Following a keto diet can be a great way to shed pounds, improve your overall health, and increase energy levels. However, staying on track with your keto goals can be challenging, especially when life gets busy. That’s where meal prepping comes in handy. By taking a little time on the weekend to prepare meals for the upcoming week, you can stay on track with your keto lifestyle, even on the busiest of weeknights.
Here are some easy and delicious keto meal prep recipes that are perfect for those hectic evenings when you just don’t have the time or energy to cook.
1. Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Ingredients:
– 1 lb. chicken breasts, sliced
– 1 red bell pepper, sliced
– 1 green bell pepper, sliced
– 1 onion, sliced
– 2 tbsp. olive oil
– 1 tbsp. taco seasoning
– Salt and pepper
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
2. In a large bowl, toss the chicken, bell peppers, and onion with olive oil, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread the chicken and vegetables on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
2. Ground Turkey Taco Bowls
Ingredients:
– 1 lb. ground turkey
– 1 tbsp. olive oil
– 1 packet of taco seasoning
– Riced cauliflower
– Shredded lettuce
– Diced tomatoes
– Shredded cheese
– Sour cream
– Avocado slices
Instructions:
1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned.
3. Stir in the taco seasoning and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
4. Divide the riced cauliflower, ground turkey, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, and avocado slices into meal prep containers.
3. Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken
Ingredients:
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 2 tbsp. butter
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Salt and pepper
– Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions:
1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
3. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through.
4. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
5. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes.
6. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, and simmer until the sauce thickens.
7. Serve the chicken with the creamy garlic Parmesan sauce, and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
By preparing these keto-friendly meals in advance, you can ensure that you have a healthy and delicious option ready to go when you’re short on time. With just a little bit of planning and a few easy recipes, staying on track with your keto goals can be a breeze, even on the busiest of weeknights. Happy meal prepping!
