Publix Standard Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Publix Pork Boston Butt Roast: $1.29/lb
- Publix Ground Chuck: $1.79/lb
- Publix Chicken Leg Quarters: $0.99/lb
- Publix Mild Pork Italian Sausage: $3.99/lb
- Publix Swai Fillets: $6.99/lb
- Wallis Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts: $2.99/lb
- Publix Assorted Pork Loin Chops: $3.99/lb
- Farmer Focus Chicken Party Wings: BOGO
- Publix St. Louis Style Pork Spareribs: BOGO
- Oscar Mayer Bacon: $3.99 each
- Shire Farm Smoked Sausage: $3.99 each
- Oscar Mayer Franks: $3.49 each
- Butterball Ground Turkey: $4.99/lb
- White Shrimp: $11.99/lb
- Publix Seasoned Beef Meatballs: $4.99/lb
- Publix Stuffed Jalapeno Peppers: $4.99/lb
- Publix Mild or Hot Pork Italian Sausage: $4.99/lb
- GreenWise Italian Chicken Sausage: $5.99 each
- GreenWise Ground Chicken: $3.99 each
- Publix Beef Smash Patties: $7.49 each
- Steakhouse Elite Ground Beef Burgers: $12.99 for 2 (13-oz pkg)
- Publix Medium Shrimp Platter: $7.99 each
- Salmon Select Cuts: $8.99/lb
- GreenWise Sockeye Salmon Fillets: $17.99/lb
- Whole Brisket: $3.99/lb
- Prairie Fresh Pork St. Louis Style Spareribs: $4.99/lb

Vegetables on sale:
- Bulk Sweet Corn: 5 for $3.25
- Publix Tricolor Peppers: $3.99 for 3-ct pkg
- Asparagus: $2.99/lb
- Publix Idaho Russet Potatoes: $3.99 for 5 lb bag
- Broccoli: $2.99 each
- Publix Baby Cut Carrots: 4 for $5.00
- Tomatoes on the Vine: $1.99/lb
- Fresh Express Salad Blends: 2 for $6.99
- Broccoli Florets: 3 for $10.00
- Tree Ripened Peaches or Nectarines: $1.99/lb
- Red or Black Plums: $1.99/lb
- Red Seedless Watermelon: $4.99 each
- Red or White Seedless Grapes: $2.99/lb
- Strawberries: 3 for $10.00
- Blackberries: 3 for $10.00
- Cherries: $4.99/lb
- Honeycrisp Apples: 2 for $5.99

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Braised Pork Boston Butt Tacos with Tricolor Peppers and Corn
Description: A low-and-slow braised pork shoulder is seasoned with cumin, garlic, and chili powder, then shredded and piled into warm tortillas for two generous servings. Sauteed tricolor peppers and sweet grilled corn on the cob round out this colorful and satisfying weeknight taco night.
Sale items used: Publix Pork Boston Butt Roast, Publix Tricolor Peppers, Bulk Sweet Corn
Prep time: 30 minutes active, 3-4 hours braising (or 20 minutes in a pressure cooker)
Serving note: 1.5 lbs of pork roast yields plenty of shredded meat for 2 people with 3 tacos each, 1 tricolor pepper pack split between both servings, and 2 ears of corn (one per person)
Recipes:
- Braised Pork Tacos
- Beer-Braised Carnitas Tacos
- Citrus-Braised Pork Tacos

Tuesday
Meal: Smoky Ground Chuck Cheeseburgers with Potato Wedges
Description: Juicy smash-style ground chuck patties are seasoned with smoked paprika and garlic, then topped with melted cheese on toasted hamburger buns for a classic backyard-style burger night. Crispy oven-baked potato wedges seasoned with herbs make the perfect side for two hungry diners.
Sale items used: Publix Ground Chuck, Publix Idaho Russet Potatoes, Hamburger Buns, Sargento Shredded Cheese (or Borden Cheese Singles)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: 3/4 lb ground chuck forms 2 large patties (about 6 oz each), 2 medium russet potatoes from the bag cut into wedges, and 1 pack of hamburger buns (extras stored for the week)
Recipes:
- Basic Burgers and Potato Wedges
- Classic American Cheeseburgers with Potato Wedges
- Smash Burger and Potato Wedges Recipe

Wednesday
Meal: Honey-Glazed Chicken Leg Quarters with Roasted Asparagus and Carrots
Description: Two chicken leg quarters are brushed with Publix Orange Blossom Honey, garlic, and a touch of soy sauce, then roasted until the skin is caramelized and golden. A sheet pan of tender asparagus spears and sweet baby carrots roasted alongside the chicken makes this a near-effortless one-pan dinner for two.
Sale items used: Publix Chicken Leg Quarters, Publix Orange Blossom Honey, Asparagus, Publix Baby Cut Carrots
Prep time: 10 minutes active, 45 minutes roasting
Serving note: 2 chicken leg quarters (approximately 1.5 lbs total at $0.99/lb), 0.5 lb asparagus, and 1 bag of baby cut carrots (extras used through the week)
Recipes:
- Honey Garlic Chicken Quarters
- Honey-Glazed Baked Chicken Recipe
- Honey-Glazed Baked Chicken Quarters

Thursday
Meal: Italian Sausage and Pepper Pasta
Description: Sliced Publix Mild Pork Italian Sausage is browned with the remaining tricolor peppers, garlic, and crushed tomatoes, then tossed with al dente pasta for a hearty Italian-inspired weeknight dinner. A sprinkle of Sargento shredded cheese and fresh basil finish off this deeply flavorful and budget-friendly dish for two.
Sale items used: Publix Mild Pork Italian Sausage, Publix Tricolor Peppers (remaining from Monday), Sargento Shredded Cheese, Pao Homemade Pasta
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: 3/4 lb Italian sausage (about 2-3 links) sliced into rounds, 2 portions of Pao pasta (one 2 for $4.00 pack covers both servings), and shared cheese from the 2 for $8.99 Sargento deal already purchased
Recipes:
- Italian Sausage and Peppers Pasta
- 30-Minute Spicy Italian Sausage and Peppers Pasta
- Italian Sausage and Peppers Pasta

Friday
Meal: Pan-Seared Swai Fillets with Garlic Broccoli and a Fresh Salad
Description: Delicate swai fillets are seasoned with lemon pepper, garlic, and a touch of butter, then pan-seared until golden and flaky for a light end-of-week dinner. Steamed and garlicky broccoli florets and a crisp Fresh Express salad blend with tomatoes on the vine and Ken's dressing complete this fresh and vibrant plate for two.
Sale items used: Publix Swai Fillets, Broccoli, Fresh Express Salad Blends, Tomatoes on the Vine, Ken's Steak House Dressing & Marinade
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 1 lb swai fillets (two 8 oz fillets, one per person), 1 head of broccoli cut into florets, 1 bag of Fresh Express salad blend split between two plates, and 0.25 lb of vine tomatoes sliced on top
Recipes:
- Pan Seared Swai
- Lemon Garlic Butter Swai Fish Recipe
- Pan Seared Swai Fish Recipe

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Publix Pork Boston Butt Roast (1.5 lbs): $1.94
- Publix Ground Chuck (0.75 lbs): $1.34
- Publix Chicken Leg Quarters (1.5 lbs): $1.49
- Publix Mild Pork Italian Sausage (0.75 lbs): $2.99
- Publix Swai Fillets (1 lb): $6.99
- Bulk Sweet Corn (x2 ears, counted from 5 for $3.25 - price per ear is $0.65): $1.30
- Publix Tricolor Peppers (x1 pack, 3-ct): $3.99
- Asparagus (0.5 lbs): $1.50
- Publix Idaho Russet Potatoes (x1 bag, 5 lb): $3.99
- Broccoli (x1 head): $2.99
- Publix Baby Cut Carrots (x1 bag from 4 for $5.00): $1.25
- Fresh Express Salad Blends (x1 bag from 2 for $6.99): $3.50
- Tomatoes on the Vine (0.25 lbs): $0.50
- Publix Orange Blossom Honey (x1): $1.89
- Hamburger Buns (x1 pack): $1.99
- Sargento Shredded Cheese (x1 bag from 2 for $8.99 - buy 2 to use across Thursday and Tuesday): $8.99
- Pao Homemade Pasta (x1 pair, 2 for $4.00): $4.00
- Ken's Steak House Dressing and Marinade (x1 bottle, BOGO - pay for 1 get 1 free): $4.99
- Borden Cheese Singles (x1 pack, for burgers): $2.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Butter
- Garlic (fresh or minced)
- Salt and black pepper
- Smoked paprika
- Cumin
- Chili powder
- Lemon pepper seasoning (or fresh lemon)
- Soy sauce (small amount for honey glaze)
- Crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce (1 can, for Thursday pasta)
- Small flour tortillas (for Monday tacos)
- Dried Italian seasoning or fresh basil
- Red pepper flakes (optional)