Chicken & Hummus Meal Prep

5 from 63 votes

Simple and easy to make, this grilled chicken and hummus meal prep recipe is perfect for a healthy make ahead lunch to take to school or work

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This filling grilled chicken and hummus meal prep recipe is the perfect healthy packed lunch. Loaded with protein, fresh veggies, naan bread and hummus, this make ahead dairy-free meal will keep you feeling full and satisfied.

Grilled chicken and hummus meal prep containers

Ingredients & substitutions

  • Chicken: Use boneless skinless chicken breasts for this recipe. The chicken is marinated before being grilled, sliced and added to the meal prep containers
  • Chicken marinade: Oil, mustard, salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano.
  • Red pepper hummus: Using a red pepper hummus adds a nice color and flavor to this meal prep. You can also use a plain hummus if you prefer, or try this avocado hummus dip.
  • Mini naan bread: Try including some carbs in meal prep to give you some energy for the afternoon. Mini pita bread would also work great.
  • Vegetables: These lunchboxes are finished with some sliced cucumber and cherry tomatoes. You can add any other fresh veggies or fruit.
Ingredients to make the recipe

How to meal prep chicken

  • Marinade the chicken breasts.
  • Place the chicken breasts into a hot grill pan.
  • Cook on both sides until golden brown.
  • Slice into strips to add to your meal prep containers.
4 image collage to show how to marinade, cook and slice chicken for the meal prep

Tips for meal prepping chicken

  1. Be careful not to overcook the chicken. If you’re planning to reheat the chicken, it can become very dry if it’s already slightly overcooked. This meal prep is great at room temperature though or even cold. The chicken does not need to be heated before eating.
  2. Don’t marinade the chicken for more than 2 hours. Over marinated chicken can become dry. If you are in a hurry, 30 minutes will be enough time to add flavor.
  3. Allow the chicken to rest before cutting it up. Remove the chicken from the grill pan and place it onto a chopping board and loosely cover it with foil. Let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
  4. Keep the meal prep boxes refrigerated. Cooked chicken can be kept at room temperature for up to 2 hours, so it’s great to take to work or school, but once there, pop it in the fridge until lunch time.
Grilled chicken and hummus meal prep containers with vegetables and naan bread

Frequently asked questions

How far ahead can you make it?

Once you have grilled your chicken and cut it up, let it cool completely before storing in the fridge in an air tight container. It will keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days, so you can easily cook it up at the start of the week and pop it into the boxes for easy lunches.

Is this a full meal?

Yes! This is a great filling and well balanced meal. High in protein, with good amounts of carbs and fiber to keep you full and energized, as well as fresh veggies, this is one healthy option.

What else can you add to it?

This chicken and hummus meal prep recipe is great as it is, but you can easily adapt it. You can add in any other fresh veggies or fruits you like, or try swapping the hummus for a creamy feta dip or ranch dip.

Meal prepped grilled chicken with hummus and veggies

This grilled chicken and hummus meal prep recipe is a great healthy lunch option to keep you on track with your wellness goals. Simple to make ahead of time, these lunchboxes will keep you feeling full and satisfied and ready to face the rest of the day.

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Chicken & Hummus Meal Prep

Simple and easy to make, this grilled chicken and hummus meal prep recipe is perfect for a healthy make ahead lunch to take to school or work
5 from 63 votes
Servings 4 servings
Course Lunch
Calories 369
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breast
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • ½ cup red pepper hummus
  • 12 slices mini naan breads
  • 1 English cucumber sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes

Instructions

  • Prepare the marinade by whisking the olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, garlic powder and oregano in a large bowl.
  • Add the chicken into the bowl and toss to combine and evenly coat the chicken with the marinade. Refrigerate for 2 hours.
  • Preheat grill or grill pan to medium heat. Place chicken on the grill for 5-7 minutes. Flip over and cook until golden brown and the juices run dry, approximately 5-7 more minutes.
  • Remove chicken from the grill and allow to rest for 5 minutes. Slice and divide in the meal prep containers
  • Divide the hummus, naan, cucumbers and tomatoes between the meal prep containers.

Notes

Storage: The cooked grilled chicken will keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 369kcal, Carbohydrates: 17g, Protein: 29g, Fat: 21g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 12g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 74mg, Sodium: 693mg, Potassium: 696mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin A: 312IU, Vitamin C: 12mg, Calcium: 51mg, Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used.

Cuisine American
Course: Lunch

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  1. Chicken came out perfect. Never thought about mustard on my grilled chicken marinade. I got some regular hummus and pita chips with my veggies, love arugula with grilled chicken.