High-Protein Chicken Meal Prep Recipes
Chicken breast sits at roughly 31g protein per 100g cooked with under 4g fat — the leanest protein-per-calorie ratio of any common meat. These recipes prove it does not have to be bland: each one hits 50g+ protein per serving and is built for 4–6 servings per batch. Whether you track macros precisely or just want to hit 200g protein a day, chicken is your most reliable tool.
70 recipes
Garlic Chicken Bacon Potato Bowls
Oven · 6 servings
5-Ingredient White Chicken Chili
Stovetop · 4 servings
2-Ingredient Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken
Stovetop · 4 servings
5-Ingredient Chicken Tortilla Soup
Stovetop · 4 servings
BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese
Slow Cooker · 5 servings
Air Fryer Honey Garlic Chicken and Broccoli
Stovetop · 2 servings
Avocado Alfredo Zoodles With Chicken + Sun Dried Tomatoes
Stovetop · 4 servings
Buffalo Chicken Bacon Mac Bowls
Slow Cooker · 11 servings
Cheesy Chicken Bacon Pasta
Slow Cooker · 11 servings
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bowls
Slow Cooker · 10 servings
Air Fryer Fried Chicken Breast
Stovetop · 3 servings
Italian Alfredo Chicken Pasta
Slow Cooker · 14 servings
Italian Chicken Pasta with Chives
Slow Cooker · 7 servings
20-Minute Teriyaki Chicken
Stovetop · 2 servings
Baked Chicken Quesadillas
Stovetop · 8 servings
44-clove garlic (and chicken) soup
Stovetop · 4 servings
Air Fryer Chicken Thighs (Teriyaki)
Stovetop · 3 servings
Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
Stovetop · 7 servings
Chicken Bacon Buffalo Ranch Pasta
Stovetop · 10 servings
Cream of Chicken Pasta with Broccoli
Slow Cooker · 8 servings
Baked Chicken Thighs With Asparagus
Stovetop · 6 servings
3-Ingredient Mexican Shredded Chicken
Stovetop · 8 servings
Chicken, Bacon, Ranch Burritos
Oven · 14 servings
20-Minute Thai Basil Chicken
Stovetop · 4 servings
Almond-Crusted Chicken Nuggets
Stovetop · 6 servings
2-Ingredient Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken
Stovetop · 6 servings
Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks Recipe
Stovetop · 5 servings
20-Minute Moo Shu Pork (or Chicken)
Stovetop · 4 servings
20 Minute Honey Mustard Chicken
Stovetop · 4 servings
Baked Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Thighs
Stovetop · 4 servings
Arugula White Bean Salad with Pesto Chicken
Stovetop · 6 servings
20-Minute Chipotle Chicken Chili
Stovetop · 6 servings
Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets
Stovetop · 4 servings
Baked Garlic Butter Chicken Thigh Recipe
Stovetop · 5 servings
Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast
Stovetop · 4 servings
2 Ingredient Pesto Chicken
Stovetop · 4 servings
3 Ingredient Barbecue Soy Chicken Drumsticks
Stovetop · 4 servings
4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Chicken
Stovetop · 4 servings
(Skinny!) BBQ Baked Chicken Wings
Stovetop · 3 servings
Baked Bone In Chicken Breast
Stovetop · 3 servings
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Frequently asked questions
How much protein is in a chicken breast?
A 6 oz (170g) cooked chicken breast provides approximately 53g of protein at around 280 calories. Chicken breast averages 31g protein per 100g cooked — the highest protein-to-calorie ratio of any common whole-food protein source.
Is chicken breast or chicken thigh better for meal prep?
Chicken thighs are more forgiving to meal prep — the higher fat content keeps them moist after reheating, and they are harder to overcook. Breasts deliver more protein per calorie and are better for strict fat loss macros. Both work well; the choice depends on your calorie budget and texture preference.
How long does meal prepped chicken last in the fridge?
Cooked chicken lasts 3–4 days refrigerated. For a 5-day meal prep, freeze servings for days 4 and 5 and thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Reheating with a tablespoon of water or broth covered in the microwave prevents drying out.
How do you keep meal prepped chicken from drying out?
Store chicken with its cooking liquid or sauce rather than dry. When reheating, cover the container and add a splash of water or broth. Thighs hold up better than breasts over multiple days. Shredded or sliced chicken reheats more evenly than whole breasts.