Description
Healthy Lemon Garlic Chicken Meal Prep Bowls are a delicious and nutritious solution for busy weeknights. This vibrant dish features tender chicken breasts marinated in zesty lemon and aromatic garlic, paired with colorful mixed vegetables. Ready in under an hour, these meal prep bowls not only provide great flavor but also ensure you stay energized throughout the week. Perfect for leftovers, they make healthy eating effortless and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 large lemons (juice and zest)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; place them in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, soy sauce, olive oil, and honey; pour over the chicken.
- Add mixed vegetables around the chicken in the dish, ensuring they are well coated with the marinade.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and is golden brown.
- Let rest for a few minutes before slicing; portion into meal prep containers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meal prep bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 80mg