Publix Kosher Meal Plan

BUDGET RATIONALE

Why these meals: This week's flyer leans heavily on flat-priced marinated chicken thigh packs at $7.99 each, which are genuinely the best value on the shelf and anchor three of the five nights across different flavor profiles and cooking approaches. Dakota Organic Ground Beef at $8.99 a pack is a solid everyday choice that stretches well into a hearty pasta night with Rao's Homemade Sauce. Publix Seasoned Beef Meatballs at $7.99/lb round out the week with a different beef format and a completely different flavor direction. The one premium night goes to GreenWise Keta Salmon Fillets at $10.99/lb - it is the least expensive of the salmon options and the most accessible premium protein on this flyer, and it keeps the splurge reasonable compared to the ribeye, the sirloin flap, or the Bourbon Marinated Salmon. Steaks, the ribeye, and the pricier salmon varieties were all deliberately skipped because even at sale prices they would push the weekly total well past a comfortable range for a family of four.

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Chimichurri Chicken Thighs with Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower
Description: (Meat) Publix Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (Chimichurri-Marinated) are seared in a hot skillet until golden and cooked through, letting the bright herb marinade caramelize on the surface. Broccoli and cauliflower florets are roasted alongside in the oven with olive oil and salt until tender and lightly charred at the edges.
Sale items used: Publix Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (Chimichurri-Marinated), Broccoli or Cauliflower
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: 1 pack of Publix Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (Chimichurri-Marinated) for 4 people; 1 head each broccoli and cauliflower from the 2 for $6.00 deal (buy 2 total, use both this week - second head used Wednesday).
Recipes:
- Chimichurri Chicken Thighs and Potatoes

Tuesday
Meal: Ground Beef and Chickpea Pasta with Rao's Homemade Sauce
Description: (Meat) Dakota Organic Ground Beef is browned in a large skillet with garlic and onion, then Publix Chickpeas are stirred in for extra body and protein before the whole pan is simmered with Rao's Homemade Sauce. Served over pasta cooked al dente, this is a hearty, deeply flavored weeknight bowl that comes together in one pan.
Sale items used: Dakota Organic Ground Beef, Publix Chickpeas (or Black Beans), Rao's Homemade Sauce
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: 1 pack Dakota Organic Ground Beef (approximately 1 lb), 1 can Publix Chickpeas, 1 jar Rao's Homemade Sauce; serve over 12 oz dry pasta from pantry.

Wednesday
Meal: Bourbon-Inspired Chicken Thighs with Sweet Corn and Cauliflower
Description: (Meat) Publix Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (Bourbon-Inspired) are baked in the oven until sticky and cooked through, with the sweet-savory glaze thickening as it roasts. Fresh sweet corn on the cob and the reserved cauliflower from Monday are served alongside as simple, satisfying sides.
Sale items used: Publix Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (Bourbon-Inspired), Bulk Sweet Corn, Broccoli or Cauliflower (second head from Monday's 2 for $6.00 purchase)
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: 1 pack of Publix Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (Bourbon-Inspired) for 4 people; 4 ears of sweet corn from the 5 for $3.00 deal (buy 5, use 4 tonight, 1 remaining for snacking); cauliflower already purchased Monday.
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 savory Knorr Sides rice pilaf for a filling, no-fuss dinner. Zucchini or Yellow Squash is sliced and roasted on the same sheet pan as the meatballs, picking up the drippings for extra flavor.
Sale items used: Publix Seasoned Beef Meatballs, Zucchini or Yellow Squash, Knorr Sides
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: 1.5 lbs Publix Seasoned Beef Meatballs for 4 people at $7.99/lb = $11.99; 1 pack Zucchini or Yellow Squash; 1 box Knorr Sides from the 4 for $4.00 deal (buy 2 boxes, use 1 tonight, 1 remaining).

Friday
Meal: Pan-Seared GreenWise Keta Salmon Fillets with Roasted Potatoes and Classic Salad
Description: (Meat - pareve fish) GreenWise Keta Salmon Fillets are seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and lemon juice, then seared skin-side down in a hot skillet with olive oil until the skin is crisp and the flesh is just cooked through. Publix Idaho Russet Potatoes are cut into wedges and roasted until golden, and a Publix Classic Salad Blend is dressed simply with olive oil and lemon for a fresh, light finish.
Sale items used: GreenWise Keta Salmon Fillets, Publix Idaho Russet Potatoes, Publix Classic Salad Blend
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: 2 lbs GreenWise Keta Salmon Fillets (approximately 0.5 lb per person) at $10.99/lb = $21.98; 1 bag Publix Idaho Russet Potatoes at $3.99; 1 bag Publix Classic Salad Blend from the 2 for $4.00 deal (buy 2, use 1 tonight, 1 remaining for lunches).
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 (2 for $6.00, buy 2): $6.00
- Dakota Organic Ground Beef (x1 pack): $8.99
- Publix Chickpeas (or Black Beans) (x1 can): $0.89
- Rao's Homemade Sauce (x1 jar): $6.49
- Bulk Sweet Corn (5 for $3.00, buy 5): $3.00
- Publix Seasoned Beef Meatballs (1.5 lbs at $7.99/lb): $11.99
- Zucchini or Yellow Squash (x1 pack): $3.49
- Knorr Sides (4 for $4.00, buy 2): $2.00
- GreenWise Keta Salmon Fillets (2 lbs at $10.99/lb): $21.98
- Publix Idaho Russet Potatoes (x1 bag): $3.99
- Publix Classic Salad Blend (2 for $4.00, buy 2): $4.00

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Salt and black pepper
- Garlic (fresh or powder)
- Onion
- Dry pasta (12 oz, such as penne or rigatoni)
- Lemon (fresh, for salmon and salad dressing)
- Dried Italian seasoning or oregano