Food City Dairy-Free Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Boneless Chicken Breast with Corn and Green Bell Peppers
Description: A single boneless chicken breast is seasoned and seared in a hot skillet until golden and juicy, then served alongside sweet fresh corn cut from the cob and sauteed green bell pepper strips. This simple, satisfying plate comes together quickly and is naturally dairy-free with bright, clean flavors.
Sale items used: Boneless Chicken Breast (Family Pack or Jumbo Pack) at $1.99/lb, Fresh Corn (7 pk) at $5.00, Green Bell Peppers at $0.99 each
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 0.5 lb of chicken breast for 1 person (estimated cost $1.00); use 1 ear of corn from the 7-pack (the remaining ears can be used Thursday and stored in the fridge); use 1 green bell pepper. The 7-pack of corn is a single purchase shared across multiple meals this week.

Tuesday
Meal: Skillet-Browned Ground Round and Cabbage Stir-Fry with Lime
Description: A portion of 85% lean ground round is browned in a skillet and tossed with shredded green cabbage, garlic, and a squeeze of fresh lime for a hearty and flavorful one-pan meal. The cabbage wilts down beautifully and soaks up the savory beef drippings, making this a filling and budget-friendly dinner for one.
Sale items used: Ground Round (Food City Fresh, 85% Lean) at $6.99/lb, Green Cabbage at $0.89/lb, Lemons or Limes at $0.79 each
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 0.5 lb of ground round for 1 person (estimated cost $3.50); use approximately 0.5 lb of green cabbage (estimated cost $0.45); use 1 lime at $0.79.

Wednesday
Meal: Pan-Fried Assorted Pork Chops with Cucumber Salad and Lime Dressing
Description: One bone-in pork chop is seasoned with salt, pepper, and garlic powder then pan-fried to a golden crust, served alongside a cool and crisp cucumber salad dressed with fresh lime juice, a drizzle of olive oil, and a pinch of salt. The refreshing cucumber salad balances the richness of the pork perfectly for a complete dairy-free plate.
Sale items used: Assorted Pork Chops (Food City Fresh) at $1.99/lb, Cucumbers at $0.89 each, Lemons or Limes at $0.79 each
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 0.5 lb of pork chop for 1 person (estimated cost $1.00); use 1 cucumber at $0.89; use 1 lime at $0.79. A second lime is purchased this week (one used Tuesday, one used Wednesday).

Thursday
Meal: Simmered Oscar Mayer Meat Wieners with Frozen Vegetables and Corn
Description: Two or three meat wieners are sliced and simmered in a skillet with a bag of frozen mixed vegetables and a fresh ear of corn cut from the cob, creating a quick and hearty one-pan meal. A splash of broth and a pinch of garlic powder ties everything together into a savory, dairy-free skillet dinner.
Sale items used: Oscar Mayer Meat Wieners (16 oz) at $2.99 with card, Hanover Vegetables (Frozen, Selected Varieties, 10-12 oz) at $0.99 with card, Fresh Corn (7 pk) - already purchased Monday
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 to 3 wieners from the 16 oz pack (the remainder can be used for lunches or snacks); use 1 bag of Hanover frozen vegetables at $0.99; use 1 ear of corn from the already-purchased 7-pack.

Friday
Meal: Lemon-Seasoned Pan-Seared Fresh Flounder Fillets with Bell Peppers and Frozen Vegetables
Description: A fresh flounder fillet is seasoned with lemon juice, garlic, and herbs then pan-seared until flaky and golden, served alongside sauteed green bell pepper strips and a side of warmed frozen vegetables. The bright lemon flavor lifts the delicate fish and makes this an elegant yet effortless dairy-free Friday dinner.
Sale items used: Fresh Flounder Fillets (Wild Caught) at $9.99/lb, Green Bell Peppers at $0.99 each, Lemons or Limes at $0.79 each, Hanover Vegetables (Frozen, Selected Varieties, 10-12 oz) at $0.99 with card
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 0.5 lb of flounder fillet for 1 person (estimated cost $5.00); use 1 green bell pepper at $0.99; use 1 lemon at $0.79; use 1 bag of Hanover frozen vegetables at $0.99.

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Boneless Chicken Breast, Family Pack (0.5 lb): $1.00
- Fresh Corn, 7-pack (x1 pack): $5.00
- Green Bell Peppers (x2 each): $1.98
- Ground Round, 85% Lean (0.5 lb): $3.50
- Green Cabbage (0.5 lb): $0.45
- Limes (x2 each): $1.58
- Assorted Pork Chops (0.5 lb): $1.00
- Cucumbers (x1 each): $0.89
- Oscar Mayer Meat Wieners, 16 oz (x1 pack): $2.99
- Hanover Frozen Vegetables, 10-12 oz (x2 bags): $1.98
- Fresh Flounder Fillets (0.5 lb): $5.00
- Lemons (x1 each): $0.79

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil or neutral cooking oil
- Garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper
- Dried herbs (such as thyme or parsley)
- Low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth (for Thursday skillet)