We love the idea of meal prep. But eating the same soggy leftovers three days in a row? Not exactly our thing. So we’ve found 27 recipes that are so damn delicious (even on day four), we’re counting down the minutes until it’s time to dig in again. Is it lunchtime yet?
27 Chicken Meal Prep Recipes That Never Get Boring
Published Jun 20, 2018
Photo: Liz Andrew/Styling: Erin McDowell
Meal-prep Honey Sesame Chicken With Broccolini
Sweet-and-salty thighs will keep you satisfied all afternoon.
The Culinary Compass
Pineapple Chicken Meal-prep Bowls
Just as juicy on Thursday as it was on Monday.
My Food Story
Chicken Fajita Meal Prep Bowls With Cilantro Lime Quinoa
Tortillas are optional (but encouraged).
Project Meal Plan
Mexican Quinoa Chicken Salad Bowls
Eat your heart out, Chipotle.
Jar of Lemons
Meal Prep Southwestern Chicken Burrito Bowls
We won’t tell if you use canned beans and frozen corn.
Life in the Lofthouse
Hawaiian Chicken Meal Prep Bowls
They’re made from just six ingredients (including juicy pineapple).
My Food Story
Teriyaki Chicken Stir-fry Meal Prep Boxes
Eat clean with ingredients you already have in your pantry.
The Delightful Bite
Meal Prep Chicken Salad
Adult Lunchables, anyone?
Gimme Delicious
Meal Prep Healthy Roasted Chicken And Veggies
Seasoned with Italian herbs.
Sweet Peas and Saffron
Jerk Chicken Meal Prep Lunch Bowls
Bring the tropics to work.
Half Baked Harvest
Meal Prep: Chicken Shawarma And Sweet Potato Fry Bowls
Layers of texture, flavor and so much color.
Pinch of Yum
Spicy Chicken And Sweet Potato Meal Prep Magic
Sliced avocado practically melts into the tender sweet potato.
Kitchen @ Hoskins
Spicy Meal Prep Chicken Spinach Quesadillas
The kids will love ’em.
Fit Foodie Finds
Meal-prep Cilantro Lime Chicken With Cauliflower Rice
Low-carb, high-protein and satisfying.
Skinny Fitalicious
Meal Prep Healthy Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Gluten-free, low-cal and Paleo. Win-win-win.
The Girl On Bloor
Meal Prep Fiesta Chicken Bowls
They’re ready in just 20 minutes.
Sweet C Designs
Instant Pot Sweet And Sour Chicken Meal Prep Bowls
Break out your favorite appliance.
Chelsea's Messy Apron
One Pan Healthy Chicken And Veggies
One dirty dish? Totally manageable.
The Nutritious Kitchen
Easy Sun-dried Tomato Chicken And Arugula Salad
This tried-and-true recipe will never let you down.
The Recipe Righter
Asian-style Chicken, Veggies And Rice Meal Preps
Swap in any veggies that you have in the fridge.
Smile and Sandwich
Peanut Chicken Stir Fry Meal Prep Bowl
Make extra sauce. Trust us.
Little Spice Jar
Chopped Thai Chicken Salad With Skinny Peanut Dressing
Mango, veggies and chicken tossed with a sweet, sour and salty dressing? We’re not mad.
Budget Bytes
Sticky Ginger Soy Glazed Chicken Meal Prep
You can’t beat less than $3 a serving.
Green Healthy Cooking
Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad
Tip: Make two different dressings so you don’t lose interest halfway through the week.
Life Made Sweeter
Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Lo Mein Noodles
Way healthier than ordering takeout.
Eazy Peazy Mealz
Italian Chicken Meal Prep Bowls
The secret? Broiling everything for a few minutes for a bit of flavorful char.
40 Aprons
Greek Healthy Meal Prep
Cauliflower rice, tabbouleh, seasoned chicken breasts, hummus, baba ganoush, kalamata olives…
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