The easiest way to set yourself up for success is by being prepared. Whether you’re trying to lose weight, eat healthier, save money – anything – preparation is key.
This is especially important when you’re following a special diet, like paleo or keto, which is why meal prep is often the difference between success and failure.
The last thing anyone wants to do after a long day at work or school is make dinner, especially when ordering takeout is sooo much easier.
The great news is – you don’t have to do either one of those things anymore. With meal prep, you’ll have all your meals ready for the week ahead, so there’s not excuse to eat out!
Here are 35 delicious paleo meal prep ideas to save you time and help you reach your goals. Enjoy!
35 Paleo Meal Prep Recipes
1. California Turkey and Bacon Lettuce Wraps with Basil-Mayo
Image courtesy of Iowa Girl Eats.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 651
- Fat: 48g
- Protein: 35.9g
- Carbs: 21.6g
Get the recipe: California Turkey and Bacon Lettuce Wraps with Basil-Mayo
2. Greek Health Meal Prep
Image courtesy of 40 Aprons.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 442
- Fat: 19.3g
- Protein: 58.5g
- Carbs: 10.2g
Get the recipe: Greek Healthy Meal Prep
3. Grilled Garlic Lime Chicken Fajita Salad
Image courtesy of Paleo Gluten Free Eats.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 467
- Fat: 33g
- Protein: 19g
- Carbs: 30g
Get the recipe: Grilled Garlic Lime Chicken Fajita Salad
4. One-Pan Balsamic Chicken Veggie Bake
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Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 368
- Fat: 16g
- Protein: 36g
- Carbs: 16g
Get the recipe: One-Pan Balsamic Chicken Veggie Bake
5. Blackened Chicken and Avocado Salad
Image courtesy of North South Blonde.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 429
- Fat: 32.3g
- Protein: 24.1g
- Carbs: 14.2g
Get the recipe: Blackened Chicken and Avocado Salad
6. Southwest Chicken Detox Soup
Image courtesy of A Spicy Perspective.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 389
- Fat: 16g
- Protein: 31g
- Carbs: 31g
Get the recipe: Southwest Chicken Detox Soup
7. Instant Pot Mexican Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
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Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 510
- Fat: 25.1g
- Protein: 26.4g
- Carbs: 48.1g
Get the recipe: Instant Pot Mexican Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
8. Cauliflower Fried Rice
Image courtesy of Jay’s Baking Me Crazy.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 145
- Fat: 6.4g
- Protein: 5.7g
- Carbs: 17.9g
Get the recipe: Cauliflower Fried Rice
9. Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Soup
Image courtesy of Real Simple Good.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 237
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 26g
- Carbs: 10g
Get the recipe: Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Soup
10. Salisbury Steak Meatballs
Image courtesy of Paleo Running Mama.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 371
- Fat: 26g
- Protein: 24g
- Carbs: 8g
Get the recipe: Salisbury Steak Meatballs
11. Paleo Cashew Chicken
Image courtesy of My Natural Family.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 582
- Fat: 34.8g
- Protein: 36.5g
- Carbs: 34.8g
Get the recipe: Paleo Cashew Chicken
12. General Tso’s Chicken
Image courtesy of Ancestral Nutrition.
Nutritional Information (5 servings):
- Calories: 480
- Fat: 41.8g
- Protein: 13.8g
- Carbs: 13g
Get the recipe: General Tso’s Chicken
13. Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry
Image courtesy of Eat Drink Paleo.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 361
- Fat: 13.9g
- Protein: 41.5g
- Carbs: 15.6g
Get the recipe: Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry
14. Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla-Less Soup
Image courtesy of 40 Aprons.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 493
- Fat: 28g
- Protein: 47.5g
- Carbs: 18.8g
Get the recipe: Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla-Less Soup
15. Asian Chicken Chopped Salad
Image courtesy of Tasty Thin.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 139
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 5g
- Carbs: 12g
Get the recipe: Asian Chicken Chopped Salad
16. Coconut Curry Chicken Meatballs
Image courtesy of The Bewitchin’ Kitchen.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 22.9g
- Protein: 15.7g
- Carbs: 6.2g
Get the recipe: Coconut Curry Chicken Meatballs
17. Slow Cooker Broccoli Beef
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Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 487
- Fat: 18.2g
- Protein: 53.4g
- Carbs: 26.1g
Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Broccoli Beef
18. Sweet and Sour Chicken
Image courtesy of A Saucy Kitchen.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 429
- Fat: 11g
- Protein: 26g
- Carbs: 55g
Get the recipe: Sweet and Sour Chicken
19. Chicken Cobb Salad with Buffalo Ranch
Image courtesy of Paleo Running Momma.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 402
- Fat: 31.1g
- Protein: 21.8g
- Carbs: 11.7g
Get the recipe: Chicken Cobb Salad with Buffalo Ranch
20. Italian Meatballs with Marinara Sauce
Image courtesy of Noshtastic.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 359
- Fat: 19.1g
- Protein: 42.1g
- Carbs: 3.5g
Get the recipe: Italian Meatballs with Marinara Sauce
21. Shepherd’s Pie
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Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 409
- Fat: 22g
- Protein: 20g
- Carbs: 32g
Get the recipe: Shepherd’s Pie
22. Pork Egg Roll in a Bowl
Image courtesy of Peace Love and Low Carb.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 297
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 20g
- Carbs: 7g
Get the recipe: Pork Egg Roll in a Bowl
23. Thai Turkey Lettuce Wraps
Image courtesy of Sweet Peas and Saffron.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 264
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 20g
- Carbs: 13g
Get the recipe: Thai Turkey Lettuce Wraps
24. Teriyaki Shrimp Zoodles
Image courtesy of Life Made Sweeter.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 191
- Fat: 9g
- Protein: 7g
- Carbs: 11g
Get the recipe: Teriyaki Shrimp Zoodles
25. Chicken Caesar Spaghetti Squash Bake
Image courtesy of Little Bits of Real Food + Real Talk.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 637
- Fat: 38.4g
- Protein: 46.9g
- Carbs: 24g
Get the recipe: Chicken Caesar Spaghetti Squash Bake
26. Spicy Chicken Sweet Potato Paleo Meal Prep Bowls
Image courtesy of Pinch of Yum.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 222
- Fat: 4.9g
- Protein: 28g
- Carbs: 15.3g
Get the recipe: Spicy Chicken Sweet Potato Paleo Meal Prep Bowls
27. Paleo Chicken Fajita Bowl
Image courtesy of Jay’s Baking Me Crazy.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 368
- Fat: 12.8g
- Protein: 51.1g
- Carbs: 11.5g
Get the recipe: Paleo Chicken Fajita Bowl
28. Honey Mustard Chicken with Brussels Sprouts
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Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 435
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 60g
- Carbs: 34g
Get the recipe: Honey Mustard Chicken with Brussels Sprouts
29. Ground Turkey Skillet with Green Beans
Image courtesy of Primavera Kitchen.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 219
- Fat: 9g
- Protein: 25g
- Carbs: 11g
Get the recipe: Ground Turkey Skillet with Green Beans
30. Turkey Breakfast Skillet
Image courtesy of Whole Kitchen Sink.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 336
- Fat: 13.6g
- Protein: 33.7g
- Carbs: 24.7g
Get the recipe: Turkey Breakfast Skillet
31. One Pan Greek Chicken Paleo Meal Prep
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Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 446
- Fat: 23.2g
- Protein: 45.5g
- Carbs: 14.1g
Get the recipe: One Pan Greek Chicken Paleo Meal Prep
32. Creamy Cauliflower Vegetable Soup
Image courtesy of Paleo Gluten Free Eats.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 248
- Fat: 21g
- Protein: 5g
- Carbs: 15g
Get the recipe: Creamy Cauliflower Vegetable Soup
33. Instant Pot Chili
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Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 222
- Fat: 12.7g
- Protein: 16.8g
- Carbs: 11.5g
Get the recipe: Instant Pot Chili
34. Thai Chicken Cauliflower Rice
Image courtesy of Paleo Gluten Free Eats.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 232
- Fat: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Carbs: 31g
Get the recipe: Thai Chicken Cauliflower Rice
35. Taco Chicken Salad
Image courtesy of Whole Kitchen Sink.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 237
- Fat: 9.8g
- Protein: 28g
- Carbs: 9g
Get the recipe: Taco Chicken Salad
36. Paleo Meal Prep Chicken Burrito Bowls
Image courtesy of Eat The Gains.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 448
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 43g
- Carbs: 30g
Get the recipe: Paleo Meal Prep Chicken Burrito Bowls
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