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    Home » Roundups

    12 Chicken Meal Prep Ideas For The Week

    Published: Jan 23, 2025 by bobbieblue

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    Meal prep is a great solution for busy people that are either trying to eat a healthier diet or for anyone trying to save money and stick to a budget. By batch cooking for the week you can easily accomplish these goals by making wholesome high protein dinners or lunches that are far cheaper than take-out!

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    These chicken meal prep ideas are easy to make low carb meals that are even freezer friendly. Think of a simple crockpot shredded chicken that can be used in many different recipes throughout the week. Or a juicy chicken breast that can be paired with different roasted veggies. These chicken food prep ideas will help take the stress out of planning meals and help you reach your goals!

    Buffalo Chicken and Rice Meal Prep

    Photo Credit: Haute and Healthy Living

    This Buffalo Chicken and Rice Meal Prep with roasted garlic cauliflower makes for such a healthy, flavorful, and satisfying meal that you can make in advance and store for a quick and convenient meal.

    Get the recipe: Buffalo Chicken and Rice Meal Prep

    Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken

    Photo Credit: The Fresh Cooky

    This Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken is tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. the best part? It takes 5 minutes to prep. The crockpot does the hard work. It's super simple and the chicken can be used in so many ways.

    Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken

    Mexican Shredded Chicken

    Photo Credit: To Taste

    This Mexican Shredded Chicken is easy, tender, flavorful, and versatile it may become a weekly staple at your house! Use for tacos, burrito bowls, tostadas, salads, and more. Yum!

    Get the recipe: Mexican Shredded Chicken

    Chicken Parmesan Burgers

    Photo Credit: Pumpkin N Spice

    These Chicken Parmesan Burgers are juicy, flavorful, and ready in just 20 minutes. With fresh mozzarella cheese and marinara sauce, this easy dinner is perfect for burger night!

    Get the recipe: Chicken Parmesan Burgers

    3-Ingredient Meal Prep Breaded Chicken

    Photo Credit: Lauren Fit Foodie

    This 3-Ingredient Meal Prep Breaded Chicken is the ultimate weeknight meal. It's tender, juicy, and packed with so much amazing flavor. Perfect for enjoying with your favorite sides or adding on top of your favorite salad or pasta! 

    Get the recipe: 3-Ingredient Meal Prep Breaded Chicken (No Egg)

    Air Fryer Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs

    Photo Credit: Hello Frozen Bananas

    These Air Fryer Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs are crispy, flavorful, and easy to make! Forget chicken breast and try these chicken thighs instead. Juicy and tender you can't go wrong!

    Get the recipe: Air Fryer Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs

    Thai Chicken Meal Prep

    Photo Credit: Lauren Fuentes

    This Thai Chicken Meal Prep is jam-packed with flavor from chicken, fresh veggies, and a delicious Homemade Peanut Sauce infusing the Thai flavors. It's light, satisfying, and a recipe you'll want to make again.

    Get the recipe: Thai Chicken Meal Prep

    Apple Walnut Chicken Salad

    Photo Credit: On My Kids Plate

    This Apple Walnut Chicken Salad is a great lunch or light dinner recipe that your family will love. Packed full of flavor, and quick to put together, this is a recipe that is perfect for busy weeknights.

    Get the recipe: Apple Walnut Chicken Salad

    Korean Chicken Lunch Meal Prep

    Photo Credit: Laura Fuentes

    This Korean Chicken Lunch Meal Prep is a healthy meal prep option consisting of sweet-tangy Korean chicken with Jasmine rice and Asian slaw. The ultimate lunch idea for home or the office.

    Get the recipe: Korean Chicken Lunch Meal Prep

    Basil Marinated Chicken

    Photo Credit: Meal Plans For Two

    This Basil Marinated Chicken is tender, juicy, and full of flavor. Baking the chicken in the marinade keeps it moist and delicious and is a great option for meal prep. Prepped in less than 10 minutes.

    Get the recipe: Basil Marinated Chicken

    Orange Chicken

    Photo Credit: Gypsy Plate

    This Orange Chicken is a super simple recipe full of flavor. It's a great option for meal prep and is put together using a handful of ingredients. You can pair it with rice, noodles, or a salad. Yum!

    Get the recipe: Meal Prep Chicken (Orange Chicken)

    Chick-Fil-A Grilled Chicken Nuggets

    Photo Credit: The Fresh Cooky

    These Chick-Fil-A Grilled Chicken Nuggets are a great option to make for everyone. Super simple to prep and ideal for the whole family, these tender chicken pieces are bursting with flavor.

    Get the recipe: Chick-Fil-A Grilled Chicken Nuggets Recipe (Copycat)

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