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healthy meal prep ideas

Healthy Meal Prep Ideas for Effortless Weeknight Dinners


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Healthy

Description

Healthy meal prep ideas for easy and nutritious eating throughout the week.


Ingredients

  • Chicken breast – 1 lb
  • Brown rice – 2 cups
  • Broccoli – 2 cups
  • Olive oil – 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic – 2 cloves
  • Lemon – 1
  • Salt – to taste
  • Pepper – to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cook brown rice according to package instructions.
  3. Chop broccoli into florets.
  4. In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  5. Coat chicken and broccoli with the olive oil mixture.
  6. Place chicken and broccoli on a baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
  8. Divide rice, chicken, and broccoli into meal prep containers.

Notes

  • Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • You can substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or carrots.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Meal Prep
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 meal
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: healthy meal prep ideas, nutritious meal prep, easy meal prep