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meal prep for the week high protein

Meal Prep for the Week High Protein: 7 Tips for Success


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A meal prep guide for the week focused on high protein dishes.


Ingredients

  • Chicken breast – 4 pieces
  • Quinoa – 2 cups
  • Black beans – 1 can
  • Broccoli – 2 cups
  • Olive oil – 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic – 4 cloves
  • Salt – to taste
  • Pepper – to taste
  • Eggs – 6 large
  • Greek yogurt – 2 cups

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  4. Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
  5. Steam broccoli until tender.
  6. In a bowl, mix black beans with seasoning of choice.
  7. Boil eggs and let them cool.
  8. Portion out meals into containers with chicken, quinoa, broccoli, and black beans.
  9. Add a serving of Greek yogurt for protein boost.
  10. Store in the fridge for the week.

Notes

  • Adjust portion sizes based on your protein needs.
  • Feel free to swap vegetables based on preference.
  • Use different seasonings for variety.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Meal Prep
  • Method: Baking, Boiling, Steaming
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 meal
  • Calories: 500
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

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