MEAL PREP WITH ME | HIGH PROTEIN, FAMILY FRIENDLY MEALS FOR THE WEEK
Welcome back 🤍 Today I’m sharing a meal prep with me where I put together several meals to help feed our family throughout the week. Meal prepping when I can truly saves me — because when dinner plans fall apart or life gets busy (which it always does), I have something to fall back on.
The work I put in now is always thanked by my future self… and let me tell you, this week’s recipes are BANGING 🔥
Healthy, family friendly, high in protein, easy to make, and absolutely flavor packed. Minimal ingredients, maximum results — every single time.
I made 5 dinner recipes (that can also double as lunches) plus 1 dessert, so 6 recipes total. This is exactly the kind of reset I committed to at the start of 2026 — being more intentional about cooking at home and not waiting until 5pm to figure out what’s for dinner. And listen… that still happens sometimes 😅 but it happens a LOT less when I meal prep like this.
I plan for this to become a series, so if you enjoy realistic meal prep for a busy family, definitely stick around!
🍽️ WHAT I MADE THIS WEEK:
1️⃣ Teriyaki Chicken Marinade
One of my all-time favorites that I make again and again. A true classic — and cooking it on the grill takes the flavor to another level. https://macrofriendlyfood.com/ref/194/
2️⃣ Philly Cheesesteak Sliders
SO easy, minimal ingredients, but incredibly flavor packed. A great one to keep in your back pocket for busy nights or get-togethers. https://macrofriendlyfood.com/ref/194/
3️⃣ Taco Pasta
A family staple! I added beans and extra chicken stock, and it turned out amazing. Anything pasta is a yes for me. https://www.instagram.com/reel/C-tZNBhuRem/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
4️⃣ Cowboy Butter Pasta
Another pasta dish? Say no more. The homemade cowboy butter sauce is unreal — bold, rich, and so good. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DURs3oAjFec/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
5️⃣ Beef Noodle Bowl
Packed with veggies, protein, and flavor. This one was a huge family favorite.
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRxPzaoD–O/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
6️⃣ Snickers Dates
Okay… these really ARE that good. If you’ve been burned by date desserts before, trust me — try this one. Life-changing.
Some of these recipes are from MacroFriendly Foods — I’ll link what I can below (I promise I’m trying 😂).
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