Prepare your meals for the week with these easy and healthy meal prep recipes.
![100 Best Meal Prep Recipes](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/meal-prep2.jpg)
These healthy meal prep ideas are perfect for busy people because you can cook them on Sunday and have nutritious and ready-to-eat meals for the entire work week!
These healthy recipes will help with weight loss yet taste delicious and are packed with flavor. These meals feature healthy and simple ingredients like fresh veggies and lean protein such as chicken, turkey, salmon, and more. You will find salads, bowls, bistro boxes, pasta dishes, sheet pan dinners, no-cook meals, and much more here.
Whether you are looking for keto meal prep recipes or clean-eating lunches, there are healthy lunch ideas for all types of diet preferences! There are also Crockpot and instant pot meal prep ideas here to make the process quicker and easier.
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Chicken Meal Prep Recipes
Mexican Chicken Recipes
![Fiesta Chicken Rice Meal Prep Bowls](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Fiesta-Chicken-Rice-Bowls-11-1.jpg)
Fiesta Rice Bowls from The Girl on Bloor
![Cilantro Lime Chicken Meal Prep with Cauliflower Rice](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/cilantro-lime-chicken-bowls.jpg)
Cilantro Lime Chicken and Cauliflower Rice from Fit Foodie Finds
![Baked Lime Chicken Meal Prep Bowls](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Baked-Lime-Chicken-Bowls.jpg)
Baked Lime Chicken with Green Beans and Quinoa from Yummy Healthy Easy
![Meal prep Fajita Bowls](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Fajita-Meal-Prep-Bowls-24.jpg)
Fajita Bowls with Bell Peppers and Onions from Spend with Pennies
![Tex-Mex Chicken Meal Prep Bowls](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Tex-Mex-Chicken-Meal-Prep-Bowls-252.jpg)
Tex-Mex Chicken from Valerie’s Kitchen
![No Cook Meal Prep Burrito Bowls](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/No-Cook-Meal-Prep-Burrito-Bowls-3.jpg)
No Cook Burrito Bowls from Everyday Meal Prep
![Meal Prep Chicken Burrito Bowls](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/chicken-burrito-bowls-9-of-18.jpg)
Easy Burrito Bowls from Gimme Delicious
![Southwest Chicken Burrito Bowls](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Meal-Prep-Southwest-Chicken-Burrito-Bowls-3-1.jpg)
Southwest Bowls from Jar of Lemons
American Chicken Ideas
![Hawaiian Chicken Meal Prep Lunch Bowls](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Hawaiian-Chicken-Meal-Prep-Bowls.jpg)
Hawaiian Chicken from Life in the Lofthouse
![Healthy Meal Prep Chicken and Veggies](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Screen-Shot-2018-12-24-at-8.40.38-AM.jpg)
Healthy Chicken and Veggies from Gimme Delicious
![Easy and Healthy Chicken Sweet Potato Bake](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Simple-Healthy-Chicken-Sweet-Potato-Bake-.jpg)
Simple and Healthy Sweet Potato Bake from Apple of My Eye
![Easy Chicken And Veggie Meal Prep](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/One-Pan-Chicken-And-Veggie-Meal-Prep.jpg)
One-Pan Chicken And Veggies from Buzzfeed
![Spicy Chicken and Sweet Potato Meal Prep Idea](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Chicken-Sweet-Potato-Meal-Prep-Bowls-1.jpg)
Spicy Chicken and Sweet Potato Meal from Pinch of Yum
![Harvest Chicken Salad Meal Prep Recipe](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Harvest-Chicken-Bowls_2421.jpg)
Harvest Chicken Salad from Life Love and Good Food
![20 Minute Easy Chicken, Rice and Broccoli Lunch](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Screen-Shot-2018-12-24-at-10.38.33-AM.jpg)
20 Minute Chicken, Rice, and Broccoli from Gimme Delicious
![BBQ Chicken and Roasted Sweet Potato Meal Prep Recipe](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/BBQ-Chicken-Roasted-Sweet-Potato-Bowls-The-Creative-Bite-1-copy.jpeg)
BBQ Chicken and Roasted Sweet Potato Bowls from the Creative Bite
![Pineapple Chicken Meal Prep Lunch Bowls](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/pinapple-chicken.jpg)
Pineapple Chicken from The Culinary Compass
![Buffalo Chicken Ranch Whole 30 Meal Prep Idea](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/whole30-buffalo-chicken-ranch-meal-prep-3.jpg)
Buffalo Chicken Ranch (Whole 30) from 40 Aprons
![Chicken Butternut Squash Pasta Dinner](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/butternut-squash-pasta-5.jpg)
Butternut Squash Pasta from Imma Eat That
![Baked Chicken, Broccoli and Sweet Potatoes](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/chicken-broccoli-sweet-potatoes.jpg)
Baked Chicken, Broccoli, and Sweet Potatoes from Recipe Diaries
![Lemon & Thyme Chicken Meal Prep Idea for the week](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/lemon-thyme-chicken.jpg)
Easy Variety Meal Prep from Yummy Healthy Easy
Other Chicken Meal Prep Ideas
![Easy Meal Prep Greek Chicken Bowls for lunch](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Greek-Chicken-Bowls.jpg)
Greek Bowls with Tzatziki Sauce from Eazy Peazy Mealz
![Jerk Chicken Meal Prep Idea](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/JerkChickenMealPrep-1-13.jpg)
Jerk Chicken Meal Prep Bowls from Food Lovin Family
![Italian Chicken Meal Prep Bowls](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Italian-Chicken-Meal-Prep-Bowls-Hero-683x1024.jpg)
Italian Chicken from Eazy Peazy Mealz
![Greek Healthy Meal Prep Recipe](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/greek-healthy-meal-prep-whole30-paleo-3.jpg)
Greek Healthy Meal Prep from 40 Aprons
![Chicken Shawarma and Sweet Potato Fry Bowls](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Meal-Prep-Chicken-Shawarma-and-Sweet-Potato-Fry-Bowls-1.jpg)
Chicken Shawarma and Sweet Potato Fries from Hall Baked Harvest
![Greek Chicken Roasted Cauliflower Meal Prep Lunch](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Greek-chicken-pic.jpg)
Greek Meal Prep Bowls from Food Faith Fitness
![Pesto Chicken & Veggies Meal Prep Idea](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/sub-buzz-28402-1490970876-1.jpg)
Pesto Chicken & Veggies from Buzzfeed
![Sheet Pan Parmesan Pesto Chicken, Broccoli and Carrots](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Parmesan-Pesto-Chicken-Potatoes-Broccoli-and-Carrots-main.jpg)
Parmesan Pesto Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner from Carlsbad Craving
![Pesto Chicken Pita Pockets](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Pesto-Chicken-Veggie-Pitas-3.jpg)
Pesto Pita Pockets from Sweet Peas and Saffron
![Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Healthy Chicken Bowls](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/anti-inflammatory-chicken_meal_prep.jpg)
Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Chicken Breasts from Unbound Wellness
![Greek Chicken Healthy Meal Prep Recipe](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/greek-chicken-meal-prep-2.26.17-8.jpg)
Healthy Greek Chicken from Ally’s Cooking
![Meal Prep Greek Chicken Gyro Bowls](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/meal-prep-greek-gyro-bowl-101.jpg)
Greek Gyros from Creme de la Crumb
![Meal Prep Butter Chicken](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/butter-chicken-16.jpg)
Butter Chicken from Gimme Delicious
![Chicken and Hummus Lunch Meal Prep](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/chicken-hummus-plate-meal-prep-side-view-3.jpg)
Easy Chicken and Hummus from Project Meal Plan
![Chicken Meal Prep lunch ideas](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Chicken-Meal-Prep-Bowls-5-Ways.jpg)
Meal Prep Bowls: 5 Ways from Smile Sandwich
Asian Chicken Recipes
![Asian Honey Lemon Chicken](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Asian-Lemon-Chicken-recipe-photo-picture-meal-prep.jpg)
Asian Honey Lemon Chicken from Life Made Sweeter
![Chicken Teriyaki Stir-Fry](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Chicken-Teriyaki-Stir-Fry.jpg)
Teriyaki Stir-Fry from Buzzfeed
![One Pan Teriyaki Chicken with Vegetables](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/One-Pan-Teriyaki-Chicken-recipe-e1488066789500.jpg)
One Pan Teriyaki Chicken from Life Made Sweeter
![Cashew Chicken Meal Prep recipe](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Cashew-Chicken-recipe-photo-1-.jpg)
Sheet Pan Cashew Chicken from Life Made Sweeter
![Honey Sesame Chicken Bowls for lunch](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/honey-sesame-chicken-lunch-bowls-5.jpg)
Honey Sesame Chicken from Sweet Peas and Saffron
![Slow Cooker Chicken Lo Mein Bowl Meal prep for the week](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Slow-Cooker-Chicken-Lo-Mein-Noodles-Meal-Prep-Bowls-lifemadesweeter-2-e1487424178251.jpg)
Easy Slow Cooker Lo Mein from Life Made Sweeter
![meal prep Sesame Chicken Pasta Salad](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Sesame-Chicken-Pasta-Salad-Lunch-Bowls-Meal-Prep-1.jpg)
Meal Prep Sesame Pasta Salad from Sweet Peas and Saffron
![Honey Lime Chicken meal prep dinner ideas](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/HONEY-LIME-CHICKEN-WITH-ASPARAGUS-SHEET-PAN-lunch-bowls-e1489319506497.jpg)
Honey Lime Chicken from Life Made Sweeter
![Slow Cooker Orange Chicken](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Slow-Cooker-Orange-Chicken-e1487849444368.jpg)
Slow Cooker Orange Chicken from Life Made Sweeter
![Peanut Lime Meal prep Chicken Lunch Bowl](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Peanut-Lime-Chicken-Lunch-Bowls-5.jpg)
Peanut Lime Chicken from Sweet Peas and Saffron
![Thai Chicken Salad with Skinny Peanut Dressing meal prep recipe](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Easy-Meal-Prep-Chopped-Thai-Chicken-Salad-5.jpg)
Thai Salad with Peanut Dressing from Little Spice Jar
![Thai Chicken Wrap Bistro Lunch Boxes](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/thai-bistro-box-9.jpg)
Thai Wrap Bistro Boxes from Gimme Delicious
![Sriracha Chicken Cauliflower Fried Rice](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/sriracha-cauliflower-fried-rice-meal-prep-2.jpg)
Sriracha Chicken with Cauliflower Fried Rice from Kirbie’s Cravings
![Meal prep Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/chicken-stir-fry-meal-prep-11.jpg)
Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry from Kirbie’s Cravings
![Chicken Pad Thai Noodles meal prep recipe](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Chicken-Pad-Thai-recipe-photo-meal-prep-2-e1492816372661.jpg)
Pad Thai Noodles from Life Made Sweeter
Ground Beef and Turkey Meal Prep Ideas
![Meal prep Turkey Taco Lunch Bowls](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/turkey-taco-lunch-bowls-6.jpg)
Turkey Taco Lunch Bowls from Sweet Peas and Saffron
![Honey Sriracha Glazed Meatballs](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/honey-sriracha-meatballs-1.jpeg)
Honey Sriracha Glazed Meatballs from Eat Yourself Skinny
![Turkey Spinach Pinwheels Meal Prep idea](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Turkey-Spinach-Pinwheels-Meal-PrepIMG_6098.jpeg)
Turkey Spinach Pinwheels Meal Prep from Damn Delicious
![Zucchini Noodles with Turkey Meatballs](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Zucchini-Noodles-with-Turkey-Meatballs.jpeg)
Zucchini Noodles with Turkey Meatballs from Damn Delicious
![Thai Turkey Meal Prep Lettuce Wraps](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Thai-Turkey-Meal-Prep-Lettuce-Wraps-9.jpg)
Thai Turkey Lettuce Wraps from Sweet Peas and Saffron
![Turkey Taco Bowls with Cauliflower Rice](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/turkey-taco-meal-prep-bowls.jpg)
Turkey Taco Bowls with Cauliflower Rice from Kirbie’s Cravings
![Taco Salad Meal Prep Lunch Bowls](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/taco-salad-lunch-bowls-1200-1593.jpg)
Easy Taco Salad from Kristine’s Kitchen
![Korean Beef Bowl Meal Prep Recipe](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Korean-Beef-Bowl-Meal-Prep.jpeg)
Korean Beef Bowl from Damn Delicious
![Steak Burrito Bowl](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/steak-burrito-bowl.jpg)
Steak Burrito Bowl from Six Sisters Stuff
![Teriyaki Beef Zoodles](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Teriyaki-Beef-Zoodles-Photo-Recipe-Picture-1-10-e1493905611399.jpg)
Teriyaki Beef Zoodles from Life Made Sweeter
![Sheet Pan Steak and Veggies](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Sheet-Pan-Steak-and-Veggies.jpeg)
Sheet Pan Steak and Veggies from Damn Delicious
![Beef and Broccoli meal prep recipe](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/728f976f502c73faf7084a367c51859d.jpg)
Beef and Broccoli from Life Made Sweeter
![easy meal prep Salsa Verde Taco Bowls](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/taco-meal-prep-bowls-2-683x1024.jpg)
Salsa Verde Taco Bowl from Easy Peasy Meals
![Steak Cobb Salad Meal Prep idea](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Steak-Cobb-Salad-Meal-Prep.jpg)
Steak Cobb Salad from Damn Delicious
![Philly cheesesteak with rice](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/meal-prep-ground-beef-cheesesteak-in-meal-prep-container-300x300.jpg-copy.jpg)
Ground Beef Philly Cheesesteak from Meal Plan Addict
![Sloppy Joe Bowl with sweet potatoes and broccoli](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/sloppyjoe_mealprep_2.jpeg)
Sloppy Joe Bowl from Unbound Wellness
![Big Mac salads in mason jars](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Meal-Prep-Low-Carb-Big-Mac-Salad-Jars-6-450x450-1.jpeg)
Big Mac Salad Mason Jars from The Girl on Bloor
![Lazy Meal Prep Ground Beef Enchiladas with Corn and Avocado](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/IMG_5635-1365x2048-1.jpeg)
Ground Beef Enchiladas from Megan vs. Kitchen
Meatless, Vegan & Vegetarian Meal Prep Recipes
![Deli Snack Box](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Deli-Snack-Box.jpg)
Deli Snack Box from Damn Delicious
![Copycat Starbucks PB&J Bistro Box](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Copycat-Starbucks-PBJ-Bistro-Box.jpeg)
Copycat Starbucks PB&J Bistro Box from Damn Delicious
![No Cook Meal prep Snack Boxes](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Simple_No-Cook_Snacks_4.jpg)
No Cook Snack Boxes from The Beachbody Blog
![Vegetarian Quinoa Burrito Bowls](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/vegetarian-quinoa-burrito-bowls-8.jpg)
Vegetarian Quinoa Burrito Bowls from Simply Quinoa
![Lo Mein Meal Prep idea](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Lo-Mein-Meal-Prep-copy.jpeg)
Lo Mein Meal Prep from Damn Delicious
![Tofu Burrito Bowl vegetarian meal prep recipe](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Tofu-Burrito-Bowl-Meal-Prep-6.jpg)
Tofu Burrito Bowl from The Fitchen
![Healthy vegetarian Meal Prep Bowls](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Healthy-Meal-Prep-Bowl-Image-e1523504087221.jpg)
Chickpeas, Quinoa, and Vegetables from Green Healthy Cooking
![Curried Chickpea Bowls with Garlicky Spinach vegetarian meal prep](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Curried-Chickpea-Meal-Prep-Bowls-2.jpg)
Curried Chickpeas with Spinach from Eating Bird Food
![Spicy Chickpea Quinoa vegetarian meal prep bowl](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/spicy-chickpeas-7.jpg)
Spicy Chickpea Quinoa Bowl from Eat Yourself Skinny
Pork and Seafood Recipes
![low carb meal prep Pork Egg Roll in a Bowl](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Paleo-Egg-Roll-in-a-Bowl-Crack-Slaw-Low-Carb-Gluten-Free-Peace-Love-and-Low-Carb-.jpg)
Keto Crack Slaw from Peace Love and Low Carbs
![Carnitas Burrito Bowls](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/pork-carnitas-burrito-bowl.jpg)
Carnitas Burrito Bowls from Fit Foodie Finds
![One Pan Italian Sausage and Veggies easy meal prep idea](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Italian-seasoned-veggies-and-sausage-all-made-in-one-pan.jpg)
One Pan Italian Sausage and Veggies from Chelsea’s Messy Apron
![egg roll bowl](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/egg-roll-bowl-meal-prep-500x500-copy.jpg)
Egg Roll in a Bowl from 40 Aprons
![Deconstructed California sushi rolls](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/california-sushi-bowl-cauliflower-rice-6.jpeg)
Deconstructed California Sushi Rolls from Kirbie’s Cravings
![tuna salad meal prep](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Tuna-Salad-Meal-Prep-09.jpeg)
Tuna Salad Meal Prep (No Mayo) from Feel Good Foodie
![Shrimp Taco Meal Prep Bowls](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/shrimp-tacos.jpg)
Shrimp Tacos from Gimme Delicious
![Shrimp Fried Rice Meal Prep](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Shrimp-Fried-Rice-Meal-Prep.jpeg)
Shrimp Fried Rice with Green Beans from Damn Delicious
![Skinny Bang Bang Zucchini Noodles Meal Prep recipe](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/bang-bang-zucchini-noodles-meal-prep-10.jpg)
Skinny Bang Bang Zucchini Noodles from Kirbie’s Cravings
![Shrimp Teriyaki Zucchini Noodles](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Screen-Shot-2018-12-24-at-10.17.27-AM.jpg)
Shrimp Teriyaki Zoodles from Gimme Delicious
![Cheap and Healthy Meal prep Tilapia and Veggies](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Screen-Shot-2018-12-24-at-10.21.12-AM.jpg)
Healthy Tilapia and Vegetables from Gimme Delicious
![easy and healthy Salmon with Sweet Potatoes meal prep](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Roasted-Salmon-with-Broccolini-and-Sweet-Potato-Meal-Prep-9.jpg)
Lemon Roasted Salmon with Sweet Potatoes from Little Spice Jar
![Honey BBQ Baked Salmon Bowls](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Honey-BBQ-Salmon-Meal-Prep-Bowls-Gluten-Free-9.jpg)
Honey BBQ Baked Salmon from Cotter Crunch
![spicy tuna bowls](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/spicy-tuna-bowls-meal-prep-2.jpeg)
Spicy Tuna Bowls from Kirbie’s Cravings
![Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp with Broccoli](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/honey-garlic-butter-shrimp-and-broccoli-5-500x500-1.jpeg)
Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp from Butter Your Biscuit
![salmon meal prep](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/salmon-meal-prep.jpeg)
Salmon Meal Prep from FlavCity
Meal Prep FAQs
When it comes to meal prepping, the key is choosing foods that taste delicious and hold up well in the fridge or freezer.
You want to choose ingredients that will still taste good days after you’ve prepped them. Think hearty grains like quinoa or brown rice, proteins that reheat well, like grilled chicken or tofu, and veggies that stay crisp, like bell peppers or broccoli.
Don’t forget about sauces and dressings – they can be real game-changers! Store them separately to keep everything fresh.
Absolutely! Meal prepping for five days is not only safe, but it’s also a smart way to streamline your week. The trick is to store your meals properly. Use airtight containers to keep the food fresh and prevent unwanted fridge flavors from sneaking in.
Most cooked meals will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 5 days. However, if you’re prepping salads, keep the dressing on the side until you’re ready to eat.
For some dishes, especially those with delicate veggies or certain seafood, you might want to freeze them and thaw them in the fridge the day before eating.
If you’re looking for the easiest meal prep food, you can’t go wrong with a grain bowl because they’re the ultimate mix-and-match meal.
Start with a base of grains – think brown rice, quinoa, or even couscous. These can be cooked in bulk with minimal fuss.
Next, add some protein – grilled chicken, beans, or boiled eggs are easy and can be seasoned to your liking.
Then, toss in various veggies – raw, roasted, or steamed- all work wonderfully.
Don’t forget a dollop of your favorite dressing or sauce on top.
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Liz | Perfectly Practical Prattle says
As a busy mom, I am always in need of meal prep ideas so thanks for compiling this list.
Kyndra Holley says
Thanks so much for including me in your round up! Some great ideas here!
Lisa says
I’m always in need of these types of recipes with my busy schedule. Thanks for collecting all these wonderful recipes!