These are the BEST chicken meal prep ideas on the internet! Make meal prep bowls, wraps, meatballs and more for easy, healthy lunches.
Chicken Meal Prep Ideas
Looking for some chicken meal prep ideas to add to your weekly line up? I rounded up some of my favourite recipes that are delicious and healthy – you’ll save a ton of time by prepping them at the beginning of the week for easy lunches and dinners. From wraps to stir fries and soups, these meal prep chicken recipes have something for everyone!
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Chicken Breast Recipes
Whether you're making meal prep bowls or mason jar instant noodles, you'll love these chicken breast recipes! They are perfect for lunches. Discover more of my favourite chicken breast recipes here.
Mason Jar Instant Noodles
30 minutes
These Mason Jar Instant Noodles are the perfect work lunch. The jars are packed full of veggies, vermicelli noodles and shredded chicken!
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Calories: 369kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 1366mg | Potassium: 496mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1189IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg
The Easiest 2-Ingredient Crockpot BBQ Chicken
8 hours 5 minutes
This 2-Ingredient Crockpot BBQ Chicken is the easiest dump dinner with a side of kale slaw – all you need is chicken and BBQ sauce!
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Calories: 195kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 425mg | Potassium: 419mg | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 35IU | Vitamin C: 1.3mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.4mg
Taco Bell Power Bowl {Copycat Recipe}
40 minutes
This Taco Bell Power Bowl is the perfect meal prep idea and is a healthier copycat recipe you can easily make at home in just 30 minutes!
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Calories: 451kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 852mg | Potassium: 736mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 2070IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 3mg
Sheet Pan Greek Chicken Meal Prep Bowls
35 minutes
These Sheet Pan Greek Chicken Meal Prep Bowls are a low carb lunch idea with a lemon-oregano marinade, and they're ready in 30 minutes!
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Calories: 309kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 471mg | Potassium: 470mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 950IU | Vitamin C: 153.5mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 1.4mg
Easiest 2-Ingredient Crockpot Salsa Chicken
6 hours 5 minutes
Easiest 2-Ingredient Crockpot Salsa Chicken comes together SO easily and it can be used for so many recipes like tacos, burrito bowls, salads and more. Plus, it can be frozen!
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Calories: 160kcal | Protein: 24g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 132mg | Potassium: 420mg | Vitamin A: 35IU | Vitamin C: 1.3mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.4mg
Honey Sriracha Chicken Meal Prep Bowls
35 minutes
These Honey Sriracha Chicken Meal Prep Bowls are a delicious make-ahead lunch idea. The sauce is so easy to make with just 3 ingredients!
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Calories: 455kcal | Carbohydrates: 67g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 105mg | Sodium: 460mg | Potassium: 361mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 32.2mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 3.6mg
Peanut Chicken Meal Prep Bowls {Low-Carb}
30 minutes
These Peanut Chicken Meal Prep Bowls are a healthy low-carb lunch idea full of colourful veggies, sautéed chicken and yummy peanut sauce.
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Calories: 386kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 422mg | Potassium: 589mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 6800IU | Vitamin C: 100.7mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg
Coconut Mango Chicken Meal Prep Bowls
40 minutes
These Coconut Mango Chicken Meal Prep Bowls with corn salsa, avocado and mango marinade are perfect for your weekly lunches!
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Calories: 529kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 57mg | Sodium: 1234mg | Potassium: 1112mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 1723IU | Vitamin C: 72mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 3mg
Sweet Chili Chicken Meal Prep Bowls
40 minutes
These Sweet Chili Chicken Meal Prep Bowls are a delicious make-ahead lunch idea. Serve with jasmine rice and your choice of toppings!
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Calories: 430kcal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 69mg | Sodium: 656mg | Potassium: 194mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 6300IU | Vitamin C: 26.4mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1.3mg
Meal Prep Buffalo Chicken Wraps
35 minutes
These Meal Prep Buffalo Chicken Wraps are a delicious and easy lunch idea – pack them bento box style for your work week or school lunches!
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Calories: 437kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 2185mg | Potassium: 452mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 10200IU | Vitamin C: 8.3mg | Calcium: 210mg | Iron: 3.6mg
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Chicken Thigh Recipes
Chicken thighs may not be as popular as chicken breasts, but I always love how juicy they are! Try these meal prep ideas to see what I mean. I've got more healthy and delicious chicken thigh recipes here.
Korean Inspired Chicken Meal Prep Bowls
35 minutes
These Korean Inspired Chicken Meal Prep Bowls are a healthy make ahead lunch idea made up of chicken thighs, Asian coleslaw and jasmine rice! Recipe adapted from Canadian Living.
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Calories: 520kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 215mg | Sodium: 491mg | Potassium: 813mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 164IU | Vitamin C: 41mg | Calcium: 78mg | Iron: 3mg
Garlic Sesame Instant Pot Chicken Thighs
40 minutes
These Garlic Sesame Instant Pot Chicken Thighs are perfect for your weekly meal prep and are made with the best sticky and sweet sauce!
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Calories: 404kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 88mg | Sodium: 994mg | Potassium: 47mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 900IU | Vitamin C: 49.5mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 2.2mg
Chicken Shawarma Meal Prep Bowls
40 minutes
These Chicken Shawarma Meal Prep Bowls are great for your weekly lunches, with a homemade shawarma seasoning that’s made of pantry staples.
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Calories: 377kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 328mg | Potassium: 159mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 950IU | Vitamin C: 22.3mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 2.3mg
Meal Prep Thai Basil Chicken
40 minutes
This Meal Prep Thai Basil Chicken is a healthy stir fry idea that doubles as an easy 30-minute dinner or make-ahead lunch!
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Calories: 386kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 1534mg | Potassium: 354mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1050IU | Vitamin C: 51.2mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 2.2mg
Air Fryer Chicken Thighs {Bone-In or Boneless}
These Air Fryer Chicken Thighs are so crispy and juicy, seasoned with lemon pepper and paprika, and served with rice and coleslaw.
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Calories: 586kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 144mg | Sodium: 458mg | Potassium: 581mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 677IU | Vitamin C: 42mg | Calcium: 85mg | Iron: 2mg
Honey Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs
4 hours 15 minutes
These Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs are amazing! Cook hands-off in the crockpot and serve with broccoli and rice for a full meal.
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Calories: 563kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 53g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 215mg | Sodium: 870mg | Potassium: 1167mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 1063IU | Vitamin C: 138mg | Calcium: 117mg | Iron: 4mg
Panda Express Kung Pao Chicken
40 minutes
This Panda Express Kung Pao Chicken is a delicious restaurant copycat! The easy stir fry is made with spicy sauce, chicken and mixed veggies.
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Calories: 515kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 640mg | Potassium: 708mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 1148IU | Vitamin C: 49mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 3mg
Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore
7 hours 15 minutes
This Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore is an easy set-it-and-forget-it dinner! Serve this comfort food with egg noodles for a full meal.
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Calories: 456kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 135mg | Sodium: 650mg | Potassium: 695mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 4143IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 3mg
Ground Chicken Recipes
Ground chicken is often a cheaper way to get some protein into your meals. Try these recipes and make delicious meatballs, spring roll jars and more! Check out more ground chicken recipes here.
Quick & Easy Chicken Spring Roll Jars
30 minutes
These Quick & Easy Chicken Spring Roll Jars are the perfect grab-and-go lunch with ground chicken and sweet chili sauce for an added kick.
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Calories: 480kcal | Carbohydrates: 73g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 1172mg | Potassium: 686mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 1329IU | Vitamin C: 90mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 2mg
Meal Prep Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
40 minutes
These Meal Prep Buffalo Chicken Meatballs are a healthy and freezer-friendly lunch or dinner idea – they’re also the perfect party food!
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Calories: 410kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 133mg | Sodium: 740mg | Potassium: 452mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 4050IU | Vitamin C: 12.4mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2.2mg
Baked Greek Meatballs with Tzatziki
45 minutes
These Baked Greek Meatballs are so good! They're made healthier with ground chicken and served with potatoes, veggies and tzatziki.
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Calories: 380kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 102mg | Sodium: 231mg | Potassium: 1418mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 332IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 94mg | Iron: 3mg
Sticky Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs and Rice
45 minutes
These Sticky Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs and Rice Bowls are perfect for meal prep! Serve with a mix of fresh and delicious stir fried veggies.
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Calories: 550kcal | Carbohydrates: 72g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 142mg | Sodium: 1529mg | Potassium: 980mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 6102IU | Vitamin C: 32mg | Calcium: 96mg | Iron: 3mg
Easy 20-Minute Potsticker Bowls {Low-Carb}
20 minutes
These Easy 20-Minute Potsticker Bowls are a quick low carb dinner idea made with ground chicken, coleslaw, mushrooms and sesame sauce!
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Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 711mg | Potassium: 893mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 258IU | Vitamin C: 45mg | Calcium: 81mg | Iron: 3mg
Instant Pot Egg Roll in a Bowl {Low-Carb}
15 minutes
This Instant Pot Egg Roll in a Bowl is a delicious low-carb take on your favourite takeout dish with ground chicken and cabbage.
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Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 1635mg | Potassium: 353mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 5750IU | Vitamin C: 31.4mg | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 2.9mg
PF Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps {Perfect Copycat}
30 minutes
These copycat PF Chang's Chicken Lettuce Wraps are made with ground chicken, mushrooms and water chestnuts – they're healthy and low carb!
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Calories: 366kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 704mg | Potassium: 674mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 2500IU | Vitamin C: 14.9mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2.3mg
Meal Prep Skinny Taco Bake
50 minutes
This Meal Prep Skinny Taco Bake is a delicious and healthier take on a taco dinner filled with ground chicken, sweet potatoes and bell peppers.
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Calories: 453kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 112mg | Sodium: 566mg | Potassium: 840mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 9450IU | Vitamin C: 339.9mg | Calcium: 320mg | Iron: 3.1mg
Instant Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup
35 minutes
This Instant Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup is easier than making stuffed peppers themselves, with marinara sauce, ground chicken, rice and peppers.
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Calories: 331kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 1215mg | Potassium: 634mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 2250IU | Vitamin C: 65.2mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2.7mg
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