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114 August 28, 2016 Main Dishes

20 Healthy Meal Prep Dinner Ideas

Since becoming a family of three, I have found how valuable it is to meal prep for the week. It determines whether we have a delicious, home-cooked meal or a call for take out! So I have gathered 20 healthy meal prep dinner ideas for you! All these meal prep dinner ideas are made for busy families on the run. Whether you enjoy meal prepping on Sunday, or enjoying leftovers from last night’s dinner, all these healthy meal prep ideas for dinner fit the bill. There are one plate meals such as Honey Soy Glazed Hawaiian Bowls. And slow cooker meats, such as BBQ Pulled Chicken that only need to be paired with fluffy brown rice or quinoa and a roasted veggie, such as broccoli! Bon Appetit!

20 healthy meal prep dinners! All these meals are made for busy families on the run! Whether you enjoy meal prepping on Sunday, or enjoying leftovers from last night's dinner, all these meals fit the bill.

Healthy Meal Prep Dinner Ideas

Honey Teriyaki Chicken | With Salt and Wit

These delicious Skinny Honey Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowls are a super quick dinner! Tender chicken is sauteed until juicy and simmered in a homemade, healthy teriyaki sauce. Served with fresh veggies and rice, you will forget all about takeout!

Slow Cooker Honey Chipotle Chicken Tacos | With Salt and Wit

Slow Cooker Honey Chipotle Chicken Tacos are slightly sweet and slightly spicy! The slow cooked chicken is fall apart tender, juicy and full of chipotle and honey! Delicious in tacos or over lettuce for a lighter option!

Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pork Burrito Bowls | With Salt and Wit

Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pork Burrito Bowls are a dinner saver as they cook all day in a homemade enchilada sauce then topped with sautéed peppers and juicy, seared pineapple!

Orange Ginger Kale Salad with Chicken Veggie Kabobs | Chelsea’s Messy Apron

Orange Ginger Kale Salad with Chicken Veggie Kabobs | Chelsea's Messy Apron

Garden Vegetable Lasagna | Tastes Lovely

Garden Vegetable Lasagna | Tastes Lovely

Healthy Homemade Frozen Chicken Strips | Sweet Peas and Saffron

Healthy Homemade Frozen Chicken Strips | Sweet Peas and Saffron

Chicken Fajita Lunch Bowls | Sweet Peas and Saffron

Chicken Fajita Lunch Bowls | Sweet Peas and Saffron

Zucchini Pizza Lasagna | Food Faith Fitness

Zucchini Pizza Lasagna | Food Faith Fitness

Black Bean Walnut Burgers | Vanilla and Bean

Black Bean Walnut Burgers | Vanilla and Bean

Easy Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Chicken | Flavor the Moments

Easy Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Chicken | Flavor the Moments

Chicken Taco Mason Jar Salads | The Seasoned Mom

Chicken Taco Mason Jar Salads | The Seasoned Mom

30 Minute Simple Mexican Chicken | Chelsea’s Messy Apron

30 Minute Simple Mexican Chicken | Chelsea's Messy Apron

Twice Baked Buffalo Chicken Sweet Potatoes | The Creative Bite

Twice Baked Buffalo Chicken Sweet Potatoes | The Creative Bite

Quick Mini Meatloaves | Diethood

Quick Mini Meatloaves | Diethood

Crock Pot Sweet Potato Chipotle Chili | Cotter’s Crunch

Crock Pot Sweet Potato Chipotle Chili | Cotter's Crunch

Simple Garlicky Green Crock-Pot Chicken and Lentils | Cotter’s Crunch

Simple Garlicky Green Crock-Pot Chicken and Lentils | Cotter's Crunch

Vegan Kale and Sweet Potato Noodle Salad with Crispy Spiced Chickpeas | Inspiralized

Vegan Kale and Sweet Potato Noodle Salad with Crispy Spiced Chickpeas | Inspiralized

Chicken Chilaquiles | Healthy Seasonal Recipes

Chicken Chilaquiles | Healthy Seasonal Recipes

Turkey Chili with Pintos | Healthy Seasonal Recipes

Turkey Chili with Pintos | Healthy Seasonal Recipes

Spicy Chicken and Sweet Potato Meal Prep Magic | Pinch of Yum

Spicy Chicken and Sweet Potato Meal Prep Magic | Pinch of Yum

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  1. Blair says

    August 28, 2016 at 4:43 am

    This list is great! Healthy meal prep is such a lifesaver for busy days. Thanks for including my mason jar salads! Sharing. :)
    Reply
    • Meg says

      August 30, 2016 at 8:35 am

      I couldn't agree more! And you are welcome...I can't wait to make them. My husband will be in love!
      Reply
  2. Kelsey says

    August 28, 2016 at 5:42 pm

    These all look amazing! I can't wait to try them out!
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    • Meg says

      August 29, 2016 at 2:54 pm

      Thanks so much Kelsey! I hope you all enjoy the meals and some free time that the meals may provide ;)
      Reply
  3. Lori @ RecipeGirl says

    August 29, 2016 at 11:49 am

    You have a great collection of healthy ideas here!
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    • Meg says

      August 30, 2016 at 8:27 am

      Thanks Lori!
      Reply
  4. Cookin Canuck says

    August 29, 2016 at 8:17 pm

    You're so right about meal prepping. If I don't have something in the works by 5pm, I start considering going out. There are so many fantastic ideas in this post!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      August 30, 2016 at 8:28 am

      I am the same way! I am so ambitious start of the day and by the end, I think take out sounds better and better!
      Reply
  5. katerina @ diethood.com says

    August 30, 2016 at 5:01 am

    WOW!! All of these recipes are fantastic!! I can't wait to give them a try!!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      August 30, 2016 at 8:26 am

      Thanks so much Katerina! And thanks for your quick mini meatloaves! I can't wait to whip up a batch!
      Reply
  6. Joanie @ ZagLeft says

    August 30, 2016 at 8:35 am

    One beautiful recipe after another - such a great list!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      August 30, 2016 at 9:08 am

      Why thank you Joanie! Much appreciated :)
      Reply
  7. Justine | Cooking and Beer says

    August 30, 2016 at 12:24 pm

    What a creative round up, Meg! Saving all of these!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      August 30, 2016 at 1:35 pm

      Thanks so much Justine! Hope you enjoy ;)
      Reply
  8. Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says

    August 30, 2016 at 10:37 pm

    That is my kind of dinner collection! Everything looks so good!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      August 31, 2016 at 7:24 am

      I am with ya! Thanks Anna!
      Reply

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