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High Protein Spicy Sriracha Chicken Meal Prep - Easy, Flavorful, and Weeknight-Ready

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken: 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs for juicier results)
  • Sriracha: 1/4 to 1/3 cup, to taste
  • Soy sauce or tamari: 1/4 cup (use low-sodium if preferred)
  • Rice vinegar: 2 tablespoons
  • Honey or maple syrup: 1–2 tablespoons (adjust to taste)
  • Sesame oil: 1 tablespoon
  • Garlic: 3–4 cloves, minced
  • Ginger: 1 tablespoon fresh grated (or 1 teaspoon ground)
  • Cornstarch: 2 teaspoons (for thickening)
  • Neutral oil: 1–2 tablespoons (avocado or olive oil)
  • Veggies: 2 bell peppers (any color), 3 cups broccoli florets, 4 green onions
  • Optional add-ins: Lime, sesame seeds, crushed red pepper, cilantro
  • Base: Cooked rice, quinoa, brown rice, or cauliflower rice
  • Salt and pepper: To taste

Method
 

  1. Cook your base: Prepare rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice according to package directions. Fluff and set aside.
  2. Make the sauce: In a bowl, whisk sriracha, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. In a small cup, mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water to form a slurry. Set both aside.
  3. Prep the chicken: Pat chicken dry and cut into bite-size pieces. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. Sear the chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add 1 tablespoon oil. Cook chicken in an even layer for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
  5. Cook the veggies: In the same pan, add a splash of oil if needed. Toss in bell peppers and broccoli with a pinch of salt. Stir-fry 4–5 minutes until crisp-tender.
  6. Combine and thicken: Return chicken to the pan. Pour in the sauce and bring to a simmer. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and veggies.
  7. Adjust to taste: Add more sriracha for heat, a squeeze of lime for brightness, or a drizzle of honey for balance. Sprinkle sliced green onions and sesame seeds if using.
  8. Portion: Divide your base among 4–5 meal prep containers. Top with the sriracha chicken and veggies. Let cool uncovered for 10–15 minutes before sealing.