When life gets busy, the freezer is your best friend. Keeping things like frozen vegetables, fish, shrimp, and other quick-cooking items can make life so much easier—especially when you haven’t had time to meal prep. If you have quick, healthy options in your freezer, you’re much more likely to eat a good meal when you’re busy and short on time! All you need for this recipe is rice, shrimp, a bag of frozen veggies, and a simple stir-fry sauce (store bought or you can whisk together one in seconds). It’s a perfect weeknight staple.

This high-protein, high-fiber chicken chili is everything a great meal prep should be: quick, hearty, nutritious, and incredibly budget-friendly — only $2.80 per serving! With 50g of protein, 10g of fiber, and a ton of flavor, this Instant Pot (or slow cooker) recipe makes eight satisfying portions that are perfect for busy weeks.

This Stuffed Pepper Soup delivers all the comforting flavors of classic stuffed peppers—just in an easier, one-pot form. It’s hearty, flavorful, and packed with protein and veggies to keep you feeling full and satisfied. Perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner, it’s proof that nourishing meals don’t have to be complicated.

This Zucchini Pesto Beef Bowl from Coach Brooke is proof that healthy meals don’t have to be complicated. With just a few ingredients and one skillet, you’ll have a high-protein, veggie-packed dish that’s loaded flavor and perfect for busy weeknights.

This is the marinade you’ll find yourself reaching for week after week. It’s simple, flavorful, and especially amazing on grilled chicken thighs—but honestly, it works with just about anything. Pair it with quick, savory fried rice (made with day-old rice or cauliflower rice for extra veggies) and you’ve got a go-to meal prep staple that never gets old. Whether you fire up the grill or toss it in the air fryer, this combo is easy, delicious, and guaranteed to hit the spot.

Got a leftover burger patty in the fridge? Turn it into something fresh and delicious with this Leftover Burger Salad. It’s the easiest way to repurpose leftovers while boosting your micronutrient intake and keeping meals simple. Pile your favorite burger toppings over a bed of greens, drizzle on some sauce, and you’ve got a quick, satisfying meal that hits the spot. No food waste, no fuss—just a solid, macro-friendly lunch or dinner.

These buffalo wings are the perfect party food. And we’ve also included a vegan option!

This recipe is so quick and easy! You can start your rice up ahead of time — I throw some jasmine rice in my rice cooker, set it and forget it. Cutting the chicken thin and cooking on higher heat makes the process fast, plus it doesn’t dry your chicken out. Not to mention the amazing sauce that packs so much flavor and deliciousness.