If you’re looking for a delicious and convenient meal prep option, this Chicken Bacon Ranch Meal Prep is the perfect choice. Packed with flavorful chicken, crispy bacon, nutritious broccoli, and seasoned quinoa, this meal will keep you satisfied throughout the week. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can prepare this tasty meal prep in no time.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 8 pieces bacon
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 1 large head broccoli
- Ranch dressing of your choice (I used Trader Joe’s buttermilk ranch)
Chicken Seasoning:
- Smoked paprika
- Cayenne powder
- Onion powder
- Garlic powder
- Pepper
- Salt
- Basil
- Oregano
- Dried thyme
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the Bacon and Broccoli:
- Cut the bacon into small pieces and lay them on one side of a sheet pan. On the other side, place the broccoli florets. You can divide them with a sheet of foil to prevent mixing flavors.
- Drizzle the broccoli with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Bake the Bacon and Broccoli:
- Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes, flipping the bacon halfway through. This will ensure both the bacon and broccoli are cooked to perfection.
- Cook the Quinoa:
- While the bacon and broccoli are baking, rinse the quinoa under cold water.
- In a small pot, combine the rinsed quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 8 minutes, or until the water is absorbed.
- Prepare and Cook the Chicken:
- Cut the chicken breasts into small pieces.
- In a bowl, combine the chicken seasoning ingredients listed above.
- Heat some olive oil in a saucepan and add the seasoned chicken. Sauté until the chicken is cooked through.
- Assemble the Meal Prep Containers:
- Divide the cooked chicken, crumbled bacon (2 pieces per container), and 1/2 cup of cooked quinoa into four separate meal prep containers.
- Drizzle ranch dressing over the chicken, bacon, and quinoa in each container. Alternatively, you can add a small dressing container with ranch dressing to add on the day of consumption.
- Enjoy throughout the Week:
- Seal the meal prep containers and refrigerate.
- Enjoy these delicious Chicken Bacon Ranch meals throughout the week by simply reheating them when ready to eat.
This Chicken Bacon Ranch Meal Prep offers a winning combination of flavors and nutrients that will make your meal prep a breeze. With the savory chicken, crispy bacon, roasted broccoli, and seasoned quinoa, this meal is both satisfying and delicious. By following these easy steps, you can enjoy a convenient and tasty meal prep option that will keep you fueled and satisfied throughout the week.
Chicken Bacon Ranch Meal Prep
Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 8 pieces bacon
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 1 large head broccoli
- Ranch dressing of your choice I used Trader Joe's buttermilk ranch
Chicken Seasoning (Measure with your heart)
- Smoked paprika
- Cayenne powder
- Onion powder
- Garlic powder
- Pepper
- Salt
- Basil
- Oregano
- Dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the bacon into small pieces and lay them on one side of a sheet pan. On the other side, place the broccoli florets. Drizzle the broccoli with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Bake the bacon and broccoli in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, flipping the bacon halfway through.
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
- In a small pot, combine the rinsed quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 8 minutes, or until the water is absorbed.
- Cut the chicken breasts into small pieces.
- In a bowl, combine the chicken seasoning ingredients listed above.
- Heat some olive oil in a saucepan and add the seasoned chicken. Sauté until the chicken is cooked through.
- Divide the cooked chicken, crumbled bacon (2 pieces per container), and 1/2 cup of cooked quinoa into four separate meal prep containers.
- Drizzle ranch dressing over the chicken, bacon, and quinoa in each container. Alternatively, you can add a small dressing container with ranch dressing to add on the day of consumption.
- Seal the meal prep containers and refrigerate.
- Reheat and enjoy the Chicken Bacon Ranch Meal Prep throughout the week.