Lemon Garlic Chicken Meal Prep

Why make this recipe

Lemon Garlic Chicken Meal Prep is a fantastic choice for anyone looking to prepare healthy, tasty meals in advance. This recipe is not only packed with flavor but also provides a balanced mix of protein, carbs, and veggies. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep enthusiasts, it allows you to enjoy home-cooked goodness without spending hours in the kitchen.

How to make Lemon Garlic Chicken Meal Prep

Ingredients

• ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 24 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (4 (6-ounce) pieces)
• 1.5 pounds yellow potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
• 1 teaspoon black pepper (plus more to taste)
• 4 small zucchinis, sliced into 1-inch pieces

Directions

1. Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix the lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.

2. Prepare the Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the cut potatoes in a bowl with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Spread them out on a baking sheet.

3. Cook the Chicken: Place the marinated chicken on another baking sheet. Cook both the chicken and potatoes in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are golden and tender.

4. Cook the Zucchini: In the last 10 minutes of cooking, add the sliced zucchinis to the oven. They should roast until tender.

5. Assemble Meal Prep Containers: Once everything is cooked, divide the chicken, potatoes, and zucchini into meal prep containers.

How to serve Lemon Garlic Chicken Meal Prep

You can enjoy your Lemon Garlic Chicken Meal Prep plain or pair it with a side salad for extra freshness. It’s also great with a drizzle of extra lemon juice or a sprinkle of fresh herbs on top.

How to store Lemon Garlic Chicken Meal Prep

Store the meal prep containers in the refrigerator. They will remain fresh for up to 4 days. If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze them for up to 3 months. Just make sure to let them cool completely before sealing.

Tips to make Lemon Garlic Chicken Meal Prep

• For more flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight.
• Use different veggies according to your preference, like bell peppers or broccoli.
• Adjust the spices based on your taste. If you like it spicy, add some red pepper flakes.

Variation

You can replace the chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option. Swap yellow potatoes with sweet potatoes for a sweeter taste.

FAQs

Can I make Lemon Garlic Chicken Meal Prep ahead of time?
Yes! This recipe is perfect for meal prep and can be made a few days in advance.

What can I use instead of chicken breasts?
You can use chicken thighs, shrimp, or even tofu if you prefer a vegetarian option.

How do I reheat the meal prep?
You can reheat the containers in the microwave for a few minutes or in the oven for best results.

Lemon Garlic Chicken Meal Prep

A healthy, flavorful meal prep recipe featuring marinated chicken, roasted potatoes, and zucchini, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Course, Meal Prep

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Marinade

• ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil For marinading chicken
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 24 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (4 (6-ounce) pieces)

For the Potatoes

• 1.5 pounds yellow potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 tablespoon olive oil For tossing with potatoes
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
• 1 teaspoon black pepper (plus more to taste)

For the Zucchini

• 4 small zucchinis, sliced into 1-inch pieces

Method

 

Marinade Preparation

1. In a bowl, mix the lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Potato Preparation

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss the cut potatoes in a bowl with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Spread them out on a baking sheet.

Cooking

1. Place the marinated chicken on another baking sheet.
2. Cook both the chicken and potatoes in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are golden and tender.
3. In the last 10 minutes of cooking, add the sliced zucchinis to the oven. They should roast until tender.

Assembly

1. Once everything is cooked, divide the chicken, potatoes, and zucchini into meal prep containers.

Notes

For more flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight. Use different veggies according to your preference, like bell peppers or broccoli. Adjust the spices based on your taste. If you like it spicy, add some red pepper flakes. You can replace the chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option. Swap yellow potatoes with sweet potatoes for a sweeter taste.