5 Family Dinners Under $30: Better Ingredients, Everyday Prices

Earlier this month, we showed you how to feed a family of four an organic spaghetti dinner with regenerative ground beef for just $15.47.

We're back with five more ideas to make family dinners delicious, affordable, and easy.

At Nuts ’n Berries, we've already done much of the work for you. Our store is 100% non-GMO and free from artificial food dyes. We also prioritize organic, local, and regeneratively produced foods whenever possible.

You don't need to spend hours reading labels to make better food choices. And you don't need a restaurant-sized budget to prepare a great meal.

Here are five family dinners you can make for under $30 each using ingredients from Nuts ’n Berries, at our regular prices.

1. Hearty Chili & Cornbread

Serves 4 | Approximately 35 minutes

Nothing says fall quite like a warm bowl of chili and fresh cornbread. This filling, protein-rich meal is easy to prepare and makes excellent leftovers.

Shopping List

• 1 lb Hero Farms ground beef
• 1 can Cadia kidney beans (15 oz)
• 1 can Cadia diced tomatoes (14–15 oz)
• 1 can Cadia tomato sauce (8 oz)
• 1 onion
• 2oz bulk Chili Powder
• 1oz bulk Cumin
• 1oz bulk Garlic
• 1 package Pamela cornbread mix
• Water and any ingredients required by the cornbread mix

Let's Cook

1. Chop the onion and Brown the onion and ground meat in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Drain and rinse the beans and add them with the tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chili seasoning.
3. Add a little water as necessary and simmer for 20–25 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, prepare the cornbread according to the package directions.
5. Serve the chili alongside warm cornbread.

2. Creamy Chicken Alfredo

Serves 4 | Approximately 25 minutes

Creamy, satisfying, and always a family favorite. Skip the restaurant bill and make this Italian-inspired classic in your own kitchen.

Shopping List

• 1 Package of Farmer Focus Chicken Breast
• 1 package Cadia fettuccine
• 1 jar Primal Kitchen Alfredo sauce
• 1 bag Cadia frozen broccoli (approximately 12 oz)
• Pantry oil and seasonings, as desired

Let's Cook

1. Cook the pasta according to package directions.
2. Cut the chicken into strips, season, and cook in a skillet until the center reaches 165°F.
3. Steam the broccoli until tender.
4. Add Alfredo sauce to the skillet and warm thoroughly.
5. Toss with the cooked pasta and broccoli. Divide into four portions.

3. Thai Coconut Chicken Curry with Jasmine Rice

Serves 4 | Approximately 30 minutes

Bring a little restaurant inspiration to your dinner table! This rich, fragrant coconut curry is packed with flavor and can be adjusted to suit your family's preference for spice.

Shopping List

• 1 lb Farmer Focus Chicken Thighs
• 1 can Cadia coconut milk
• 1 jar Maya Kaimal Coconut Curry Simmer Sauce
• 1 package Cadia Jasmine rice (1½ cups uncooked)
• 1 Woodstock Frozen Peppers

Let's Cook

1. Prepare the jasmine rice according to package directions.
2. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and begin cooking in a large skillet.
3. Add Simmer Sauce and stir for about 30 seconds.
4. Pour in the coconut milk. Add the frozen vegetables.
5. Simmer until the chicken reaches 165°F and vegetables are tender, approximately 10–15 minutes.
6. Serve over warm jasmine rice.

4. Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs & Rice

Serves 4 | Approximately 30 minutes

Sweet and savory teriyaki-glazed meatballs served over fluffy rice make a satisfying weeknight dinner that kids and adults can enjoy.

Shopping List

• 1 package Force of Nature Teryiki Chicken Meatballs
• 1 bottle Big Tree Farms teriyaki sauce
• 1 package Cadia Jasmine or brown rice (1½ cups uncooked)
• 1 bag Cadia frozen broccoli (approximately 12–16 oz)

Let's Cook

1. Cook rice according to package directions.
2. Bake meatballs at 400°F of as package instructs for approximately 15–20 minutes, until the centers reach 165°F.
3. Warm the teriyaki sauce in a skillet and coat the cooked meatballs.
4. Steam the broccoli and serve alongside the meatballs over rice.

5. Roasted Chicken & Seasonal Vegetables

Serves 4 | Approximately 45–55 minutes

Sometimes the simplest dinners are the best. Roasted chicken, tender potatoes, and colorful vegetables come together for a classic family meal.

Shopping List

• 1-2 packages of Farmer Focus Bone in Chicken Thighs
• 1½ lb organic potatoes
• 1 lb carrots
• 1 bag Cadia frozen broccoli or another seasonal vegetable
• Pantry olive oil, salt, pepper, and preferred herbs

Let's Cook

1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
2. Cut the potatoes and carrots into evenly sized pieces.
3. Arrange chicken, potatoes, and carrots on a large baking sheet. Toss vegetables with olive oil and season everything.
4. Roast for approximately 35–45 minutes, adding the broccoli toward the end. Cook the chicken until it reaches 165°F.
5. Serve immediately, dividing the meal into four portions.

Better Food Doesn't Have to Mean a Bigger Grocery Bill

Our goal this Non-GMO Month is simple: make better food accessible for everyday families.

That's why we've built our grocery selection around trusted ingredients, organic options, local producers, and Everyday Low Prices.

Whether you're making spaghetti for $15.47 or trying one of these five family favorites, you can feel good about what you're putting on the dinner table.

Celebrate Non-GMO Month with 20% Off Storewide!

Friday, October 23 – Sunday, October 25, 2026

Visit Nuts ’n Berries in Brookhaven and enjoy an additional opportunity to save on groceries, supplements, and more.

Everyday Low Price items and other standard exclusions are not eligible for the 20% discount.

Come see just how affordable better eating can be.

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