Publix Standard Meal Plan
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BUDGET RATIONALE
Protein ranking (most economical to most expensive per serving for 4 people):
- GreenWise Ground Chicken (16-oz tray, $3.99 flat): $3.99 for 4 servings - roughly $1.00/serving
- Publix Pork Picnic Half ($2.49/lb): 2 lbs usable = $4.98 for 4 servings - roughly $1.25/serving
- Publix Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin ($5.99/lb): 1.5 lbs = $8.99 for 4 servings - roughly $2.25/serving
- GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops ($6.49/lb): 1.5 lbs = $9.74 for 4 servings - roughly $2.44/serving
- Publix Italian Sausage, Pesto Provolone Cheese ($5.69 per 20-oz pkg.): 1 pkg. = $5.69 for 4 servings - roughly $1.42/serving (flat pack price, economical)
- Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts ($4.49/lb): 2 lbs = $8.98 for 4 servings - roughly $2.25/serving
- White Shrimp, Large ($6.99/lb): 2 lbs = $13.98 for 4 servings - roughly $3.50/serving
- Publix Tuna Steaks (12-oz pkg., $5.99 flat): $5.99 for 4 servings - roughly $1.50/serving (note: one 12-oz pkg. is a light portion for 4; two pkgs. = $11.98, roughly $3.00/serving)
- GreenWise Flounder Fillets (12-oz pkg., $7.99 flat): two pkgs. = $15.98 for 4 servings - roughly $4.00/serving
- Salmon Fillets ($11.99/lb): 2 lbs = $23.98 for 4 servings - roughly $6.00/serving (premium)
- GreenWise Angus Top Sirloin Steak ($12.99/lb): 2 lbs = $25.98 for 4 servings - roughly $6.50/serving (premium)
- New York Strip Steak ($15.99/lb): 2 lbs = $31.98 for 4 servings - roughly $8.00/serving (premium)
Why these meals: The four everyday nights lean on the most wallet-friendly proteins on this flyer. GreenWise Ground Chicken at $3.99 for the whole tray is the standout bargain of the week and anchors Monday. Publix Italian Sausage (Pesto Provolone Cheese) at $5.69 for a 20-oz package gives Tuesday a punchy, distinctive flavor for very little money. Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts at $4.49/lb keep Wednesday's skillet dinner affordable, and GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops at $6.49/lb round out Thursday with a different protein and cooking style entirely. For the one premium night, White Shrimp at $6.99/lb is the least expensive of the seafood and steak options on this flyer by a wide margin - salmon runs nearly double per serving and the steaks run even higher - so Friday's shrimp skillet delivers a special-feeling dinner without blowing the week's budget. A few well-chosen produce and pantry sale items (Broccoli 2 for $6.00, Bulk Sweet Corn 5 for $3.00, Publix Green Beans at $2.99, Knorr Sides 4 for $4.00) fill out the plates inexpensively. The week's total lands comfortably within the $10-$18 per person target.
5-DAY MEAL PLAN
Monday
Meal: GreenWise Ground Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry over Knorr Rice Side
Description: Seasoned ground chicken is browned in a hot skillet with fresh broccoli florets, garlic, soy sauce, and a splash of sesame oil, then spooned over a fluffy Knorr rice side for a fast, satisfying weeknight bowl. The combination of savory chicken, crisp-tender broccoli, and seasoned rice makes this a complete one-skillet meal that comes together in about 30 minutes.
Sale items used: GreenWise Ground Chicken (16-oz tray), Broccoli (each bunch), Knorr Sides (pouch)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: 1 tray (16 oz) GreenWise Ground Chicken, 1 bunch Broccoli, 1 Knorr Sides pouch (prepared per package directions to serve 4). Buy 2 Knorr Sides pouches and 2 Broccoli bunches together at 2 for $6.00 and 4 for $4.00 respectively.
Recipes:
- Ground Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry
Tuesday
Meal: Publix Pesto Provolone Italian Sausage and Sweet Corn Skillet
Description: Sliced Publix Italian Sausage (Pesto Provolone Cheese) is pan-seared until golden, then combined with fresh sweet corn cut from the cob, diced Campari tomatoes, and a handful of baby spinach for a colorful, herb-forward skillet dinner. Served with slices of Chicago Italian Bread for soaking up the pan juices, this meal is bold, fast, and deeply satisfying.
Sale items used: Publix Italian Sausage (Pesto Provolone Cheese, Limited Edition, 20-oz pkg.), Bulk Sweet Corn (each), Fresh Attitude Salads (Baby Spinach, 5-oz pkg.), Chicago Italian Bread (16-oz pkg.)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 1 pkg. (20 oz) Publix Italian Sausage sliced into rounds, 4 ears Bulk Sweet Corn (kernels cut from cob, 4 ears at 5 for $3.00 = $2.40), 1 pkg. Fresh Attitude Salads (Baby Spinach), 1 loaf Chicago Italian Bread.
Wednesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts with Green Beans and Knorr Side
Description: Chicken breasts are seasoned and seared in a skillet over medium-high heat until golden and cooked through, then rested and sliced for serving alongside tender Publix Green Beans sauteed in butter and garlic and a prepared Knorr side dish. This straightforward, protein-forward plate delivers great flavor with minimal fuss and no oven required.
Sale items used: Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (Grade A, No Antibiotics Ever), Publix Green Beans (1-lb bag), Knorr Sides (pouch)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: 2 lbs Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (approximately 0.5 lb per person, at $4.49/lb = $8.98), 1 bag (1 lb) Publix Green Beans, 1 Knorr Sides pouch.
Recipes:
- Honey Lemon Chicken with Green Beans Recipe
Thursday
Meal: Skillet-Seared GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops with Roasted Broccoli and Knorr Side
Description: Boneless pork loin chops are seasoned with garlic, paprika, and black pepper, then seared in a cast-iron skillet until caramelized on the outside and juicy within, served alongside oven-roasted broccoli florets and a savory Knorr side. The contrast of the seared pork, slightly charred broccoli, and the seasoned grain side makes this a hearty, well-rounded plate.
Sale items used: GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops (Boneless, Raised Without Antibiotics), Broccoli (each bunch), Knorr Sides (pouch)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: 1.5 lbs GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops (approximately 4 chops at $6.49/lb = $9.74), 1 bunch Broccoli, 1 Knorr Sides pouch.
Recipes:
- Sheet-Pan Boneless Pork Chops With Broccoli
Friday
Meal: Garlic Butter White Shrimp Skillet with Sweet Corn and Publix Green Beans
Description: Large white shrimp are quickly sauteed in a hot skillet with butter, garlic, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes until pink and slightly caramelized at the edges, then plated alongside sweet corn on the cob and crisp-tender green beans for a bright, summery Friday dinner. Slices of Chicago Italian Bread round out the plate for a satisfying end-of-week meal that feels special without taking more than 25 minutes.
Sale items used: White Shrimp (Large, 31 to 35 per Pound, Responsibly Sourced, Farmed, Previously Frozen), Bulk Sweet Corn (each), Publix Green Beans (1-lb bag), Chicago Italian Bread (Baked Fresh Daily, From the Publix Bakery, 16-oz pkg.)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 2 lbs White Shrimp (approximately 0.5 lb per person, at $6.99/lb = $13.98), 4 ears Bulk Sweet Corn (4 ears at 5 for $3.00 = $2.40), 1 bag (1 lb) Publix Green Beans, 1 loaf Chicago Italian Bread.
Recipes:
- The Best Calabrian Chili Garlic Butter Shrimp Green Bean Stir-Fry
🛒 Shopping List
SHOPPING LIST
Buy on sale:
- GreenWise Ground Chicken (16-oz tray, x1): $3.99
- Publix Italian Sausage (Pesto Provolone Cheese, Limited Edition, 20-oz pkg., x1): $5.69
- Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (2 lbs at $4.49/lb): $8.98
- GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops (1.5 lbs at $6.49/lb): $9.74
- White Shrimp, Large (2 lbs at $6.99/lb): $13.98
- Broccoli (2 bunches at 2 for $6.00): $6.00
- Bulk Sweet Corn (8 ears - used across Tuesday and Friday - at 5 for $3.00, buying 10 ears = $6.00, using 8): $6.00
- Fresh Attitude Salads (Baby Spinach, 5-oz pkg., x1 - buying 2 for $6.00, second pkg. is a bonus): $6.00
- Publix Green Beans (1-lb bag, x2): $5.98
- Knorr Sides (4 pouches at 4 for $4.00): $4.00
- Chicago Italian Bread (16-oz pkg., x2): $5.98
Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil or neutral cooking oil
- Butter
- Garlic (fresh or minced)
- Soy sauce
- Sesame oil
- Red pepper flakes
- Paprika
- Salt and black pepper
- Lemon (for Friday shrimp)
🏷️ All sale items this week
SALE ITEMS FOUND
Meats on sale:
- New York Strip Steak (Boneless, Publix USDA Choice Beef): $15.99/lb
- Sirloin Tri-Tip Roast (Publix USDA Choice Beef): $13.99/lb
- GreenWise Ground Chicken (Raised Without Antibiotics, 16-oz tray): $3.99
- White Shrimp (Large, 31 to 35 per Pound, Responsibly Sourced, Farmed, Previously Frozen): $6.99/lb
- Salmon Fillets (Fresh, Responsibly Sourced, Farmed): $11.99/lb
- Shrimp Snack Pack (Extra Large Cooked Shrimp & Cocktail Sauce, 13-oz pkg.): $10.00
- Brown Shrimp (Jumbo, 16 to 20 per Pound, Wild, Sustainably Sourced, Previously Frozen): $12.99/lb
- Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (Grade A, No Antibiotics Ever): $4.49/lb
- Publix Mini Crab Cakes (With Sweet Heat Dipping Sauce, each tray): $7.99
- GreenWise Lamb Shoulder Blade Chops (Raised Without Antibiotics, Product of Australia): $9.49/lb
- GreenWise Angus Top Sirloin Steak (Boneless, USDA Choice Beef, Raised Without Antibiotics): $12.99/lb
- GreenWise Organic Chicken Breast Fillets (Boneless, Skinless, 99% Fat-Free, USDA Grade A): $7.99/lb
- Ground Sirloin (Publix Beef, USDA-Inspected, 3-lbs or More Package): $8.99/lb
- Publix Top Sirloin Beef Kabobs (With Vegetables): $13.99/lb
- Publix Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin (Regular or Cajun-Style Seasoned, Prepared Fresh In-Store): $5.99/lb
- GreenWise 92% Lean Ground Beef (USDA-Inspected, Raised Without Antibiotics): $10.99/lb
- Hillshire Farm Lunch Meats (7 to 9-oz tub): 2 for $8.00
- Hormel Black Label Bacon (12 or 16-oz pkg.): $6.99
- Publix Tuna Steaks (Wild, Responsibly Sourced, Frozen, 12-oz pkg.): $5.99
- GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops (Boneless, Raised Without Antibiotics): $6.49/lb
- GreenWise Flounder Fillets (Wild, Sustainably Sourced, Frozen, 12-oz pkg.): $7.99
- GreenWise Uncured Pork Bacon (Raised Without Antibiotics, 8-oz pkg.): 2 for $8.00
- Publix Italian Sausage (Pesto Provolone Cheese, Limited Edition, 20-oz pkg.): $5.69
- Steakhouse Elite Ground Beef Burgers (With Brisket, Kobe-Crafted, USDA Inspected, 16-oz pkg.): $10.49
- Diluigi Diner Style Smashables (18-oz tray): $9.99
- Publix Pork Picnic Half: $2.49/lb
- Tyson Restaurant Style Chicken (Crispy Nuggets, Lightly Breaded Bites, or Strips, Uncooked, 32 or 40-oz pkg.): $9.99
Deli and prepared on sale:
- Publix Italian Half Sub (Ultimate or Turkey, With the Customer Choice of Sub Roll, Veggies, Cheese and Toppings, each): $3.99
- Publix Salmon Meal for One (12-oz pkg.): $7.99
- Publix Meal for One (12 or 13-oz pkg.): $6.99
- Boar's Head Fryer Turkey Salad (Available in the Grab and Go Section of the Deli, each): $7.99
- Publix Italian-Style Wrap (Available in the Grab and Go Section of the Deli, 9.74-oz pkg.): $5.99
- Publix 20-Piece Fried Chicken Wings (Hot & Spicy, Breaded or Non-Breaded, Ready-to-Eat, each cont.): $14.99
- Belgioioso Parmesan Cheese (Located in the Publix Specialty Cheese Section, 8-oz pkg.): $3.99
- Publix 5-Piece Chicken Wings Meal (With Choice of Two Sides and a Roll, Hot, Ready-to-Eat, each): $8.99
- Boar's Head Lower Sodium Turkey Breast (Sliced Fresh in the Deli): $13.99/lb
- Publix Honey Maple Turkey Breast (Sliced Fresh in the Deli): $7.99/lb
- Publix Pistachio Flavored Yogurt Parfait (each cont.): $4.49
- Publix Pistachio-Crusted Cod Meal for One (With Creamed Spinach, 12-oz pkg.): $9.99
- Publix Pistachio-Crusted Pork Meal for One (With Mashed Potatoes, Corn & Butter, 12-oz pkg.): $6.99
- Publix Pistachio Pudding (Makes a Great Dessert or Snack): $2.99/lb
Produce on sale:
- Carambola (Fresh from Florida, each): 2 for $4.00
- Green Avocados (Fresh from Florida, each): 2 for $5.00
- Publix Tropical Coconut Mix: $5.99/lb
- Cherries (Extra Sweet and Extra Large Varieties): $4.99/lb
- Red or White Seedless Grapes (California-Grown, Only the Most Flavorful Varieties Chosen): $2.99/lb
- Tree-Ripened Peaches or Nectarines (California-Grown, Yellow or White Flesh Varieties): $2.99/lb
- Red or Black Plums (California-Grown): $2.99/lb
- Fresh Attitude Salads (Spring Mix, Half and Half, Hearty Harvest, Baby Spinach, or Arugula, 5-oz pkg.): 2 for $6.00
- King O' the West Honeydew Melon (Or Orangedew, each): $4.99
- Broccoli (Each bunch, or Brussels Sprouts, each pkg.): 2 for $6.00
- Bulk Sweet Corn (each): 5 for $3.00
- Publix Green Beans (1-lb bag): $2.99
- GreenWise Organic Orange Juice (Some or No Pulp, 52-oz cont.): $5.99
Dairy and eggs on sale:
- Publix Baby Bella Mushrooms (Sliced, 8-oz pkg.): 2 for $4.00
- Tillamook Cheese Snacks (Or Slices, Shredded, or Chunk, 6 to 8-oz pkg.): 2 for $7.00
- Galbani String Cheese (Whole Milk or 33% More Protein Reduced Fat Mozzarella Cheese, 12-oz pkg.): $3.99
- Sargento String Cheese (Or Cheese Sticks, 9 to 12-oz pkg.): 2 for $8.00
- Kraft Shredded Cheese (Or Chunk; or Cracker Barrel Rich & Bold Cheese Cubes or Chunk Cheese, 6 to 8-oz pkg.): 2 for $6.00
- Belgioioso Parmesan Cheese (Located in the Publix Specialty Cheese Section, 8-oz pkg.): $3.99
Bakery and bread on sale:
- Deli Style White Sub Rolls (Baked Fresh In-Store Daily, From the Publix Bakery, 2-ct. 10-oz pkg.): $2.99
- Apple Turnovers (Flaky Pastry Dough, Baked In-Store, From the Publix Bakery, 2-ct. 7-oz pkg.): $3.59
- Small Dessert Flight (Includes Chocolate Covered Strawberries, Cannoli, and Fruit Tarts, From the Publix Bakery, 6-oz pkg.): $4.99
- French Toast Toaster Tops (Or Cornbread, From the Publix Bakery, 4-ct. 6-oz pkg.): $3.49
- Chicago Italian Bread (Baked Fresh Daily, From the Publix Bakery, 16-oz pkg.): $2.99
- Mini Cookies and Cream Cream Cheese Pie (Also Available in Banana or S'mores, From the Publix Bakery, 8 to 10-oz pkg.): $6.49
- Pistachio Muffins (From the Publix Bakery, 4-ct. 13.59-oz pkg.): $4.59
- King's Hawaiian Rolls (Original or Savory Butter, 12-oz pkg.): $3.99
- GreenWise English Muffins (Plain or Sourdough, Located in the Publix Bakery, 5-ct. 10-oz pkg.): $1.99
- Crème Cake (From the Publix Bakery, 25 or 26-oz pkg.): $6.99
- Publix Enriched White Bread (Large, 20-oz loaf): $1.75
Pantry on sale:
- Belvita Breakfast Biscuits (8.8-oz box; or Energy Snack Bites, 5-oz bag): 2 for $8.00
- Dunkin' Coffee (K-Cup, 10-ct. box or Ground or Whole Bean, 11 or 12-oz bag): $7.99
- Rana Tortelloni (Or Ravioli; or Alfredo or Pesto Sauce; or Single Serve Lasagna, 7 to 12-oz pkg.): 2 for $10.00
- Bush's Best Baked Beans (15.8 or 16-oz can): 2 for $3.00
- Knorr Sides (4 to 5.8-oz pouch): 4 for $4.00
- Yoo-Hoo Chocolate Drink (8-pk. 6.5-oz box): $2.99
- Sargento Natural American Cheese Slices (16-oz pkg.): $6.99
- Cheetos Snacks (6.5 to 8.5-oz; or Fritos Corn Chips, 9.25 or 10-oz bag; or Tostitos Salsa, 15.5-oz jar): 2 for $7.00
- Nabisco Chips Ahoy! Cookies (7 to 13-oz; or Premium Saltine or Soup & Oyster Crackers, 9 to 17-oz pkg.): 2 for $7.00
- Frito Lay Snacks (Variety Packs, 18-ct. or Popcorners Popped-Corn Snacks, 15-ct.; or Miss Vickie's Snacks Variety Pack, 15-ct. box): $9.99
- Utz Snack Packs (Variety or Original, 10-ct. box): $4.99
- GreenWise Almond Butter (Or Organic Cashew Butter, 16-oz jar): $8.99
- GreenWise Organic Balsamic Vinegar (12.7-oz bot.): $4.79
- GreenWise Collagen Peptides (Unflavored, 10-oz tub): $13.99
- GreenWise Puff Pastry Sheets (17.3-oz box): $4.99
- Publix Coleslaw Mix (Just Add Your Favorite Slaw Dressing, 16-oz pkg.): $1.49
- Publix Kettle Chips (8-oz bag): 2 for $7.00
- Publix Chocolate Morsels (Semi-Sweet, Semi-Sweet Chocolate Mini, or Milk Chocolate, 12-oz bag): $4.49
- Publix Water Enhancer (1.62-oz bot.): $2.49
- Publix Bags (Storage or Freezer, 28 to 48-ct. box): 3 for $10.00
- Publix Waffles (12.3 or 13.4-oz box): 2 for $6.00
Frozen on sale:
- Stouffer's Entrées or Sides (8 to 12.75-oz; or Lean Cuisine Entrées, 5 to 10.87-oz box): 3 for $10.00
- Innovasian Cuisine Side Dish (14 or 18-oz; or Potstickers Skillet Meal, 8.7-oz box): 2 for $10.00
- GreenWise Organic Frozen Vegetables (Broccoli Florets, Cut Green Beans, Green Peas, Mixed Vegetables, or Sweet Corn, 32-oz bag): $5.99
- Smithfield Pork Sausage Patties (Hometown Original, Fully Cooked, Sold Frozen, 19.5-oz pkg.): $4.99
🛒 Estimated Shopping Cost
Based on sale prices for items in this plan
$76.34
for 4 people · $19.09 per person
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