Publix Kosher Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Chimichurri Chicken Thighs with Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower
Description: (Meat) Two chimichurri-marinated boneless skinless chicken thighs are pan-seared until golden and cooked through, then served alongside a sheet pan of roasted broccoli and cauliflower florets seasoned with olive oil, garlic, and salt. This bright, herbaceous weeknight dinner comes together quickly and is fully kosher with no dairy ingredients.
Sale items used: Publix Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (Chimichurri-Marinated), Broccoli or Cauliflower (x2 heads, one of each)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 package of chimichurri chicken thighs (approximately 1 lb, yielding 2 generous thighs for 2 people); purchase 2 heads from the broccoli/cauliflower 2-for-$6 deal, using half of each head this meal and saving the rest for Wednesday.
Recipes:
- Chimichurri Chicken Thighs and Potatoes

Tuesday
Meal: Ground Beef and Chickpea Pasta with Rao's Homemade Sauce
Description: (Meat) Half a pound of Dakota Organic Ground Beef is browned with garlic and onion, then combined with one can of Publix Chickpeas and simmered in Rao's Homemade Sauce over pasta for a hearty, protein-rich dinner for two. This satisfying one-pan meal is fully kosher with no dairy, using olive oil in place of any butter.
Sale items used: Dakota Organic Ground Beef (1 lb package, use half), Publix Chickpeas, Rao's Homemade Sauce
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 0.5 lb of the 1 lb ground beef package (freeze the remainder); use 1 can chickpeas and roughly half the jar of Rao's sauce; cook 4 oz of dry pasta per person (8 oz total) from pantry. Make-ahead tip: brown the beef and simmer the sauce up to a day ahead and refrigerate.

Wednesday
Meal: Bourbon-Inspired Chicken Thighs with Sweet Corn and Cauliflower
Description: (Meat) Two bourbon-inspired marinated boneless skinless chicken thighs are baked or grilled until caramelized and juicy, then plated with sweet roasted corn on the cob and the reserved cauliflower florets from Monday, tossed in olive oil and roasted until tender. The sweet and savory bourbon glaze pairs beautifully with the natural sweetness of fresh corn.
Sale items used: Publix Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (Bourbon-Inspired), Bulk Sweet Corn (x2 ears), Broccoli or Cauliflower (reserved cauliflower from Monday)
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 package of bourbon chicken thighs (approximately 1 lb, yielding 2 thighs); purchase 2 ears of sweet corn from the 5-for-$3 deal; use the reserved half head of cauliflower from Monday. Total oven time is about 40 minutes so preheat early.
Recipes:
- Sticky Bourbon Chicken You Can Make in 30 Minutes

Thursday
Meal: Seasoned Beef Meatballs with Roasted Zucchini and Knorr Rice
Description: (Meat) Publix Seasoned Beef Meatballs are roasted in the oven until browned and heated through, then served over a fluffy Knorr rice side prepared with chicken broth instead of butter for a fully kosher meat meal. Sliced zucchini is tossed in olive oil and roasted alongside the meatballs for a simple, complete dinner.
Sale items used: Publix Seasoned Beef Meatballs (1 lb), Zucchini or Yellow Squash, Knorr Sides (x1), Swanson Broth (x1 carton)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 lb of meatballs (approximately 8 to 10 meatballs, about 4 to 5 per person); use 1 medium zucchini from the $3.49 package; prepare 1 Knorr rice side using Swanson chicken broth instead of butter and water to keep it kosher meat.

Friday
Meal: Pan-Seared GreenWise Keta Salmon Fillets with Roasted Potatoes and Classic Salad
Description: (Meat) Two GreenWise Keta Salmon fillets are pan-seared in olive oil with lemon, garlic, and herbs until crispy-skinned and flaky, then served alongside golden roasted Idaho russet potato wedges and a fresh classic salad blend. This clean, elegant Friday dinner is fully kosher with no dairy, keeping the salmon as the star.
Sale items used: GreenWise Keta Salmon Fillets (1 lb), Publix Idaho Russet Potatoes, Publix Classic Salad Blend (x1 bag)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of keta salmon fillets at $10.99/lb, yielding two fillets of about 0.5 lb each; use 2 medium russet potatoes from the $3.99 bag (save remaining potatoes for other uses); use 1 bag of classic salad blend from the 2-for-$4 deal.
Recipes:
- Pan Seared Salmon
- Pan-Seared Salmon with Crispy Skin

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Publix Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Chimichurri-Marinated (x1 package): $7.99
- Publix Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Bourbon-Inspired (x1 package): $7.99
- Broccoli or Cauliflower (x2, one broccoli and one cauliflower): $6.00
- Dakota Organic Ground Beef (x1 package, 1 lb): $8.99
- Publix Chickpeas (x1 can): $0.89
- Rao's Homemade Sauce (x1 jar): $6.49
- Bulk Sweet Corn (x2 ears): $1.20
- Publix Seasoned Beef Meatballs (1 lb): $7.99
- Zucchini or Yellow Squash (x1): $3.49
- Knorr Sides (x1): $1.00
- Swanson Broth (x1 carton): $2.00
- GreenWise Keta Salmon Fillets (1 lb): $10.99
- Publix Idaho Russet Potatoes (x1 bag): $3.99
- Publix Classic Salad Blend (x1 bag from 2-for-$4 deal): $2.00

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Garlic (fresh or minced)
- Salt and black pepper
- Dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- Lemon (fresh)
- Onion
- Dry pasta (8 oz, such as penne or rigatoni)
- Paprika or red pepper flakes