High Protein Meal Prep Bowls
A variety of easy and delicious protein bowls that can be prepared in advance to simplify your busy week.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 500kcal
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 2 cups rice or quinoa Use cooked.
- 2 cups chopped salad or roasted potatoes Optional choices for base.
Protein Options
- 1 lb chicken thighs or breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces.
- 1 can black beans Rinsed and drained.
- 1 cup tofu Pressed and cubed.
Colorful Vegetables
- 1 cup bell peppers Diced.
- 1 cup cucumber Sliced.
- 1 cup spinach Fresh.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes Halved.
Flavor Enhancers
- 1 cup salsa For topping.
- 1/4 cup peanut sauce For the peanut chicken crunch bowl.
- 1/4 cup tahini or hummus For drizzling.
Crunchy Toppings
- 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds To sprinkle on top.
- 1/4 cup crushed peanuts For added crunch.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the rice or quinoa according to package instructions.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Spread the chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
- Let the chicken cool before packaging.
Assembly
- In meal prep containers, divide the cooked rice or quinoa as the base.
- Top each with a portion of chicken, black beans, chopped vegetables, and a sauce.
- Add a sprinkle of crunchy toppings.
Notes
Keep sauces separate until ready to eat. Mix up your protein and base each week for variety.