Meal Prep Yield Calculator

Quick Yield Guide

Quick reference for common meal prep yields
Ingredient1 lb → MealsServing
Chicken Breast44 oz
Ground Beef44 oz
Salmon3–44–5 oz
Rice (dry)6–8½ cup cooked
Pasta (dry)4–51 cup cooked

Meal Prep Yield Calculator: Cook Once, Eat All Week

Stop guessing. Our Meal Prep Yield Calculator tells you exactly how many meals you’ll get from bulk ingredients.

Why Meal Prep?

  • Save time: Cook once, eat 5 days
  • Save money: Buy in bulk
  • Portion control: Hit macros
  • Reduce waste: Use every ounce

How to Use

  1. Select main ingredient
  2. Enter amount purchased
  3. Set serving size per meal
  4. Get total meals + leftover

Protein Yields

  • Chicken: 1 lb → 4 meals (4 oz each)
  • Beef: 1 lb → 4 meals
  • Salmon: 1 lb → 3–4 meals
  • Tofu: 14 oz → 3–4 meals

Carb Yields

  • Rice: 1 cup dry → 3 cups cooked → 6 meals
  • Quinoa: 1 cup dry → 3 cups cooked
  • Pasta: 1 lb dry → 8 cups cooked → 8 meals

Storage Tips

  • Fridge: 3–4 days
  • Freezer: 2–3 months
  • Label with date
  • Reheat to 165°F

Pair with Other Tools

Need portions? Use Meal Portion Calculator. Track cost? Try Food Cost Calculator.

Conclusion

Meal prep like a pro. Use our Meal Prep Yield Calculator to batch cook with confidence.