Publix Kid-Friendly Meal Plan
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5-DAY MEAL PLAN
Monday
Meal: Ground Chicken Skillet Pasta with Broccoli and Parmesan
Description: Seasoned ground chicken is browned in a skillet and tossed with cooked pasta and tender broccoli florets for a simple, satisfying one-pan dinner. A sprinkle of Parmesan on top makes it feel extra special and kids love twirling the pasta.
Sale items used: GreenWise Ground Chicken (16-oz tray), Pastazara Organic Pasta (1-lb bag, BOGO), Broccoli (2 for $6.00), Belgioioso Parmesan Cheese (8-oz pkg.)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use about 5 oz of ground chicken (roughly one-third of the 16-oz tray), cook about 2 oz dry pasta, and use half a broccoli bunch. The remaining ground chicken can be refrigerated for another use. Top with 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan.
Recipes:
- Stovetop Chicken Broccoli Parmesan Pasta
- Ground Chicken Pasta Recipe: A Kid-Friendly One-Pan Italian Dish
Tuesday
Meal: Baked Perdue Chicken Breasts with Sweet Corn and Green Beans
Description: A single Perdue boneless skinless chicken breast is seasoned simply and baked until juicy, served alongside a fresh ear of sweet corn and steamed green beans. This classic, familiar plate is easy to eat and totally kid-approved.
Sale items used: Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts ($4.49/lb), Bulk Sweet Corn (5 for $3.00), Publix Green Beans (1-lb bag)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 0.5 lb of chicken breast (assumed weight), costing about $2.25. Buy 1 ear of corn at $0.60 and use about half the 1-lb bag of green beans for this meal, saving the rest for snacking or another side.
Recipes:
- Easy Chicken and Green Beans Dinner
- Chicken and Green Beans
Wednesday
Meal: Publix Italian Sausage and Rice Skillet with Broccoli
Description: Sliced Italian sausage is pan-cooked with fluffy rice and broccoli florets for a hearty, cheesy skillet dinner kids will ask for again. The mild pesto provolone flavor in the sausage adds a fun twist without being too bold for young eaters.
Sale items used: Publix Italian Sausage - Pesto Provolone Cheese (20-oz pkg., $5.69), Zatarain's Rice (6 to 12-oz box, BOGO), Broccoli (2 for $6.00 - second bunch from Monday purchase)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 to 3 links (about 6 oz) from the 20-oz sausage package and refrigerate or freeze the rest. Prepare about one-quarter of the Zatarain's rice box as a single serving. Use the remaining half bunch of broccoli from Tuesday's purchase.
Recipes:
- Sausage, Rice and Broccoli: An Incredible Ultimate Meal
Thursday
Meal: Tuna Pasta with Kraft Shredded Cheese and Campari Tomatoes
Description: Flaky tuna is stirred into warm pasta with halved Campari tomatoes and a generous handful of melted shredded cheese for a creamy, comforting bowl. It comes together in under 20 minutes and tastes like a kid-friendly twist on mac and cheese.
Sale items used: Publix Tuna Steaks - Frozen (12-oz pkg., $5.99), Pastazara Organic Pasta (second bag from BOGO), Campari Tomatoes (1-lb pkg., BOGO), Kraft Shredded Cheese (2 for $6.00)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use about half the 12-oz tuna package (thaw only what you need), cook about 2 oz dry pasta, halve 4 to 5 Campari tomatoes, and melt about 2 tablespoons of shredded cheese over the top. Store remaining tuna and tomatoes in the refrigerator.
Friday
Meal: Pan-Cooked White Shrimp Tacos with Coleslaw and Kraft Shredded Cheese
Description: Quickly pan-cooked shrimp are tucked into soft taco-sized portions of Artesano bread or rolls with creamy coleslaw and a sprinkle of shredded cheese for a fun, hands-on Friday dinner. Kids love building their own tacos and the mild shrimp flavor keeps it totally approachable.
Sale items used: White Shrimp - Large ($6.99/lb), Publix Coleslaw Mix (16-oz pkg., $1.49), Kraft Shredded Cheese (second pkg. from 2 for $6.00 deal), Artesano Bread or Buns or Rolls (BOGO), Kraft Dressing (14 or 16-oz bot., BOGO - used as coleslaw dressing)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 0.5 lb of white shrimp (assumed weight), costing about $3.50. Use about one-quarter of the coleslaw mix bag, toss with 2 tablespoons of Kraft dressing, and serve in 2 Artesano rolls. Top each taco with a pinch of shredded cheese.
🛒 Shopping List
SHOPPING LIST
Buy on sale:
- GreenWise Ground Chicken, 16-oz tray (x1): $3.99
- Pastazara Organic Pasta, 1-lb bag (BOGO, 2 bags): $3.49 (estimated regular price for one bag, second free)
- Broccoli, 2 bunches (2 for $6.00): $6.00
- Belgioioso Parmesan Cheese, 8-oz pkg. (x1): $3.99
- Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, approx. 0.5 lb ($4.49/lb): $2.25
- Bulk Sweet Corn, 1 ear (from 5 for $3.00): $0.60
- Publix Green Beans, 1-lb bag (x1): $2.99
- Publix Italian Sausage - Pesto Provolone Cheese, 20-oz pkg. (x1): $5.69
- Zatarain's Rice, 6 to 12-oz box (BOGO, 2 boxes): $3.49 (estimated regular price for one box, second free)
- Publix Tuna Steaks - Frozen, 12-oz pkg. (x1): $5.99
- Campari Tomatoes, 1-lb pkg. (BOGO, 2 pkgs.): $3.99 (estimated regular price for one pkg., second free)
- Kraft Shredded Cheese, 6 to 8-oz pkg. (2 for $6.00, 2 pkgs.): $6.00
- White Shrimp - Large, approx. 0.5 lb ($6.99/lb): $3.50
- Publix Coleslaw Mix, 16-oz pkg. (x1): $1.49
- Artesano Bread or Buns or Rolls, 15 to 20-oz pkg. (BOGO, 2 pkgs.): $4.49 (estimated regular price for one pkg., second free)
- Kraft Dressing, 14 or 16-oz bot. (BOGO, 1 bottle paid): $3.49 (estimated regular price for one bottle)
Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil or cooking spray (for skillet and baking)
- Salt and black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Butter (for corn and green beans)
- Taco seasoning or mild spice blend (for shrimp)
🏷️ All sale items this week
SALE ITEMS FOUND
Meats on sale:
- New York Strip Steak (Boneless, Publix USDA Choice Beef): $15.99/lb
- Sirloin Tri-Tip Roast (Publix USDA Choice Beef): $13.99/lb
- GreenWise Ground Chicken (Raised Without Antibiotics, 16-oz tray): $3.99
- White Shrimp (Large, 31 to 35 per Pound, Responsibly Sourced, Farmed, Previously Frozen): $6.99/lb
- Salmon Fillets (Fresh, Responsibly Sourced, Farmed): $11.99/lb
- Shrimp Snack Pack (Extra Large Cooked Shrimp & Cocktail Sauce, 13-oz pkg.): $10.00
- Brown Shrimp (Jumbo, 16 to 20 per Pound, Wild, Sustainably Sourced, Previously Frozen): $12.99/lb
- Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (Grade A, No Antibiotics Ever): $4.49/lb
- Publix Mini Crab Cakes (With Sweet Heat Dipping Sauce, each tray): $7.99
- GreenWise Lamb Shoulder Blade Chops (Raised Without Antibiotics, Product of Australia): $9.49/lb
- GreenWise Angus Top Sirloin Steak (Boneless, USDA Choice Beef, Raised Without Antibiotics): $12.99/lb
- GreenWise Organic Chicken Breast Fillets (Boneless, Skinless, 99% Fat-Free, USDA Grade A): $7.99/lb
- Ground Sirloin (Publix Beef, USDA-Inspected, 3-lbs or More Package): $8.99/lb
- Publix Top Sirloin Beef Kabobs (With Vegetables): $13.99/lb
- Publix Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin (Regular or Cajun-Style Seasoned, Prepared Fresh In-Store): $5.99/lb
- GreenWise 92% Lean Ground Beef (USDA-Inspected, Raised Without Antibiotics): $10.99/lb
- Hillshire Farm Lunch Meats (7 to 9-oz tub): 2 for $8.00
- Hormel Black Label Bacon (12 or 16-oz pkg.): $6.99
- Publix Tuna Steaks (Wild, Responsibly Sourced, Frozen, 12-oz pkg.): $5.99
- GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops (Boneless, Raised Without Antibiotics): $6.49/lb
- GreenWise Flounder Fillets (Wild, Sustainably Sourced, Frozen, 12-oz pkg.): $7.99
- GreenWise Uncured Pork Bacon (Raised Without Antibiotics, 8-oz pkg.): 2 for $8.00
- Publix Italian Sausage (Pesto Provolone Cheese, Limited Edition, 20-oz pkg.): $5.69
- Steakhouse Elite Ground Beef Burgers (With Brisket, Kobe-Crafted, USDA Inspected, 16-oz pkg.): $10.49
- Diluigi Diner Style Smashables (18-oz tray): $9.99
- Publix Pork Picnic Half: $2.49/lb
- Tyson Restaurant Style Chicken (Crispy Nuggets, Lightly Breaded Bites, or Strips, Uncooked, 32 or 40-oz pkg.): $9.99
Deli and prepared on sale:
- Publix Italian Half Sub (Ultimate or Turkey, With the Customer Choice of Sub Roll, Veggies, Cheese and Toppings, each): $3.99
- Publix Salmon Meal for One (12-oz pkg.): $7.99
- Publix Meal for One (12 or 13-oz pkg.): $6.99
- Boar's Head Fryer Turkey Salad (Available in the Grab and Go Section of the Deli, each): $7.99
- Publix Italian-Style Wrap (Available in the Grab and Go Section of the Deli, 9.74-oz pkg.): $5.99
- Publix 20-Piece Fried Chicken Wings (Hot & Spicy, Breaded or Non-Breaded, Ready-to-Eat, each cont.): $14.99
- Belgioioso Parmesan Cheese (Located in the Publix Specialty Cheese Section, 8-oz pkg.): $3.99
- Publix 5-Piece Chicken Wings Meal (With Choice of Two Sides and a Roll, Hot, Ready-to-Eat, each): $8.99
- Boar's Head Lower Sodium Turkey Breast (Sliced Fresh in the Deli): $13.99/lb
- Publix Honey Maple Turkey Breast (Sliced Fresh in the Deli): $7.99/lb
- Publix Pistachio Flavored Yogurt Parfait (each cont.): $4.49
- Publix Pistachio-Crusted Cod Meal for One (With Creamed Spinach, 12-oz pkg.): $9.99
- Publix Pistachio-Crusted Pork Meal for One (With Mashed Potatoes, Corn & Butter, 12-oz pkg.): $6.99
- Publix Pistachio Pudding (Makes a Great Dessert or Snack): $2.99/lb
Produce on sale:
- Carambola (Fresh from Florida, each): 2 for $4.00
- Green Avocados (Fresh from Florida, each): 2 for $5.00
- Publix Tropical Coconut Mix: $5.99/lb
- Cherries (Extra Sweet and Extra Large Varieties): $4.99/lb
- Red or White Seedless Grapes (California-Grown, Only the Most Flavorful Varieties Chosen): $2.99/lb
- Tree-Ripened Peaches or Nectarines (California-Grown, Yellow or White Flesh Varieties): $2.99/lb
- Red or Black Plums (California-Grown): $2.99/lb
- Fresh Attitude Salads (Spring Mix, Half and Half, Hearty Harvest, Baby Spinach, or Arugula, 5-oz pkg.): 2 for $6.00
- King O' the West Honeydew Melon (Or Orangedew, each): $4.99
- Broccoli (Each bunch, or Brussels Sprouts, each pkg.): 2 for $6.00
- Bulk Sweet Corn (each): 5 for $3.00
- Publix Green Beans (1-lb bag): $2.99
- GreenWise Organic Orange Juice (Some or No Pulp, 52-oz cont.): $5.99
Dairy and eggs on sale:
- Publix Baby Bella Mushrooms (Sliced, 8-oz pkg.): 2 for $4.00
- Tillamook Cheese Snacks (Or Slices, Shredded, or Chunk, 6 to 8-oz pkg.): 2 for $7.00
- Galbani String Cheese (Whole Milk or 33% More Protein Reduced Fat Mozzarella Cheese, 12-oz pkg.): $3.99
- Sargento String Cheese (Or Cheese Sticks, 9 to 12-oz pkg.): 2 for $8.00
- Kraft Shredded Cheese (Or Chunk; or Cracker Barrel Rich & Bold Cheese Cubes or Chunk Cheese, 6 to 8-oz pkg.): 2 for $6.00
- Belgioioso Parmesan Cheese (Located in the Publix Specialty Cheese Section, 8-oz pkg.): $3.99
Bakery and bread on sale:
- Deli Style White Sub Rolls (Baked Fresh In-Store Daily, From the Publix Bakery, 2-ct. 10-oz pkg.): $2.99
- Apple Turnovers (Flaky Pastry Dough, Baked In-Store, From the Publix Bakery, 2-ct. 7-oz pkg.): $3.59
- Small Dessert Flight (Includes Chocolate Covered Strawberries, Cannoli, and Fruit Tarts, From the Publix Bakery, 6-oz pkg.): $4.99
- French Toast Toaster Tops (Or Cornbread, From the Publix Bakery, 4-ct. 6-oz pkg.): $3.49
- Chicago Italian Bread (Baked Fresh Daily, From the Publix Bakery, 16-oz pkg.): $2.99
- Mini Cookies and Cream Cream Cheese Pie (Also Available in Banana or S'mores, From the Publix Bakery, 8 to 10-oz pkg.): $6.49
- Pistachio Muffins (From the Publix Bakery, 4-ct. 13.59-oz pkg.): $4.59
- King's Hawaiian Rolls (Original or Savory Butter, 12-oz pkg.): $3.99
- GreenWise English Muffins (Plain or Sourdough, Located in the Publix Bakery, 5-ct. 10-oz pkg.): $1.99
- Crème Cake (From the Publix Bakery, 25 or 26-oz pkg.): $6.99
- Publix Enriched White Bread (Large, 20-oz loaf): $1.75
Pantry on sale:
- Belvita Breakfast Biscuits (8.8-oz box; or Energy Snack Bites, 5-oz bag): 2 for $8.00
- Dunkin' Coffee (K-Cup, 10-ct. box or Ground or Whole Bean, 11 or 12-oz bag): $7.99
- Rana Tortelloni (Or Ravioli; or Alfredo or Pesto Sauce; or Single Serve Lasagna, 7 to 12-oz pkg.): 2 for $10.00
- Bush's Best Baked Beans (15.8 or 16-oz can): 2 for $3.00
- Knorr Sides (4 to 5.8-oz pouch): 4 for $4.00
- Yoo-Hoo Chocolate Drink (8-pk. 6.5-oz box): $2.99
- Sargento Natural American Cheese Slices (16-oz pkg.): $6.99
- Cheetos Snacks (6.5 to 8.5-oz; or Fritos Corn Chips, 9.25 or 10-oz bag; or Tostitos Salsa, 15.5-oz jar): 2 for $7.00
- Nabisco Chips Ahoy! Cookies (7 to 13-oz; or Premium Saltine or Soup & Oyster Crackers, 9 to 17-oz pkg.): 2 for $7.00
- Frito Lay Snacks (Variety Packs, 18-ct. or Popcorners Popped-Corn Snacks, 15-ct.; or Miss Vickie's Snacks Variety Pack, 15-ct. box): $9.99
- Utz Snack Packs (Variety or Original, 10-ct. box): $4.99
- GreenWise Almond Butter (Or Organic Cashew Butter, 16-oz jar): $8.99
- GreenWise Organic Balsamic Vinegar (12.7-oz bot.): $4.79
- GreenWise Collagen Peptides (Unflavored, 10-oz tub): $13.99
- GreenWise Puff Pastry Sheets (17.3-oz box): $4.99
- Publix Coleslaw Mix (Just Add Your Favorite Slaw Dressing, 16-oz pkg.): $1.49
- Publix Kettle Chips (8-oz bag): 2 for $7.00
- Publix Chocolate Morsels (Semi-Sweet, Semi-Sweet Chocolate Mini, or Milk Chocolate, 12-oz bag): $4.49
- Publix Water Enhancer (1.62-oz bot.): $2.49
- Publix Bags (Storage or Freezer, 28 to 48-ct. box): 3 for $10.00
- Publix Waffles (12.3 or 13.4-oz box): 2 for $6.00
Frozen on sale:
- Stouffer's Entrées or Sides (8 to 12.75-oz; or Lean Cuisine Entrées, 5 to 10.87-oz box): 3 for $10.00
- Innovasian Cuisine Side Dish (14 or 18-oz; or Potstickers Skillet Meal, 8.7-oz box): 2 for $10.00
- GreenWise Organic Frozen Vegetables (Broccoli Florets, Cut Green Beans, Green Peas, Mixed Vegetables, or Sweet Corn, 32-oz bag): $5.99
- Smithfield Pork Sausage Patties (Hometown Original, Fully Cooked, Sold Frozen, 19.5-oz pkg.): $4.99
🛒 Estimated Shopping Cost
Based on sale prices for items in this plan
$61.44
for 1 person · $61.44 per person
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