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Healthy Lemon Garlic Chicken Meal Prep Bowls


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  • Author: john-morgan35
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Healthy

Description

A vibrant meal prep bowl featuring lemon and garlic marinated chicken, quinoa, and fresh vegetables for a nutritious weeknight dinner.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice of 2 lemons
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  2. Marinate the chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat your grill or pan over medium heat.
  4. Cook the marinated chicken until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes per side.
  5. Steam the broccoli florets until tender, around 4-5 minutes.
  6. Divide the cooked quinoa, steamed broccoli, and halved cherry tomatoes into meal prep containers.
  7. Slice the cooked chicken and place it atop the veggies and quinoa.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and a splash of lemon juice if desired.
  9. Seal the containers and store them in the refrigerator.

Notes

For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with tofu. Feel free to use your favorite veggies.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg