Meal prep works when the recipes actually fit real life. These 17 dishes are designed to make more than one meal at a time without getting boring. They keep the fridge stocked and the evenings calm. We set the week up to win.
Cider Braised Pork Short Ribs
Cider Braised Pork Short Ribs cook in about 3 hours with pork ribs and apple cider. They reheat easily all week long.
Get the Recipe: Cider Braised Pork Short Ribs
Hatch Chili Creamy Turkey Soup
Hatch Chili Creamy Turkey Soup simmers in about 45 minutes with turkey and green chiles. We portion this out for quick lunches.
Get the Recipe: Hatch Chili Creamy Turkey Soup
BBQ Chicken Sliders in the Slow Cooker
BBQ Chicken Sliders in the Slow Cooker cook in about 4 hours with chicken and sauce. One batch covers several meals.
Get the Recipe: BBQ Chicken Sliders in the Slow Cooker
Cajun Smoked Turkey Wings
Cajun Smoked Turkey Wings cook in about 2 hours with turkey wings and bold spices. They hold up well in the fridge.
Get the Recipe: Cajun Smoked Turkey Wings
Dutch Oven Pot Roast
Dutch Oven Pot Roast cooks in about 3 hours with chuck roast and vegetables. We plan leftovers before it even finishes.
Get the Recipe: Dutch Oven Pot Roast
Slow Cooker Beef Shanks
Slow Cooker Beef Shanks simmer for about 7 hours with beef and broth. The meat stays tender for days.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Beef Shanks
Slow Cooker Pot Roast
Slow Cooker Pot Roast cooks in about 8 hours with roast and potatoes. It feeds more than one dinner without trying.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Pot Roast
Slow Cooker Greek Chicken
Slow Cooker Greek Chicken finishes in about 4 hours with chicken and lemon herbs. We use it in bowls and wraps all week.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Greek Chicken
Slow Cooker Beef and Barley Soup
Slow Cooker Beef and Barley Soup cooks in about 6 hours with beef and barley. It gets better after a day in the fridge.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Beef and Barley Soup
Chicken Enchilada Soup
Chicken Enchilada Soup simmers in about 40 minutes with chicken and beans. It portions out perfectly for busy days.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Enchilada Soup
Smoked Maple Glazed Pork Tenderloin
Smoked Maple Glazed Pork Tenderloin cooks in about 1 hour with pork and maple glaze. Slices turn into easy lunches.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Maple Glazed Pork Tenderloin
Dutch Oven Carnitas
Dutch Oven Carnitas cook in about 3 hours with pork shoulder and spices. We stretch this across tacos and bowls.
Get the Recipe: Dutch Oven Carnitas
Smoked Meatballs
Smoked Meatballs cook in about 45 minutes with ground beef and herbs. They reheat without drying out.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Meatballs
Chicken Piccata Meatballs
Chicken Piccata Meatballs bake in about 25 minutes with ground chicken and lemon. We keep these ready for quick meals.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Piccata Meatballs
Chicken Paprikash
Chicken Paprikash cooks in about 50 minutes with chicken thighs and paprika. The flavors settle in even better overnight.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Paprikash
Pulled Pork Chili
Pulled Pork Chili simmers in about 45 minutes with leftover pork and beans. One pot carries several dinners.
Get the Recipe: Pulled Pork Chili
Instant Pot Pot Roast
Instant Pot Pot Roast finishes in about 1 hour with beef and vegetables. It sets up the week with minimal effort.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Pot Roast
