids and comes together in under 30 minutes on a busy weeknight.
Sale items used: Ground Sirloin ($2.20 LB - buy 0.5 LB), Kraft Shredded Cheese ($5.29), Grape Tomatoes (SURPRISINGLY LOW PRICE)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 0.5 LB ground sirloin split between 2 bowls, 1 cup cooked rice per person, a small handful of shredded cheese on each bowl
Recipes:
- Easy Taco Rice Bowls with Ground Beef
- Easy Ground Beef Taco Bowls
- Taco Rice Bowl Recipe with Ground Beef

Thursday
Meal: Jack Daniels Pulled Pork Sandwiches with Baked Beans and Cucumber Slices
Description: Tender Jack Daniels Pulled Pork gets warmed on the stovetop and piled high onto soft sweet hoagie rolls with a drizzle of BBQ sauce, served alongside warm Bush's Baked Beans and cool crisp cucumber slices. This is an easy assembly meal that feels like a backyard cookout and kids love the sweet smoky pulled pork flavor.
Sale items used: Jack Daniels Pulled Pork ($2.50), Soft Sweet Hoagie Rolls ($0.70), Bush's Best Baked Beans ($2.00 ON 2 - buy 1 can), Hot House Cucumbers ($3.00), Sticky Fingers Barbecue Sauce ($4.69 - already purchased Tuesday)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: Split the Jack Daniels Pulled Pork package between 2 rolls, serve half a can of baked beans per person, slice a quarter of the cucumber into rounds for each plate
Recipes:
- Jack Daniel's Double Kick Crock Pot Pulled Pork Sandwich
- Jack Daniel's Pulled Pork: Easy, Tender & Juicy Recipe
- Jack Daniels Pulled Pork Sandwich

Friday
Meal: Crispy Tyson Breaded Chicken Strips with Asparagus Fries and Strawberry Parfait Dessert
Description: Tyson Breaded Chicken Strips bake up golden and crispy in the oven while asparagus spears get roasted with a light sprinkle of salt until tender and slightly crispy for a fun veggie kids will actually try. For dessert, layer Chobani Greek Yogurt with fresh strawberries and a drizzle of honey in a cup for a simple and colorful parfait that feels like a treat.
Sale items used: Tyson Breaded Chicken ($11.99), Asparagus ($1.00 LB - buy 0.5 LB), Strawberries ($4.99), Chobani Greek Yogurt ($6.70 ON 10 - buy 2 cups)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: 4 to 5 chicken strips per person, a small bundle of asparagus spears each, 1 Greek yogurt cup per person layered with a handful of sliced strawberries
Recipes:
- Tyson Crispy Chicken Strips - Air Fryer Chicken Recipes
- Crispy Chicken Strips
- Lightly Breaded Chicken Strips

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Publix Garlic Butter Beef Smash Patties (2 patties): $1.50
- Soft Sweet Hoagie Rolls (used Monday and Thursday - buy a 4-pack): $1.40
- Kraft Cheese Singles: $5.99
- Publix Chicken Leg Quarters (2 pieces): est. $3.00
- Bulk Sweet Corn (2 ears): $0.40
- Gold Potatoes (1 bag): $1.00
- Sticky Fingers Barbecue Sauce: $4.69
- Ground Sirloin (0.5 LB): $1.10
- Kraft Shredded Cheese: $5.29
- Grape Tomatoes: est. $1.50
- Jack Daniels Pulled Pork: $2.50
- Bush's Best Baked Beans (1 can - note: sale is 2 for $5, buy 2 to get deal): $5.00
- Hot House Cucumbers: $3.00
- Tyson Breaded Chicken: $11.99
- Asparagus (0.5 LB): $0.50
- Strawberries: $4.99
- Chobani Greek Yogurt (2 cups - note: sale is 10 for $10, buy 2 at $1.00 each): $2.00

Pantry staples needed:
- White rice (1 cup dry)
- Taco seasoning (mild packet)
- Butter (for corn and potatoes)
- Olive oil or cooking spray (for roasting)
- Salt and pepper
- Ketchup and mustard (for sliders)
- Sour cream (optional taco bowl topping)
- Honey (optional parfait drizzle)
- Garlic powder (for asparagus fries)

ESTIMATED TOTAL

Review of "Buy on sale" items: $1.50 + $1.40 + $5.99 + $3.00 + $0.40 + $1.00 + $4.69 + $1.10 + $5.29 + $1.50 + $2.50 + $5.00 + $3.00 + $11.99 + $0.50 + $4.99 + $2.00 = $55.85

Total: $55.85 for 2 people | $27.93 per person

DISCLAIMER

Prices and availability are based on the national sales flyer and may vary by location. Check your local Publix store (#1638, Madison Commons Shopping Center) for actual pricing. Items marked "SURPRISINGLY LOW PRICE" do not have a listed price in the flyer and will need to be verified in store. The Bush's Baked Beans deal requires buying 2 cans to receive the sale price - the second can is a great pantry item to keep on hand.