Best High Protein Meal Prep Recipes for Belly Fat Loss (Anti-Inflammatory)
A collection of five high-protein meal prep recipes designed to reduce belly fat and inflammation while staying satisfying and delicious. These nutrient-dense meals are built on lean proteins and whole ingredients that keep you full for hours.
Equipment
- sheet pan
- parchment paper
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- large skillet
- airtight containers
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Juice and zest of 2 lemons
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 medium zucchini, cut into half-moons
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1.5 lbs ground turkey (93/7 lean)
- 1.5 cups fresh spinach, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Sheet Pan Chicken:
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F and line sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Step 2: Pat chicken breasts dry and place on one half of pan.
- Step 3: Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, zest, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Step 4: Pour half marinade over chicken, arrange vegetables around it.
- Step 5: Drizzle remaining marinade over vegetables and toss to coat.
- Step 6: Roast 20-22 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F and vegetables are tender.
- Step 7: Rest 5 minutes before portioning into containers.
- Turkey Meatballs:
- Step 1: Combine ground turkey, spinach, panko, egg, Parmesan, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in bowl.
- Step 2: Mix gently until just combined, about 30 seconds.
- Step 3: Roll into 15 meatballs, approximately 1.5 inches across.
- Step 4: Heat skillet over medium-high heat with light olive oil.
- Step 5: Sear meatballs 2-3 minutes per side until golden.
- Step 6: Pour marinara sauce into skillet, reduce to medium-low.
- Step 7: Simmer 15 minutes, then portion into containers with sauce.
Notes
Store in airtight containers for up to 5 days in refrigerator. Cool completely before storing. Vegetables can be swapped freely. Recipe scales perfectly for double batches. Freeze uncooked meatballs on sheet pan before adding sauce. Reheats beautifully in microwave or stovetop with splash of water added. Pair meatballs with zucchini noodles, pasta, or cauliflower rice.