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High Protein Honey Garlic Chicken Meal Prep Bowls - Easy, Flavorful, and Filling

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 550
A delicious and nutritious meal prep featuring tender chicken, vibrant veggies, and a sweet-savory honey garlic sauce, perfect for busy weekdays.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs for extra juiciness)
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari/coconut aminos)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil (optional but flavorful)
  • 1–2 teaspoons sriracha or red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry))
  • 2 tablespoons water (for slurry)

Grain base

  • 3 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa

Veggies

  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 cup shredded carrots

Toppings

  • 2 green onions sliced
  • sesame seeds
  • lime wedges (optional)

Cooking oil

  • 1–2 tablespoons olive or avocado oil
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions 

  • Cook grains: Prepare brown rice or quinoa as per package instructions. Fluff and set aside.
  • Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces, season lightly with salt and pepper.
  • Steam or roast veggies until crisp-tender, keeping peppers and carrots crisp.
  • Whisk honey, soy sauce, garlic, vinegar, sesame oil, and sriracha. Set aside cornstarch slurry.
  • Cook chicken in oil until browned and cooked through, then add sauce and slurry. Simmer until glossy.
  • Assemble bowls: Divide grains, top with chicken, veggies, green onions, sesame seeds, and lime wedges if desired.

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or spice levels.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Keyword: chicken, Healthy, meal prep