The Best Meats To Buy At the Supermarket

Rotisserie chicken

Whether you’re feeding a family or just dining for one, there are few things tastier than a rotisserie chicken. Many supermarkets sell this dish already cooked, which makes it perfect for busy parents or anyone on the go. Just grab one or two of these on your way out of the supermarket, and you’ve got a warm, ready-made meal to eat as soon as you put the groceries up.

Rotisserie chicken packs in a high amount of flavor, but it also costs a low amount of money. At many supermarkets, this is one of the cheapest ready-made dishes you can buy, especially when you consider how little you are paying per pound. And we can’t help but stan a supermarket meat that’s as affordable as it is tasty!

New York Strip

One thing all meat lovers can agree on is that steak is absolutely delicious. However, there are plenty of different cuts to choose from, and not all of them are equally delicious. That’s especially true when you’re snagging meat from the local supermarket and want to find the cut that delivers on both taste and flavor.

For our money, the absolute best choice you can make on a budget is the New York strip. There are some pricier options with a bit more flavor (more on that very soon), but the humble NY strip consistently brings the perfect balance of flavor and fat. You might not think fat is necessarily a good thing, but in this case, the fat layer on top of the strip makes it ideal for reverse sear cooking (always a great way to impress your guests).

Depending on the supermarket, the New York strip often comes in very thick cuts. That means that a couple might only need one steak for two big meals, making this a tasty choice for both your stomach and your wallet.

Wagyu beef

Are you a steak lover who wants to splurge a little bit? In that case, you can’t go wrong with Wagyu beef. It’s a special Japanese cut that has a reputation for being decadently delicious. Trust us when we say that the reputation is well-earned, too: this is the kind of dish that spoils you for other meats.

You know the phrase “it’s so good, it melts in your mouth?” Good Wagyu beef has a flavor that really does melt on your tongue, leaving you longing for more with every bite. And while this particular kind of beef has a reputation for being pricy, you can often find solid deals at your local supermarket if you keep an eye on prices and know how to rock some coupons.

Rack of pork

Earlier, we were praising rotisserie chicken as a great choice for feeding your family on a modest budget. But what if you want to change things up with a different protein altogether? In that case, we highly recommend you head to the local supermarket and snag yourself a rack of pork.

At most places, it only costs a few bucks per pound. Plus, you can change up the flavor dramatically with different rubs, spices, and sauces. As an added bonus, this is the kind of dish that children and adults both love, making it a great choice even if you have to feed some picky eaters.

Lamb loin chops

We’ll be the first to admit that lamb is an acquired taste. If you’ve acquired that taste, though, lamb loin chops are a great choice for lunch or dinner. The meat is really tender, which is great if you hate chewier stuff like flank steak. Furthermore, the lamb is sweet, which is a nice change of pace when you are used to primarily eating savory meats.

Finally, as with many of our favorite meats, lamb loin chops cost relatively little per pound at the right supermarket. Don’t have the money to splurge on Wagyu? In that case, consider this an affordable alternative, allowing you to change up your diet in the tastiest possible way!