Publix Gluten-Free Meal Plan

BUDGET RATIONALE

Why these meals: This week's plan builds around five gluten-free proteins so every night feels distinct: crispy oven-baked chicken drumsticks on Monday, seared pork tenderloin on Tuesday, a ground beef and rice skillet on Wednesday, grilled salmon on Thursday, and blackened catfish to close out Friday. Broccoli and Publix Russet Potatoes each stretch across two dinners (Monday and Thursday), and the Publix White Mushrooms do the same across Tuesday and Friday, so nothing sits in your fridge going to waste. You'll round things out with fresh produce like romaine, beefsteak tomato, and coleslaw mix for crunchy, no-cook sides that balance the heavier mains. It's a practical mix of oven, skillet, and grill dinners that keeps prep straightforward while giving your family real variety night to night.

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Oven-Baked Chicken Drumsticks with Roasted Broccoli and Potatoes
Description: Chicken drumsticks are baked until crisp and juicy, served alongside roasted broccoli and roasted russet potato wedges. A simple, comforting weeknight tray-bake.
Sale items used: Publix Chicken Drumsticks, Broccoli, Publix Russet Potatoes
Prep time: 50 minutes
Serving note: 2 lb Publix Chicken Drumsticks, 1 head Broccoli (half of the 2-count sale pack), half of the Publix Russet Potatoes bag, all seasoned and roasted together.
Recipes:
- Sheet Pan Rosemary Chicken Drumsticks

Tuesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Pork Tenderloin with Sauteed Mushrooms and Squash
Description: Pork tenderloin medallions are pan-seared for a golden crust, then finished with sauteed mushrooms and cubed fall hard squash. A quick skillet dinner with warm, savory fall flavors.
Sale items used: Publix Extra Lean Pork Loin Tenderloins, Publix White Mushrooms, Fall Hard Squash
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: 2 lb Publix Extra Lean Pork Loin Tenderloins, half of the Publix White Mushrooms 2-count pack, about 2 lb Fall Hard Squash, cubed and roasted or sauteed alongside.
Recipes:
- Pork Tenderloin Medallions with Mushroom & Onion Sauce

Wednesday
Meal: Ground Beef and Tomato Rice Skillet with Romaine Salad
Description: Lean ground beef is browned and simmered with diced beefsteak tomato over gluten-free rice, served with a crisp romaine side salad. A one-pan main with a fresh, crunchy counterpart.
Sale items used: Lean Ground Beef, Beefsteak Tomato, Garden Life Romaine Leaves
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: 1.5 lb Lean Ground Beef, 1 lb Beefsteak Tomato, 1 package Garden Life Romaine Leaves; serve beef mixture over gluten-free rice (pantry staple).
Recipes:
- Ground Beef Rice Casserole-Jar of Lemons

Thursday
Meal: Grilled Salmon Fillets with Roasted Broccoli and Mashed Potatoes
Description: Publix Atlantic Salmon Fillets are grilled until flaky, paired with roasted broccoli and creamy mashed russet potatoes. A satisfying, balanced dinner that comes together quickly.
Sale items used: Publix Atlantic Salmon Fillets, Broccoli, Publix Russet Potatoes
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: 1 pack (4 fillets) Publix Atlantic Salmon Fillets, remaining head of Broccoli, remaining half of Publix Russet Potatoes bag, mashed with butter and milk (pantry staples).
Recipes:
- Sheet Pan Salmon with Roasted Broccoli & Potatoes

Friday
Meal: Blackened Catfish with Creamy Coleslaw and Mushrooms
Description: Catfish fillets are seasoned and pan-seared until blackened and flaky, served with a cool, creamy coleslaw and the last of the sauteed mushrooms. A crisp, contrasting finish to the week.
Sale items used: Catfish Fillets, Publix Coleslaw Mix, Publix White Mushrooms
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: 1.5 lb Catfish Fillets, 1 package Publix Coleslaw Mix tossed with a gluten-free mayo based dressing (pantry staple), remaining half of the Publix White Mushrooms pack sauteed as a side.
Recipes:
- Blackened Cajun Catfish (Gluten-Free)
- Gluten Free Coleslaw (Creamy, Crunchy, and Ready in Minutes)

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Publix Chicken Drumsticks (2 lb): $3.98
- Publix Russet Potatoes (1 bag): $3.99
- Broccoli (2 count pack): $6.00
- Publix Extra Lean Pork Loin Tenderloins (2 lb): $9.98
- Publix White Mushrooms (1 pack, 2 count): $6.00
- Fall Hard Squash (2 lb): $2.58
- Lean Ground Beef (1.5 lb): $13.49
- Beefsteak Tomato (1 lb): $2.49
- Garden Life Romaine Leaves (1 package): $3.99
- Publix Atlantic Salmon Fillets (1 pack): $8.99
- Catfish Fillets (1.5 lb): $14.99
- Publix Coleslaw Mix (1 package): $1.49

Pantry staples needed:
- Gluten-free rice
- Butter
- Milk
- Cooking oil
- Salt, pepper, blackening seasoning or paprika/garlic powder/onion powder
- Gluten-free mayonnaise (for coleslaw dressing)