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meal prep for the week high protein

Meal Prep for the Week High Protein: 5 Secrets to Success


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 5 servings
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

Meal prep for the week with high protein options to fuel your body.


Ingredients

  • Chicken breast – 2 lbs
  • Quinoa – 2 cups
  • Black beans – 1 can
  • Greek yogurt – 1 cup
  • Broccoli – 2 cups
  • Olive oil – 2 tbsp
  • Garlic – 4 cloves
  • Salt – to taste
  • Pepper – to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Season chicken breast with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place chicken on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes.
  4. Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
  5. Steam broccoli until tender.
  6. Mix black beans and Greek yogurt in a bowl.
  7. Once chicken is cooked, slice it into portions.
  8. Divide chicken, quinoa, broccoli, and black bean mixture into meal prep containers.
  9. Store in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Notes

  • Adjust seasoning as per your taste.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables.
  • Reheat meals in the microwave before eating.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Meal Prep
  • Method: Baking and steaming
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 container
  • Calories: 500
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 15g
  • Protein: 50g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: meal prep, high protein, healthy meals, week meal prep