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Lunch Planning For The Workweek with Harvest Creek Pouch- Week 2

Harvest Creek Pouches fit perfectly in a lunch tote.

Lunch planning for the workweek often means leftover and old reliables like tuna. Well, save those leftovers for dinner and skip the tuna because Harvest Creek now offers a whole new way to create exciting lunches for the week ahead!


Our 'Easy Snack! Ideas' combine delicious Harvest Creek flavors and simple ingredients for a lunch that's portable and delicious! To make things even easier, you can combine the added ingredients into one container, saving time on clean up! With the space left if your lunch tote, consider pairing our recipes with fresh bread, fruits, veggies, yogurts or, if you have a sweet tooth, your favorite sweet snack!


Let's get started on lunch planning for the workweek with Harvest Creek Pouch!


Monday


Cheesy Crispy Chicken Salad

Indulge in the Cheesy Crispy Chicken Salad for a crunchy, cheesy snack! Featuring Harvest Creek Premium Chicken Salad, crisp lettuce strips, crunchy wonton strips, and savory Swiss cheese, this tasty combination offers a delightful mix of flavors and textures.


  • 1 Harvest Creek Chicken Salad Pouch

  • Handful of crisp lettuce strips

  • Handful of wonton strips or croutons

  • 2 tablespoons of shredded or crumbled Swiss cheese


Add ingredients to pouch and mix well. Enjoy directly from the pouch.


Estimated Nutritional Values

Calories: ~240

Protein: ~21g

Carbs: ~13g

Fat: ~12g


Tuesday


Fiesta Chicken Salad

Savor the bold flavors of Chicken Tacos-in-a-Pouch! Featuring Harvest Creek Premium White Chicken, this fun and easy single-serve meal includes salsa, diced avocado or guacamole, shredded cheddar, corn kernels, and black beans. Top it off with crushed tortilla chips for extra crunch, and add a squeeze of lime juice or a sprinkle of taco seasoning for a zesty kick. Perfect for a quick, flavorful treat on the go or at your desk!


  • 1 Harvest Creek Premium White Pouch

  • 1 tablespoon of salsa

  • 1 tablespoon of diced avocado or guacamole

  • 1 tablespoon of shredded Mexican blend cheese

  • 1 tablespoon of cooked corn

  • 1 tablespoon of black beans

  • A few crushed tortilla chips

  • A sprinkle of taco seasoning or cumin (optional)

  • Fresh cilantro (optional)


Add ingredients to pouch and mix well. Enjoy directly from the pouch.


Estimated Nutritional Values

Calories: ~275

Protein: ~24g

Carbs: ~15g

Fat: ~8.6g


Wednesday


Buffalo Ranch Chicken Mix

The Buffalo Ranch Chicken Mix is a bold and tangy snack that delivers a kick of flavor in every bite. Featuring Harvest Creek's spicy Buffalo Style chicken combined with creamy ranch dressing, crunchy shredded carrots, and crispy tortilla chips, this mix-in-the-pouch snack is perfect for satisfying cravings on the go. It's the ultimate blend of heat, crunch, and creaminess!


  • 1 Harvest Creek Buffalo Style Pouch

  • 1/8 cup broken tortilla chips or pretzels

  • 2 tablespoons shredded carrots

  • 1-2 tablespoons of Ranch dressing


Add ingredients to pouch and mix well. Enjoy directly from the pouch.


Estimated Nutritional Values

Calories: ~133

Protein: ~21.2g

Carbs: ~3g

Fat: ~4g


Thursday


Garlic Lemon Pepper Pouch

Garlic Lemon Pepper Chicken Pouch is a flavorful and satisfying single-serve meal that elevates Harvest Creek Lemon Pepper chicken with a delicious garlic twist.


  • 1 Harvest Creek Lemon Pepper Chicken Pouch

  • 1-2 cloves of garlic (minced) or 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1/2 cup cooked rice or quinoa

  • 1/4 cup steamed broccoli or your favorite veggies


Add ingredients to pouch and mix well. Enjoy directly from the pouch.


Estimated Nutritional Values

Calories: ~331

Protein: ~22.5g

Carbs: ~26.5g

Fat: ~15.8g


Friday


Chicken Protein Punch

The Chicken Protein Punch is a light, refreshing snack that's packed with protein and fresh veggies. This easy, mix-in-the-pouch meal is perfect for when you need a nutritious boost on the go. Ideal for a quick lunch or snack that keeps you feeling energized!


  • 1 Harvest Creek Premium White Pouch

  • 2 tablespoons of hummus

  • Handful of diced cucumbers

  • Handful of halved cherry tomatoes


Add ingredients to pouch and mix well. Enjoy directly from the pouch.


Estimated Nutritional Values

Calories: ~173

Protein: ~22.9g

Carbs: ~11g

Fat: ~5g


For more delicious recipes, be sure to check out our Easy Snack! Ideas page. Have recipe ideas you'd like to share? We want to hear them so share them on social media using #harvestcreekpouch or share them on our blog!


Have a great week and happy meal planning!


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