Matt Santos
20 recipes converted from their YouTube cooking videos.
Beef and Rice Taco Bowls
A fast, high‑protein Tex‑Mex inspired bowl featuring seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, cauliflower rice, and a spicy lime mayo. Each serving is about 497 calories with 50 g protein, perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner.
Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato Bowls
A healthy, high‑protein meal‑prep bowl featuring air‑fried sweet potato cubes, seasoned ground turkey, colorful bell pepper and onion, all topped with a bright spicy lime mayo. Ready in about 1 hour 20 minutes, it’s perfect for quick lunches or dinners.
Chicken Tortilla Soup
A protein‑packed, comforting chicken tortilla soup made in the Instant Pot (or slow cooker). Tender chicken, black beans, corn, tomatoes, and fresh avocado are combined with aromatic spices for a hearty meal that can be prepped ahead and served with lime, cilantro, cheese, and sour cream.
Honey Garlic Sauce
A quick, sweet‑and‑savory honey garlic sauce that blends minced fresh garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, brown sugar, and a hint of heat. Perfect for drizzling over crispy tofu, chicken, stir‑fries, or steamed veggies. Made in under 25 minutes and stores well in the refrigerator.
Pineapple Chicken and Rice Bowls
A quick, high‑protein meal‑prep bowl featuring tender chicken breast, sweet pineapple, crisp peppers and onions, all tossed in a savory‑sweet soy‑pineapple sauce and served over aromatic rice cooked in bone broth. Each serving delivers about 55 g of protein, making it perfect for fitness‑focused diners.
Frozen Grape Drink Hack
A simple, refreshing hack that turns frozen grapes into a cool, non‑diluting snack while you enjoy sparkling water. Perfect for work shifts, picnics, or any time you want a fizzy drink with a bite‑size fruit treat.
Chipotle Chicken Meal Prep
A flavorful Mexican‑inspired meal‑prep recipe featuring lean chicken breast marinated in chipotle peppers and adobo sauce, paired with a fresh corn and black bean salsa. Perfect for quick, high‑protein lunches all week.
Balsamic Glazed Brussels Sprouts
Crispy roasted Brussels sprouts tossed in a sweet‑savory balsamic glaze. The sprouts are blanched to remove bitterness, then roasted flat‑side down for maximum caramelization. Finished with a quick glaze of reduced balsamic, honey, garlic powder, and red‑pepper flakes.
Chicken and Broccoli Sweet Potato Bowls
A balanced meal‑prep bowl featuring roasted sweet potato and broccoli paired with perfectly seared chicken breast. Each serving packs 487 calories and 48 g of protein, making it ideal for high‑protein, low‑fat diets. The recipe walks you through dicing the veggies, roasting them, scoring and seasoning the chicken, and assembling the bowls for a tasty, nutritious lunch or dinner.
Healthy Chicken and Broccoli in 20 Minutes
A quick, healthy, and flavorful chicken and broccoli stir‑fry that comes together in under 30 minutes. Served over fluffy white rice, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal‑prep. The sauce combines soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and a touch of red chili flakes for a balanced sweet‑spicy glaze.
Healthy Taco Bowl Meal Prep
A healthy, high‑protein taco bowl perfect for meal‑prepping. Cook fluffy cilantro‑lime rice, season black beans, air‑fry colorful peppers and onions, and brown lean ground turkey with a simple taco seasoning. Assemble into bowls for up to four days of flavorful lunches or dinners.
Salmon and Broccoli Rice Bowls
A quick, protein‑packed meal prep featuring tender salmon glazed in a sweet‑savory honey garlic ginger sauce, served over fragrant chicken‑bone broth rice with crisp broccoli. Perfect for busy weeknights and balanced nutrition.
Walking Tacos
A fun, kid‑friendly twist on classic tacos that you eat straight from a snack bag. Ground beef is browned to a crust, topped with melty cheese and layered over crunchy corn chips, then finished with fresh veggies, lime, cilantro and a smoky chipotle mayo. Perfect for Taco Tuesday or a quick snack.
Homemade Chipotle Chicken Bowl
A fresh, affordable, and protein‑packed Chipotle‑style bowl made at home with cilantro‑lime rice, marinated grilled chicken, black beans, corn, and creamy guacamole. Perfect for post‑workout meals or quick weeknight dinner.
Homemade Chipotle Black Beans
A quick and smoky chipotle black bean side dish that pairs perfectly with beef barbacoa or any Mexican-inspired meal. Made with pantry staples and ready in just 20 minutes.
Crispy and Juicy Chicken Thighs
A simple method for ultra‑crispy, juicy chicken thighs seasoned with a spicy lemon‑pepper blend. The chicken is deboned, scored, and baked on a wire rack for even airflow, delivering a perfect weeknight dinner or meal‑prep option.
Quinoa Protein Bowls
A nutritious, high‑protein meal‑prep bowl featuring fluffy quinoa, crisp vegetables, optional protein, and a creamy lemon‑tahini dressing. Perfect for busy weekdays and customizable to your favorite veggies.
Lemon Garlic Herb Chicken
Juicy bone‑in, skin‑on chicken thighs are marinated in fresh lemon juice, garlic and herbs, then roasted on a wire rack until perfectly crisp and tender. The dish comes together in under an hour of active cooking and is ideal for weeknight dinners or meal‑prep.
Pico de Gallo
A fresh, vibrant Mexican salsa made with diced red onion, jalapeño, tomatoes, lime juice, cilantro, and a pinch of salt. Perfect as a dip for chips or a topping for tacos, burritos, and grilled meats.
Beef and Sweet Potato Bowls
A balanced meal‑prep bowl featuring roasted sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts, seasoned ground beef, and a rich garlic‑herb cream sauce. Ready in under 45 minutes, it’s high‑protein, gluten‑free, and perfect for lunch or dinner all week.