Description
A delicious and convenient meal prep recipe featuring flavorful marinated chicken breasts paired with colorful roasted veggies, perfect for busy schedules.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces Chicken Breasts
- 2–3 Fresh Lemons
- 6 cloves Garlic
- 1/4 cup Olive Oil
- Fresh Herbs (parsley, thyme, or rosemary)
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
- 2–3 cups chopped Vegetable Medley (bell peppers, zucchini, broccoli, etc.)
Instructions
- Combine the juice and zest of 2-3 lemons, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl and whisk until mixed.
- Add the chicken breasts, ensuring they are coated. Massage the marinade in for 2-3 minutes, then cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Chop your vegetable medley, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place marinated chicken on a lined baking sheet with space between pieces. Drizzle leftover marinade over chicken.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Add the veggie medley to a separate baking sheet and roast alongside chicken for 15-20 minutes.
- Let the chicken rest for 5-7 minutes before slicing and serving with colorful roasted veggies.
Notes
This recipe can be customized with different veggies and herbs to suit your taste. Enjoy with quinoa or brown rice for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: meal prep, lemon chicken, garlic chicken, healthy dinner, easy recipe