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Meal Prep Recipes: 5 Tips for Effortless Weeknight Dinners


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A collection of easy meal prep recipes for busy individuals.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 cups of brown rice
  • 2 cups of mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers)
  • 1 pound of chicken breast
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons of garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook brown rice according to package instructions.
  2. In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add chicken breast and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Cook chicken until browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
  5. Stir in mixed vegetables and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Divide rice and chicken mixture into meal prep containers.
  7. Cool down and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes

  • Feel free to swap chicken for tofu for a vegetarian option.
  • Use any vegetables you have on hand.
  • Adjust seasoning to your taste.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Meal Prep
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 container
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: meal prep recipes, easy meal prep, healthy meal prep