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Easy Healthy Meal Prep for the Week

A clear glass container filled with an Easy Healthy Meal Prep for the Week: seasoned chicken breast, steamed broccoli, bell peppers, and quinoa.

Prepare a week’s worth of healthy meals with this straightforward meal prep guide.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC).
  2. Cook quinoa according to package directions.
  3. Toss chicken breast with 1 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through. Let cool and dice.
  4. Toss broccoli florets and chopped bell peppers with the remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 15-20 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
  5. Divide cooked quinoa, diced chicken, and roasted vegetables into four meal prep containers.
  6. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken with tofu or fish for a different protein source.
  • Add other vegetables like zucchini or carrots for variety.
  • Season with your favorite herbs and spices.

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