Kroger Gluten-Free Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Baked Boneless Pork Loin with Gourmet Potatoes and Steamed Vegetables
Description: A tender 0.5 lb slice of boneless pork loin is seasoned with garlic, olive oil, and herbs, then roasted alongside halved gourmet potatoes until golden and caramelized. Kroger steamable vegetables round out the plate for a satisfying, naturally gluten-free weeknight dinner.
Sale items used: Boneless Pork Half Loin ($1.99/lb), Private Selection Gourmet Potatoes (2 for $7.00 with Sweet Corn), Kroger Steamable Vegetables (2 for $3.00)
Prep time: 15 minutes active, 35 minutes roasting
Serving note: Use approximately 0.5 lb of pork loin, trimmed from the larger loin and refrigerate or freeze the rest. Use half of the 1.5 lb gourmet potato bag (save the rest for Wednesday). One bag of steamable vegetables is one serving. Total cook time is about 50 minutes - season the pork while the oven preheats to save time.

Tuesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Perdue Chicken Thighs with Zatarain's Rice and Tri-Color Peppers
Description: Two bone-in Perdue chicken thighs are seared skin-side down in a hot skillet until crispy, then finished through with sliced tri-color peppers for color and sweetness. A single packet of Zatarain's Rice Sides serves as a flavorful, gluten-free base for the whole dish.
Sale items used: Perdue Chicken Drumsticks or Thighs ($1.29/lb), Kroger Tri-Color Peppers ($6.00 for 6 ct), Zatarain's Rice Sides (2 for $3.00)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 0.75 lb of chicken thighs (roughly 2 thighs). Use one Zatarain's Rice Sides packet - check the label to confirm the variety is gluten-free, as most plain rice varieties are. Use 2 of the 6 peppers and store the remaining 4 for Thursday's meal.
Recipes:
- Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs

Wednesday
Meal: Ground Chuck Beef and Potato Skillet with Kroger Cheese
Description: A hearty one-pan skillet combines seasoned 80% lean ground chuck with diced gourmet potatoes, onion, and garlic, all topped with a generous melt of Kroger shredded cheese. This simple, filling meal comes together quickly and is completely gluten-free using naturally safe ingredients.
Sale items used: Private Selection Angus 80% Lean Ground Chuck (16 oz, $6.99 each), Private Selection Gourmet Potatoes (already purchased Monday), Kroger Cheese ($5.49 each with digital coupon)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 0.5 lb (half the 16 oz package) of ground chuck for one serving - cook the full pound and refrigerate the second half for another use or freeze it. Use the remaining half of the gourmet potato bag from Monday. Top with 2 oz of shredded Kroger cheese; the rest of the 32 oz block keeps well refrigerated and will be used again Friday.
Recipes:
- One-Pan Ground Beef and Potatoes Skillet in 30 Minutes | NeighborFood

Thursday
Meal: Simple Truth Italian Chicken Sausage and Pepper Rice Bowl with Feta
Description: Sliced Simple Truth Italian Chicken Sausage is pan-seared with the remaining tri-color peppers and served over a bed of fluffy Zatarain's rice, then finished with crumbled Athenos feta cheese for a bright, tangy finish. This colorful rice bowl is naturally gluten-free and packed with protein and flavor.
Sale items used: Simple Truth Italian Chicken Sausage ($4.99 each), Kroger Tri-Color Peppers (already purchased Tuesday), Zatarain's Rice Sides (already purchased Tuesday), Athenos Feta Cheese ($4.99 each)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 to 3 links (about half the 16 oz package) for one serving - refrigerate or freeze the remainder. Use 4 remaining tri-color peppers from Tuesday. Use the second Zatarain's Rice Sides packet. Crumble approximately 2 oz of feta on top; the rest of the 5 oz container keeps well in the fridge. Verify the sausage label is certified gluten-free before purchasing.
Recipes:
- Quick Italian Sausage and Veggie Bowls with Tzatziki Sauce

Friday
Meal: Sauteed Garlic Butter Shrimp with Kroger Steamable Vegetables and Kroger Cheese Grits
Description: Plump large shrimp are quickly sauteed in garlic and butter until pink and slightly caramelized, then served alongside a bag of Kroger steamable vegetables and a creamy bowl of gluten-free grits topped with melted Kroger shredded cheese. This restaurant-quality meal comes together in under 20 minutes and is entirely gluten-free.
Sale items used: Large Peeled and Deveined Shrimp 31-40 ct ($7.99/lb), Kroger Steamable Vegetables (already purchased Monday), Kroger Cheese (already purchased Wednesday)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Purchase 0.5 lb of shrimp (roughly 15 to 20 shrimp from the 2 lb bag - ask the seafood counter to portion it, or freeze the remainder). Use one bag of steamable vegetables. Prepare gluten-free grits from your pantry and top with 2 oz of the remaining Kroger shredded cheese. Butter and garlic are pantry staples.
Recipes:
- Garlic Butter Shrimp and Grits - Juicy Dish
- Southern Cheesy Shrimp and Grits (GF) • The Heritage Cook ®

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Boneless Pork Half Loin (0.5 lb): $1.00
- Perdue Chicken Thighs (0.75 lb): $0.97
- Private Selection Angus 80% Lean Ground Chuck (1 pack, 16 oz): $6.99
- Simple Truth Italian Chicken Sausage (1 pack, 16 oz): $4.99
- Large Peeled and Deveined Shrimp (0.5 lb): $4.00
- Kroger Sweet Corn and Private Selection Gourmet Potatoes (1 deal set, 2 for $7.00): $7.00
- Kroger Tri-Color Peppers (1 pack, 6 ct): $6.00
- Zatarain's Rice Sides (2 packs, 2 for $3.00): $3.00
- Kroger Cheese (1 block, 32 oz, with digital coupon): $5.49
- Athenos Feta Cheese (1 pack, 5 oz): $4.99
- Kroger Steamable Vegetables (2 bags, 2 for $3.00): $3.00

Pantry staples needed:
- Gluten-free grits or stone-ground grits (confirmed gluten-free brand)
- Butter
- Olive oil
- Garlic (fresh or minced)
- Salt and black pepper
- Onion
- Dried Italian herbs or seasoning blend (gluten-free)
- Paprika or garlic powder for pork seasoning