Publix Kid-Friendly Meal Plan
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5-DAY MEAL PLAN
Monday
Meal: Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders with Corn on the Cob
Description: Tender strips of chicken breast are coated in a light crispy breading and baked until golden, served alongside a sweet buttered ear of corn. A simple, familiar dinner that kids love to eat with their hands.
Sale items used: Publix Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, Bulk Sweet Corn
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: 5 oz (about 0.33 lb) chicken breast sliced into tenders, 1 ear of corn from the 5-count bag.
Recipes:
- Baked Cornflake Chicken Tenders
Tuesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Roasted Broccoli and Potatoes
Description: A juicy pork chop is pan-seared to a golden crust and served with roasted broccoli florets and crispy potato wedges. A hearty, mild-flavored plate that is easy for kids to enjoy.
Sale items used: Publix Assorted Pork Loin Chops, Broccoli or Cauliflower, Publix Russet Potatoes
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: 1 pork chop, about 0.5 lb total; half of the broccoli/cauliflower 2-pack (about 1 cup florets); 1 small potato from the bag, cut into wedges.
Recipes:
- Easy Sheet Pan Pork Chops with Potatoes and Broccoli Recipe
- Easy One Pan Pork Chops Recipe with Potatoes
Wednesday
Meal: Italian Sausage Pasta with Marinara Sauce
Description: Sliced Italian sausage simmers in a rich marinara sauce tossed with pasta for a cozy, kid-approved dinner. Familiar red-sauce flavors make this a comforting weeknight meal.
Sale items used: Publix Italian Pork Sausage
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 1 sausage link (about 4 oz) sliced, mixed with 1.5 cups cooked pasta and 3/4 cup marinara sauce (pantry staple).
Thursday
Meal: Baked Salmon with Cauliflower and Rice
Description: A single flaky salmon fillet is baked simply with a touch of butter and lemon, paired with soft roasted cauliflower and fluffy white rice. Mild and buttery, this is an easy way to introduce kids to seafood.
Sale items used: Salmon Select Cuts, Broccoli or Cauliflower
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: 1 salmon portion (about 5-6 oz), remaining half of the broccoli/cauliflower 2-pack (cauliflower florets), 3/4 cup cooked rice (pantry staple).
Recipes:
- Healthy Salmon and Cauliflower Rice Recipe
- Lemon Pepper Salmon with Cauliflower Rice
Friday
Meal: Slow-Cooked Pulled Pork Sliders on Brioche Buns
Description: Tender pork shoulder is slow-cooked until it shreds easily, then piled onto soft brioche buns for fun, bite-sized sliders. A sweet and savory favorite that kids can eat with their hands.
Sale items used: Publix Pork Boston Butt Roast, Brioche Hamburger Buns
Prep time: 15 minutes active, 6 hours slow cooking
Serving note: 1.5 lb pork roast (yields pulled pork for sliders plus leftovers), 2 brioche buns from the pack. Make-ahead note: start the pork in the slow cooker in the morning or the night before since total cook time exceeds 60 minutes.
Recipes:
- Easy Pulled Pork Sliders
🛒 Shopping List
SHOPPING LIST
Buy on sale:
- Publix Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (0.33 lb): $0.99
- Bulk Sweet Corn (1 ear from 5-pack): $0.60
- Publix Assorted Pork Loin Chops (0.5 lb): $2.00
- Broccoli or Cauliflower (1 broccoli + 1 cauliflower, 2-pack): $6.00
- Publix Russet Potatoes (1 bag): $3.99
- Publix Italian Pork Sausage (1 package): $5.69
- Salmon Select Cuts (1 piece): $6.99
- Publix Pork Boston Butt Roast (1.5 lb): $4.49
- Brioche Hamburger Buns (1 pack): $3.49
Pantry staples needed:
- Marinara sauce
- Pasta
- Rice
- Butter, olive oil, salt, pepper
- Lemon (optional, for salmon)
- Breadcrumbs or flour for chicken tenders
🏷️ All sale items this week
SALE ITEMS FOUND
Meats on sale:
- Ribeye Steak, Bone-In: $14.99/lb
- Salmon Select Cuts: $6.99 each
- Publix Smoked Gouda & Bacon Gourmet Beef Patties: $11.49
- Publix Blue Cheese Gourmet Beef Patties: $11.49
- Publix Bacon & Cheddar Cheese Gourmet Beef Patties: $11.49
- Publix Hand-Breaded Panko Shrimp: $5.99
- Publix Italian Pork Sausage: $5.69
- Publix Medium Shrimp Platter: $13.99
- Flank Steak: $15.99/lb
- White Shrimp: $9.99/lb
- GreenWise Lamb Loin Chops: $10.99/lb
- Publix Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts: $2.99/lb
- Publix Pork Boston Butt Roast: $2.99/lb
- Ground Chuck: $7.99/lb
- Publix Assorted Pork Loin Chops: $3.99/lb
- Publix Chicken Breast Kabobs: $11.99/lb
- Publix Beef Craft Burger: $12.99
- GreenWise Organic Uncured Turkey Bacon: $6.29
- GreenWise 92% Lean Ground Beef: $10.99/lb
- GreenWise Uncured Pork Bacon: 2 for $9.00
- GreenWise Smoked Chicken Sausage: $5.29
- Just Bare Lightly Breaded Chicken Breast: $10.49
- Publix Pork Picnic, Half: $2.49/lb
- Prime Fresh Delicatessen Lunch Meats: $6.99
- Applegate Naturals Uncured Turkey Bacon: $5.49
Deli and prepared on sale:
- Publix Hot Side Dish: $3.49
- Boar's Head Frankfurters: $7.99
- Publix Buffalo-Style Chicken Breast Dip: 2 for $10.00
- Publix Artichoke & Spinach Dip: 2 for $10.00
- Publix Smoked Pulled Pork: $8.49/lb
- Publix Ultimate Whole Sub: $7.99
- Boar's Head Everroast Chicken Breast: $10.99/lb
- Boar's Head Jerk Turkey Protein Bowl: $7.99
- Boar's Head Whole Summer Club Sub: $9.99
- Jack Daniel's Pulled Pork: $6.99
- Publix Lunch Meats: 2 for $9.00
- Chomps Sticks: $15.99
- Hillshire Farm Lunch Meats: 2 for $8.00
Produce on sale:
- Cotton Candy Grapes: $4.99/lb
- Moon Drops Grapes: $3.49/lb
- Gum Drops Grapes: $3.49/lb
- Sugar Kiss Melon: $3.49 each
- Small Red Seedless Watermelon: $4.99 each
- White or Red Seedless Grapes: $2.49/lb
- Red Raspberries: 3 for $10.00
- Navel Oranges: $1.99/lb
- Tree-Ripened Peaches or Nectarines: $2.99/lb
- Tear Drops Grapes: $5.49/lb
- Red or Black Plums: $2.99/lb
- Bulk Sweet Corn: 5 for $3.00
- Broccoli or Cauliflower: 2 for $6.00
- Fresh Attitude Salads: 2 for $6.00
- Beefsteak Tomato: $1.99/lb
- GreenWise Organic Red or White Seedless Grapes: $2.99/lb
- Publix Russet Potatoes: $3.99
- Pomegranates: 3 for $10.00
Dairy and eggs on sale:
- Chobani Greek Yogurt: 10 for $10.00
- Publix Vanilla Yogurt: 2 for $5.00
Bakery and bread on sale:
- Apple Pie: $5.99
- French Hamburger Buns: $4.69
- Cream Cheese Coffee Cake Bites: $5.49
- Carvel Bailey's Irish Cream Ice Cream Cake: $17.99
- Apple Danish Crown: $4.99
- Assorted Cupcakes, 6-Count: $4.99
- Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake: $11.99
- Brioche Dinner Rolls: $4.49
- Brioche Hamburger Buns: $3.49
- Brioche Hot Dog Buns: $4.49
- Cake Donuts: $3.49
- GreenWise English Muffins: $1.99
Pantry on sale:
- Minute Maid Drink: 2 for $4.00
- Belvita Breakfast Biscuits: 2 for $8.00
- GreenWise Organic Coconut Flakes: $3.24
- GreenWise Organic Cookies: 2 for $7.00
- GreenWise Organic Instant Oatmeal: $3.49
- GreenWise Organic Quinoa: $3.19
- GreenWise Organic Cranberry Nut Mix: $6.99
- GreenWise Organic Fruit Chews: $4.99
- GreenWise Organic Beans: 10 for $10.00
- GreenWise Organic Honey: $6.49
- GreenWise Organic Spices: $1.00 Off
- GreenWise Organic Sweet Corn: $5.99
- GreenWise Organic Apple Cider Vinegar: $5.19
- Starbucks K-Cup Coffee: $8.99
- Arizona Tea: 2 for $6.00
- Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Cereal: 10 for $10.00
- Mott's Juice: 2 for $6.00
- Sargento Balanced Breaks: 2 for $7.00
- Rao's Homemade Sauce: $6.99
- Publix French Fried Onions: $2.99
- Publix Premium Single-Serve Coffee: 2 for $10.00
- Publix Baking Nuts: $1.00 Off
- Publix Salsa: $2.29
- Gefen Clover Honey: $3.99
- Gefen Cake: $5.49
Frozen on sale:
- Tombstone Pizza: 2 for $8.00
- Publix Waffles: 2 for $6.00
🛒 Estimated Shopping Cost
Based on sale prices for items in this plan
Some sale prices require the store's loyalty card or a clipped digital coupon. Check the flyer before you shop.
$34.24
for 1 person · $34.24 per person
📍 Disclaimer: Prices and availability are based on the Publix weekly sales flyer for the week of September 02, 2026. Flyers are sourced from store websites and weekly flyer aggregator sites. Actual prices may vary by location. Always verify prices at your local store. We are not affiliated with Publix.