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5-DAY MEAL PLAN
Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Ground Chuck Smash Burgers on Onion Rolls with Coleslaw
Description: Four thin ground chuck patties are smashed on a hot skillet for crisp, lacy edges, then tucked into toasted onion rolls. Served with a quick, creamy coleslaw made from bagged mix for a cool, crunchy side.
Sale items used: Ground Chuck, Onion Rolls, Publix Coleslaw Mix
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 lb ground chuck (4 patties of 4 oz, 2 per person) and 4 onion rolls from the pack. Use about half the coleslaw mix bag with 2 tbsp mayo and a splash of vinegar. Leftover rolls and slaw mix can be used later in the week.
Recipes:
- Bobby Flay Texas Style Slaw Burgers
- Diner-Style Smash Burgers
- Oklahoma Onion Smash Burger
Tuesday
Meal: Skillet Italian Sausage with Peppers-Free Onions and Roasted Gold Potatoes
Description: Browned Italian sausage links are cooked with sweet onions until soft and caramelized, no peppers needed. Served alongside crisp-edged roasted gold potatoes for a hearty dinner for two.
Sale items used: Publix Pork Italian Sausage, Sweet Onions, Publix Gold Potatoes
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 package sausage (assume about 1 lb, 4 links, 2 per person), 1 large sweet onion sliced, and about 1 lb gold potatoes cubed (roughly half the bag). Roast potatoes at 425F for 30 minutes while the sausage and onions cook in the skillet.
Recipes:
- Sheet Pan Italian Sausage and Potatoes with Peppers and Onions
- Easy Italian Sausage and Potato Skillet
- Crispy Italian Sausage and Potatoes
Wednesday
Meal: Baked Bluehouse Atlantic Salmon with Roasted Broccoli and Rice
Description: Salmon fillets are baked until flaky and tender with a little oil, salt, and pepper. Roasted broccoli florets and fluffy rice make it a balanced, easy dinner for two.
Sale items used: Bluehouse Atlantic Salmon Fillets, Broccoli, GreenWise Organic Rice
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use the salmon package (assume about 1 lb, 2 fillets of 8 oz each), 1 broccoli crown pack (about 3/4 lb) and 1/2 cup dry rice, which makes about 1.5 cups cooked. Roast broccoli and bake salmon together at 400F for 12 to 15 minutes.
Recipes:
- Salmon Rice Bowls with Crisp Roasted Broccoli
- Smashed Salmon Broccoli Rice Bowls
- Glazed Salmon with Broccoli and Rice
Thursday
Meal: Baked Marinated Chicken Thighs with Roasted Acorn Squash
Description: Pre-marinated boneless chicken thighs are baked until juicy with browned edges. Roasted acorn squash wedges bring a sweet, caramelized side to this cozy fall meal.
Sale items used: Publix Boneless Skinless Marinated Chicken Thighs, Acorn Squash
Prep time: 50 minutes
Serving note: Use the chicken thigh package (assume about 1.25 lb, about 4 thighs) and 1 acorn squash (about 1.5 lb), halved and cut into wedges. Roast squash at 400F for 35 to 40 minutes and add the chicken for the last 25 minutes.
Recipes:
- Balsamic Roasted Chicken Thighs with Acorn Squash and Sage
- Maple Roasted Chicken with Acorn Squash
- Garlic & Sage Chicken Thighs with Maple Roasted Acorn Squash
Friday
Meal: Ground Chicken Breast Lettuce-Free Avocado Tomato Rice Bowls
Description: Seasoned ground chicken is browned and spooned over warm rice with sliced avocado and juicy tomato. A squeeze of lime and a pinch of salt finish these fresh, filling bowls for two.
Sale items used: Springer Mountain Farms Ground Chicken Breast, Hass Avocados, Tomatoes on the Vine, Ben's Original Ready Rice
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use the ground chicken package (assume 1 lb), 2 avocados, about 0.5 lb tomatoes (2 medium), and 1 pouch of ready rice (2 servings). Season chicken with cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Recipes:
- Mexican Ground Chicken and Rice Bowls
- Chicken Avocado Rice Meal Prep Bowls
- Tomato-Avocado Chicken and Rice
🛒 Shopping List
SHOPPING LIST
Buy on sale:
- Ground Chuck (1 lb): $4.99
- Onion Rolls (1 pack): $3.49
- Publix Coleslaw Mix (1 bag): $1.49
- Publix Pork Italian Sausage (1 pack): $5.69
- Sweet Onions (1 bag): $4.99
- Publix Gold Potatoes (1 bag): $4.99
- Bluehouse Atlantic Salmon Fillets (1 pack): $12.99
- Broccoli (2 for $6.00, 1 pair): $6.00
- GreenWise Organic Rice (2 for $7.00, 1 pair): $7.00
- Publix Boneless Skinless Marinated Chicken Thighs (1 pack): $7.99
- Acorn Squash (1.5 lbs): $1.49
- Springer Mountain Farms Ground Chicken Breast (1 pack): $3.99
- Hass Avocados (x2): $1.98
- Tomatoes on the Vine (0.5 lb): $1.00
- Ben's Original Ready Rice (2 for $5.00, 1 pair): $5.00
Pantry staples needed:
- Mayonnaise, white vinegar, olive oil, salt, black pepper, cumin, garlic powder, lime or lime juice
🏷️ All sale items this week
SALE ITEMS FOUND
Meats on sale:
- Ground Chuck: $4.99/lb
- Publix Fried Chicken Tenders Quick Bites: $5.00 each
- GreenWise Sockeye Salmon Fillets: $22.99
- Bluehouse Atlantic Salmon Fillets: $12.99
- Florida Pink Shrimp: $16.99/lb
- Ribeye Steak: $14.99/lb
- Zenshi Game Day Sushi: $17.99
- The Original Bourbon Marinated Salmon: $7.99
- Catfish Fillets: $7.99/lb
- White Shrimp: $8.99/lb
- Publix Orange Roughy Fillets: $8.99
- Cedar Bay Cedar Planked Atlantic Salmon: $8.99
- GreenWise 92% Lean Ground Beef: $9.99/lb
- Butterball Ground Turkey: $10.99
- GreenWise Alaskan Pollock Fillets: $11.99
- GreenWise Lamb Shoulder Blade Chops: $7.99/lb
- Publix Brisket & Sirloin Craft Burgers: $13.99
- Springer Mountain Farms Ground Chicken Breast: $3.99
- Publix Boneless Skinless Marinated Chicken Thighs: $7.99
- Publix Seasoned Beef Meatballs: $7.99/lb
- GreenWise Angus New York Strip Steak: $20.99/lb
- GreenWise Organic Uncured Turkey Bacon: $5.99
- GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops: $6.49/lb
- Heritage Ribeye Steak: $9.99
- GreenWise Lunch Meats: 2 for $10.00
- Just Bare Lightly Breaded Chicken Breast: $9.99
- Publix Pork Italian Sausage: $5.69
- Publix Sliced Pepperoni: 2 for $6.00
- Bubba Burger: $13.99
Deli and prepared on sale:
- Boar's Head Ultimate Whole Sub: $9.49
- Boar's Head Bold Chef Salad: $7.99
- Boar's Head Smokemaster Ham: $10.99/lb
- Mrs. Peter's Dips: $9.99
- Publix Sweet & Spicy Chili Chicken Wings: $8.89
- Publix Pepper or Herb-Coated Salami: 2 for $8.00
- Publix Beer Bratwurst: $5.69
- Publix Pumpkin Spice Flavored Pretzels: $3.49
- Fresh Express Gourmet Café Salads Bowl: 3 for $10.00
- Publix Turkey, Cheddar, & Bacon Pinwheels: $4.29
- Publix Honey Maple Turkey Breast: $8.99/lb
- Publix French Onion Sour Cream Dip: 2 for $6.00
- Publix Stuffed Jalapeño Peppers: $8.99/lb
- Publix Original Popcorn Chicken: $5.69
- Publix Hot Soup: $5.49
Produce on sale:
- Publix Fruit Salad: $3.99/lb
- Red or White Seedless Grapes: $2.99/lb
- Bartlett, Red, or Bosc Pears: $1.99/lb
- Pomegranates: 3 for $10.00
- Blueberries: 2 for $10.00
- Mandarins: $4.99
- Heirloom Pumpkins: $7.49 each
- Hass Avocados: $0.99 each
- Tomatoes on the Vine: $1.99/lb
- Hot House Cucumbers: 2 for $4.00
- Broccoli: 2 for $6.00
- Acorn Squash: $0.99/lb
- Publix Gold Potatoes: $4.99
- Sweet Onions: $4.99
- GreenWise Organic Red or White Seedless Grapes: $3.49/lb
- GreenWise Organic Baby Cut Carrots: 2 for $4.00
- Publix Baby Cut Carrots: 2 for $3.00
- Publix Coleslaw Mix: $1.49
Dairy and eggs on sale:
- Kraft Chunk Cheese: 2 for $6.00
- Publix Shredded Cheese: 2 for $5.00
- GreenWise Organic Liquid Egg Whites: $5.99
- Publix Cheese Slices: 2 for $5.00
- GreenWise Organic Mozzarella String Cheese: $5.49
- Noosa Finest Yoghurt: 10 for $10.00
- Fage Greek Strained Yogurt: 4 for $5.00
- Nestlé Coffee Mate Coffee Creamer: 2 for $7.00
- Pete & Gerry's Organic Brown Eggs: $4.99
Bakery and bread on sale:
- Pumpkin Cake Roll: $6.59
- Tutto Cranberry White Chocolate Bread: $5.99
- Tutto Baguette: $4.99
- Caramel Pecan Crème Cake: $6.99
- Onion Rolls: $3.49
- Cookie Butter Brownies: $5.99
- Bear Claw Pastries: $4.49
- GreenWise Flourless Chocolate Truffle Torte: $11.49
- Small Apple Pie: $3.99
- GreenWise Bagels: $1.99
- Hoagie Rolls: $3.89
- GreenWise Mini Muffins: $5.99
- Tiramisu: $6.99
Pantry on sale:
- Frito Lay Snack Mix: $9.99
- GreenWise Organic Rice: 2 for $7.00
- GreenWise Organic Tea Bags: 2 for $6.00
- GreenWise Organic Agave Sweetener: $5.99
- GreenWise Organic Coconut Aminos: $4.99
- GreenWise Collagen Peptides: $13.99
- GreenWise Organic Animal Crackers: 2 for $7.00
- Ben's Original Ready Rice: 2 for $5.00
- Nutella Biscuits: 2 for $8.00
- Simple Mills Crackers: 2 for $8.00
- Publix Crackers: 2 for $5.00
- Publix Chicken Stock: 2 for $5.00
- Publix Kettle Cooked Chips: 2 for $7.00
- Peet's Ground Coffee: $8.99
Frozen on sale:
- Stouffer's Entrées: 3 for $10.00
- Deep Indian Kitchen Entrées: 2 for $9.00
- Publix Pizza: 2 for $8.00
- Publix Premium Appetizers: $5.99
- Publix Premium Ice Cream: $6.59
🛒 Estimated Shopping Cost
Based on sale prices for items in this plan
Some sale prices require the store's loyalty card or a clipped digital coupon. Check the flyer before you shop.
$73.08
for 2 people · $36.54 per person
📍 Disclaimer: Prices and availability are based on the Publix weekly sales flyer for the week of October 07, 2026. Flyers are sourced from store websites and weekly flyer aggregator sites. Actual prices may vary by location. Always verify prices at your local store. We are not affiliated with Publix.