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Lemon Garlic Chicken Meal Prep for Easy Healthy Dinners

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Juicy lemon garlic marinated chicken paired with roasted vegetables and grains, perfect for healthy meal prep all week.

Ingredients

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  • 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

Instructions

  • 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.

Notes

  • 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.