Piggly Wiggly Kid-Friendly Meal Plan
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5-DAY MEAL PLAN
Monday
Meal: Baked Fryer Leg Quarters with Roasted Broccoli and Russet Potatoes
Description: Juicy oven-baked chicken leg quarters are seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then roasted alongside crispy broccoli florets and chunky russet potato wedges for a classic, crowd-pleasing dinner. This is a straightforward sheet-pan style meal that kids love and comes together with minimal fuss.
Sale items used: Fresh Fryer Leg Quarters (10 lb. bag) $0.69/lb, Broccoli Crowns $1.99/lb, Best Choice Russet Potatoes (10 lb. bag) $4.99 each
Prep time: 15 minutes prep, 45-50 minutes bake time
Serving note: Use 2 leg quarters (approximately 1.5 lbs total at $0.69/lb = about $1.04 in meat cost); use about 0.75 lb broccoli crown and 2 medium russet potatoes from the 10 lb bag. The 10 lb bag of potatoes will carry over for Thursday and Friday meals. Make-ahead tip: season the chicken up to a few hours ahead and refrigerate until ready to bake.
Tuesday
Meal: Skillet-Browned Ground Turkey Tacos with Refried Beans
Description: Lean ground turkey is browned in a skillet with mild taco seasoning and tucked into taco shells with shredded cheese and ketchup or your favorite toppings, making a fun and familiar taco night kids will ask for again. A warm side of refried beans rounds out the plate with extra protein and a creamy texture kids enjoy.
Sale items used: Butterball Fresh Ground Turkey (16 oz., 85% Lean) $3.99 each, Old El Paso Taco Seasoning (0.85-1 oz.) $0.99 each, Old El Paso Shells (8-12 ct.) $1.49 each, Old El Paso Refried Beans (4-16 oz.) $0.99 each, Kraft Slices (12-16 oz.) $4.49 each
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: One 16 oz. package of ground turkey is the right amount for 2 people with a little leftover; use 6 to 8 taco shells from the pack and save the rest for snacking. One packet of taco seasoning and one can of refried beans is perfect for this serving size. The Kraft cheese slices will also carry over for use as needed through the week.
Wednesday
Meal: Pan-Fried Fast Fixin' Chicken Nuggets with Kraft Mac and Cheese and Steamed Carrots
Description: Crispy frozen chicken nuggets are quickly pan-fried to golden perfection and served alongside a creamy pot of Kraft Mac and Cheese and tender steamed baby carrots for a meal that feels like a fun restaurant night at home. This is the ultimate kid-friendly weeknight dinner that takes almost no effort and delivers big smiles.
Sale items used: Fast Fixin' Frozen Chicken Nuggets (22.5-24 oz.) $2.99 each, Kraft Mac & Cheese (11 oz.) $1.49 each, Green Giant Baby Peeled Carrots (1 lb. bag) $0.99 each
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use about half the Fast Fixin' bag (roughly 12 oz.) for 2 people and save the rest for another snack or meal; one box of Kraft Mac and Cheese and one bag of carrots is exactly right for 2 servings. Carrots can be steamed in the microwave in about 4 minutes.
Thursday
Meal: Pan-Seared Boneless Sirloin Pork Chops with Skillet Vidalia Onions and Russet Potatoes
Description: Tender boneless sirloin pork chops are seared in a hot skillet until golden and juicy, then served with sweet caramelized Vidalia onions and simple pan-fried russet potato slices that kids find irresistible. The mild sweetness of the Vidalia onions and the savory pork make this a comforting, familiar plate with no exotic flavors to worry about.
Sale items used: Fresh Boneless Sirloin Pork Chops (Family Pack) $2.39/lb, Sweet Vidalia Onions $0.99/lb, Best Choice Russet Potatoes (10 lb. bag) - already purchased Monday
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of pork chops (about 2 chops) at $2.39/lb = $2.39 in meat cost; use about 0.5 lb of Vidalia onions and 2 medium russet potatoes from the bag already at home. The family pack will have extra chops - freeze the remainder for a future meal.
Recipes:
- PORK CHOPS WITH VIDALIA ONIONS
Friday
Meal: Stovetop-Simmered Carolina Pride Pork Sausage with Eckrich Smoked Sausage, Russet Potatoes, and Carrots
Description: Sliced Carolina Pride pork sausage and smoky Eckrich smoked sausage are simmered together in a single pot with chunky russet potato pieces and tender carrots in a simple savory broth, creating a hearty one-pot meal that kids find deeply satisfying and comforting. This is an easy Friday night dinner with very little cleanup and big, familiar flavors.
Sale items used: Carolina Pride Fresh Pork Sausage Roll (16 oz.) $2.99 each, Eckrich Fully Cooked Smoked Sausage (8.3-14 oz.) $3.79 each, Best Choice Russet Potatoes (10 lb. bag) - already purchased Monday, Green Giant Baby Peeled Carrots (1 lb. bag) - already purchased Wednesday
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use half the Carolina Pride roll (about 8 oz.) and half the Eckrich package (about 6 oz.) for 2 people; freeze or refrigerate the remaining portions for future use. Use 2 medium russet potatoes from the bag at home and the remaining carrots from Wednesday's bag.
🛒 Shopping List
SHOPPING LIST
Buy on sale:
- Fresh Fryer Leg Quarters, approx. 1.5 lbs (from 10 lb. bag): $1.04
- Best Choice Russet Potatoes (10 lb. bag, used Mon/Thu/Fri): $4.99
- Broccoli Crowns, approx. 0.75 lb: $1.49
- Butterball Fresh Ground Turkey (16 oz.): $3.99
- Old El Paso Taco Seasoning (1 packet): $0.99
- Old El Paso Taco Shells (8-12 ct.): $1.49
- Old El Paso Refried Beans (1 can): $0.99
- Kraft Slices (12-16 oz.): $4.49
- Fast Fixin' Frozen Chicken Nuggets (22.5-24 oz.): $2.99
- Kraft Mac & Cheese (11 oz.): $1.49
- Green Giant Baby Peeled Carrots (1 lb. bag, used Wed/Fri): $0.99
- Fresh Boneless Sirloin Pork Chops, approx. 1 lb: $2.39
- Sweet Vidalia Onions, approx. 0.5 lb: $0.50
- Carolina Pride Fresh Pork Sausage Roll (16 oz.): $2.99
- Eckrich Fully Cooked Smoked Sausage (8.3-14 oz.): $3.79
Pantry staples needed:
- Salt and black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Cooking oil or nonstick spray
- Butter or margarine (for mac and cheese)
- Milk (for mac and cheese)
- Chicken or vegetable broth (for Friday simmer pot)
- Ketchup or hot sauce for taco toppings (optional)
🏷️ All sale items this week
SALE ITEMS FOUND
Meats on sale:
- Fresh Boneless Sirloin Pork Chops (Family Pack): $2.39/lb
- Fresh Ground Chuck (Family Pack): $5.99/lb
- Fresh Breakfast Thin Boneless Sirloin Pork Chops (Family Pack): $2.59/lb
- Fresh Fryer Leg Quarters (10 lb. bag): $0.69/lb
- Boneless Beef Top Sirloin Steaks (Family Pack, USDA Choice Black Canyon Angus): $8.99/lb
- Smithfield Sliced Bacon (12 oz., Selected Varieties): $3.99 each
- Tennessee Pride Pork Sausage Rolls (16 oz., Selected Varieties): $3.99 each
- Fresh Boneless Country Style Pork Ribs (Family Pack): $2.39/lb
- Boneless Beef Shoulder Steaks (USDA Choice Black Canyon Angus): $6.29/lb
- Boneless Sirloin Pork Chops (Family Pack, Fresh Tenderized): $2.59/lb
- Fresh Pork Cutlets (Family Pack): $2.99/lb
- Fresh Ground Chuck Patties (Family Pack): $6.49/lb
- Boneless Beef Shoulder Roast (USDA Choice Black Canyon Angus): $5.79/lb
- Butterball Fresh Ground Turkey (16 oz., 85% Lean): $3.99 each
- Fast Fixin' Frozen Chicken (22.5-24 oz., Nuggets, Strips, Patties or Bites): $2.99 each
- Kentucky Legend Sliced Bacon (40 oz.): $10.99 each
- Elm Hill Hashbrown Potatoes (24 oz.): $3.99 each
- Jimmy Dean Fully Cooked Sliced Bacon: $3.99 each
- Tyson Frozen Fully Cooked Chicken (20-29 oz., Selected Varieties): $4.99 each
- Carolina Pride Fresh Pork Sausage Rolls (16 oz., Hot or Mild): $2.99 each
- Kuntry Boy Sausage Patties (38 oz.): $7.99 each
- Tennessee Pride Sausage Patties (40 oz.): $9.99 each
- Tennessee Pride Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches (26-29 oz.): $8.99 each
- Sea Best Fresh Frozen Flounder Fillets (16 oz.): $5.99 each
- Oscar Mayer Beef Hot Dogs (15 oz.): $4.49 each
- Bob Evans Family Pack Side Dishes (28-32 oz.): $3.99 each
- Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh Lunch Meats (15-16 oz., Selected Varieties): $6.49 each
- Eckrich Fully Cooked Smoked Sausage (8.3-14 oz., Selected Varieties): $3.79 each
- Johnsonville Fresh Brats or Italian Sausage Links (19 oz.): $4.99 each
- Bar-S Franks or Hot Dogs (12 oz.): $1.39 each
- Tyson Boneless Wings: $4.99/lb
- Kretschmar Smoked Ham (Sliced to Order, Selected Varieties): $6.49/lb
- Kretschmar Cheese (Sliced to Order, Provalone, Mild Cheddar or Munster): $5.99/lb
- Kretschmar Chicken Breast (Sliced to Order, Selected Varieties): $7.99/lb
Deli and prepared on sale:
- Fresh Dough Pizza (Hot & Ready to Eat, Choice of All Toppings): $10.99 each (Available at Decatur & Charleston Locations Only)
- Tyson Boneless Wings: $4.99/lb
- Tyson Chicken Wedge Cuts (5.4 oz.): $3.49 each
Produce on sale:
- Red or Green Seedless Grapes: $1.99/lb
- Southern Peaches (Golden Ripe): $1.49/lb
- Red or Black Plums (Fresh): $1.49/lb
- Broccoli Crowns (Crisp): $1.99/lb
- Sweet Vidalia Onions: $0.99/lb
- Green Giant Baby Peeled Carrots (1 lb. bag): $0.99 each
- Best Choice Russet Potatoes (10 lb. bag): $4.99 each
- Sweetpops Cherry Tomatoes (24 oz.): $4.99 each
- Fresh Lemons (2 lb. bag): $3.99 each
Dairy and eggs on sale:
- Eggland's Best Large White Eggs (Dozen): $2.99 each
- Blue Bonnet Margarine Quarters (32 oz.): $2.49 each
- Mayfield Cottage Cheese, Sour Cream or Dip (12-16 oz.): $2.29 each
- Kraft Slices or Deluxe Slices (12-16 oz., Selected Varieties): $4.49 each
- Country Crock Butter Spread (19 oz., Selected Varieties): $2.99 each
- Reddi-Wip Dessert Topping (6.5 oz.): $2.49 each
Bakery and bread on sale:
- 37th Street Bakery Danish (14 oz., Selected Varieties): $4.99 each
- Café Valley Mini Muffins (10.5 oz., Selected Varieties): $3.99 each
- Specialty Bakers Chocolate French Twirls (4 ct.): $3.89 each
- Ozark Hearth Texas Toast (20 oz.): $3.49 each
- Rich's Double Layer Yellow Confetti Cake (45 oz.): $14.99 each
- The Father's Table Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake (16 oz.): $5.99 each
- Lender's Bagels (17.1 oz., Selected Varieties): $2.49 each
- Stacy's Pita Chips (16 oz., Simply Naked): $5.99 each
Pantry on sale:
- Kraft Mac & Cheese (11 oz.): $1.49 each
- Kraft Mac & Cheese Power Mac (7.25-7.3 oz., Selected Varieties): $2.49 each
- Swiss Miss Pudding (24 oz., Selected Varieties): $2.99 each
- Clamato Juice (32 oz.): $2.79 each
- Tazo Tea (32 oz., Selected Varieties): $4.99 each
- Country Bob's All Purpose Sauce (13 oz.): $3.29 each
- Heinz Simply or No Sugar Added Ketchup (29.5-31 oz.): $4.99 each
- Libby's Vegetables (28-29 oz., Selected Varieties): $2.19 each
- Juanita's Menudo (25 oz.): $5.49 each
- Juanita's Hominy (105-110 oz.): $5.49 each
- Juanita's Hominy (25 oz., Selected Varieties): $2.29 each
- NatraTaste Blue Zero Calorie Sweetener (250 ct.): $3.49 each
- Kikkoman Soy or Teriyaki Sauce (20 oz., Selected Varieties): $3.99 each
- Old El Paso Refried Beans, Green Chiles or Enchilada Sauce (4-16 oz., Selected Varieties): $0.99 each
- Old El Paso Dinner Kits, Shells or Taco Sauce (6.25-19 oz. or 8-12 ct., Selected Varieties): $2.49 each
- Old El Paso Shells, Beans, Rice or Taco Sauce (8.8-12 oz. or 8-12 ct., Selected Varieties): $1.49 each
- Betty Crocker Scalloped Potatoes (4 oz., Selected Varieties): $0.99 each
- Annie's Macaroni and Cheese Cups or Box (5.5-6 oz., Selected Varieties): $0.99 each
- Gardetto's, Bugles or Chex Mix (7-8.6 oz., Selected Varieties): $1.49 each
- Old El Paso Taco Seasoning (0.85-1 oz., Selected Varieties): $0.99 each
- Velveeta or Kraft Mac & Cheese Cups 4 pk. or Big Cups 2 pk.: $4.49 each
- Kraft Deluxe or Velveeta Macaroni and Cheese Dinners (36-42 oz., Selected Varieties): $7.49 each
- Wendy's No Bean Chili (15 oz.): $4.99 each
- Hidden Valley Ranch Salad Dressing (12-16 oz., Selected Varieties): $3.99 each
- McCormick Salad Toppings or Bacon Bits (3.75-4.4 oz., Selected Varieties): $2.29 each
- Kraft Salad Dressing (16 oz., Selected Varieties): $2.49 each
- Armour Vienna Sausage (4.6 oz., Selected Varieties): $0.89 each
- Vietti Chili With Beans (30 oz.): $3.49 each
- Bertolli Olive Oil (25-36 oz., Selected Varieties): $9.99 each
- Mt. Olive Peppers (12 oz., Selected Varieties): $1.99 each
- Libby's Country Gravy (15 oz.): $1.69 each
- Heinz Ketchup (38 oz., Selected Varieties): $3.99 each
- Red Gold Ketchup or Salsa (15.5-32 oz.): $1.00 each (Buy 1 Get 1 Free noted)
- Hidden Valley Ranch Seasoning (4-1 oz., Selected Varieties): $1.99 each
- Mott's Apple Sauce (6 pk., Selected Varieties): $2.99 each
- Mott's Apple Juice (64 oz., Selected Varieties): $3.49 each
- Welch's Juice (59 oz., Selected Varieties): $3.79 each
Frozen on sale:
- P.F. Chang's Bowls (11 oz., Selected Varieties): $3.99 each
- Dolly Parton's Single Serve Meals (11-12.5 oz., Selected Varieties): $3.99 each
- White Castle Chicken Rings (20 oz.): $7.99 each
- Healthy Choice Power Bowls (9-9.75 oz., Selected Varieties): $3.99 each
- Rana Pasta Entree (12 oz., Selected Varieties): $4.99 each
- Turkey Hill Tea (64 oz.): $1.99 each
- Eggo Frozen Waffles (10 ct., Selected Varieties): $2.99 each
- Banquet Mega Breakfast Bowls (9-10.5 oz., Selected Varieties): $3.99 each
- Blue Bell Ice Cream (Half Gallon, Selected Varieties): $5.99 each
- Totino's Pizza Rolls (50 ct., Selected Varieties): $2.99 each
- Minute Maid Orange Juice (59 oz.): $4.49 each
🛒 Estimated Shopping Cost
Based on sale prices for items in this plan
$34.61
for 2 people · $17.30 per person
📍 Disclaimer: Prices and availability are based on the Piggly Wiggly weekly sales flyer for the week of July 29, 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 Piggly Wiggly.