Publix Kid-Friendly Meal Plan
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BUDGET RATIONALE
This week's flyer is genuinely steak-and-seafood-heavy, so the smart move is to anchor four nights on the most affordable proteins and save the one premium slot for the best value among the pricier options. GreenWise Ground Chicken at $3.99 a tray is the standout deal of the week and makes a terrific kid-friendly skillet meal. Publix Italian Sausage at $5.69 for a 20-oz package and Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts at $4.49/lb keep two more nights well under $10 in protein. GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops at $6.49/lb round out the economical four nights at a very reasonable price for a sit-down dinner. White Shrimp at $6.99/lb was chosen as the single premium night because it is the least expensive of the premium proteins on this flyer by a wide margin, and kids genuinely love shrimp - skipping the salmon at nearly $12/lb and the steaks at $14-16/lb keeps the week's total from running away. The Rana Tortelloni 2-for-$10 deal and the Bush's Best Baked Beans 2-for-$3 deal add great value on the side-dish front without adding much to the total.
5-DAY MEAL PLAN
Monday
Meal: Ground Chicken and Cheese Skillet Tacos with Corn
Description: Seasoned GreenWise Ground Chicken is browned in a skillet with taco spices and spooned into soft tortillas with Kraft Shredded Cheese and sweet corn on the side. This is a hands-on, build-your-own dinner that kids love and takes less than 30 minutes start to finish.
Sale items used: GreenWise Ground Chicken (16-oz tray), Kraft Shredded Cheese (6 to 8-oz pkg), Bulk Sweet Corn
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 1 tray (16 oz) GreenWise Ground Chicken feeds 4; 1 pkg Kraft Shredded Cheese; 4 ears of Bulk Sweet Corn (buy 5 for $3.00, use 4). Tortillas and taco seasoning from pantry.
Tuesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Pork Loin Chops with Green Beans and Knorr Rice Side
Description: GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops are seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and garlic powder then seared in a skillet until golden and cooked through, served alongside steamed Publix Green Beans and a fluffy Knorr rice side. The mild flavors and familiar sides make this a weeknight winner for kids of all ages.
Sale items used: GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops, Publix Green Beans (1-lb bag), Knorr Sides (4 to 5.8-oz pouch)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: 2 lbs GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops (about 0.5 lb per person) at $6.49/lb; 1 bag Publix Green Beans; 1 pouch Knorr Sides (buy 4 for $4.00, use 1 pouch this night). Garlic powder, salt, and oil from pantry.
Recipes:
- Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Dirty Rice
Wednesday
Meal: Italian Sausage and Tortelloni Bake with Broccoli
Description: Sliced Publix Italian Sausage is browned in a skillet, tossed with Rana Tortelloni and a simple butter-and-Parmesan finish, then served with steamed broccoli on the side. The cheesy pasta and mild sausage is exactly the kind of dinner kids ask for again and again.
Sale items used: Publix Italian Sausage (Pesto Provolone Cheese, 20-oz pkg), Rana Tortelloni (Or Ravioli, 7 to 12-oz pkg), Broccoli (Each bunch), Belgioioso Parmesan Cheese (8-oz pkg)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: 1 pkg (20 oz) Publix Italian Sausage; 2 pkgs Rana Tortelloni at 2 for $10.00 (two packages give a generous portion for 4); 1 bunch Broccoli (buy 2 for $6.00, use 1 bunch this night, save the second for Thursday); 1 pkg Belgioioso Parmesan Cheese. Butter and salt from pantry.
Recipes:
- Sausage Broccoli Tortellini Skillet Recipe
Thursday
Meal: Skillet-Seared White Shrimp with Buttered Corn and Broccoli
Description: Large White Shrimp are quickly pan-seared in butter and garlic until pink and tender, then served alongside sweet corn and the remaining broccoli for a colorful, fun plate kids enjoy. The shrimp cook in under 10 minutes, making this the fastest dinner of the week.
Sale items used: White Shrimp (Large, 31 to 35 per Pound), Bulk Sweet Corn, Broccoli (Each bunch, second from Wednesday purchase)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: 2 lbs White Shrimp at $6.99/lb; 4 ears Bulk Sweet Corn (remaining from the 5-for-$3.00 purchase, 1 ear left over or buy a second set of 5 - use 4 ears total across Monday and Thursday, one set of 5 covers both nights with 1 ear to spare); second broccoli bunch from the 2-for-$6.00 purchase on Wednesday. Butter and garlic from pantry.
Recipes:
- Skillet Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli
- Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli Skillet
Friday
Meal: Baked Chicken Breast Sandwiches on Sub Rolls with Baked Beans
Description: Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts are seasoned, baked in the oven until juicy, then sliced and served on Deli Style White Sub Rolls with Sargento Natural American Cheese Slices melted on top. Bush's Best Baked Beans warm on the stovetop alongside for a classic, crowd-pleasing Friday dinner.
Sale items used: Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, Deli Style White Sub Rolls (2-ct. 10-oz pkg), Sargento Natural American Cheese Slices (16-oz pkg), Bush's Best Baked Beans (15.8 or 16-oz can)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: 2 lbs Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts at $4.49/lb; 2 pkgs Deli Style White Sub Rolls (2 pkgs x $2.99 = $5.98 for 4 rolls total); 1 pkg Sargento Natural American Cheese Slices; 2 cans Bush's Best Baked Beans at 2 for $3.00. Salt, pepper, garlic powder, and oil from pantry.
Recipes:
- Oven Baked Chicken Cheesesteak Sandwiches
🛒 Shopping List
SHOPPING LIST
Buy on sale:
- GreenWise Ground Chicken (1 tray, 16 oz): $3.99
- Kraft Shredded Cheese (1 pkg): $3.00
- Bulk Sweet Corn (5 ears, one purchase of 5 for $3.00): $3.00
- GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops (2 lbs): $12.98
- Publix Green Beans (1-lb bag): $2.99
- Knorr Sides (4 pouches, 4 for $4.00 - 1 used this week, 3 are bonus pantry stock): $4.00
- Publix Italian Sausage (Pesto Provolone Cheese, 1 pkg): $5.69
- Rana Tortelloni (2 pkgs, 2 for $10.00): $10.00
- Broccoli (2 bunches, 2 for $6.00): $6.00
- Belgioioso Parmesan Cheese (1 pkg): $3.99
- White Shrimp (2 lbs): $13.98
- Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (2 lbs): $8.98
- Deli Style White Sub Rolls (2 pkgs): $5.98
- Sargento Natural American Cheese Slices (1 pkg): $6.99
- Bush's Best Baked Beans (2 cans, 2 for $3.00): $3.00
Pantry staples needed:
- Taco seasoning
- Flour tortillas
- Butter
- Garlic (fresh or powder)
- Salt and pepper
- Olive oil or cooking oil
🏷️ All sale items this week
SALE ITEMS FOUND
Meats on sale:
- New York Strip Steak (Boneless, Publix USDA Choice Beef): $15.99/lb
- Sirloin Tri-Tip Roast (Publix USDA Choice Beef): $13.99/lb
- GreenWise Ground Chicken (Raised Without Antibiotics, 16-oz tray): $3.99
- White Shrimp (Large, 31 to 35 per Pound, Responsibly Sourced, Farmed, Previously Frozen): $6.99/lb
- Shrimp Snack Pack (Extra Large Cooked Shrimp & Cocktail Sauce, 13-oz pkg): $10.00
- Salmon Fillets (Fresh, Responsibly Sourced, Farmed): $11.99/lb
- Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (Grade A, No Antibiotics Ever): $4.49/lb
- Publix Tuna Steaks (Wild, Responsibly Sourced, Frozen, 12-oz pkg): $5.99
- Brown Shrimp (Jumbo, 16 to 20 per Pound, Wild, Sustainably Sourced, Previously Frozen): $12.99/lb
- Steakhouse Elite Ground Beef Burgers (With Brisket, Kobe-Crafted, USDA Inspected, 16-oz pkg): $10.49
- GreenWise Angus Top Sirloin Steak (Boneless, USDA Choice Beef, Raised Without Antibiotics): $12.99/lb
- GreenWise Organic Chicken Breast Fillets (Boneless, Skinless, 99% Fat-Free, USDA Grade A): $7.99/lb
- Ground Sirloin (Publix Beef, USDA-Inspected, 3-lbs or More Package): $8.99/lb
- Diluigi Diner Style Smashables (18-oz tray): $9.99
- Hillshire Farm Lunch Meats (7 to 9-oz tub): 2 for $8.00
- Hormel Black Label Bacon (12 or 16-oz pkg): $6.99
- Publix Top Sirloin Beef Kabobs (With Vegetables): $13.99/lb
- Publix Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin (Regular or Cajun-Style Seasoned, Prepared Fresh In-Store): $5.99/lb
- GreenWise 92% Lean Ground Beef (USDA-Inspected, Raised Without Antibiotics): $10.99/lb
- GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops (Boneless, Raised Without Antibiotics): $6.49/lb
- GreenWise Flounder Fillets (Wild, Sustainably Sourced, Frozen, 12-oz pkg): $7.99
- Publix Mini Crab Cakes (With Sweet Heat Dipping Sauce, Perfect for the Air Fryer, each tray): $7.99
- GreenWise Lamb Shoulder Blade Chops (Raised Without Antibiotics, Product of Australia): $9.49/lb
- Boar's Head Lower Sodium Turkey Breast (Sliced Fresh in the Deli): $13.99/lb
- Publix Honey Maple Turkey Breast (Sliced Fresh in the Deli): $7.99/lb
- Publix Italian Sausage (Pesto Provolone Cheese, Limited Edition, 20-oz pkg): $5.69
- Galbani String Cheese (Whole Milk or 33% Moisture Reduced Fat Mozzarella Cheese, 12-oz pkg): $3.99
- Publix Pork Picnic Half: $2.49/lb
Deli and prepared on sale:
- Publix Italian Half Sub (Ultimate or Turkey, With the Customer Choice of Sub Roll, Veggies, Cheese and Toppings, each): $3.99
- Boar's Head Fryer Turkey Salad (Available in the Grab and Go Section of the Deli, each): $7.99
- Publix Italian-Style Wrap (Available in the Grab and Go Section of the Deli, 9.74-oz pkg): $5.99
- Publix 20-Piece Fried Chicken Wings (Hot & Spicy, Breaded or Non-Breaded, Ready-to-Eat, each cont): $14.99
- Publix 5-Piece Chicken Wings Meal (With Choice of Two Sides and a Roll, Hot, Ready-to-Eat, each): $8.99
- Belgioioso Parmesan Cheese (Located in the Publix Specialty Cheese Section, 8-oz pkg): $3.99
- Small Dessert Flight (Includes Chocolate Covered Strawberries, Cannoli, and Fruit Tarts, From the Publix Bakery, 6-oz pkg): $4.99
- Publix Pistachio Flavored Yogurt Parfait (Each cont): $4.49
Produce on sale:
- Publix Baby Bella Mushrooms (Sliced, 8-oz pkg): 2 for $4.00
- Carambola (Each): 2 for $4.00
- Green Avocados (Each): 2 for $5.00
- Publix Tropical Coconut Mix: $5.99/lb
- Cherries (Extra Sweet and Extra Large Varieties): $4.99/lb
- Red or White Seedless Grapes (California-Grown): $2.99/lb
- Tree-Ripened Peaches or Nectarines (California-Grown, Yellow or White Flesh Varieties): $2.99/lb
- Red or Black Plums (California-Grown): $2.99/lb
- Fresh Attitude Salads (Spring Mix, Half and Half, Hearty Harvest, Baby Spinach, or Arugula, 5-oz pkg): 2 for $6.00
- King O' the West Honeydew Melon (Or Orangedew, each): $4.99
- Broccoli (Each bunch, or Brussels Sprouts, each pkg): 2 for $6.00
- Bulk Sweet Corn (Each): 5 for $3.00
- Publix Green Beans (1-lb bag): $2.99
- GreenWise Organic Orange Juice (Some or No Pulp, 52-oz cont): $5.99
Dairy and eggs on sale:
- Tillamook Cheese Snacks (Or Slices, Shredded, or Chunk, 6 to 8-oz pkg): 2 for $7.00
- Sargento String Cheese (Or Cheese Sticks, 9 to 12-oz pkg): 2 for $8.00
- Kraft Shredded Cheese (Or Chunk; or Cracker Barrel Rich & Bold Cheese Cubes or Chunk Cheese, 6 to 8-oz pkg): 2 for $6.00
- GreenWise Uncured Pork Bacon (Raised Without Antibiotics, 8-oz pkg): 2 for $8.00
- Publix Pistachio Pudding (Makes a Great Dessert or Snack): $2.99/lb
- Publix Pistachio Flavored Yogurt Parfait (Each cont): $4.49
Bakery and bread on sale:
- Deli Style White Sub Rolls (Baked Fresh In-Store Daily, From the Publix Bakery, 2-ct. 10-oz pkg): $2.99
- Apple Turnovers (Flaky Pastry Dough, Baked In-Store, From the Publix Bakery, 2-ct. 7-oz pkg): $3.59
- French Toast Toaster Tops (Or Cornbread, From the Publix Bakery, 4-ct. 6-oz pkg): $3.49
- Chicago Italian Bread (Baked Fresh Daily, From the Publix Bakery, 16-oz pkg): $2.99
- Mini Cookies and Cream Cream Cheese Pie (Also Available in Banana or S'mores, From the Publix Bakery, 8 to 10-oz pkg): $6.49
- Pistachio Muffins (From the Publix Bakery, 4-ct. 13.59-oz pkg): $4.59
- GreenWise English Muffins (Plain or Sourdough, Located in the Publix Bakery, 5-ct. 10-oz pkg): $1.99
- Crème Cake (From the Publix Bakery, 25 or 26-oz pkg): $6.99
- Publix Enriched White Bread (Large, 20-oz loaf): $1.75
Pantry on sale:
- Bush's Best Baked Beans (15.8 or 16-oz can): 2 for $3.00
- Knorr Sides (4 to 5.8-oz pouch): 4 for $4.00
- Sargento Natural American Cheese Slices (16-oz pkg): $6.99
- GreenWise Almond Butter (Or Organic Cashew Butter, 16-oz jar): $8.99
- GreenWise Organic Balsamic Vinegar (12.7-oz bot): $4.79
- GreenWise Puff Pastry Sheets (17.3-oz box): $4.99
- GreenWise Collagen Peptides (Unflavored, 10-oz tub): $13.99
- Rana Tortelloni (Or Ravioli; or Alfredo or Pesto Sauce; or Single Serve Lasagna, 7 to 12-oz pkg): 2 for $10.00
- Publix Coleslaw Mix (Just Add Your Favorite Slaw Dressing, 16-oz pkg): $1.49
- Smithfield Pork Sausage Patties (Hometown Original, Fully Cooked, Sold Frozen, 19.5-oz pkg): $4.99
Frozen on sale:
- Publix Salmon Meal for One (12-oz pkg): $7.99
- Publix Meal for One (12 or 13-oz pkg): $6.99
- Stouffer's Entrées or Sides (8 to 12.75-oz; or Lean Cuisine Entrées, 5 to 10.87-oz box): 3 for $10.00
- Innovasian Cuisine Side Dish (14 or 18-oz; or Potstickers Skillet Meal, 8.7-oz box): 2 for $10.00
- GreenWise Organic Frozen Vegetables (Broccoli Florets, Cut Green Beans, Green Peas, Mixed Vegetables, or Sweet Corn, 32-oz bag): $5.99
- Publix Pistachio-Crusted Cod Meal for One (With Creamed Spinach, 12-oz pkg): $9.99
- Publix Pistachio-Crusted Pork Meal for One (With Mashed Potatoes, Corn & Butter, 12-oz pkg): $6.99
- Centerville Pie Co. Pie (Spinach & Feta or Shepherd's; or Chicken Pot Pie, 34 or 36-oz box): $9.99
🛒 Estimated Shopping Cost
Based on sale prices for items in this plan
$94.57
for 4 people · $23.64 per person
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