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WEEKLY MEAL PREP MADE EASY

Easy Weekly Meal Prep: Healthy Chicken, Quinoa & Veggies

A guide to preparing nutritious meals featuring chicken, quinoa, and a variety of vegetables for the week.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Chicken Ingredients
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Quinoa Ingredients
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups vegetable broth or water
  • Salt to taste
Roasted Vegetables Ingredients
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 cups bell peppers, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salad Ingredients
  • 4 cups mixed greens
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette

Equipment

  • oven
  • medium saucepan
  • baking sheet
  • Fine-mesh strainer
  • Meal prep containers

Method
 

  1. Marinate the chicken by mixing olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat the chicken breasts and let sit for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Bake the marinated chicken for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
  3. Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, bring vegetable broth or water to a boil, add quinoa and salt, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Prepare the vegetables by tossing broccoli and bell peppers with olive oil, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes.
  5. Combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber in a bowl. Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette just before serving.
  6. Portion the cooked chicken, quinoa, and roasted vegetables into meal prep containers. Keep the salad separate to maintain freshness.

Notes

Meal prep can be stored in the fridge for 4-5 days. Use airtight containers for best results.