Publix Kid-Friendly Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Publix St. Louis Style Pork Spareribs: BOGO
- Publix Ground Chuck: $1.79/lb
- Publix Assorted Pork Loin Chops: $3.99/lb
- Publix Stuffed Jalapeno Peppers: $4.99/lb
- Publix Potato Skins: $5.99/lb
- Publix Mild Pork Italian Sausage: $3.99/lb
- Publix Seasoned Beef Meatballs: $4.99/lb
- Publix Medium Shrimp Platter: $7.99 each
- Margaritaville Shrimp Appetizers: $5.99 each
- Publix Salmon Meal for One: $7.99 each
- White Shrimp: $11.99/lb
- Butterball Ground Turkey: $4.99/lb
- GreenWise Sockeye Salmon Fillets: $17.99/lb
- Steakhouse Elite Ground Beef Burgers: $12.99 for 2 (13-oz pkg)
- Publix Pork Boston Butt Roast: $1.29/lb
- Whole Brisket: $3.99/lb
- Farmer Focus Chicken Party Wings: BOGO
- Wallis Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts: $2.99/lb
- Prairie Fresh Pork St. Louis Style Spareribs: $4.99/lb
- Shire Farm Smoked Sausage: $3.99 each
- Oscar Mayer Franks: $3.49 each
- Oscar Mayer Bacon: $3.99 each
- Publix Beef Smash Patties: $7.49 each
- Springer Mountain Farms Chicken Breast Strips: $6.99 each
- GreenWise Angus New York Strip Steak: $20.99/lb
- GreenWise Italian Chicken Sausage: $5.99 each
- GreenWise Ground Chicken: $3.99 each
- Publix Chicken Leg Quarters: $0.99/lb
- Publix Orange Blossom Honey: $1.89 each
- Salmon Select Cuts: $8.99/lb
- Demakes Bros. Skewers: $9.99 each
- Publix Swai Fillets: $6.99/lb

Vegetables on sale:
- Tree Ripened Peaches or Nectarines: $1.99/lb
- Red or Black Plums: $1.99/lb
- Honeycrisp Apples: 2 for $5.99
- Blackberries: 3 for $10.00
- Red Seedless Watermelon: $4.99 each
- Red or White Seedless Grapes: $2.99/lb
- Cherries: $4.99/lb
- Strawberries: 3 for $10.00
- Bee Blueberries: 2 for $10.00
- Fresh Express Salad Blends: 2 for $6.99
- Tomatoes on the Vine: $1.99/lb
- Asparagus: $2.99/lb
- Publix Idaho Russet Potatoes: $3.99 for 5 lb bag
- Broccoli: $2.99 each
- Publix Tricolor Peppers: $3.99 for 3-ct pkg
- Broccoli Florets: 3 for $10.00
- GreenWise Organic Gala or Fuji Apples: $2.99 for 2 lb bag
- Publix Baby Cut Carrots: 4 for $5.00
- Bulk Sweet Corn: 5 for $3.25
- Publix Red Seedless Watermelon Chunks: BOGO

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Cheesy Ground Chuck Cheeseburgers with Sweet Corn on the Cob
Description: Juicy homemade cheeseburgers made with fresh Publix Ground Chuck, seasoned simply with salt and pepper, and topped with melty cheese slices on toasted hamburger buns - a classic kid favorite. Served alongside buttery sweet corn on the cob for a fun and filling summer meal that kids aged 5-12 will love.
Sale items used: Publix Ground Chuck ($1.79/lb), Borden Cheese Singles ($2.99 each), Hamburger Buns ($1.99 each), Bulk Sweet Corn (5 for $3.25)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 1 lb ground chuck makes 2 generous patties (1/2 lb each), 2 corn cobs (buy 2 from the 5 for $3.25 deal), 1 pack of Borden Cheese Singles for melting on top, 1 pack of hamburger buns
Recipes:
- Juicy Ground Chuck Burgers You'll Want to Make Again and Again
- Best Cheeseburger Recipe
- Inside-Out Cheeseburgers Recipe

Tuesday
Meal: Baked Chicken Leg Quarters with Roasted Potatoes and Broccoli
Description: Tender, oven-baked chicken leg quarters seasoned with simple pantry spices until golden and juicy - a familiar and comforting dinner kids always enjoy. Paired with crispy roasted russet potato chunks and steamed broccoli florets for a complete, colorful, and nutritious plate.
Sale items used: Publix Chicken Leg Quarters ($0.99/lb), Publix Idaho Russet Potatoes ($3.99 for 5 lb bag), Broccoli ($2.99 each)
Prep time: 55 minutes (10 minutes prep, 45 minutes baking)
Serving note: 2 chicken leg quarters (approximately 1.5 lbs at $0.99/lb), 2 medium potatoes from the 5 lb bag, 1 head of broccoli cut into florets shared between 2 people
Recipes:
- Baked Chicken Leg Quarters
- Sheet Pan Roasted Chicken with Broccoli and Potatoes
- Glazed Chicken and Broccoli Sheet Pan Dinner Recipe

Wednesday
Meal: Spaghetti and Seasoned Beef Meatballs with Italian Bread
Description: A kid-classic dinner featuring tender Publix Seasoned Beef Meatballs simmered in a simple marinara sauce and tossed with spaghetti noodles - warm, hearty, and totally approachable for picky eaters. Slices of toasted Italian bread on the side are perfect for dipping and make this meal feel like a restaurant-style treat at home.
Sale items used: Publix Seasoned Beef Meatballs ($4.99/lb), Italian Bread ($2.99 each)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: 1 lb of seasoned beef meatballs (approximately 6-8 meatballs) split between 2 people, 1/2 lb dry spaghetti from pantry, 1 loaf Italian bread (use half and save the rest)
Recipes:
- Spaghetti and Meatballs
- Spaghetti and Meatballs
- The BEST EVER Italian Spaghetti and Meatballs Recipe

Thursday
Meal: Mild Italian Sausage and Tricolor Pepper Hoagie Boats
Description: Sliced Publix Mild Pork Italian Sausage links pan-cooked with sweet tricolor peppers and served inside crusty Italian bread hoagie-style - a sausage and pepper sandwich kids will find fun and delicious. The mild sausage keeps the flavor totally kid-friendly while the colorful peppers make it visually fun and appealing for younger eaters.
Sale items used: Publix Mild Pork Italian Sausage ($3.99/lb), Publix Tricolor Peppers ($3.99 for 3-ct pkg), Italian Bread ($2.99 each)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: 1 lb mild Italian sausage (approximately 3-4 links) split between 2 people, 1 pack of tricolor peppers (use 2 of the 3 peppers), 1 loaf Italian bread split lengthwise into hoagie-style boats for 2 servings
Recipes:
- Sausage, Pepper and Onion Hoagies Recipe
- Italian Subs with Sausage and Peppers
- Italian Sausage and Pepper Hoagies

Friday
Meal: Honey-Glazed Chicken Wings with Sweet Corn and Watermelon
Description: Crispy baked Farmer Focus Chicken Party Wings brushed with a sweet Publix Orange Blossom Honey glaze - a finger-food feast kids absolutely love for a casual Friday dinner. Fresh sweet corn on the cob and juicy chilled watermelon chunks round out this festive summer spread perfectly.
Sale items used: Farmer Focus Chicken Party Wings (BOGO), Publix Orange Blossom Honey ($1.89 each), Bulk Sweet Corn (5 for $3.25), Publix Red Seedless Watermelon Chunks (BOGO)
Prep time: 45 minutes (10 minutes prep, 35 minutes baking)
Serving note: 1 bag of wings used (second bag free via BOGO - freeze for later), 2 corn cobs from the 5 for $3.25 deal, 1 container of watermelon chunks served chilled (second container free via BOGO - save for snacking), 1 bottle of honey for glazing
Recipes:
- Honey-Glazed Chicken Wings Recipe
- Sticky Honey Glazed Chicken Wings
- Honey Glazed Chicken Wings

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Publix Ground Chuck (1 lb): $1.79
- Borden Cheese Singles (x1 pack): $2.99
- Hamburger Buns (x1 pack): $1.99
- Bulk Sweet Corn (x4 ears from the 5 for $3.25 deal): $2.60
- Publix Chicken Leg Quarters (1.5 lbs): $1.49
- Publix Idaho Russet Potatoes (x1 bag, 5 lb): $3.99
- Broccoli (x1 head): $2.99
- Publix Seasoned Beef Meatballs (1 lb): $4.99
- Italian Bread (x2 loaves - one for Wednesday, one for Thursday): $5.98
- Publix Mild Pork Italian Sausage (1 lb): $3.99
- Publix Tricolor Peppers (x1 pkg, 3-ct): $3.99
- Farmer Focus Chicken Party Wings (x1 bag paid, x1 bag free via BOGO): $0.00 (note: regular price of one bag applies - estimate $7.99 for the paid bag, second bag is free)
- Publix Orange Blossom Honey (x1 bottle): $1.89
- Publix Red Seedless Watermelon Chunks (x1 container paid, x1 container free via BOGO): $0.00 (note: regular price of one container applies - listed as BOGO, pay for one at estimated $4.99, second is free)

Pantry staples needed:
- Spaghetti noodles (dry, approximately 1/2 lb)
- Jarred marinara sauce (1 jar, for Wednesday meatballs)
- Olive oil (for roasting potatoes and sauteing peppers)
- Salt and pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Paprika (for chicken seasoning)
- Butter (for corn on the cob)
- Ketchup and mustard (for burgers)