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Lemon Garlic Chicken Meal Prep

Lemon Garlic Chicken Meal Prep: Fresh Flavors for Busy Days

Delicious Lemon Garlic Chicken Meal Prep combines juicy chicken with zesty flavors, perfect for busy days.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Bottled juice can work as a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Extra virgin for best taste.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Cloves Minced; garlic powder can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Thyme or Italian seasoning work as alternatives.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
Chicken and Sides
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Chicken thighs can be used for richer flavor.
  • 2 cups Yellow Potatoes Cut into bite-sized pieces; sweet potatoes can be a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Used for seasoning potatoes.
  • 2 cups Zucchini Can substitute with bell peppers or broccoli.

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • Whisk
  • skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • plastic wrap
  • resealable bag
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together fresh lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  2. Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to a resealable bag. Let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
  3. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and cut the yellow potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Toss them with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Spread the seasoned potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and tender.
  5. While potatoes roast, heat a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, and sauté sliced zucchini for about 5-7 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
  6. Heat a grill pan over medium heat. Remove chicken from the marinade and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  7. To serve, place sautéed zucchini next to roasted potatoes and juicy lemon garlic chicken in meal prep containers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For maximum flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days in the fridge.

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