Meijer Standard Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Bone-In Chicken Thighs with Sauteed Green Bell Peppers and Cabbage Slaw
Description: Two bone-in chicken thighs are seared skin-side down in a hot skillet until golden and crispy, then finished through for juicy, flavorful meat. Sliced green bell pepper is sauteed in the same pan drippings while shredded green cabbage is tossed with a simple vinegar slaw dressing for a bright, crunchy side.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Thighs ($1.49/lb), Locally Grown Green Bell Peppers ($0.79 each), Locally Grown Green Cabbage ($0.69/lb)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 bone-in chicken thighs, approximately 0.75 lb total at $1.49/lb. Use 1 green bell pepper and roughly 0.5 lb of cabbage. Pantry slaw dressing uses vinegar, a pinch of sugar, and salt already on hand.
Recipes:
- One-Pan Chicken Thighs with Sautéed Cabbage and Potatoes

Tuesday
Meal: Skillet-Browned Brats with Sauteed Bell Peppers and Campari Tomatoes on Aunt Millie's Bread
Description: One fresh brat is browned in a skillet until deeply caramelized on all sides, then nestled into a thick slice of Aunt Millie's bread with sauteed green bell pepper strips and halved Campari tomatoes cooked down into a quick pan sauce. The result is a hearty, pub-style open-face sandwich that is satisfying and full of smoky, sweet flavor.
Sale items used: Bell's Beer or Fresh from Meijer Brats ($3.99 for 19 oz.), Locally Grown Green Bell Peppers ($0.79 each), Campari Tomatoes ($2.99 for 16 oz.), Aunt Millie's Bread ($1.99 for 22 oz.)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: The 19 oz. pack contains approximately 5 brats - use 1 or 2 this night and refrigerate or freeze the rest for another meal. Use 1 bell pepper and about one-third of the 16 oz. Campari tomato container. Use 2 slices of Aunt Millie's bread.

Wednesday
Meal: Oven-Roasted Smithfield Pork Tenderloin with Braised Green Cabbage
Description: A portion of Smithfield pork tenderloin is seasoned with garlic, salt, and pepper, then roasted at high heat until lightly charred on the outside and perfectly juicy inside. Thick wedges of green cabbage are braised in the same roasting pan with a splash of broth and butter, soaking up the pork drippings for a deeply savory, low-effort side.
Sale items used: Smithfield Pork Loin Filet or Tenderloin ($5.99 for 19.2-27.2 oz.), Locally Grown Green Cabbage ($0.69/lb)
Prep time: 45 minutes
Serving note: The package contains one full tenderloin - slice off roughly one-third to one-half for tonight (about 6-8 oz.) and refrigerate the rest for lunches or a second dinner. Use about 0.5 lb of cabbage. Total roasting time is approximately 25-30 minutes at 425 degrees F; the tenderloin can be seasoned and refrigerated up to 24 hours ahead for deeper flavor.
Recipes:
- Roasted Pork Tenderloin & Cabbage

Thursday
Meal: Creamy Alfredo Pasta with Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs and Campari Tomatoes
Description: Boneless skinless chicken thighs are pan-seared until golden, sliced, and tossed with pasta coated in Classico Creamy Alfredo sauce for a rich, comforting weeknight dinner. Halved Campari tomatoes are stirred in at the end to add brightness and acidity that cuts through the creamy sauce beautifully.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs ($1.99/lb), Classico Pasta Sauce or Creamy Alfredo Pasta Sauce ($1.99 for 15-24 oz.), Campari Tomatoes ($2.99 for 16 oz.)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 boneless skinless chicken thighs, approximately 0.5 lb total at $1.99/lb. Use about half the jar of Alfredo sauce and save the rest for another use. Use about one-third of the remaining Campari tomato container. Cook about 2 oz. of dry pasta from the pantry.
Recipes:
- Chicken Pasta in Sun-Dried Tomato Parmesan Sauce

Friday
Meal: Skillet-Smashed Certified Angus Beef Ground Chuck Burgers with Kraft Singles on Aunt Millie's Bread
Description: A portion of ground chuck is divided into two loose balls and smashed flat onto a screaming-hot cast iron skillet, creating lacy, crispy edges and a deeply browned crust on each patty. Each patty is topped with a Kraft Single that melts perfectly, then stacked on toasted Aunt Millie's bread slices with your favorite condiments for a classic smash burger experience at home.
Sale items used: Certified Angus Beef Ground Chuck ($5.29/lb), Kraft Singles ($4.49 for 14.7-16 oz.), Aunt Millie's Bread ($1.99 for 22 oz.)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 0.5 lb of ground chuck at $5.29/lb for two smash patties. Use 2 Kraft Singles from the pack and 4 slices of Aunt Millie's bread. Condiments such as ketchup, mustard, and mayo are pantry staples.

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Thighs (0.75 lb): $1.12
- Locally Grown Green Bell Peppers (x2): $1.58
- Locally Grown Green Cabbage (1 lb total across Monday and Wednesday): $0.69
- Bell's Beer or Fresh from Meijer Brats (x1 pack): $3.99
- Campari Tomatoes (x1 pack, 16 oz.): $2.99
- Aunt Millie's Bread (x1 loaf): $1.99
- Smithfield Pork Loin Filet or Tenderloin (x1 pack): $5.99
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (0.5 lb): $1.00
- Classico Creamy Alfredo Pasta Sauce (x1 jar): $1.99
- Certified Angus Beef Ground Chuck (0.5 lb): $2.65
- Kraft Singles (x1 pack): $4.49

Pantry staples needed:
- Dry pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine, about 2 oz.)
- Olive oil or vegetable oil for searing
- Garlic (fresh or powder)
- Salt and black pepper
- Apple cider vinegar (for cabbage slaw dressing)
- Pinch of sugar (for slaw)
- Butter (for braised cabbage)
- Chicken or vegetable broth (splash, for braising cabbage)
- Ketchup, mustard, and mayo (for burgers)