--- title: Basil Bell Peppers Beef & Chicken Fingers Meal Prep | Houston description: Weekly personal chef meal prep in Houston, featuring Basil Bell Peppers Beef and Crispy Baked Chicken Fingers. View the full menu and gallery by Chef Ana. canonical: https://personalchefana.com/portfolio/chicken-fingers-basil-bell-beef-meal-prep-houston/ language: en-US --- Weekly Meal Prep · [Houston, TX](/personal-chef/houston/) # Comfort-food meal prep with baked chicken fingers, basil beef, Spanish chorizo shrimp and blueberry crumble **Date:** October 22, 2026 **Service:** Weekly Meal Prep **Prep Time:** 5 hours **Dishes:** 8 ![Buffalo chicken egg bites line four black trays above blueberry oat crumble with a golden topping and dark berry edges.](https://cdn.personalchefana.com/portfolio/oct22-basil-bell-beef/egg-bites-blueberry-crumble.jpg) ![A lemon wedge rests against balsamic glazed asparagus, with dark glaze streaking the green spears.](https://cdn.personalchefana.com/portfolio/oct22-basil-bell-beef/balsamic-glazed-asparagus.jpg) ![Coarse golden crumbs coat crispy baked chicken fingers stacked in a rectangular dish beside shrimp and corn.](https://cdn.personalchefana.com/portfolio/oct22-basil-bell-beef/crispy-baked-chicken-fingers.jpg) What We Prepared ## Complete Menu Weekly Meal Prep · October 22, 2026 Proteins Crispy Baked Chicken Fingers Basil & Bell Peppers Ground Beef Spanish Chorizo & Corn Shrimp Buffalo Chicken Egg Bites Starchy Sides Lemon Spring Peas Rice Pilaf Zucchini & Bell Peppers Gnocchi Sweets Blueberry Oat Crumble Vegetables Balsamic Glazed Asparagus Created by Chef Ana ## Photo Gallery ![Buffalo chicken egg bites line four black trays above blueberry oat crumble with a golden topping and dark berry edges.](https://cdn.personalchefana.com/portfolio/oct22-basil-bell-beef/egg-bites-blueberry-crumble.jpg) Buffalo chicken egg bites line four black trays above blueberry oat crumble with a golden topping and dark berry edges. ![A lemon wedge rests against balsamic glazed asparagus, with dark glaze streaking the green spears.](https://cdn.personalchefana.com/portfolio/oct22-basil-bell-beef/balsamic-glazed-asparagus.jpg) A lemon wedge rests against balsamic glazed asparagus, with dark glaze streaking the green spears. ![Coarse golden crumbs coat crispy baked chicken fingers stacked in a rectangular dish beside shrimp and corn.](https://cdn.personalchefana.com/portfolio/oct22-basil-bell-beef/crispy-baked-chicken-fingers.jpg) Coarse golden crumbs coat crispy baked chicken fingers stacked in a rectangular dish beside shrimp and corn. ![Golden gnocchi mingle with zucchini and red bell peppers, with leafy greens visible beneath the browned pieces.](https://cdn.personalchefana.com/portfolio/oct22-basil-bell-beef/zucchini-bell-peppers-gnocchi.jpg) Golden gnocchi mingle with zucchini and red bell peppers, with leafy greens visible beneath the browned pieces. ![Basil and bell peppers ground beef fills a rectangular dish with red peppers, onion slices and chopped green garnish.](https://cdn.personalchefana.com/portfolio/oct22-basil-bell-beef/basil-bell-peppers-ground-beef.jpg) Basil and bell peppers ground beef fills a rectangular dish with red peppers, onion slices and chopped green garnish. ![Spanish chorizo and corn shrimp sit between lemon wedges, with yellow kernels and diced chorizo beneath.](https://cdn.personalchefana.com/portfolio/oct22-basil-bell-beef/spanish-chorizo-corn-shrimp.jpg) Spanish chorizo and corn shrimp sit between lemon wedges, with yellow kernels and diced chorizo beneath. ![Three buffalo chicken egg bites sit in a black tray, showing golden tops and scattered chopped herbs.](https://cdn.personalchefana.com/portfolio/oct22-basil-bell-beef/buffalo-chicken-egg-bites.jpg) Three buffalo chicken egg bites sit in a black tray, showing golden tops and scattered chopped herbs. ![Basil beef and chorizo shrimp anchor the spread, surrounded by golden chicken fingers and green asparagus spears.](https://cdn.personalchefana.com/portfolio/oct22-basil-bell-beef/basil-beef-chorizo-shrimp.jpg) Basil beef and chorizo shrimp anchor the spread, surrounded by golden chicken fingers and green asparagus spears. Chef Ana's Perspective ## Chef's Notes I would put Spanish Chorizo & Corn Shrimp early in the week's meal plan, paired with Lemon Spring Peas Rice Pilaf. Basil & Bell Peppers Ground Beef gives another option for that rice, without repeating the shrimp meal. For a separate pairing, I'd serve Crispy Baked Chicken Fingers alongside Balsamic Glazed Asparagus. **Read the full notes** For Crispy Baked Chicken Fingers, I recommend reheating uncovered at 350°F, starting with 10–12 minutes and checking that the center is hot. Buffalo Chicken Egg Bites need a different approach: microwave a refrigerated portion under a loose cover in 30-second intervals until the center is hot. I would keep the fingers out of that covered microwave treatment because steam softens their crumb coating. The topping on Blueberry Oat Crumble leaves a dark border of berries visible around the edge; I like being able to see the fruit beneath the oats. Zucchini & Bell Peppers Gnocchi has a similar visual appeal, with red pepper and green zucchini breaking up the golden pieces. Those two dishes give this menu color and texture beyond the chicken and beef. Chef Ana Related sessions ## More Shrimp Menus - October 22, 2026 **[Cajun Shrimp and Veggies & Chicken Fingers Meal Prep](/portfolio/chicken-fingers-cajun-shrimp-veggies-stew-meal-prep-houston/)** 10 menu items - October 21, 2026 **[Spanish Beef Meatballs & Shredded Chicken Verde Meal Prep](/portfolio/spanish-beef-meatballs-butter-shredded-chicken-verde-tomatillos-meal-prep-houston/)** 10 menu items - October 19, 2026 **[Spanish Chorizo Corn Shrimp & Chicken Fingers Meal Prep](/portfolio/chicken-fingers-spanish-chorizo-shrimp-meal-prep-houston/)** 8 menu items - October 26, 2026 **[Spanish-style Chicken Meatballs & Mild Shrimp Meal Prep](/portfolio/spanish-chicken-meatballs-butter-mild-cajun-shrimp-vegetable-meal-prep-houston/)** 11 menu items [See every shrimp menu](/portfolio/meal-prep/shrimp/) ### Ready for Your Custom Meal Prep? Let Chef Ana prepare a week of delicious, healthy meals tailored to your preferences. Fresh ingredients, bold flavors, delivered to your kitchen. 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