Break Bread like Tony Shaloub with This Week’s Loaf-Loving ChopShop

Monday through Friday, we’ve got your plates covered.

Menu

Monday

• Breakfast: Chickpea Flour Spinach Muffins
• Lunch: Balsamic Chicken and Mozzarella Panini
• Dinner: Chicken and Quinoa Comfort 
• Snack: Garlic Parmesan Herb Snack Mix

Tuesday

• Breakfast: Leftover Muffins
• Lunch: Leftover Chicken Panini + Side Salad
• Dinner: Za’atar Bread (Man’oushe); use it to make Vegetable and Cheddar Strata with Herb-Infused Bread
• Snack: Fresh Fruit (like apples and bananas)

Wednesday

• Breakfast: Soft Scrambled Eggs with Leftover Muffins; or Lefover Strata
• Lunch: Sliced Man’oushe with Toppings (like cheese, minced meat, or red pepper paste)
• Dinner: Chicken and Cheese Panini with Veggies
• Snack: Snack Mix

Thursday

• Breakfast: Pesto Eggs on Sourdough Bread
• Lunch: Panzanella Salad with Balsamic Reduction
• Dinner: Chicken Minestrone Soup
• Snack: Fresh Fruit

Friday

• Breakfast: Remaining Muffins or Bread for Nut Butter Toast
• Lunch: Leftover Chicken Minestrone Soup
• Dinner: Sheet Pan Chicken Piccata with Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans
• Snack: Snack Mix

Shopping List

Proteins

• Chicken breast, 2 lbs — $12
• Mozzarella cheese, 8 oz — $3
• Parmesan cheese, 8 oz — $4

Produce

• Spinach (1 lb) — $3
• Roma tomatoes (4 medium) — $2
• Basil leaves (1 bunch) — $2
• Fresh fruit (bananas or apples, 4-5 pieces) — $4
• Potatoes (5 lb bag) — $2.50
• Green beans (12-ounce bag) — $3
• Yellow onion (1 medium) — $1
• Celery (1 bunch) — $2
• Carrots (1 bundle) — $1

Bakery / Bread

• Bread loaf (for panini and sandwiches) — $4
• Ciabatta or focaccia bread — $4

Pantry / Dry Goods

• Chickpea flour (1.5 lbs) — $5
• All-purpose flour (5 lbs) — $4
• Active dry yeast (1 packet) — $2
• Sun-dried tomatoes (small jar) — $4
• Mixed nuts (8 oz) — $4
• Pretzel twists or crackers (8 oz) — $3
• Za’atar spice blend — $3
• Herbs/spices (rosemary, garlic powder, etc.) — $3
• Diced tomatoes (1 can) — $1
• Chicken stock, 1 box — $2
• White beans, 1 can — $1
• Pasta, 1 box — $1

Dairy / Refrigerated

• Almond milk (1 quart) — $3

Estimated Total Cost: $83.50

Notes for the Cook

• Prices may vary depending on location and availability.
• Meal plan presumes common kitchen staples are already stocked.
• This list prioritizes Amazon Fresh for more affordable produce and pantry staples.
• Buying generic brands can often save money.
• This menu utilizes leftovers to minimize waste and cooking time.
• 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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