Publix Kid-Friendly Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Publix Whole Young Chicken: $1.49/lb
- Ground Chuck: $5.99/lb
- Bluehouse Atlantic Salmon Fillets: $9.99/lb
- Publix Sweet Italian Sausage: $5.99 for 20-oz pkg
- Smithfield Marinated Pork Tenderloin: $5.99 for 19.2-23-oz pkg
- GreenWise Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast: $5.99/lb
- Publix Parmesan Chicken Breast Cutlets: $6.99/lb
- GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops: $6.99/lb
- Publix Chicken Breast Cutlets: $9.99/lb
- Boneless Chuck Roast: $7.99/lb
- Boneless Top Sirloin Steak: $10.99/lb
- Publix Extra Lean Pork Loin Tenderloin: $7.99/lb
- Hormel Black Label Bacon: 2 for $6.00
- Ball Park Franks: $3.00 for 15-oz pkg
- Publix Lemon Pepper Oven-Roasted Chicken: $6.99 each
- Boar's Head Ovengold Roasted Turkey Breast: $8.49/lb

Vegetables on sale:
- Bulk Sweet Corn: 5 for $5.00
- Broccoli or Cauliflower: 2 for $6.00
- Yellow Squash or Zucchini: $1.99 for 2-oz tray
- Publix Tricolor Peppers: $4.99 for 3-ct pkg
- Publix Idaho Russet Potatoes: $3.99 for 5-lb bag
- Vidalia Sweet Onions: $3.49 for 5-lb bag
- Publix White Mushrooms: 2 for $6.00
- Green Avocados: 2 for $5.00
- Publix Tricolor Peppers: $4.99 for 3-ct pkg
- Garden Life Romaine, Green, or Red Leaf: $3.99 for 7-oz cont

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Oven-Roasted Publix Whole Young Chicken with Corn on the Cob and Broccoli
Description: A whole young chicken is seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and a little garlic powder, then roasted until golden and juicy - perfect for two with plenty of leftovers for lunch. Serve alongside sweet corn on the cob and tender steamed broccoli for a classic, crowd-pleasing dinner kids will love.
Sale items used: Publix Whole Young Chicken ($1.49/lb), Bulk Sweet Corn (5 for $5.00), Broccoli or Cauliflower (2 for $6.00)
Prep time: 20 minutes active, 75-90 minutes total roasting time
Serving note: One whole young chicken averaging 4 lbs at $1.49/lb comes to about $5.96 and feeds 2 generously with leftovers. Use 2 ears of corn and 1 head of broccoli. Start the chicken at least 90 minutes before dinner; tent with foil after roasting and rest 10 minutes before carving.
Recipes:
- Oven Roasted Chicken with Charred Broccoli

Tuesday
Meal: Skillet-Browned Ground Chuck Cheeseburgers on Buns with Potato Wedges
Description: Juicy ground chuck patties are pan-seared in a skillet and topped with melted shredded cheese, then served on soft buns with ketchup - a guaranteed kid favorite. Crispy oven-baked potato wedges seasoned with a little salt round out this fun and filling weeknight meal.
Sale items used: Ground Chuck ($5.99/lb), Kraft Shredded Cheese (2 for $6.00), Dave's Killer Bread Organic Burger Buns ($4.99 for 17-oz pkg), Publix Idaho Russet Potatoes ($3.99 for 5-lb bag), Hunt's Tomato Ketchup ($1.99 for 20-oz bot)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 lb of ground chuck at $5.99 to make 2 generous patties. One bag of Kraft Shredded Cheese covers both burgers with plenty left over. Use 2 medium russet potatoes from the 5-lb bag for wedges; the rest of the bag carries over to Thursday.
Recipes:
- Basic Burgers and Potato Wedges

Wednesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Bluehouse Atlantic Salmon Fillets with Sauteed Zucchini and Rice
Description: Two salmon fillets are seasoned with a little salt, pepper, and lemon juice, then pan-seared until flaky and golden - mild enough for kids who enjoy fish. Serve with lightly buttered sauteed zucchini and fluffy jasmine rice for a balanced and colorful plate.
Sale items used: Bluehouse Atlantic Salmon Fillets ($9.99/lb), Yellow Squash or Zucchini ($1.99 for 2-oz tray), Mahatma Jasmine Rice ($2.00 for 2-lb bag)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of salmon fillets (about 0.5 lb per person) at $9.99/lb for a total of $9.99, yielding two nice portions. Use 1 tray of zucchini and cook 1 cup of dry jasmine rice from the 2-lb bag; the remaining rice stores easily for future meals.
Recipes:
- Seared Salmon and Zucchini over Shallot Rice with an Herb Drizzle

Thursday
Meal: Skillet-Cooked Publix Sweet Italian Sausage with Tricolor Peppers and Potato Wedges
Description: Sweet Italian sausage links are browned in a skillet and cooked with colorful tricolor peppers until tender and slightly caramelized - a simple, savory combo kids enjoy. Serve alongside crispy oven-baked potato wedges made from the remaining russet potatoes for a hearty and satisfying meal.
Sale items used: Publix Sweet Italian Sausage ($5.99 for 20-oz pkg), Publix Tricolor Peppers ($4.99 for 3-ct pkg), Publix Idaho Russet Potatoes (already purchased Monday)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: One 20-oz pkg of sweet Italian sausage provides 4-5 links, which is plenty for 2 people. Use all 3 tricolor peppers sliced into strips. Use 2 medium russet potatoes from the bag already purchased on Tuesday - no additional potato purchase needed.
Recipes:
- Easy Italian Sausage and Potato Skillet

Friday
Meal: Oven-Baked Smithfield Marinated Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Broccoli and Corn
Description: The Smithfield pork tenderloin comes pre-marinated so there is zero prep needed - just pop it in the oven and let it roast to juicy, flavorful perfection that kids find mild and delicious. Serve with oven-roasted broccoli florets and sweet corn on the cob for a simple, wholesome end to the week.
Sale items used: Smithfield Marinated Pork Tenderloin ($5.99 for 19.2-23-oz pkg), Broccoli or Cauliflower (already purchased Monday), Bulk Sweet Corn (5 for $5.00, using remaining ears)
Prep time: 15 minutes active, 25-30 minutes roasting time
Serving note: One pkg of Smithfield Marinated Pork Tenderloin at $5.99 is perfectly sized for 2 people with a little left over. Use the second head of broccoli purchased on Monday and 2 of the remaining corn ears from the 5-for-$5 purchase. Roast the tenderloin at 425 degrees F for 25-30 minutes until it reaches 145 degrees F internal temperature.

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Publix Whole Young Chicken (approx. 4 lbs): $5.96
- Ground Chuck (1 lb): $5.99
- Bluehouse Atlantic Salmon Fillets (1 lb): $9.99
- Publix Sweet Italian Sausage (1 pkg, 20 oz): $5.99
- Smithfield Marinated Pork Tenderloin (1 pkg): $5.99
- Bulk Sweet Corn (5 ears): $5.00
- Broccoli or Cauliflower (x2): $6.00
- Yellow Squash or Zucchini (1 tray): $1.99
- Publix Tricolor Peppers (1 pkg, 3-ct): $4.99
- Publix Idaho Russet Potatoes (1 bag, 5 lbs): $3.99
- Kraft Shredded Cheese (x2 for deal): $6.00
- Dave's Killer Bread Organic Burger Buns (1 pkg): $4.99
- Hunt's Tomato Ketchup (1 bottle): $1.99
- Mahatma Jasmine Rice (1 bag, 2 lbs): $2.00

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil or cooking oil
- Salt and black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Lemon juice or fresh lemon
- Butter
- Aluminum foil
- Cooking spray