Meal Prep With a Rotisserie Chicken so You Don't Have to Cook

Ingredients

• 1.5 lb Rotisserie Chicken (pulled meat only, from Costco rotisserie chicken)
• 20 oz Frozen Brown Rice (microwaveable, cook according to package)
• 1 cup Matchstick Carrots (about 100 g, pre‑cut if possible)
• 12 oz Shredded Cabbage (pre‑chopped bag, thin cut)
• 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar (about 30 g)
• 1 tbsp Honey (about 21 g)
• 1 pinch Salt (for flavor)
• 1 tbsp Crunchy Chili Garlic Oil (Trader Joe's brand, Asian food section)
• 2 small Green Onions (chopped, optional garnish)
• 0.25 cup Teriyaki Sauce (about 60 g, store‑bought)
• 1 tbsp Soy Sauce (about 15 g)

Instructions

1. Cook the Rice

   Place the 20 oz (568 g) frozen brown rice in a microwave‑safe container and cook according to the package directions, usually about 5 minutes, stirring halfway through.

   Time: PT5M

2. Prepare the Slaw Base

   In a large mixing bowl combine 1 cup (100 g) matchstick carrots and 12 oz (340 g) shredded cabbage.

   Time: PT2M

3. Make Slaw Dressing

   In a small bowl whisk together 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, a pinch of salt, and 1 tbsp crunchy chili garlic oil until well combined.

   Time: PT1M

4. Dress the Slaw

   Pour the dressing over the carrot‑cabbage mixture and toss until evenly coated.

   Time: PT1M

5. Chop Green Onions (Optional)

   Slice the 2 small green onions into thin pieces for garnish.

   Time: PT1M

6. Pull the Rotisserie Chicken

   Using a knife and cutting board, separate the legs, thighs, breasts, and wings from the rotisserie chicken, then pull all the meat off the bones. Weigh out 1.5 lb (681 g) of meat for the recipe and refrigerate any excess.

   Time: PT3M

7. Season the Chicken

   Place the pulled chicken in a bowl and stir in 0.25 cup (60 g) teriyaki sauce until fully coated.

   Time: PT1M

8. Season the Rice

   Transfer the cooked rice to a bowl and mix in 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp crunchy chili garlic oil. Stir until evenly combined.

   Time: PT2M

9. Assemble the Meal‑Prep Bowls

   Divide the seasoned rice, dressed slaw, and teriyaki chicken evenly among 5 meal‑prep containers. Top each bowl with a sprinkle of chopped green onions.

   Time: PT2M

10. Cool and Store

    Seal the containers. The bowls can be stored in the refrigerator for up to five days. Do not freeze because the slaw becomes soggy.

    Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

557

Protein

38 g

Carbohydrates

60 g

Fat

12 g

Fiber

4 g