Healthy Chicken Meal Prep Bowls – Zero Freestyle Points {Low Carb, Keto, Gluten-Free}
These Healthy Chicken Meal Prep Bowls are super versatile, super tasty and super easy to make. And with each bowl containing 0 (yeap, zero!) Weight Watchers Freestyle SmartPoints, they are perfect for helping to stay on track with healthy eating.
Suitable for gluten-free, low carb, and keto diets.
If you are anything like me, welcoming in a new year means it is time to take stock of my pantry, grocery budget, and perhaps most important, my diet.
I am a huuuuuuge fan of meal prep and make-ahead solutions. But during the holiday season, my healthy meal prep habits are replaced by indulgent treats and lavish celebratory meals.
Which is exactly why I am so ready to get back on track with my healthy eating. And in my house that means having meals that taste good and are good for you prepared in advance and ready to go just when I need them most.
Related : Best Glass Meal Prep Containers.
Folks, I am soooooo excited to share these Healthy Chicken Meal Prep Bowls with you. They are just about the quickest meal prep solution ever, since they contain easy and simple foods. Plus, for those who follow the Weight Watchers Program, these satisfying chicken meal prep bowls contain ZERO WW SmartPoints. Amazing, right?
Why Meal Prep?
Taking the time to meal prep at the beginning of the week is such a great way to stay on track with your healthy eating goals. Plus it saves a ton of time when it really counts on those busy weekdays. And if you find yourself really short on time, try tackling your meal prep tasks in stages.
Simply can slice up the veggies ahead of time, keep in airtight containers or Ziploc bags and pop them in the fridge. And follow this recipe for the best for Instant Pot Chicken Breast, which is super easy to cook up in advance. It will keep nicely for 7 days stored in the fridge, or you can even freeze it for up to 3 months. Then when you are ready to assemble your bowls, most of the work is already done. #mealprepsuccess
These Healthy Chicken Meal Prep Bowls are super versatile and work equally well for serving as a weeknight supper or as a grab-and-go lunch. Peeps, it really can be just this easy to keep yourself and your family fueled with healthy and wholesome meals all throughout the week.
Healthy Chicken Meal Prep Bowls Materials
KITCHEN TOOLS, UTENSILS & APPLIANCES NEEDED
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Here are some of the items you will need to make this recipe.
- 8 qt Instant Pot.
- I use and love the 8 qt, extra Instant Pot Insert & sealing ring.
- 3 qt Instant Pot or 6 qt Instant Pot depending on family size.
- Cutting board.
- Trivet.
- Tongs.
- Measuring jugs or cups.
- Measuring teaspoons.
- Sea Salt Flakes <= amazing salt that makes your food taste good.
- Bowls with covers.
- For storing your leftover food.
- Meat thermometer.
- Use please this to check the internal temperature of the chicken.
- **Check out my list of the best Instant Pot Accessories you can get**.
Sooooooo, are you ready to learn how to make these Zero Points Healthy Chicken Meal Prep Bowls? Gather up your ingredients and I will show you….
How To Make Healthy Chicken Meal Prep Bowls
- Prepare chicken by following the instructions in this recipe for Instant Pot Chicken Breast.
- Allow chicken to cool completely and then slice.
- Wash and prep the other ingredients (i.e. grab a knife and cutting board and slice the cucumber and peppers, peel hard boiled eggs).
- Add all ingredients (spinach leaves, tomatoes, radishes, peppers, chicken and egg) to your meal prep containers.
- Make the yoghurt dip by mixing together the Greek yoghurt, lemon juice and herbs in a bowl. Divide into individual sauce cups and then pack inside the meal prep containers.
Tips for Making Chicken Meal Prep Bowls
- Make these bowls using leftover chicken or turkey breast that you might have available.
- To make your meal prep even easier, use pre-washed salad greens and packages of pre-chopped veggies.
- You can use all sorts of different veggies and fruits to create these chicken meal prep bowls. See the section below for ideas on how to switch it up whilst still keeping them zero points.
- You can change the flavour of the yoghurt dip by using half a teaspoon or so of different spices like smoked paprika, garlic powder, or cumin. And if you like a little heat, add in some chilli.
Meal Prep Storage Solutions
There are many different storage options available, but these are the ones I come back to again and again and work best for all my meal prep needs.
- Glass Meal Prep Containers with 1 and 2 Compartments – Having 2 compartments is perfect for those build-it-yourself lunchbox ideas, or when you prefer to keep flavourful items separate. And single compartment containers are just the thing for making up meal prep bowls. These glass meal prep containers are freezable, microwavable, and dishwasher safe.
- Reusable sauce cups with lids – to keep your food from getting soggy, it is important to store salad dressings and salsa, etc. separate from the other food until mealtime. The 1-ounce size will right inside the larger glass containers.
- Reusable Utensils– there are lots of cute, packable reusable utensil sets to choose from. Some even come tucked inside a cloth napkin.
- Reusable Water Bottle – stay hydrated and healthy with these fun portable water bottles.
- Insulated Lunch Bag – pack up your glass container, utensils and water bottle in this insulated and easy to carry bag and head out the door!
Other Ingredients to Use in These Zero Points Meal Prep Bowls
There are now over 200 zero points foods included in the Weight Watchers Freestyle Program, making it easier than ever to dream up so many great meal prep bowl combinations.
Here are just a few of the other items you can add to your meal prep bowls whilst still keeping them at zero points:
- Asparagus
- Apple Slices
- Beans
- Berries
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower Rice
- Grapes
- Carrot Sticks
- Corn Kernels
- Mushrooms
- Peas (including chickpeas)
- Tofu (great for making vegan meal prep bowls!)
Related : Best Meal Prep Glass Containers.
Even More Chicken Meal Prep Bowls Variations
Not concerned about keeping these meal prep bowls zero points? No problem! For those not following Weight Watchers program or a low carb diet, try including some of these delicious ingredients in your meal prep bowls:
- Avocado
- Cheese
- Olives
- Instant Pot Quinoa
- Instant Pot Mexican Rice
- Spicy Roasted Potatoes
- Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
- Spicy Roasted Cashews
You can also mix and match the items above to create some fantastic flavour combinations. Here are just a few examples to get you started:
Chicken Fiesta Bowls = Chicken + Mexican Rice + Avocado + Salsa
Mediterranean Bowls = Chicken + Quinoa + Feta Cheese + Olives
Ploughmans Lunch = Chicken + Cheddar Cheese + Bread + Pickle
Weight Watchers Points in Healthy Chicken Meal Prep Bowls
One Healthy Chicken Meal Prep Bowls contains 0 Freestyle Points.
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Healthy Chicken Meal Prep Bowls (Zero WW Freestyle Points)
Ingredients
Chicken Bowls:
- 2 lbs (907g) boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup radishes
- 2 cups cucumber sliced
- 2 cups salad greens
- 1 cup bell pepper sliced
- 4 hard-boiled eggs shell removed
Yoghurt Dip:
- 5 oz (150g) of plain Greek yoghurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp dill chopped
- 2 tbsp parsley chopped
Instructions
Instructions
- Prepare your chicken by following the instructions in this recipe for Instant Pot Chicken Breast. Or use leftover chicken or turkey breast if available.
- Allow chicken to cool completely and then slice.
- Wash and prep the other ingredients (i.e. slice the cucumber and peppers, peel hard boiled eggs).
- Add all ingredients (spinach leaves, tomatoes, radishes, peppers, chicken, egg to your meal prep containers.
- Make the yoghurt dip by mixing together yoghurt, lemon juice and herbs in a small bowl. Divide into individual sauce cups.
Notes
- Make these bowls using leftover chicken or turkey breast that you might have available.
- To make your meal prep even easier, use pre-washed salad greens and packages of pre-chopped veggies.
- You can use all sorts of different veggies and fruits to create these chicken meal prep bowls. See the section below for ideas on how to switch it up whilst still keeping them zero points.
- You can change the flavour of the yoghurt dip by using different spices like smoked paprika, garlic powder, or cumin. And if you like a little heat, add in some chilli.
