Looking for affordable and simple dinner options for your family? BJ's Wholesale Club has you covered! We've put together ten mouth-watering meals that are budget-friendly, quick, and easy to prepare. Each meal is priced out for a family of four and uses ingredients available at BJ's.
I didn't include seasoning or oil because most of us have these items, and if you're like me and buy seasoning at BJ's, it will last you well over a year! Remember that if you are a smaller family, you can probably get even more than ten meals out of this shopping list.
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Ingredient List and Prices:
- Chicken Breasts: $2.69/lb (4.77 lbs = $12.83)
- Chicken Thighs: $1.39/lb (11.04 lbs = $15.35)
- Italian Sausage: $9.99 for 2 pk (1.5 lbs)
- Peppers: $3.99 for 4 ($2 per meal)
- Corn: $6.99 for 6 ($1.16 each)
- Frozen Broccoli 4 lbs. $7.99
- Potatoes: 5 lbs for $2.89 ($0.57/lb)
- Spinach: 20 oz for $5.29
- Jasmine Rice: 8 lbs for $12.99 ($1.62/lb)
- Cream of Chicken: 8 pk for $9.99 ($1.24/can)
- Marinara Sauce: 2 pk 25 oz for $7.49 ($3.74 each)
- Chicken Broth: $9.99 for 6 ($1.65 each)
- Sour Cream: 32 oz for $3.49 ($0.10/oz)
- Cheddar Cheese: 32 oz for $5.99 ($0.18/oz)
- Mozzarella Cheese: 2 ct 24 oz for $7.99 ($3.99/bag)
- Ricotta Cheese: 3 lbs for $7.49
- Naan: 4 ct for $4.99 ($1.24 each)
- Tortillas: 40 ct for $6.99 ($0.17 each)
1. Healthy 20-Minute Sheet Pan Sausage, Peppers, and Broccoli
Ingredients:
- Italian Sausage (1 lb): $6.66
- Peppers (2): $2.00
- Broccoli (1 lb, estimated): $2.00
Total Cost: $10.66
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice sausage, cut peppers into strips, and rinse frozen broccoli with water to thaw.
- Arrange on a sheet pan, drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper, or seasoning of your choice.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through.
2. Easy Chicken Quesadillas
Ingredients:
- Chicken Breasts (1 lb): $2.69
- Tortillas (10): $1.70
- Cheddar Cheese (2 cups): $2.88
- Spinach 5 oz: $0.66
Total Cost: $7.93
Instructions:
- Cook and shred chicken and mix with diced peppers. ( Or you can chop chicken really small, too)
- Place mixture and cheese between two tortillas.
- Cook in a skillet until cheese melts and tortillas are golden. ( We will add mayo and BBQ sauce sometimes too.)
3. Sausage and Ricotta Naan Pizza
Ingredients:
- Italian Sausage (1/2 lb): $3.33
- Naan (4 pieces): $4.99
- Ricotta Cheese (1 cup): $1.66
- Marinara Sauce (1/2 jar): $1.87
- Mozzarella Cheese (1 cup): $1.99
Total Cost: $15.05
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Spread marinara on naan, top with cooked sausage, dollops of ricotta, and mozzarella.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese melts.
4. One-Pot Cheesy Broccoli Rice Casserole
Ingredients:
- Rice (2 cups): $1.62
- Chicken Breasts (1 lb): $2.69
- Broccoli (1 lb, or one bag): $2.00
- Chicken Broth (2 cups): $1.65
- Cream of Chicken (1 can): $1.24
- Cheddar Cheese (2 cups): $2.88
Total Cost: $12.08
Instructions:
- Cook rice according to package instructions, using chicken broth instead of water.
- In a large skillet, cook diced chicken breasts until no longer pink.
- Add broccoli florets and cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in cooked rice, cream of chicken soup, and half of the cheddar cheese.
- Transfer mixture to a baking dish, top with remaining cheese.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
5. Chicken, Corn, and Roasted Potatoes
Ingredients:
- Chicken Thighs (2 lbs): $2.78
- Corn (3 ears): $3.48
- Potatoes (2 lbs): $1.14
- Oil (2 tbsp): $0.20 (estimated)
Total Cost: $7.60
Instructions:
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Cut potatoes into 1-inch cubes.
- Arrange chicken thighs, corn (cut into thirds), and potato cubes on a large sheet pan.
- Drizzle with oil and season with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender.
Here are some more recipe ideas using the same ingredients from the list above.
6. Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Ingredients:
- Chicken Breasts (1.5 lbs): $4.04
- Spinach (1 cup): $1.32
- Ricotta Cheese (1 cup): $1.66
- Mozzarella Cheese (1/2 cup): $1.00
Total Cost: $8.02
Instructions:
- Mix spinach, ricotta, and half the mozzarella.
- Cut pockets in chicken breasts and stuff with mixture.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes, top with remaining mozzarella.
7. Sausage and Pepper Rice Skillet
Ingredients:
- Italian Sausage (1 lb): $6.66
- Peppers (2): $2.00
- Rice (2 cups): $1.62
- Chicken Broth (2 cups): $1.65
Total Cost: $11.93
Instructions:
Instructions:
Cook the Sausage:
In a large skillet, heat over medium-high heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the Peppers:
In the same skillet, add a little olive oil if needed. Add the sliced peppers and sauté for about 5 minutes, until they are softened and slightly caramelized.
2. Add Rice:
Stir in the jasmine rice, cooking for another minute to lightly toast it.
3. Combine Ingredients:
Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine. Bring to a boil.
4. Simmer:
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and return the cooked sausage to the skillet. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
Fluff and Serve:
Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes and fluff rice.
Creamy Chicken and Spinach Rice Casserole
Ingredients:
- Chicken Breasts (1 lb) – $2.69
- Spinach (5 oz) – $0.66
- Cream of Chicken (1 can) – $1.24
- Jasmine Rice (1 cup) – $0.16
- Chicken Broth (1 cup) – $1.65
- Cheddar Cheese (1 cup) – $0.73
Total Cost: $6.13
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a baking dish, mix cooked jasmine rice, shredded chicken, spinach, cream of chicken, and chicken broth.
- Top with cheddar cheese and bake for 30 minutes.
9. Potato and Corn ChowderCreamy Potato and Corn Chowder Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs Potatoes, peeled and cubed ($1.14)
- 3 ears of Corn, kernels cut off the cob ($3.48)
- 3 cups Chicken Broth ($2.48)
- 1 can Cream of Chicken ($1.24)
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded ($1.44)
Total Cost: $9.78
Instructions:
- Prep the potatoes: Peel and cube the potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook the potatoes: In a large pot, add the cubed potatoes and the chicken broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer.
- Cook for 15–20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Add corn and cream: Once the potatoes are tender, stir in the corn kernels and the can of cream of chicken soup.
- Simmer for another 5–7 minutes until the soup thickens and the corn is cooked through.
- Add cheddar cheese: Gradually stir in the shredded cheddar cheese. Continue to stir until the cheese is melted and the chowder becomes creamy.
- Season and serve: Taste the chowder and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Optional toppings: Chopped green onions, crispy bacon bits, or extra cheese for added flavor!
10. Italian Sausage and Pepper Pasta
Ingredients:
- 1 lb Italian Sausage – $6.66
- 2 Peppers – $1.00
- 1 jar Marinara Sauce – $3.74
- 1 lb Jasmine Rice (or pasta, if you have on hand) – $1.62
Total Cost: $13.02
Instructions:
- Cook the pasta or rice according to package instructions.
- In a skillet, brown the sausage over medium heat. Slice the sausage as it cooks.
- Add sliced peppers and sauté until tender.
- Stir in the marinara sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Serve over pasta or rice.
These budget-friendly meals from BJ's Wholesale Club prove that you can feed your family delicious, varied dinners without breaking the bank. Happy cooking!
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