Hi friend!
Are you tired of eating the same meal‑prepped chicken every week? These 7 simple sauces will completely transform your meal prep and make any protein taste new again. They’re quick, affordable, freezer friendly and perfect for busy weeks — whether you cook for one, two, or a small household.
✨ The 7 Sauces are:
• Spaghetti Sauce
• Cherry Balsamic Glaze
• Enchilada Sauce
• Teriyaki Sauce
• Tzatziki Sauce
• Sandwich Sauce/Oil and Vinegar Dressing
• Avocado Crema
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Here are the recipes!
Cherry Balsamic Glaze
Ingredients
- 14.5 can Tart Cherries in Water
- ¼ c Balsamic Vinegar
- ¼ c Packed Brown Sugar
- 1 t Salt
- 1 t Pepper
- 1 c Water
- 2 T Cornstarch
Instructions
- Blend the cherries until smooth
- Add the cornstarch to the water
- Add all ingredients to a saucepan and bring it to a boil
- Reduce the heat to medium and continue to boil gently for 3 minutes
- Allow the glaze to cool completely before storing
- In the freezer this will last 3 months and in the refrigerator, it will last a week.
- Enjoy over pork, chicken, or salmon
Tzatziki Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 c Greek Yogurt
- ½ c Grated Cucumber
- Juice of ½ of a lemon
- 1 Garlic Clove Minced
- 1 t Greek Seasoning Blend You can substitute 1/2 t of both Oregano and Basil if you don't have the Greek Seasoning Blend (but if you have these you should make the blend the recipe is on on the website)
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients and store in an airtight container.
- Enjoy!
Enchilada Sauce
Ingredients
- 2 Chipotle in Adobo Peppers
- 1 15 oz can of Tomato Sauce
- 1 C Chicken Broth
- 2 Cloves Garlic
- 1/2 t Cumin
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients together and blend to combine.
Avocado Crema
Ingredients
- 3 T Olive Oil
- 3 T Water
- 2 T Lime Juice
- 1 Small Avocado or ½ of a large avocado
- 1 T Sour Cream
- 1/8 t Salt
- 1/8 t Pepper
- 1/8 t Cumin
Instructions
- Blend all the ingredients until smooth, adding more water for your desired consistency.
- Enjoy!
Spaghetti Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 28 oz can of Crushed San Marzano Tomatoes
- 2 T Diced Onion
- 1 Garlic Clove Chopped
- ½ t Dried Basil
- ½ t Dried Oregano
- 1 t Sugar optional if needed for acidity
- 1 T Oil
Instructions
- Add oil to a pan and cook onion until it is softened, add the garlic and sauté until the garlic is softened and fragrant
- Combine the onion and garlic with the remainder of the ingredients and blend with an immersion blender until smooth.
- Store in the freezer for 3 months or in the refrigerator for one week.
- Enjoy!
Teriyaki Sauce
Ingredients
- ½ T Cornstarch
- 1 T Water
- ½ c Soy Sauce
- ½ c Brown Sugar
- ½ T Rice Vinegar
- ¼ t Garlic Powder
- ¼ t Ground Ginger
- 1/8 t Black Pepper
Instructions
- Combine the cornstarch and water and stir until the cornstarch is dissolved
- Add all the ingredients to a saucepan and bring to a boil
- Reduce the heat to medium and continue to boil for 3 minutes
- Allow sauce to cool completely before storing
- Store in the refrigerator for up to one month
- Enjoy!
Sandwich Sauce/ Oil and Vinegar Dressing
Ingredients
- ½ c Olive Oil
- ¼ c White Wine Vinegar
- 1 t Greek Seasoning Blend
- ¼ t Sugar Optional
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients
- Store in a jar or squeeze bottle in the refrigerator for up to one week
- Enjoy!
Greek Seasoning Blend
Ingredients
- 2 T Oregano
- 2 T Basil
- 1 T Garlic Powder
- 1 T Onion Powder
- 1 t Salt
- 1 t Pepper
Instructions
- Combine all spices and store in an airtight container.
If you are looking for a few ways to transform your meal prepped chicken, check out these recipes: https://staceyssimplemeals.com/3-meals-to-meal-prep-for-2-4-people-from-one-rotisserie-chicken/
💛 Tell me which sauce you’re trying first — I love hearing what you make
Have a wonderful week!
