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41 Easy Chicken Meal Prep Recipes

Meal prepping is fun but it can get boring. I’m sharing multiple chicken meal prep recipes that will transform the way that chicken tastes.

So, today I am sharing 20 chicken meal prep recipes. They are not only delicious but are great for healthy meal prep.

It is a good idea to store your meals in glass containers like these. They keep your food fresh for longer. However, if you need something lighter, these BPA-free plastic containers work well too.

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1. Honey Sesame Chicken with Broccolini

Honey Sesame Chicken with Broccolini

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The chicken is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The honey adds a subtle sweetness, while the sesame oil adds that umami flavor that you’re craving.

To save money, you can make your own cauliflower rice. There is a great deal on this food processor here right now.

Here is another honey garlic chicken meal prep you might like.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 377
  • Fats: 26g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Carbs: 16g
  • Sugar: 13g

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2. Healthy Chicken Fajita Meal Prep Bowl

Chicken Fajita Meal Prep Bowl

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This healthy chicken fajita meal prep bowl is sure to satisfy your cravings. The chicken in this high protein lunch is super flavourful because you’re stir-frying it in a blend of spices.

These are nicely roasted caramelized Brussels sprouts. Roasting Brussels sprouts add a subtle sweetness to them, making them a pleasure to eat.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 592
  • Fats: 32g
  • Protein: 59g
  • Carbs: 23g
  • Fiber: 6g

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3. Lemon Garlic Chicken with Zucchini Noodles

Lemon Garlic Chicken with Zucchini Noodles

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The pieces of chicken are moist and tender and perfectly seared on the outside. Coated in a creamy lemon garlic butter sauce packed with flavor.

Making zucchini noodles is super easy. All you have to do is place your zucchini in a spiralizer, and outcomes beautifully spiralized noodles. This spiralizer right here will work just fine.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 304
  • Fats: 16g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Carbs: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 8g

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4. Italian Chicken

Italian Chicken

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The chicken is nice and juicy and packed with Italian flavors because of Italian seasonings like basil, thyme, rosemary, and marjoram.

Making it is super easy because you just put your chicken and veggies on a sheet pan. Easy, peasy, chicken dinner.

Here are more sheet pan recipes you can use for meal prepping!

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 701
  • Fats: 14g
  • Protein: 57g
  • Carbs: 82g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 3g

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5. Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Chicken Lettuce Wraps

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Do you love P.F. Chang’s lettuce wraps? Well, you don’t have to head out to get them anymore.

They taste like the real thing. The ground chicken is nicely browned and coated in a sweet and savory sauce with a hint of heat.

All layered in lettuce wraps to make this a tasty, truly memorable low carb meal.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 275
  • Fats: 13.9g
  • Protein: 22.2g
  • Carbs: 16.8g
  • Fiber: 3.1g
  • Sugar: 7.1g

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6. Buffalo Chicken Ranch Meal Prep

Buffalo Chicken Ranch Meal Prep

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You have tender, nicely shredded chicken served with bright red cherry tomatoes, luscious avocado, refreshing cucumber, crunchy celery, and green onions.

The Buffalo chicken is easy to make because you just layer your ingredients in an Instant Pot, and let your Instant Pot do the cooking. check out this Instant Pot here.

Here is another Instant Pot chicken meal prep.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 287
  • Fats: 21g
  • Protein: 13g
  • Carbs: 13g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Sugar: 3g

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7. Chicken Parmesan

Chicken Parmesan

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Chicken Parmesan is one of those comforting meals. This chicken parmesan tastes just as good as the original and with way fewer carbs.

That is because the zucchini noodles add some freshness and lightness to the dish. And since this dish is packed with protein and has a good amount of fats, you feel full.

Check out more high protein meal prep recipes here.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 333
  • Fats: 14.3g
  • Protein: 32.8g
  • Carbs: 20.9g
  • Fiber: 5.9g
  • Sugar: 9.4g

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8. Spicy Curried Chicken Meal Prep Bowl

Spicy Curried Chicken Meal Prep Bowl

Credit: allnutritious.com

So, if you like things spicy, I’ve got just the right dish for you. On the menu are tender, spicy, perfectly seasoned chicken breasts on a bed of roasted Brussels sprouts and cauliflower.

It also has a whopping 44 grams of protein, so it’s the perfect post work out meal.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 474
  • Fats: 26g
  • Protein: 44g
  • Carbs: 19g
  • Fiber: 9g

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9. Chicken Wraps

Chicken Wraps

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Wraps just make meal prep so much easier. And it doesn’t get much simpler or tastier than this.

This wrap is packed with tasty and fresh ingredients. You have tender chicken, crisp bacon, crunchy lettuce, creamy avocado, and cheese.

All topped with a creamy spicy Ranch dressing.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 737
  • Fats: 54g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Carbs: 26g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Sugar: 4g

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10. Blackened Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

Blackened Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

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Do you hate washing tons of pots and pans after dinner? Then try this super easy sheet pan dinner.

The sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts are nicely caramelized, and the chicken breasts are juicy and seasoned to perfection.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 375
  • Fats: 15g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Carbs: 29g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Sugar: 10g

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11. Thai Peanut Chicken Meal Prep Bowls

Thai Peanut Chicken Meal Prep Bowls

Credit: mealswithmaggie.com

This chicken is extra juicy, and the bell peppers are perfectly roasted. And the Thai peanut sauce is amazing.

The peanut butter adds creaminess, and the honey adds a nice sweet note.  Meanwhile, the soy sauce adds umami flavor, and the garlic powder makes it savory.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 513
  • Fats: 17.1g
  • Protein: 34.9g
  • Carbs: 55.7g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Sugar: 7.7g

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12. Easy Keto Chicken Salad

Easy Keto Chicken Salad

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This easy keto salad is packed full of delicious ingredients. And instead of adding mayonnaise to your salad, you add freshly made salad dressing.

And to get the perfect hard-boiled eggs, I recommend using an egg maker like this. It really takes the fuss out of getting your boiled eggs cooked just right. Check out more meal prep salads here.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 377
  • Fats: 28g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Carbs: 8g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Sugar: 1g

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13. Chinese Chicken Salad

Chinese Chicken Salad

Credit: paleorunningmomma.com

You have tender, juicy chicken on a bed of slaw mix, shredded cabbage mixed with juicy tangerines, and crunchy chopped cashews topped with scallions.

The almond butter sesame dressing is what brings this salad together.

To make the dressing, you want to use a powerful blender since the dressing contains Medjool dates, which can be harder to blend. I recommend using a Nutribullet.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 397
  • Fats: 29g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Carbs: 18g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 9g

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14. Chopped Thai Chicken Salad

Chopped Thai Chicken Salad

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This salad is a party in your mouth. You have the crunch of chopped peanuts, the crispiness of green cabbage, the sweetness of carrots, and the sourness of green papaya or mangos.

To make this salad, you will need to shred your chicken. To save time and extra convenience, you can use these meat shredder claws.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 456
  • Fats: 30.4g
  • Protein: 19.6g
  • Carbs: 31.9g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Sugar: 20.9g

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15. Pineapple Chicken

Pineapple Chicken

Credit: theculinarycompass.com

This pineapple chicken meal prep bowl is super flavourful. The pineapple and lime juice add some acidity and tang, while the ginger and red pepper flakes add some heat.

Meanwhile, the red onions add some sweetness, and the garlic adds savory notes. And to give it an Asian twist, you add soy sauce for a sweet umami flavor.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 549
  • Fats: 13g
  • Protein: 56g
  • Carbs: 51g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 37g

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16. Honey & Mustard Marinated Chicken Salad

Mustard Marinated Chicken Salad

Credit: slowthecookdown.com

You have a chicken that has been marinated in a sweet and savory sauce with a bit of lemon juice for some tang. This makes the chicken extra juicy.

To get the look, all you have to do is use a mandolin to create the ribbons. I recommend this mandolin right here.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 470
  • Fats: 26g
  • Protein: 33g
  • Carbs: 29g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 22g

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17. Veggie Chicken Meal Prep

Veggie Chicken Meal Prep

Credit: theculinarycompass.com

It is a one-sheet pan meal. So, all you do is put your veggies and chicken on a glass pan.

Then, combine your salad dressing ingredients in a bowl, and pour on top of your veggies and chicken, and mix well. Bake for 30 minutes and outcomes tender chicken breast and colorful veggies.

Per Serving (Calculated):

  • Calories: 177
  • Fats: 3.1g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Carbs: 8.6g
  • Fiber: 1.2g
  • Sugar: 6.1g

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18. Lemon Pepper Chicken

Lemon Pepper Chicken

Credit: tornadoughalli.com

The chicken breasts are nice and juicy. And they have the perfect balance of heat, savory, and tang.

They are easy to make too. Just mix together some black peppercorns, lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 198
  • Fats: 10g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Carbs: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Sugar: 0g

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19. Teriyaki Chicken

Teriyaki Chicken

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With Teriyaki chicken, it’s all about the sauce, isn’t it? This sauce is totally homemade and uses lots of healthier ingredients.

The raw honey adds a nice sweetness, while the ginger adds a bit of heat.

Meanwhile, the orange juice adds some tang, while the low sodium soy sauce adds a nice umami flavor while lowering the sodium content.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 422
  • Fats: 10g
  • Protein: 42g
  • Carbs: 39g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 7g

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20. Orange Chicken

Orange Chicken

Credit: fitmencook.com

This orange chicken much healthier and still tastes delicious. It is packed with protein and lots of complex carbs from broccoli and brown rice.

And since you’re using chicken breast instead of chicken thighs, you cut down on the calories and the fat.

Here is another healthy orange chicken meal prep recipe!

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 311
  • Fats: 3g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Carbs: 36g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 9g

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21. Instant Pot Spicy Chicken

Instant Pot Spicy Chicken

Credit: allnutritious.com

These Instant Pot Spicy Chicken breasts are full of flavor. They’re nice and spicy. You’re also adding mild salsa to them.

This infuses your chicken breasts with Mexican flavor. You’re also adding freshness with the red and green bell peppers.

And the red kidney beans give an extra boost of protein and iron.

Check out more instant pot meal prep ideas here.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 767
  • Fats: 11g
  • Protein: 65g
  • Carbs: 104g
  • Fiber: 30g
  • Sugar: 12g

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22. Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

Credit: allnutritious.com

These Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are full of flavor. That’s because of the spices you’re using.

Homemade Fajita seasoning is cheaper than store-bought seasoning. And you know what’s in it – no sugar or pesky additives.

To lighten your Fajitas, you’ll be adding bell peppers, lime juice, and onions. To make it a meal, serve with these organic corn taco shells.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 473
  • Fats: 14g
  • Protein: 44g
  • Carbs: 44g
  • Fiber: 7.1g
  • Sugar: 4.7g

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23. Chicken Burrito Bowls

Chicken Burrito Bowls

Credit: allnutritious.com

These Chicken Burrito Bowls are packed with tender, shredded Chicken, spicy rice, juicy grape tomatoes, sweet corn, fresh arugula, and creamy black beans.

To keep things simple, you’ll be dressing the Bowls with Caesar dressing. However, if you want to keep things more authentic, you can use this Cilantro Lime Salad dressing instead.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 520
  • Fats: 13g
  • Protein: 37g
  • Carbs: 64g
  • Fiber: 9.5g
  • Sugar: 4.2g

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24. Buffalo Chicken Meal Prep

Buffalo Chicken Meal Prep

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The Buffalo Chicken is, you guessed it, spicy! But it’s not all about the heat. You’re also adding seasonings like honey, garlic powder, cumin, and paprika. So your Chicken is sweet and savory too.

And you’re serving your Chicken with brown rice and caramelized garlicky cauliflower. Your taste buds will thank you.

Check out more low calorie meal prep ideas here.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 411
  • Fats: 16g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Carbs: 39g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Sugar: 13g

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25. Honey Garlic Chicken

Honey Garlic Chicken

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Do you want even more garlic flavors? You’ll want to grab hold of this Honey Garlic Chicken.

Now you may want to have these breath mints on hand. That’s because you’ll be using 4 cloves of garlic to make these.

Garlic is quite good for you. Garlic may reduce the number of colds. Check out more macro-friendly recipes here.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 879
  • Fats: 26g
  • Protein: 65g
  • Carbs: 97g
  • Fiber: 3.8g
  • Sugar: 18g

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26. Chicken Shawarma Quinoa Bowls

Chicken Shawarma Quinoa Bowls

Credit: theforkedspoon.com

These Chicken Shawarma Quinoa Bowls will definitely satisfy your cravings.

These chicken breasts are juicy and yummy. That’s because you’re marinating your chicken breasts in a mix of Lebanese spices.

You’re serving them on a bed of quinoa with Lebanese Salad. And let’s not forget about the Cucumber Tahini yogurt.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 722
  • Fats: 36g
  • Protein: 56g
  • Carbs: 48g
  • Fiber: 16g
  • Sugar: 8g

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27. Spicy Pineapple Chicken

Spicy Pineapple Chicken

Credit: allnutritious.com

Spice things up with Pineapple Chicken healthy meal prep. It’s moist and tasty. You’re getting the tangy-sweetness from the pineapple. The red pepper flakes, jalapenos, and chili sauce add a nice kick.

However, if you want to keep it light, you can add this cauliflower rice instead. This is a perfect low fat meal for all the pineapple lovers out there!

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 324
  • Fats: 10g
  • Protein: 31g
  • Carbs: 29g
  • Fiber: 1.8g
  • Sugar: 23g

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28. Teriyaki Chicken

Teriyaki Chicken

Credit: mymorningmocha.com

This one-pan Teriyaki Chicken is so easy to prepare. And it is full of yummy and exotic flavors from ginger, honey, garlic, and soy sauce.

The broccoli, red peppers, and spring onions keep it light and fresh.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 831
  • Fats: 22g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Carbs: 125g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Sugar: 28g

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29. Chicken with Broccoli, Beets, and Farro Salad

Chicken with Broccoli, Beets, and Farro Salad

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This Chicken with Broccoli, Beets, and Farro Salad is refreshing, satisfying, and packed with flavor and texture.

Farro also adds lots of plant-based protein and fiber. It also contains zinc, which helps boost your immunity. Besides using farro in salads, you can add it to soups.

If you’d like to give farro a try, you can get some here.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 715
  • Fats: 27g
  • Protein: 55g
  • Carbs: 67g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Sugar: 17g

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30. Cashew Nut Chicken

Cashew Nut Chicken

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This Cashew Nut Chicken is perfect for lazy, ahem, fast meal prep.

You’ve got Chicken in a sweet, garlicky-ginger sauce. And the crunchy toasted cashews contrast the tender Chicken perfectly.

The red, green, and yellow bell peppers add lovely pops of color. They also provide immune-boosting Vitamins A and C to keep those pesky colds away.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 460
  • Fats: 23g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Carbs: 18g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 3g

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31. Mexican Meal Prep Bowls with Cauliflower Rice

Mexican Meal Prep Bowls with Cauliflower Rice

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Craving Mexican food, but want to skip the carbs? Make my Mexican Meal Prep Bowls with Cauliflower Rice.

To cut down on the carbs, you’ll be subbing cauliflower rice for regular rice. You’ll also be using low-carb veggies like bell peppers, avocados, and arugula.

As an added bonus, this meal prep takes just 20 minutes.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 406
  • Fats: 17g
  • Protein: 48g
  • Carbs: 17g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Sugar: 6.2g

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32. Keto Chicken Salad with Avocado

Keto Chicken Salad with Avocado

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You’ve got creamy avocado, tender, smoky Chicken, crispy bacon, lettuce, and cumber. And they’re all topped with a tart, refreshing lemon dressing.

Besides being low carb, this Salad is nutritious too. One serving provides about 20% of your daily Vitamin C and potassium needs.

So you can definitely feel good eating this Salad.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 392.8
  • Fats: 32.3g
  • Protein: 19.5g
  • Carbs: 8g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Sugar: 1.4g

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33. One Pan Chicken Legs with Quinoa

One Pan Chicken Legs with Quinoa

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I’m all about Chicken Legs. They contain more fat, which means more flavor. And my One Pan Chicken Legs with Quinoa are big on flavor.

That’s because you’re adding aromatic spices like cinnamon, coriander, and turmeric. You’re also adding red pepper flakes for heat. The dried cranberries add zing.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 932
  • Fats: 46g
  • Protein: 54g
  • Carbs: 79g
  • Fiber: 14g
  • Sugar: 19g

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34. Chicken and Hummus

Chicken and Hummus

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Looking for a super-easy Chicken Meal Prep? This one is as easy as it gets. Just pack some cooked chicken thighs, hummus, and mini naans. And you’re good to go.

Need a Bento box to keep your ingredients separate? These Bento boxes are great for both adults and kids.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 491
  • Fats: 17g
  • Protein: 43g
  • Carbs: 43g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Sugar: 4g

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35. Lemon Chicken with Veggies

Lemon Chicken with Veggies

Credit: allnutritious.com

Give Lemon Chicken with Veggies a try. It’s naturally sweet, that’s because it’s loaded with sweet veggies like sweet potatoes and tomatoes.

You’re also adding broccoli, but since it’s roasted, it’s sweet as well. You’ll also be adding savory chicken breasts to balance out all that sweetness. Bon appetit!

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 500
  • Fats: 23g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Carbs: 35g
  • Fiber: 7.3g
  • Sugar: 11g

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36. Shredded Chicken Tacos

Shredded Chicken Tacos

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These Shredded Chicken Tacos are full of big Mexican flavors from the salsa and spices. And they contain fewer calories than Beef Calories.

To add even more flavors, add your favorite low-calorie toppings. Some good ones are jalapeno peppers, red onions, and lettuce.

Feel free to splurge on guacamole, avocado, or this Chili Lime Crema.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 144
  • Fats: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Carbs: 3g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 1g

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37. Baked Herb Chicken Breasts with Couscous

Baked Herb Chicken Breasts with Couscous

Credit: allnutritious.com

On the menu are moist, tender breasts. And they’re coated with yummy Mediterranean spices like oregano and basil.

The chicken breasts are served with vegetable-broth-infused couscous and caramelized roasted veggies. You’ll definitely be looking forward to eating this.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 633
  • Fats: 17g
  • Protein: 61g
  • Carbs: 56g
  • Fiber: 7.5g
  • Sugar: 9.7g

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38. Healthy Chicken Meal Prep Bowls

Healthy Chicken Meal Prep Bowls

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These Healthy Chicken Meal Prep Bowls are a winner.

They take only 15 minutes to make, but they taste good too. You’re getting sweetness from the cherry tomatoes and earthy spiciness from the radishes.

This is balanced by the bitterness of the salad greens. The yogurt dip adds creaminess, tang, and freshness.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 399
  • Fats: 12g
  • Protein: 59g
  • Carbs: 9g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 6g

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39. Sheet Pan Chicken with Sweet Potatoes

Sheet Pan Chicken with Sweet Potatoes

Credit: allnutritious.com

Tender chicken breasts on a bed of beautiful, caramelized vegetables on the menu.

These include red onions, Brussels Sprouts, and sweet potatoes. And the apples add even more sweetness to this flavorful, bright dish.

Be sure to serve your meal on an elegant platter. Enjoy! Check out more sheet pan dinners here.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 471
  • Fats: 16g
  • Protein: 48g
  • Carbs: 37g
  • Fiber: 8.4g
  • Sugar: 16g

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40. Teriyaki Chicken Meal Prep

Teriyaki Chicken Meal Prep

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Looking for another dinner idea for date night? This Teriyaki Chicken Meal Prep is a good one.

Lean chicken breasts are coated in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce. And they’re served with crunchy, bright sugar snap peas.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 489
  • Fats: 15g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Carbs: 58g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 16g

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41. Lemon Chicken Thighs

Lemon Chicken Thighs

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Did someone say Lemon Chicken Thighs? The skin on the chicken thighs is brown and crispy. And the chicken thighs are succulent and full of yummy flavors.

The lemon juice adds zing and freshness, while the black pepper adds heat. And the chicken thighs are served with sweet potatoes.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 505
  • Fats: 29g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Carbs: 39g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Sugar: 7.7g

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