Description
A flavorful meal prep bowl featuring juicy lemon-garlic marinated chicken, vibrant broccoli, and sweet cherry tomatoes served over quinoa or brown rice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 lemons (juiced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
- Fresh herbs (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Whisk together until well blended.
- Place chicken breasts in the bowl and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium heat.
- Add marinated chicken to the pan, cooking for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Add broccoli in the last few minutes to steam.
- Once cooked, slice chicken into strips.
- In meal prep containers, layer cooked quinoa or brown rice, steamed broccoli, cherry tomatoes, and top with sliced chicken.
- Drizzle any remaining dressing over the meals and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Marinate your chicken in advance for deeper flavor. Bowls keep well in the fridge for up to four days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg