Meijer Kosher Meal Plan

BUDGET RATIONALE

Why these meals: Chicken drumsticks at $0.99/lb are the standout deal of the week and anchor Monday's dinner at under $2 for the whole table. Chicken breasts at $2.29/lb and ground chuck at $5.29/lb give you two more solid economical nights, and splitting the Jennie-O ground turkey roll across one dinner keeps that cost reasonable too. The Certified Angus Beef Chuck Steak earns the single premium night - at $7.99/lb it is noticeably pricier per serving than the ground meats and chicken, but it is still the most affordable of the premium cuts on this flyer, well below the salmon options and the shaved beef steak packages. Sticking with drumsticks, breasts, ground chuck, and ground turkey for four of the five nights keeps the week grounded and the total manageable.

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Oven-Baked Chicken Drumsticks with Campari Tomatoes and Celery
Description: Chicken drumsticks are seasoned with garlic, paprika, and olive oil, then roasted in the oven until the skin is golden and the meat is cooked through. Halved Campari tomatoes and sliced celery are added to the pan in the final 20 minutes, softening into a light, savory pan sauce.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Drumsticks, Campari Tomatoes (16 oz.), Locally Grown Pascal Celery
Prep time: 15 minutes active, 45 minutes oven time
Serving note: Use 2 lbs of chicken drumsticks (roughly 6 to 8 pieces) for 4 people. Use 1 container (16 oz.) Campari tomatoes and 1 head of celery, using 4 to 5 stalks. Total time is about 60 minutes; prep the vegetables while the chicken starts roasting to stay on schedule. MEAT meal.

Tuesday
Meal: Ground Chuck Beef and Barilla Pasta Skillet with Avocado
Description: Ground chuck is browned in a skillet with onion, garlic, and diced Campari tomatoes, then tossed with cooked Barilla pasta and seasoned with cumin and chili powder for a hearty one-pan dinner. Sliced mini avocados are served fresh on top at the table, adding creaminess without any dairy.
Sale items used: Certified Angus Beef Ground Chuck (2.5 lb. pkg. or larger), Barilla Pasta (12-16 oz.), Campari Tomatoes (16 oz.), Minis Avocados (6 ct. bag)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 1.5 lbs of ground chuck from the 2.5 lb. package (remainder can be frozen). Use 1 box (12 oz.) Barilla pasta, 1 container (16 oz.) Campari tomatoes, and 4 mini avocados from the 6-count bag. MEAT meal.

Wednesday
Meal: Jennie-O Ground Turkey Flour Tortilla Wraps with Avocado and Tomato
Description: Ground turkey is cooked in a skillet with garlic, cumin, and smoked paprika until browned and fragrant, then spooned into warm flour tortillas with sliced avocado and fresh Campari tomatoes. This is a quick, satisfying wrap dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes with bold flavor from the spiced turkey filling.
Sale items used: Jennie-O Ground Turkey (3 lb. roll, 90% lean, Fresh), La Banderita Fajita or Burrito Flour Tortillas (20-22.5 oz.), Minis Avocados (6 ct. bag), Campari Tomatoes (16 oz.)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 1.5 lbs of ground turkey from the 3 lb. roll (remainder reserved for Friday). Use 1 package La Banderita tortillas, 2 remaining mini avocados from the bag, and 1 container (16 oz.) Campari tomatoes. Serve 2 to 3 wraps per person. MEAT meal.
Recipes:
- Simple + Filling Whole Wheat Turkey Wraps with Avocado - Roots and Radishes

Thursday
Meal: Pan-Seared Certified Angus Beef Chuck Steak with Honeycrisp Apple and Celery Salad
Description: Beef chuck steaks are seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and garlic, then seared in a hot skillet with olive oil until browned on both sides and cooked to medium, resting before slicing. A crisp side salad of thinly sliced Honeycrisp apples and celery dressed with lemon juice and olive oil provides a fresh, bright contrast to the rich beef.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Certified Angus Beef Chuck Steak or Roast, Bulk Honeycrisp Apples, Locally Grown Pascal Celery
Prep time: 20 minutes active, 15 minutes resting
Serving note: Use 2 lbs of chuck steak for 4 people. Use 1 lb of Honeycrisp apples (roughly 2 to 3 apples) and 3 to 4 stalks of celery from the second head. Total time is about 35 minutes. MEAT meal.
Recipes:
- Seared Chuck Eye Steak with Rosemary-Roasted Garlic Butter
- Celery Apple Salad Recipe | Little Spice Jar

Friday
Meal: Jennie-O Ground Turkey and Egg Fried Rice with Blueberries for Dessert
Description: The remaining ground turkey is cooked with scrambled eggs, garlic, and soy sauce in a large skillet, then tossed with cooked rice for a savory, protein-packed fried rice dinner. A bowl of fresh blueberries is served alongside as a naturally sweet dessert to finish the week on a light note.
Sale items used: Jennie-O Ground Turkey (3 lb. roll, 90% lean, Fresh), Eggland's Best Cage Free White Eggs (18 ct.), Blueberries (Pint container)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use the remaining 1.5 lbs of ground turkey from the 3 lb. roll purchased earlier in the week. Use 4 eggs from the 18-count carton. Use 1 pint of blueberries for dessert, shared among 4. Cooked white rice is a pantry staple. MEAT meal.
Recipes:
- Ground Turkey Fried Rice | Girl Heart Food®

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Drumsticks (2 lbs): $1.98
- Campari Tomatoes (16 oz.) x3 containers: $8.97
- Locally Grown Pascal Celery x2 heads: $3.58
- Certified Angus Beef Ground Chuck (2.5 lb. pkg.): $13.23
- Barilla Pasta (12-16 oz.) x1 box: $1.49
- Minis Avocados (6 ct. bag) x1 bag: $2.99
- Jennie-O Ground Turkey (3 lb. roll, 90% lean, Fresh) x1 roll: $12.99
- La Banderita Fajita or Burrito Flour Tortillas (20-22.5 oz.) x1 package: $2.49
- Fresh from Meijer Certified Angus Beef Chuck Steak or Roast (2 lbs): $15.98
- Bulk Honeycrisp Apples (1 lb): $1.99
- Eggland's Best Cage Free White Eggs (18 ct.) x1 carton: $4.99
- Blueberries (Pint container) x1: $3.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Garlic (fresh or minced)
- Salt and black pepper
- Paprika and smoked paprika
- Cumin
- Chili powder
- Soy sauce (use a kosher-certified brand)
- White rice
- Lemon juice