Meal Prep Marry Me Chicken – High-Protein Recipe for the Week
This creamy, high-protein Marry Me Chicken meal prep recipe makes your week easier and tastier. Packed with bold flavour, this dish is perfect for anyone focused on healthy eating, muscle gain, or weight loss. It’s easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, stores well for up to 4 days, and reheats beautifully—making it ideal for busy workweeks or fitness-focused meal plans. Whether meal prepping for yourself or feeding the family, this dish delivers on taste, nutrition, and convenience.
Ingredients
- 500g (1.1lb) Shell Pasta
- 1 Tbsp (20ml) - Sun Dried Tomato Oil
- 800g (1.7lb) - Chicken Breast, Boneless & Skinless, Diced
- 1 Tbsp (6g) - Dried Italian Herbs
- 2 Cups (400g) - High Protein Cottage Cheese
- ⅔ Cup (180ml) - Chicken Stock
- 1 tsp (4g) - Onion Powder
- 1 tsp (4g) - Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp (4g) - Smoked Paprika
- ½ Cup (50g) - Parmigiano Reggiano, Grated
- ½ Cup (100g) - Sun-Dried Tomatoes
- 200g (7oz) - Baby Spinach, Washed
- Salt & Pepper
- Parmigiano Reggiano
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to a boil, generously season with salt and cook the pasta for 3 minutes less than the packet instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Add the chicken into a bowl and mix with dried Italian herbs and salt and pepper.
- In a blender, add cottage cheese, chicken stock, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and salt and pepper. Blend on high speed for 2-3 minutes or until well combined, and the cheese is smooth and no longer grainy.
- Place a large-rimmed pan or pot over high heat. Add sun-dried tomato oil and seasoned chicken. Cook for 4-5 minutes, mixing occasionally. If your pan or pot is not large enough, you must do this in batches.
- Turn the pan down to medium-low. Add the drained pasta to the chicken and pour over the cottage cheese mix. Mix well to combine and cook for 1-2 minutes or until well combined. Add the spinach and cook for 1 minute or until wilted. Remove from the heat.
- Portion into 5x meal prep containers. Garnish with parmigiano reggiano, and cracked black pepper. Dig in.
Nutrition Guide
The above nutrition guide is based on daily averages and is calculated for a single portion.
Recipe Notes
Storage and Reheating Instructions
Refrigerator
Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Freezer
For longer storage, freeze for up to 2-3 months. When freezing, label freezer-safe containers with the date for easy tracking.
Reheating
Bringing your meals back to life is simple with these methods:
Microwave
Heat individual portions on high for 2–3 minutes, stirring halfway through. If the sauce thickens in the fridge, add a water or chicken stock splash before reheating.
Stovetop
Reheat in a non-stick pan over medium heat until warmed through. Stir occasionally and add some water, milk, or broth to maintain the creamy consistency.
From Frozen
For best results, thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
These steps will help maintain the dish’s flavour and texture throughout the week—it will be just as good as day one!
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