Publix Kid-Friendly Meal Plan
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5-DAY MEAL PLAN
Monday
Meal: Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders with Corn on the Cob
Description: Juicy chicken breast strips are coated in a light crispy breading and baked until golden, served alongside sweet buttered corn on the cob. This simple, familiar combo is a guaranteed hit with kids.
Sale items used: Publix Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, Bulk Sweet Corn
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use about 1 lb chicken breast (cut into tenders) and 2 ears of corn for 2 people.
Recipes:
- Baked Cornflake Chicken Tenders
Tuesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Roasted Broccoli and Potatoes
Description: Tender pork loin chops are pan-seared to a golden crust and served with roasted broccoli and crispy potato wedges. A hearty, mild-flavored plate that's easy for kids to enjoy.
Sale items used: Publix Assorted Pork Loin Chops, Broccoli, Publix Russet Potatoes
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 pork chops (about 1 lb total), 1 head of broccoli, and 2 medium potatoes for 2 people.
Recipes:
- Easy Sheet Pan Pork Chops with Potatoes and Broccoli Recipe
- Easy One Pan Pork Chops Recipe with Potatoes
Wednesday
Meal: Italian Sausage Pasta with Marinara Sauce
Description: Savory Italian sausage is browned and simmered in a rich marinara sauce, tossed with pasta for a cozy, kid-approved dinner. Simple flavors that both adults and children will love.
Sale items used: Publix Italian Pork Sausage, Rao's Homemade Sauce
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 package of Italian sausage (sliced) and half a jar of marinara sauce with 6 oz dry pasta (pantry staple) for 2 people.
Thursday
Meal: Baked Salmon with Cauliflower and Rice
Description: Flaky baked salmon fillets are paired with soft roasted cauliflower and fluffy white rice for a light, wholesome dinner. Mild seasoning keeps it gentle and kid-friendly.
Sale items used: Salmon Select Cuts, Cauliflower
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), 1 head of cauliflower, and 1 cup dry rice (pantry staple) for 2 people.
Recipes:
- Healthy Salmon and Cauliflower Rice Recipe
- Lemon Pepper Salmon with Cauliflower Rice
Friday
Meal: Slow-Cooked Pulled Pork Sliders on Brioche Buns
Description: Tender pork butt is slow-cooked until it falls apart, then piled onto soft brioche buns for fun, easy-to-eat sliders. A crowd-pleasing favorite that kids love to build themselves.
Sale items used: Publix Pork Boston Butt Roast, Brioche Hamburger Buns
Prep time: 20 minutes active, 6-7 hours slow cooking
Serving note: Use about 2 lbs pork butt (yields enough pulled pork with leftovers) and 4-5 slider-sized brioche buns for 2 people. Since total cook time exceeds 60 minutes, start the pork in the slow cooker in the morning or prepare the day before and reheat.
Recipes:
- Easy Pulled Pork Sliders
🛒 Shopping List
SHOPPING LIST
Buy on sale:
- Publix Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (1 lb): $2.99
- Bulk Sweet Corn (5 ears pack): $3.00
- Publix Assorted Pork Loin Chops (1 lb): $3.99
- Broccoli (1 pack): $6.00
- Publix Russet Potatoes (1 bag): $3.99
- Publix Italian Pork Sausage (1 package): $5.69
- Rao's Homemade Sauce (1 jar): $6.99
- Salmon Select Cuts (2 fillets): $13.98
- Cauliflower (1 pack): $6.00
- Publix Pork Boston Butt Roast (2 lbs): $5.98
- Brioche Hamburger Buns (1 pack): $3.49
Pantry staples needed:
- Cooking oil
- Salt and pepper
- Breadcrumbs or flour for chicken coating
- Dry pasta
- Dry white rice
- Butter (for corn)
- BBQ sauce or seasoning for pulled pork (optional)
🏷️ All sale items this week
SALE ITEMS FOUND
Meats on sale:
- Ribeye Steak, Bone-In: $14.99/lb
- Salmon Select Cuts: $6.99 each
- Publix Smoked Gouda & Bacon Gourmet Beef Patties: $11.49
- Publix Blue Cheese Gourmet Beef Patties: $11.49
- Publix Bacon & Cheddar Cheese Gourmet Beef Patties: $11.49
- Publix Hand-Breaded Panko Shrimp: $5.99
- Publix Italian Pork Sausage: $5.69
- Publix Medium Shrimp Platter: $13.99
- Flank Steak: $15.99/lb
- White Shrimp: $9.99/lb
- GreenWise Lamb Loin Chops: $10.99/lb
- Publix Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts: $2.99/lb
- Publix Pork Boston Butt Roast: $2.99/lb
- Ground Chuck: $7.99/lb
- Publix Assorted Pork Loin Chops: $3.99/lb
- Publix Chicken Breast Kabobs: $11.99/lb
- Publix Beef Craft Burger: $12.99
- GreenWise Organic Uncured Turkey Bacon: $6.29
- GreenWise 92% Lean Ground Beef: $10.99/lb
- GreenWise Uncured Pork Bacon: 2 for $9.00
- GreenWise Smoked Chicken Sausage: $5.29
- Just Bare Lightly Breaded Chicken Breast: $10.49
- Publix Pork Picnic, Half: $2.49/lb
- Prime Fresh Delicatessen Lunch Meats: $6.99
- Applegate Naturals Uncured Turkey Bacon: $5.49
Deli and prepared on sale:
- Publix Hot Side Dish: $3.49
- Boar's Head Frankfurters: $7.99
- Publix Buffalo-Style Chicken Breast Dip: 2 for $10.00
- Publix Artichoke & Spinach Dip: 2 for $10.00
- Publix Smoked Pulled Pork: $8.49/lb
- Publix Ultimate Whole Sub: $7.99
- Boar's Head Everroast Chicken Breast: $10.99/lb
- Boar's Head Jerk Turkey Protein Bowl: $7.99
- Boar's Head Whole Summer Club Sub: $9.99
- Jack Daniel's Pulled Pork: $6.99
- Publix Lunch Meats: 2 for $9.00
- Chomps Sticks: $15.99
- Hillshire Farm Lunch Meats: 2 for $8.00
Produce on sale:
- Cotton Candy Grapes: $4.99/lb
- Moon Drops Grapes: $3.49/lb
- Gum Drops Grapes: $3.49/lb
- Sugar Kiss Melon: $3.49 each
- Small Red Seedless Watermelon: $4.99 each
- White or Red Seedless Grapes: $2.49/lb
- Red Raspberries: 3 for $10.00
- Navel Oranges: $1.99/lb
- Tree-Ripened Peaches or Nectarines: $2.99/lb
- Tear Drops Grapes: $5.49/lb
- Red or Black Plums: $2.99/lb
- Bulk Sweet Corn: 5 for $3.00
- Broccoli or Cauliflower: 2 for $6.00
- Fresh Attitude Salads: 2 for $6.00
- Beefsteak Tomato: $1.99/lb
- GreenWise Organic Red or White Seedless Grapes: $2.99/lb
- Publix Russet Potatoes: $3.99
- Pomegranates: 3 for $10.00
Dairy and eggs on sale:
- Chobani Greek Yogurt: 10 for $10.00
- Publix Vanilla Yogurt: 2 for $5.00
Bakery and bread on sale:
- Apple Pie: $5.99
- French Hamburger Buns: $4.69
- Cream Cheese Coffee Cake Bites: $5.49
- Carvel Bailey's Irish Cream Ice Cream Cake: $17.99
- Apple Danish Crown: $4.99
- Assorted Cupcakes, 6-Count: $4.99
- Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake: $11.99
- Brioche Dinner Rolls: $4.49
- Brioche Hamburger Buns: $3.49
- Brioche Hot Dog Buns: $4.49
- Cake Donuts: $3.49
- GreenWise English Muffins: $1.99
Pantry on sale:
- Minute Maid Drink: 2 for $4.00
- Belvita Breakfast Biscuits: 2 for $8.00
- GreenWise Organic Coconut Flakes: $3.24
- GreenWise Organic Cookies: 2 for $7.00
- GreenWise Organic Instant Oatmeal: $3.49
- GreenWise Organic Quinoa: $3.19
- GreenWise Organic Cranberry Nut Mix: $6.99
- GreenWise Organic Fruit Chews: $4.99
- GreenWise Organic Beans: 10 for $10.00
- GreenWise Organic Honey: $6.49
- GreenWise Organic Spices: $1.00 Off
- GreenWise Organic Sweet Corn: $5.99
- GreenWise Organic Apple Cider Vinegar: $5.19
- Starbucks K-Cup Coffee: $8.99
- Arizona Tea: 2 for $6.00
- Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Cereal: 10 for $10.00
- Mott's Juice: 2 for $6.00
- Sargento Balanced Breaks: 2 for $7.00
- Rao's Homemade Sauce: $6.99
- Publix French Fried Onions: $2.99
- Publix Premium Single-Serve Coffee: 2 for $10.00
- Publix Baking Nuts: $1.00 Off
- Publix Salsa: $2.29
- Gefen Clover Honey: $3.99
- Gefen Cake: $5.49
Frozen on sale:
- Tombstone Pizza: 2 for $8.00
- Publix Waffles: 2 for $6.00
🛒 Estimated Shopping Cost
Based on sale prices for items in this plan
Some sale prices require the store's loyalty card or a clipped digital coupon. Check the flyer before you shop.
$62.10
for 2 people · $31.05 per person
📍 Disclaimer: Prices and availability are based on the Publix weekly sales flyer for the week of September 02, 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 Publix.