21 High Protein Meal Prep Ideas With 35G+ Protein

When you want a dependable set of recipes without searching through dozens of pages, this collection brings the ideas together in one place. The recipes are arranged in a new order, and each entry includes ingredients and step-by-step instructions so you can choose what fits your kitchen and schedule.


1. Cottage Cheese Chicken Enchilada Bowls

Cottage Cheese Chicken Enchilada Bowls is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT6M · Cook: PT2M · Total: PT8M · Yield: [‘2’, ‘2 bowls’]

Enjoy the savory, cheesy flavors of a classic enchilada with a rich sauce, but in a bowl. This high protein, low-carb, gluten-free meal packs an incredible 47 grams of protein per serving.

Ingredients

  • 4 oz rotisserie chicken breast (shredded)
  • 4 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1 cup low fat cottage cheese
  • 4 tbsp enchilada sauce
  • ½ red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1/4 cup canned corn (drained)
  • 1/4 cup black beans (rinsed and drained)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar
  • Chopped cilantro
  • Avocado slices
  • Sour cream

Instructions

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the shredded rotisserie chicken with the taco seasoning. Toss until the chicken is evenly coated.
  2. In a blender or food processor, blend the cottage cheese and enchilada sauce until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour the cottage cheese mixture over the seasoned chicken and stir until fully combined.
  4. Fold in the diced red bell pepper, corn, and black beans, mixing until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Divide the mixture evenly between two microwave-safe containers. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar over the top of each bowl. Microwave for 1–2 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is melted.
  6. Top with chopped cilantro, fresh avocado slices, and a dollop of sour cream. Serve warm and enjoy!

2. Chicken Burrito Bowls

Chicken Burrito Bowls is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT15M · Cook: PT15M · Total: PT30M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 meal prep bowls’]

These healthy chicken burrito bowls are flavorful, nutritious, and delicious. Filled with Mexican flavors, they’re a perfect high protein lunch or meal prep to bring to work. Can be made in just 30 minutes!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups arugula
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes (halved)
  • 7 ounce can corns (drained)
  • 14 ounce can black beans (rinsed and drained)
  • 1 lb chicken breasts
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 1.5 cups water
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/4-1/2 tsp cayenne (check notes)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 4 tbsp Caesar dressing (use dairy-free option if dairy-free)

Instructions Chicken

  1. Place chicken breasts at the bottom of a pot. Season with salt and black pepper. Cover the chicken with 1 inch of water.
  2. Place the pot on the stove, bring to boil. Then, reduce the heat, and let it simmer until the chicken is fully cooked (no longer pink in the center) or reaches the temperature of 165 F. It will take around 15 minutes.
  3. Remove the chicken from the water. Let it cool down before shredding.

Rice

  1. Rinse your rice using a mesh strainer.
  2. Place rice and water into a saucepan. Bring to simmer without the lid on, and once the surface is bubbling, place the lid and lower the heat. Cook for another 7 minutes. Now mix in paprika, cumin, cayenne, and black pepper. Cover the rice and cook for another 5 minutes. (Or just cook your rice according to instructions and mix in the spices 5 minutes before the rice is fully cooked).
  3. Remove from the stove and rest for 10 minutes. Fluff before serving.

Meal Prep Assemble

  1. Divide the cold ingredients, rice, and chicken between 4 food containers. Drizzle with Caesar dressing, especially the chicken to give it more flavor.

3. Instant Pot Spicy Chicken with Quinoa

Instant Pot Spicy Chicken with Quinoa is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT10M · Cook: PT15M · Total: PT25M · Yield: [‘3’, ‘3 meal prep bowls’]

In just 25 minutes, you can make these instant pot spicy chicken bowls! They’re high protein, flavorful, spicy, and just yummy! A great high protein meal prep to have for lunch.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 cup water
  • 14 ounces of mild salsa sauce (400g)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1 lb chicken breasts (cut into 6 pieces (450g))
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp chilli powder
  • 14- ounce can red kidney beans (rinsed & drained)
  • fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
  • 1 green bell pepper (sliced)

Instructions

  1. Get out the instant pot and add quinoa, water, salsa, salt, black pepper, and olive oil to it. Then, cut chicken breasts into 6 pieces or so and place them on top of everything.
  2. Add in cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and chili powder.
  3. Cook in the instant pot on high pressure for 8 minutes. Once done, release the pressure quickly using the valve.
  4. Divide the chicken with quinoa into the meal prep bowls. Sprinkle with parsley.
  5. Add sliced bell peppers and red kidney beans into additional compartments of the meal prep. Keep refrigerated for up to 3 days.

4. Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan

Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT15M · Cook: PT35M · Total: PT50M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 bowls’]

This low-calorie, gluten-free, and dairy-free Hawaiian chicken sheet pan meal is naturally sweet, smoky, tangy, and tropical! Loaded with juicy chicken, bell peppers, and sweet pineapple.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch cubes)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp coriander powder
  • 2 tsp ginger powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 yellow bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 green bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 red onion (cut into chunks)
  • ½ cup Hawaiian-style BBQ Sauce (use Primal Kitchen for dairy-free option)
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks (drained if canned)
  • 1 fresh lime (juiced)
  • Sesame seeds
  • Cilantro (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350F. Spray a large baking sheet with oil.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, coriander, ginger powder, salt and black pepper. Give them a mix. Now, add the chicken and toss until the chicken is fully covered with the spices.
  3. Now, add in the bell peppers, red onion, and BBQ sauce. Coat all of the ingredients with the sauce. Use your hands for the best effect.
  4. Spread the mixture onto the baking sheet as evenly as possible. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes, then remove and top up with pineapple chunks throughout the whole baking sheet. Pop back into the oven for 10-15 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
  5. Remove from the oven; garnish with fresh lime juice, sesame seeds, and cilantro before serving.

5. High Protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl

High Protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT10M · Cook: PT8M · Total: PT18M · Yield: [‘1’, ‘1 meal prep container’]

This creamy, high-protein cottage cheese pizza bowl is packed with bold pepperoni flavor, herbs, and spices. Low-carb, gluten-free, and 43g of protein per bowl!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of low-fat cottage cheese (smooth or blended)
  • 1/4 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 tbsp almond flour
  • 1/2 red bell pepper (chopped)
  • 1/4 red onion (sliced)
  • 1/8 cup black olives (chopped)
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 cup light mozzarella cheese (grated)
  • 4-5 pepperoni slices
  • Salt & black pepper (to taste)
  • Parmesan (grated)
  • Fresh basil (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400F.
  2. In an oven-safe bowl, combine cottage cheese, marinara sauce, almond flour, red bell peppers, red onion, black olives, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Level out the mixture and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
  4. Top up with pepperoni slices.
  5. Bake in the oven for 5-8 minutes until the cheese melts, the sides of the container are bubbling, and the pepperoni crisps up.
  6. Garnish with parmesan and basil before serving.

6. Buffalo Chicken Bowls

Buffalo Chicken Bowls is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT12M · Cook: PT16M · Total: PT28M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 bowls’]

These spicy, tangy, and slightly sweet bowls are so delicious you won’t be able to stop at just one bite. These bowls are high-protein, gluten-free, and provide an easy dinner packed with 36 grams of protein.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup tapioca starch
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 large chicken breasts (boneless and skinless, cubed)
  • 1/4 cup hot sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 4 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked basmati rice
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 2 green onions (sliced)
  • 1 avocado (sliced)
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing
  • Fresh parsley (chopped)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the tapioca starch, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the cubed chicken and toss until evenly coated.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook for 5–8 minutes per side, until golden brown and fully cooked. Stir slightly at the end to separate the pieces.
  3. While the chicken cooks, whisk together the hot sauce, honey, lime juice, garlic, chili powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Set aside about 1/4 cup of the sauce for drizzling later.
  4. Transfer the cooked chicken to a paper towel briefly to remove excess oil. Then add it to the bowl with the buffalo sauce and toss until fully coated.
  5. Divide the cooked basmati rice evenly among 4 bowls. Top each with corn, black beans, and buffalo chicken. Add sliced green onions and avocado.
  6. Drizzle with the reserved buffalo sauce and ranch dressing. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

7. Cheeseburger Bowls

Cheeseburger Bowls is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT10M · Cook: PT10M · Total: PT20M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 bowls’]

These cheeseburger bowls are rich, zesty, smoky and filling. Perfect for comforting lunch yet high protein, gluten-free and low in carbs!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 1 tbsp pickle relish
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • 4 cups lettuce (chopped)
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • 1/2 red onion (sliced)
  • 1/2 cup pickles (sliced)
  • 1/4 cup pickled jalapeno slices
  • 1/2 cup cooked bacon (crumbled)

Instructions

  1. Heat up skillet over medium high heat. Add in the ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder and Italian seasoning. Season with salt and black pepper and stir to cover the beef.
  2. Cook until it browns up. It should take around 7-10 minutes.
  3. Drain the excess fat and set the beef aside.
  4. In a small bowl combine all of the burger sauce ingredients.
  5. Assemble 4 bowls. Start with chopped lettuce, then cooked beef, cherry tomatoes, cheddar cheese, red onion, pickles, pickled jalapenos and cooked bacon.
  6. Drizzle with burger sauce.

8. Honey Garlic Chicken Meal Prep

Honey Garlic Chicken Meal Prep is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT10M · Cook: PT15M · Total: PT25M · Yield: [‘2’, ‘2 meal prep bowls’]

Just in 25 minutes, you can make this one-pan dinner! Honey garlic chicken is sweet, flavorful, and nutritious. Perfect for meal prep!

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken thighs (skinless and boneless)
  • 1 tbsp cornflour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp butter (or olive oil if dairy-free)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 1/3 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp green onion (chopped)
  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 6 cups water
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Rinse brown rice. Then, boil the water in a large pot and add rice to it. Let it boil uncovered for 30 minutes until the rice is fully cooked. Drain excess water once finished, season with salt.
  2. Meanwhile, mix cornflour, salt, and pepper together. Toss the chicken into cornflour until fully coated.
  3. Now, make sure to heat up the vegetable oil in a skillet. Add in chicken thighs and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Then, just flip them and cook for another 2 minutes.
  4. Afterward, add butter to the pan and garlic. Lower the heat.
  5. Combine honey, chicken broth, and soy sauce. Now, add the sauce into the skillet and bring to a boil. Let it simmer for 4-5 minutes until the sauce thickens up and coats the chicken.
  6. Divide rice into meal prep containers. Top with honey garlic chicken and season with green onion.

9. Salmon Meal Prep with Veggies

Salmon Meal Prep With Veggies is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT10M · Cook: PT30M · Total: PT40M · Yield: [‘2’, ‘2 meal prep bowls’]

A delicious high protein salmon meal prep with nutritious vegetables: sweet potatoes, cauliflower, and beets. These high protein meal prep bowls are gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, and Whole30 diet-friendly.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb salmon (450g)
  • 1/2 sweet potato (250g)
  • 2 cups of cauliflower (200g)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp ground ginger
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • 1 cup cooked and diced beets (120g)
  • 4 lemon wedges
  • Parsley
  • salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400F (200C). In a bowl, combine 1 tbsp olive oil, garlic, and ginger. Toss in the cauliflower to cover it with the mixture and spread it on one side of a large baking sheet.
  2. In another bowl, combine 1 tbsp olive oil with cumin and paprika. Cut sweet potatoes into cubes, cover them in the mixture of oil, and spread them on the other side of the baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes and stir midway.
  3. Sprinkle salmon with salt and pepper. Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the frying pan, fry the salmon (skin up) for a minute and add soy sauce.
  4. Cook the salmon for around 1-2 minutes and flip the salmon, so it’s skin down. Then, cook for another 3-5 minutes until the salmon is fully cooked.
  5. Dice the beetroots and chop parsley. Divide salmon and vegetables between glass containers and top up with fresh parsley as well as lemon wedges.

10. Baked Shrimp and Broccoli Foil Packs

Baked Shrimp and Broccoli Foil Packs is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT10M · Cook: PT15M · Yield: [‘2’, ‘2 foil packets’]

Enjoy baked shrimp and tender-crisp broccoli is seasoned with bold, zesty flavors—all wrapped up in an easy, no-mess foil pack. High in protein, Paleo-friendly, gluten-free, and dairy-free.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb medium raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 1 large head of broccoli (cut into florets)
  • 2 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1/2 lemon (juiced)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp chicken broth (divided)
  • Fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425F. Prepare a baking sheet.
  2. Cut aluminium foil into two square 14’’x14’’ sheets. Lay them down.
  3. In a small bowl, combine all the seasoning ingredients.
  4. Then, cover the shrimp with the spice mix. Place the shrimp in the middle of the aluminium sheets, dividing evenly.
  5. Place broccoli florets on one side of the shrimp, add garlic over the shrimp and broccoli, and squeeze over the lemon juice.
  6. Cover each stack with 1 tbsp of butter and 1 tbsp of chicken broth on each.
  7. Wrap the packets and make sure you don’t wrap them too tightly.
  8. Transfer onto the baking sheet and bake in the oven for 15 minutes until the shrimp has cooked through.
  9. Unwrap the foil packets and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

11. Lemon Chicken with Veggies

Lemon Chicken with Veggies Meal Prep is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT15M · Cook: PT35M · Total: PT50M · Yield: [‘3’, ‘3 meal prep bowls’]

These lemon chicken bowls with veggies are super easy to make. On top of that, very delicious, nutritious, full of flavors, and easy to assemble for lunch for work.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 1/4 cup chicken stock
  • 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 white onion
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 2 sweet potatoes (peeled, diced)
  • 2 cups of broccoli
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • pinch of black pepper
  • 3 cups cherry tomatoes
  • Dill (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Chop the onion in chunky pieces, peel garlic cloves. Add them to a blender, pour in chicken stock, lemon juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, and add in salt with pepper. Blend until one smooth texture.
  2. Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch chunks and combine them with the marinade in a large bowl or Ziploc bag. Keep refrigerated for at least 2 hours.
  3. Preheat the oven to 425 F (220 C).
  4. Mix 1 tbsp olive oil with paprika, salt, ¼ tsp black pepper, and garlic powder. Peel sweet potatoes, dice them into ½ inch cubes, and coat them with the mixture we‘ve just made.
  5. Bake them in the oven for 35 minutes. Add in broccoli with 25 minutes to go (10 minutes later). Drizzle broccoli with 1 tbsp of olive oil and add a pinch of black pepper. Let the vegetable bake for another 25 minutes.
  6. Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a skillet and add in the chicken with marinade. Cook for 13-15 minutes and make sure to stir it the whole time until the chicken is golden brown.
  7. Chop cherry tomatoes as well as dill. Cover the tomatoes in dill.
  8. Divide lemon chicken and vegetables into 3 food containers equally. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.

12. Crockpot Chicken Shawarma Bowl

Crockpot Chicken Shawarma Bowl is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT15M · Cook: PT180M · Total: PT195M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 bowls’]

Easy slow cooker chicken shawarma bowl with bold, savory Middle Eastern spices. High in protein and gluten-free, it recreates restaurant flavors at home, perfect for meal prep without guilt or overspending!

Ingredients

  • 1 large onion (sliced)
  • 2 lbs chicken breasts (boneless and skinless)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup dry basmati rice
  • 1 red onion (finely chopped)
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat)
  • 1/2 lemon (freshly squeezed juice)
  • Fresh parsley (chopped)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine the spice mix.
  2. Cover the bottom of the slow cooker with sliced onion. Top up with chicken and cover it with the spice mix. Cover with water.
  3. Cook on high for 3 hours until the chicken has cooked through. Shred with two forks while the chicken is still inside the crockpot.
  4. Boil basmati rice according to instructions on the package. Remove chicken from the crockpot, leaving the leftover water inside the crockpot, and add chicken to the bowl on one side.
  5. Divide red onion, cherry tomatoes amongst the bowls. Add Greek yogurt, squeeze over the lemon juice, and cover with chopped parsley.

13. Buffalo Chicken Cottage Cheese Bowl

Buffalo Chicken Cottage Cheese Bowl is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT5M · Cook: PT10M · Total: PT15M · Yield: [‘2’, ‘2 bowls’]

This Buffalo Chicken Cottage Cheese Bowl delivers spicy buffalo flavor with creamy cottage cheese—high in protein, low in carbs, and keto-friendly!

Ingredients

  • 2 large chicken breasts (skinless and boneless)
  • 4 tbsp Buffalo wing sauce
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 2 small stalks celery (diced)
  • 1 carrot (shredded)
  • 4 tbsp Ranch dressing
  • Green onion (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Add chicken breasts to a saucepan, submerge them in water, and place the pan over medium-high heat. Bring the water to a boil and lower the heat, boiling until the chicken is fully cooked. It should take around 10 minutes.
  2. Remove the chicken from the saucepan and shred it with two forks.
  3. Add Buffalo wing sauce to the chicken and toss until the chicken is well coated.
  4. Divide cottage cheese, celery, carrot, and chicken into 2 bowls. Drizzle with Ranch dressing and sprinkle with chopped green onion. Salt and pepper if needed.

14. Chicken Salad Meal Prep

Chicken Salad Meal Prep is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT15M · Cook: PT15M · Total: PT30M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 meal prep bowls’]

Crunch, flavor, and convenience all rolled into one dish. Our chicken salad meal prep is here to prove that healthy eating can be exciting and easy!

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika powder
  • 2 lbs chicken breasts (skinless, boneless (cut into 1-inch cubes))
  • sea salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • 8 cups romaine lettuce (chopped)
  • 1/2 red onion (finely chopped)
  • 1/2 avocado (chopped)
  • 1/2 English cucumber (sliced)
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes (halved)
  • 4 tbsp salad seed mix
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
  • chopped dill

Instructions Chicken

  1. Add olive oil to a frying pan and heat to medium-high heat. Add in the garlic powder, paprika powder and give it a stir.
  2. Add in the chicken, salt it, and black pepper it.
  3. Cook for 12-15 minutes until it’s fully done.

Dressing

  1. Add all of the honey mustard ingredients into a jar and give it a good shake. Your dressing is done. It will last in the fridge for up to 3 weeks.

Meal Prep

  1. Divide romaine lettuce, onion, avocado, cucumber, tomatoes, and salad seed mix into food containers.
  2. Top up each food container with chicken.
  3. Pour over the dressing. Keep in the fridge for up to 3-4 days and mix before eating.

15. Greek Chicken Bowls

Greek Chicken Bowls is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT30M · Cook: PT9M · Total: PT59M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 bowls’]

These Greek Chicken Bowls are so delicious, refreshing and herby. They’re high protein and gluten-free, and super filling!

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken breasts (boneless and skinless, cubed)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 8 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • 2 English cucumbers (cubed)
  • 1 lb cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 red onion (sliced)
  • 1/2 lemon juice (freshly squeezed )
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 2 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • ½ English cucumber (diced)
  • 2 cloves (minced)
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp fresh mint (chopped)
  • salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • 2 cups basmati rice (cooked)

Instructions

  1. In a larger bowl, add in cubed chicken breasts and cover with olive oil, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Combine all ingredients together to cover the chicken thoroughly. Marinate in the fridge for at least 20 minutes up to 12 hours before cooking.
  2. While the chicken is being marinated, combine all of the salad ingredients in a large bowl. Give it a good mix.
  3. In a separate bowl, make tzatziki sauce by simply combining all of the ingredients.
  4. Drain the chicken from the marinade.
  5. Heat up a skillet and add some olive oil. Add in the chicken cubes and cook for 7-9 minutes. Make sure you’re removing excess liquid while you’re cooking the chicken. There is going to be quite a bit of it. Then, remove from heat.
  6. Divide the cooked rice into 4 containers. Add in the salad, chicken and cover with tzatziki sauce.

16. Bang Bang Chicken Bowls

Bang Bang Chicken Bowls is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT18M · Cook: PT30M · Total: PT50M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 bowls’]

Enjoy sweet, spicy, and creamy flavors in this irresistible chicken dish. With 46 grams of protein per serving, it’s the perfect high protein and gluten free meal when you need something quick and tasty.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken tenders
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tsp Sriracha
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 4 cups cooked basmati rice
  • 1 can sweet corn (drained)
  • ½ English cucumber (sliced)
  • 1 medium carrot (grated)
  • 1 scallion (thinly sliced)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400F. Prepare a baking dish.

Chicken

  1. In a large bowl, toss the chicken tenders with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Arrange them in a baking dish in a single layer.

Bang Bang Sauce

  1. In a medium bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey until smooth. Spoon or spread a generous layer over the chicken. Reserve some sauce to drizzle over the chicken later.
  2. Pop the baking dish into the center of the oven and bake for 15–20 minutes until the chicken has cooked through. Let it cool down for 2 minutes on a chopping board and slice it up.

Assembly

  1. Divide the cooked rice among the 4 bowls. Top with baked chicken, corn, cucumber, and carrots. Drizzle with the remaining Bang Bang sauce and sprinkle with scallions.
  2. Serve immediately or store in containers for up to 3-4 days.

17. Mexican Meal Prep Bowls with Cauliflower Rice

Mexican Meal Prep Bowls with Cauliflower Rice (Low Carb) is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT8M · Cook: PT12M · Total: PT20M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 meal prep bowls’]

Mexican meal prep bowls that are also low carb! Great when you’re craving for Mexican flavors and wanting a low carb high protein meal!

Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 green bell pepper (chopped)
  • 1 can chopped tomatoes (1.5 cup chopped tomatoes)
  • 1 tsp ground onion
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp crushed chili flakes
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • pinch of salt
  • pinch of black pepper
  • 4 boneless (skinless chicken breasts)
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup wild rocket salad
  • 1 avocado

Instructions Shredded Chicken:

  1. Get a large pot, add chicken breasts to it, and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Cover the chicken with around 1 inch of water.
  3. Bring the water to a boil and let it simmer for around 12 minutes. Remove the chicken from water and shred it using either fork, claws, or a food processor.

Cauliflower Rice:

  1. Break apart cauliflower head. Wash, dry, and chop into smaller pieces.
  2. Pulse with a food processor until you’ve got cauliflower rice.
  3. Heat up a pan, add olive oil, chop green pepper and sauté them for a couple of minutes.
  4. Add cauliflower rice, chopped tomatoes, and simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Mix in onion, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, crushed chili flakes, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix as well as you can and let it simmer for 5 minutes.

Serving:

  1. Divide cauliflower rice equally among 4 food containers. Add shredded chicken to each of them as well as wild rocket salad. Slice avocado and top each meal prep bowl with it.

18. Hawaiian Pizza Chicken Bowls

Hawaiian Pizza Chicken Bowls is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT15M · Cook: PT25M · Total: PT40M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 meal prep bowls’]

This Hawaiian pizza chicken meal prep combines savory, sweet, and tangy flavors in one delicious dish. A high-protein, gluten-free meal you’ll love!

Ingredients

  • 4 medium chicken breasts (skinless and boneless)
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • 1 cup pizza sauce
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
  • ½ cup ham (chopped)
  • ½ cup pineapple (diced)
  • 4 cups steamed broccoli (cut into halves)
  • Pineapple (diced)
  • Parmesan (grated)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400F. Prepare a 9×13 casserole dish and spray it with oil.
  2. Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes. Add them to the baking dish. Cover with garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to combine.
  3. Bake in the oven for 15 minutes, then take the dish out.
  4. Cover the chicken cubes evenly throughout the dish with pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, chopped ham, and ½ cup of diced pineapple.
  5. Return to the oven and bake for another 10-12 minutes until the cheese melts and starts to brown and bubble.
  6. Once the chicken is ready, divide it into 4 meal prep bowls and add in the broccoli. Top up the chicken with diced pineapple and grated parmesan.

19. Teriyaki Chicken Meal Prep

Teriyaki Chicken Meal Prep is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT15M · Cook: PT20M · Total: PT35M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 meal prep bowls’]

Efficiency meets taste with this teriyaki chicken meal prep. Flavorful, umami, and filling. It’s high protein and dairy-free.

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 lbs chicken thighs (skinless, boneless (cut into 1-inch cubes))
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce (low sodium)
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp ginger (minced)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 4 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 4 tsp cornstarch
  • Sesame seeds
  • Green onions
  • 1 cup white rice
  • 1.5 cup water
  • salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • 2 small heads of broccoli

Instructions Teriyaki Chicken

  1. Add olive oil to the frying pan and heat it to medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs and cook on both sides until it’s cooked. It will take around 10 minutes.
  2. Combine all the teriyaki sauce ingredients in a bowl. Pour over the chicken and cook until it thickens, stirring throughout to coat the chicken with the sauce. It will take around 5-6 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle the chicken with sesame seeds and green onion

Broccoli and Rice

  1. While cooking the chicken, cook the rice according to the packaging instructions.
  2. Fluff your rice once finished.
  3. Fill a pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add a pinch of salt.
  4. Now, wash the broccoli. Then, cut the broccoli into florets and slice them up so they boil up faster.
  5. Add florets into the boiling water and cook for 3-4 minutes until they are tender. Remove and drain them before serving.

Assemble Meal Prep Containers

  1. Divide the rice into the containers, do the same with broccoli and then chicken. Your meal prep bowls are ready! Keep in the fridge for 3-4 days, and enjoy! Eat it cold or heated up.

20. Salsa Shredded Chicken

Salsa Shredded Chicken Meal Prep Bowls is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT15M · Cook: PT40M · Total: PT55M · Yield: [‘2’, ‘2 meal prep bowls’]

Try these high protein salsa shredded chicken meal prep bowls and have your high protein meals ready for the week to come. Bring those Spanish flavors into your kitchen!

Ingredients

  • 3 boneless (skinless chicken breasts (1lb, 450g))
  • 16 oz mild salsa sauce (450g)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp paprika powder
  • 1 lb cauliflower floret (450g)
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 yellow bell pepper
  • 1 green bell pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Take out your chicken breasts and add them to a pot. Pour in the chicken broth and salsa sauce. Add paprika and chili powder. Give it a stir.
  2. Cover the pot with a lid and bring it to boil. Once that’s done, lower the heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat the oven to 425F (220 C). Cut all the bell peppers into ½ inch (1.3 cm) thick strips. Afterward, place them on a baking sheet and spray them with olive oil. Make sure it covers the peppers well and sprinkle a little bit of salt. Then, roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes until slightly browned.
  4. While chicken is boiling and peppers are baking, take out your cauliflower floret. Wash it and break it apart. Shred-it in the food processor and let it steam for around 10 minutes. Add some salt to your taste once finished.
  5. Once the chicken has simmered for 30 minutes, shred it with forks inside the pot and give it a stir afterward. Turn off the heat.
  6. Once all the cooking is finished, salt the cauliflower and add it into the food storage containers. Divide all the portions in half and add chicken followed roasted pepper into the container.
  7. You can store this meal prep in a fridge for up to 4 days. Glass containers tend to keep the food fresh for longer.

21. Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad

Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT15M · Yield: [‘2’, ‘2 bowls’]

This cottage cheese chicken salad is creamy, satisfying, and loaded with 38g of protein. A high-protein, low-carb, and gluten-free.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • 1 cup rotisserie chicken (chopped into small chunks)
  • 1/4 cup jarred banana peppers (drained and diced)
  • 1 celery stick (diced)
  • 1/2 red onion (diced)
  • 1 green onion (thinly sliced)

Instructions

  1. Add cottage cheese, Dijon mustard, onion powder, garlic powder, salt and black pepper into a food processor. Pulse until smooth.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine rotisserie chicken, banana peppers, celery, red onion, green onion and blended cottage cheese. Mix well and season with salt and black pepper.
  3. Serve immediately or store in the fridge.

Save this collection for the next time you need practical meal inspiration. Start with the recipe that best matches your ingredients, then return to try the others throughout the week.

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