Publix Kosher Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Chimichurri Chicken Thighs with Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower
Description: (Meat) Two boneless skinless chimichurri-marinated chicken thighs are pan-seared in olive oil until golden and cooked through, filling your kitchen with bright, herby aroma. A half head each of broccoli and cauliflower are tossed in olive oil, seasoned, and roasted alongside for a complete and satisfying plate.
Sale items used: Publix Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (Chimichurri-Marinated) - $7.99, Broccoli or Cauliflower 2 for $6.00
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 chicken thighs from the $7.99 pack (freeze remaining thighs for later use); purchase 1 broccoli and 1 cauliflower head at 2 for $6.00, use half of each and store the rest. No dairy used - olive oil only for cooking.
Recipes:
- Chimichurri Chicken Thighs and Potatoes

Tuesday
Meal: Ground Beef and Chickpea Pasta with Rao's Homemade Sauce
Description: (Meat) About a quarter pound of Dakota Organic Ground Beef is browned with garlic and olive oil, then combined with canned chickpeas and simmered in Rao's Homemade Sauce for a rich, hearty pasta topping. Serve over about 2 ounces of dry pasta for a filling single-serving dinner with no dairy of any kind.
Sale items used: Dakota Organic Ground Beef - $8.99, Publix Chickpeas - $0.89, Rao's Homemade Sauce - $6.49
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 0.25 lb of ground beef from the $8.99 package (freeze the remaining 0.75 lb); use half the can of chickpeas and store the rest; use about one-third of the Rao's jar and refrigerate the remainder for future meals. Pasta is a pantry staple.

Wednesday
Meal: Bourbon-Inspired Chicken Thighs with Sweet Corn and Cauliflower
Description: (Meat) Two boneless skinless bourbon-inspired marinated chicken thighs are pan-seared or baked until caramelized and juicy, with the sweet glaze creating a delicious crust. Fresh sweet corn on the cob and roasted cauliflower florets round out the plate for a hearty, dairy-free weeknight dinner.
Sale items used: Publix Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (Bourbon-Inspired) - $7.99, Bulk Sweet Corn 5 for $3.00, Broccoli or Cauliflower 2 for $6.00 (cauliflower already purchased Monday)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 thighs from the $7.99 pack and freeze the rest; use 1 ear of corn from the 5 for $3.00 bundle (use remaining ears throughout the week as snacks or sides); use the remaining cauliflower half from Monday's purchase. No dairy used.
Recipes:
- Sticky Bourbon Chicken You Can Make in 30 Minutes

Thursday
Meal: Seasoned Beef Meatballs with Roasted Zucchini and Knorr Rice
Description: (Meat) About half a pound of Publix Seasoned Beef Meatballs are roasted in the oven until browned and cooked through, then served over a single-serving packet of Knorr rice prepared with water or chicken broth instead of butter or milk. Sliced zucchini tossed in olive oil and roasted alongside adds color and nutrition to this easy, fully kosher meat meal.
Sale items used: Publix Seasoned Beef Meatballs - $7.99/lb, Zucchini or Yellow Squash - $3.49, Knorr Sides 4 for $4.00, Swanson Broth 2 for $4.00
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 0.5 lb of meatballs at $7.99/lb, estimated cost $4.00; purchase 1 zucchini from the $3.49 unit; use 1 Knorr packet from the 4 for $4.00 deal; use Swanson chicken broth instead of butter or milk to prepare the Knorr rice, keeping the meal strictly meat. Make-ahead note: meatballs can be roasted up to 2 days ahead and reheated.

Friday
Meal: Pan-Seared GreenWise Keta Salmon Fillets with Roasted Potatoes and Classic Salad
Description: (Dairy-free Pareve) A single GreenWise Keta Salmon fillet, about half a pound, is pan-seared in olive oil with lemon and herbs until the skin is crispy and the flesh is flaky and tender. Cubed Idaho russet potatoes roasted with olive oil and a simple Publix Classic Salad Blend dressed with olive oil and lemon complete this light and elegant Friday dinner.
Sale items used: GreenWise Keta Salmon Fillets - $10.99/lb, Publix Idaho Russet Potatoes - $3.99, Publix Classic Salad Blend 2 for $4.00
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 0.5 lb of salmon at $10.99/lb, estimated cost $5.50; purchase 1 bag of Idaho russet potatoes at $3.99 and use 1 to 2 medium potatoes, storing the rest; purchase 1 bag of Classic Salad Blend from the 2 for $4.00 deal and use half, storing the rest. No dairy used - olive oil and lemon only.
Recipes:
- Pan Seared Salmon
- Pan-Seared Salmon with Crispy Skin

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Publix Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Chimichurri-Marinated (x1 pack): $7.99
- Publix Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Bourbon-Inspired (x1 pack): $7.99
- Broccoli or Cauliflower (x2, one broccoli and one cauliflower): $6.00
- Bulk Sweet Corn (x5 ears, minimum purchase bundle): $3.00
- Dakota Organic Ground Beef (x1 package): $8.99
- Publix Chickpeas (x1 can): $0.89
- Rao's Homemade Sauce (x1 jar): $6.49
- Publix Seasoned Beef Meatballs (0.5 lb): $4.00
- Zucchini or Yellow Squash (x1): $3.49
- Knorr Sides (x4 packets, sold as 4 for $4.00): $4.00
- Swanson Broth (x2, sold as 2 for $4.00): $4.00
- GreenWise Keta Salmon Fillets (0.5 lb): $5.50
- Publix Idaho Russet Potatoes (x1 bag): $3.99
- Publix Classic Salad Blend (x2 bags, sold as 2 for $4.00): $4.00

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Dry pasta (about 2 oz)
- Garlic
- Salt and black pepper
- Lemon
- Dried herbs (oregano, thyme, or Italian seasoning)
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salad dressing ingredients (lemon juice, olive oil)