I’m single, retired, and on a tight budget. Here are 6 of my favorite low-cost items to buy at Trader Joe’s.

Trader Joe’s Mandarin orange chicken, which costs just under $6, is another one of my favorite quick meals that tastes amazing.

All I do is bake the chicken in the oven, stir-fry some vegetables on the stovetop, and add some frozen ginger, fresh garlic, and green onions on top before serving.

I love pairing it with Trader Joe’s brown or jasmine rice, both of which can be heated up in the microwave.