Juicy lemon garlic marinated chicken paired with roasted vegetables and grains, perfect for healthy meal prep all week.
1.5 lbs boneless chicken breasts or thighs
¼ cup olive oil
Juice and zest of 1 lemon
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp thyme or rosemary
Salt and pepper to taste
3 cups chopped vegetables (broccoli, peppers, zucchini)
2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
Mix olive oil, lemon juice/zest, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper. Marinate chicken 30 mins–12 hrs.
Bake chicken at 400°F for 20–25 mins or sear on stove until cooked through.
Roast veggies at 400°F for 20–25 mins with oil, salt, and pepper.
Cook rice or grains. Let everything cool slightly.
Assemble bowls with grains, chicken slices, and veggies. Drizzle with extra marinade if desired.
Use grilled or pan-seared chicken as alternatives.
Add feta, olives, or hummus for Mediterranean flavor.
Swap rice with cauliflower rice for low-carb option.