Chicky Chicken Meal Prep

Meal prepping with chicken is a fantastic way to guarantee you'll have a protein-rich and healthy diet that's easy to maintain throughout the week. When marinated and roasted to perfection, chicken offers a mouthwatering burst of savory juiciness and golden-brown crispness with every tender bite. At the same time, it's lean and it can be used in many dishes! It's one of my personal favorite kinds of food and choice of protein that makes for an excellent choice for meal prepping. It's also one that I can prepare in advance and at ease, during busy weekdays. I also have control over ingredients, spices, and portions that support my nutritional goals.

I start my meal prep by planning chicken-based meals that I want to make for the week. I select recipes that offer a balance of lean protein, vegetables, and primarily whole grains. Some of my favorite kinds of quick meals that I have learned to make and enjoy preparing are oven roasted chicken with a generous amount of garlic and sauteed onions, sesame chicken stir-fry, and creamy tomato based recipes. Before leaving to the grocery store I write down all of the necessary ingredients I'll need on a detailed shopping list based on my chosen meal options. Marinating chicken overnight does tend to enhance flavor and tenderness. With practice and attention to internal temperature, it wasn't very long before I started to get into the habit of making quick and consistent delicious meals with chicken. There are recipes I prefer to freeze for a later time. Before long, dedicating specific days and times for meal prepping became a regular part of my weekly routine.

Cooking chicken breasts, thighs, or tenders with a variety of vegetables, grains, and legumes to create balanced meals became a hobby. Proper storage of meals in BPA free, airtight, and microwave and freezer-safe storage containers helps to maintain freshness.

Keeping your meal prepping interesting is essential to avoid food burnout (no pun intended)! I recommend experimenting with different chicken recipes and flavors, such as lemon herb chicken, teriyaki, or honey barbecue chicken. Vary the accompanying sides by using a mix of vegetables, grains, and legumes to ensure a diverse nutrient intake. Incorporate different cooking methods and seasonings to add variety. By staying creative and flexible, you can enjoy delicious, healthy chicken-based meals all week long.