Description
A simple, high‑protein chicken meal prep featuring baked chicken breasts seasoned with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, roasted alongside broccoli, bell peppers, and carrots. Perfect for busy weekdays, this recipe yields four balanced portions, each under 350 calories, and stores well for up to four days. Ideal for lunchboxes, quick dinners, and fitness‑focused meal planning, it combines lean protein with colorful vegetables for a nutritious, flavorful make‑ahead solution.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- Assorted vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper; stir until uniform.
- Toss the chicken breasts in the mixture until fully coated.
- Chop broccoli, bell peppers, and carrots into bite‑size pieces; toss with a drizzle of olive oil, a pinch of salt, and pepper.
- Arrange the coated chicken and seasoned vegetables on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 25‑30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C); let rest 5 minutes before serving or storing.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice after baking. Store in airtight containers
- reheat in oven to retain texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Meal Prep
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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