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simple meal prep ideas

simple meal prep ideas for effortless weeknight dinners


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Easy meal prep ideas for quick and healthy meals.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups of brown rice
  • 1 pound of chicken breast
  • 1 cup of broccoli
  • 1 cup of carrots
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the brown rice according to package instructions.
  2. Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  4. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
  5. Steam the broccoli and carrots until tender.
  6. Divide the rice, chicken, and vegetables into meal prep containers.
  7. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Notes

  • Feel free to swap out vegetables.
  • Use different seasonings for variety.
  • This recipe is great for batch cooking.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Meal Prep
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 meal
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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