Publix Standard Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Oven-Baked Chicken Drumsticks with Roasted Russet Potatoes and Sweet Corn
Description: Juicy, crispy-skinned chicken drumsticks are seasoned and oven-baked until golden, paired with wedges of roasted russet potatoes and sweet summer corn on the cob. This is a hearty, crowd-pleasing dinner that comes together with minimal effort and maximum flavor for two.
Sale items used: Publix Chicken Drumsticks ($1.99/lb), Russet Potatoes ($0.99/lb), Bulk Sweet Corn ($3.00 for 5)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: Plan on 4 drumsticks total (about 1.5 lbs) for 2 people; use about 1 lb of russet potatoes cut into wedges; serve 2 ears of corn. Total cook time is about 45 minutes in the oven, so get the potatoes in first and add the drumsticks partway through for even doneness.
Recipes:
- Oven Baked Chicken Legs with Potatoes

Tuesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Pork Loin Chops with Sautéed Baby Bella Mushrooms and Broccoli
Description: Thick pork loin chops are seared in a hot skillet until caramelized and cooked through, then topped with buttery sautéed baby bella mushrooms for a rich, savory finish. A side of steamed or pan-roasted broccoli rounds out this satisfying weeknight dinner for two.
Sale items used: Publix Assorted Pork Loin Chops ($3.99/lb), GreenWise Organic Baby Bella Mushrooms (2 for $5.00), Broccoli (2 for $6.00)
Prep time: 10 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 pork loin chops from the pack, roughly 1 lb total; use 1 package (8 oz) of sliced baby bella mushrooms; use 1 bunch of broccoli cut into florets. The pork chop pack sells by the pound - estimate paying for about 1 lb at $3.99.

Wednesday
Meal: Herb-Roasted Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast with Beefsteak Tomatoes and Cauliflower
Description: Boneless skinless chicken breasts are coated in a simple herb blend and roasted until tender and juicy, served alongside caramelized roasted cauliflower florets and sliced fresh beefsteak tomatoes dressed with olive oil and salt. This bright, clean meal is full of summer flavor and easy to pull off on a weeknight.
Sale items used: Publix Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast BOGO ($5.39/lb base price), Beefsteak Tomatoes ($1.99/lb), Cauliflower (2 for $6.00)
Prep time: 10 minutes
Serving note: Use about 1 lb of chicken breast (2 medium breasts) from the BOGO pack - you pay for the first pound and get the second free, making this an excellent value; use about 0.75 lb of beefsteak tomatoes (roughly 1 large tomato); use 1 head of cauliflower. Roasting time is about 25 to 30 minutes at 400 degrees.
Recipes:
- One-Pan Roast Chicken with Cauliflower and Tomatoes

Thursday
Meal: Skillet-Cooked Hormel Marinated Pork Loin Tenderloin with Roasted Carrots and Russet Potatoes
Description: A pre-marinated Hormel pork loin tenderloin is seared in a skillet and finished in the oven, delivering bold, savory flavor with almost no prep work required. Roasted baby cut carrots and cubed russet potatoes cooked alongside make this a complete and filling meal for two.
Sale items used: Hormel Marinated Pork Loin Tenderloin (2 for $12.00), Publix Baby Cut Carrots ($1.29/lb bag), Russet Potatoes ($0.99/lb)
Prep time: 10 minutes
Serving note: The 2 for $12.00 deal means you buy 2 packages; use 1 package (18.4 oz) for this meal and save the second for later in the week or freeze it. Use the full 1-lb bag of baby cut carrots and about 0.75 lb of russet potatoes cubed small. Total cook time is about 25 to 30 minutes - sear the tenderloin first, then roast everything together at 425 degrees.

Friday
Meal: Pan-Seared Tilapia Fillets with Sweet Corn and Beefsteak Tomato Salad
Description: Fresh tilapia fillets are seasoned simply and seared in a hot skillet until golden and flaky, served alongside grilled or boiled sweet corn and a bright beefsteak tomato salad with olive oil, fresh herbs, and a splash of lemon. This light, fresh meal is a perfect end to the week.
Sale items used: Tilapia Fillets ($7.99/lb), Bulk Sweet Corn ($3.00 for 5), Beefsteak Tomatoes ($1.99/lb)
Prep time: 10 minutes
Serving note: Use about 1 lb of tilapia fillets (2 generous fillets) for 2 people at $7.99 total; serve 2 ears of corn from the 5-pack purchased earlier in the week (the 5-pack cost is already counted on Monday); use about 0.5 lb of beefsteak tomatoes for the salad.
Recipes:
- Seared Tilapia with Corn and Cherry Tomato Salad

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Publix Chicken Drumsticks (1.5 lbs): $2.99
- Russet Potatoes (1.75 lbs, used across Monday and Thursday): $1.74
- Bulk Sweet Corn (x5 pack, used Monday and Friday): $3.00
- Publix Assorted Pork Loin Chops (1 lb): $3.99
- GreenWise Organic Baby Bella Mushrooms (1 pkg, part of 2 for $5.00 deal): $2.50
- Broccoli (1 bunch, part of 2 for $6.00 deal): $3.00
- Publix Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast (1 lb, BOGO - pay for 1 lb only): $5.39
- Beefsteak Tomatoes (1.25 lbs, used across Wednesday and Friday): $2.49
- Cauliflower (1 head, part of 2 for $6.00 deal): $3.00
- Hormel Marinated Pork Loin Tenderloin (2 for $12.00 deal, 2 pkgs): $12.00
- Publix Baby Cut Carrots (1 lb bag): $1.29
- Tilapia Fillets (1 lb): $7.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Garlic (fresh or powder)
- Salt and black pepper
- Dried herbs (thyme, rosemary, or Italian seasoning)
- Paprika
- Butter
- Lemon (for tilapia and tomato salad)
- Red pepper flakes (optional)