Baked Chicken Parm, Salted Caramel Overnight Oats, and More Fun Forkfuls

Week 19: May 5-9, 2025; Monday through Friday

Menu

Monday

• Breakfast: Salted Caramel Banana Overnight Oats
• Lunch: Grilled PB&J Sandwich with Carrot Sticks
• Dinner: Orange Glazed Chicken and Jasmine Rice Bowl with Almond Citrus Drizzle
• Snack: Baked Apple Slices with Cinnamon

Tuesday

• Breakfast: Avocado Toast with Eggs
• Lunch: Classic Chicken Salad Sandwiches (using leftover chicken) with Crackers
• Dinner: Spaghetti Bolognese with Mild Tomato Sauce
• Snack: Classic Granola Bar

Wednesday

• Breakfast: Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Bake
• Lunch: Bean and Cheese Quesadilla Triangles
• Dinner: Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry with Plain Rice
• Snack: Carrot Sticks with Creamy Avocado Dip

Thursday

• Breakfast: Peanut Butter Banana Toast
• Lunch: Leftover Spaghetti
• Dinner: Sheet Pan Baked Chicken Parmesan with Roasted Broccoli
• Snack: Banana

Friday

• Breakfast: Avocado Toast with Eggs
• Lunch: Vegan Black Bean Burrito Bowl
• Dinner: Chicken Quesadillas
• Snack: Classic Granola Bar

Shopping List

Proteins

• Eggs (2 dozen) – $10
• Ground Beef (1 lb) – $5
• Chicken Breast Fillets (5 lbs or value pack) – $13

Dairy

• Whole Milk (Half Gallon) – $3
• Shredded Cheese (8 oz) – $2
• Plain Greek Yogurt (32 oz) – $4

Grains & Bread

• Bread (1 loaf) – $2
• Rolled Oats (42 oz) – $3
• Jasmine Rice (5 lbs) – $4
• Thin Spaghetti Pasta (16 oz) – $1
• Tortillas (10 count) – $2
• Crackers (16 oz) – $2

Pantry

• Peanut Butter (16 oz) – $2
• Jelly (16 oz) – $2
• Canned Crushed Tomatoes (15 oz, 2 cans) – $2
• Canned Black Beans (15.25 oz, 4 cans) – $5
• Salted Caramel Sauce (11.5 oz, 1 jar) – $3

Fruits & Vegetables

• Avocado (2 med) – $3
• Bananas (1 bunch) – $1
• Apples (3) – $3
• Carrots (2 lbs) – $2
• Frozen Mixed Vegetables (2 bags) – $2
• Corn kernels (1 can) – $1
• Broccoli (1 crown) – $2

Snacks

• Granola – $3
• Dried fruit – $2.50

Estimated Total: $84.50

Notes for the Cook

• Prices may vary depending on location and availability.
• Meal plan presumes common kitchen staples are already stocked.
• This list prioritizes Walmart for more affordable produce and pantry staples.
• Amazon Fresh is used for a few items where it is cheaper.
• Buying generic brands can often save money.
• This menu utilizes leftovers to minimize waste and cooking time.
• By making the pizza at home, it will drastically reduce cost.
• Seasoning is assumed to be already in the pantry.
• You might need to adjust quantities based on your family’s appetites.

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