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Plate of herb-roasted chicken thighs with seasoned carrots and broccoli, a simple meal prep recipes idea.

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 meals
Course: dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: international
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 cups carrots, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss the chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place them on a baking sheet.
  3. In a bowl, mix the broccoli and carrots with olive oil, garlic powder, and salt. Spread them on the same baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
  5. Divide into meal prep containers and store in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

You can substitute any vegetables you prefer. Reheat in the microwave for 2 minutes before serving.

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