1. Meal Prep Meatballs
These are by far one of the most versatile recipes for meal prep thanks to the fact that you can make them with any ground meat and change up their flavor by using different types of dressing in the meat mixture. Try them on a salad, with a side of roasted veggies or a baked sweet potato, or tossed into a pot of your favorite marinara sauce. They’re also freezer-friendly so it never hurts to make a double batch so you always have an easy thaw-heat-eat protein option on hand.
2. Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls
These Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls have become a staple in our weekly meal prep sessions. The popular duo of peanut butter and chocolate come together with whole grain oats, flax, and chia seeds to make the best meal prep recipes. They’re the perfect sweet treat and easy to make using pantry staples. Try them right out of the freezer for an extra special treat.
3. One-Pan Roasted Chicken And Vegetables
It hardly gets any easier than this One-Pan Roasted Chicken and Vegetables! It’s the ultimate prep-ahead meal for those times when you prefer a hot, fresh meal with next to no fuss. It’s also great for lunches when packed into our favorite glass meal prep containers for pre-portioned, grab-and-go convenience.
4. Sweet Potato Turkey Sausage Egg Bake
Start the day off right with a protein-packed meal that’s guaranteed to get you out the door fast and keep you satisfied for hours. One of the best things about an egg bake such as this one is you can easily switch up the veggies and meat to make use of what you have on hand in the fridge and freezer. For a hearty meal that’s ready in minutes, we recommend serving this egg bake with fresh fruit and/or sliced avocado.
5. Waldorf Chicken Salad
Chicken salads are perfect for meal preps and come together quickly when you use leftover chicken, a rotisserie chicken, or our Instant Pot Whole Chicken recipe. Serve it as an accompaniment to a salad or scooped up with cucumbers or bell pepper slices to make this meal Whole30-friendly. For a heartier meal, you can enjoy it with your favorite crackers, as a sandwich, or in a wrap.
6. Instant Pot Turkey Mushroom Bolognese
A satisfying Instant Pot Turkey Mushroom Bolognese makes a great dinner for the family and is the epitome of meal preps. Like most tomato-based meat sauces, this one is even better the next day or two after the flavours have had time to mingle aka perfect for your meal prep. Serve it over spaghetti squash or zucchini noodles for a hearty Whole30-friendly meal or with your favorite pasta and a sprinkle of cheese for an unforgettable meal the whole family will love.
7. Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili
A freezer-friendly meal that is great for meal prep is our White Chicken Chili. While it was originally written for the slow cooker, we’ve adapted it for the Instant Pot for near-instant gratification. Try adding a can of drained and rinsed white beans for a boost in fiber and protein! It’s optional, but we love to add cilantro, lime, and sliced avocado for the full ‘experience’.
8. Skillet Sweet And Sour Chicken
When the urge for takeout hits, try this Skillet Sweet and Sour Chicken instead. Prepping all of the ingredients up to the point of cooking makes it easy to put a meal on the table that your whole family will love – in under 30 minutes. Try it served with rice or cauliflower rice for a side of steamed green beans for a meal that everyone can agree on.
9. Buffalo Chicken-Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
THIS. This is the meal that brings so many fans to our site! Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Spaghetti Squash is packed with veggies and flavour. It’s a great way to use up leftover or rotisserie chicken while getting all the flavor of Buffalo wings without the mess (or the fuss).
10. Instant Pot Veggie-Loaded Turkey Chili
This is another freezer-friendly and Instant Pot go-to for an easy meal prep session. Instant Pot Veggie-Loaded Turkey Chili is packed with protein, fiber, and veggies. It’s hearty and filling and can be topped with a number of tasty toppings to fit your preferences.
