Glazed Chicken Meal Prep

Introduction

Glazed Chicken Meal Prep is your answer to flavorful, tender, and irresistibly glossy chicken dishes you can rely on for a week of satisfying lunches or dinners. With its balance of tangy sweetness and savory depth, this recipe offers quick preparation and delicious results—the perfect solution for anyone seeking variety and taste in their meal prep routine.

Deliciously Unique Glazed Chicken Meal Prep

What makes this glazed chicken stand out is its enticing harmony of flavors: the rich umami of soy sauce, the punch of fresh garlic, a sweet kiss of honey, and a subtle zing from ginger. The result is moist, perfectly cooked chicken with a caramelized glaze that clings lovingly to each bite. It’s crowd friendly, scales easily for larger batches, and is universally pleasing served with rice, quinoa, or crisp veggies.

Creating the Ultimate Glaze

The glaze is the heart of this meal prep recipe. Mix soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and a splash of rice vinegar—simple pantry staples that come together for complex flavor. Simmer on the stovetop until thickened, then generously brush over your chicken during baking or sautéing. Let the chicken rest briefly after glazing so it absorbs all the sticky, flavorful goodness.

Assembling Your Glazed Chicken Meal Prep

Start with boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs for their ease and adaptability. Coat the chicken in the prepared glaze and either bake in the oven or cook in a large skillet until cooked through and beautifully browned. Pair each portion with your choice of sides—think steamed broccoli, brown rice, or roasted sweet potatoes—and divide everything into meal prep containers for ready-to-grab meals throughout your week.

Serving Suggestions for a Show-Stopping Meal Prep

Glazed chicken pairs brilliantly with a side of fluffy jasmine rice, roasted green beans, or a rainbow of mixed veggies. For added texture and nutrients, sprinkle with sliced scallions or sesame seeds. Elevate the meal with a squeeze of fresh lime or a side of spicy sriracha for those who like an extra kick.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe yields 4 generous meal prep servings, each containing about 350–400 calories (depending on chicken cut and side choices). Enjoy a balanced meal with lean protein and customizable carbs and veggies.

Glazed Chicken Meal Prep (Recap)

This dish delivers irresistibly glazed, savory-sweet chicken that holds up beautifully in the fridge and stays juicy all week long. It’s perfect for meal-preppers looking for make-ahead lunches or dinners that never get boring.

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Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Pat chicken dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
3. In a small saucepan, whisk together all glaze ingredients except cornstarch. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat; if you prefer a thicker glaze, stir in the cornstarch slurry and simmer for 2–3 more minutes until thickened. Set aside.
4. Heat olive oil in a skillet or line a baking dish with parchment paper. Sear chicken for 2–3 minutes per side (or skip this step and go straight to baking if you prefer).
5. Brush the glaze generously over the chicken, making sure each piece is well coated.
6. If baking: Place chicken in the prepared dish, brush with half the glaze, and bake for 18–22 minutes, brushing with remaining glaze halfway through. If using a skillet: Cover and cook on medium-low, basting occasionally with the glaze, until chicken is cooked through.
7. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice as desired.
8. Evenly divide chicken and your chosen sides into four meal prep containers. Garnish with scallions or sesame seeds before serving or chilling.

Weekly Meal Planning

This Glazed Chicken Meal Prep recipe is tailor-made for your weekly meal routine. Save and schedule this recipe to effortlessly plan which days you’ll enjoy it and generate smart shopping lists that combine all ingredients from your weekly menu.

Planning Benefits:

• Automatically totals each ingredient needed across all planned meals
• Organizes shopping lists by grocery department for quicker trips
• Prevents duplicate purchases and missed groceries
• Makes batch cooking and storage a breeze

Pro tip: When you batch-plan your meals, schedule all your recipes so overlapping ingredients (like fresh ginger or rice) are calculated for you, saving time, effort, and money.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes