Lemon Pepper Chicken Meal Prep Delight

Lemon Pepper Chicken Meal Prep Delight

A refreshing, high-protein meal prep dish featuring lemon pepper chicken, quinoa, and steamed vegetables, perfect for bodybuilding and fitness enthusiasts

Lemon Pepper Chicken Meal Prep Delight
5 servings
Prep: 30 minutes
Cook: 40 minutes
Total: 1 hour 10 minutes
easy

Recipe Adapted Successfully

This recipe combines the classic flavors of lemon pepper chicken with the nutritional benefits of quinoa and steamed vegetables, creating a well-rounded and satisfying meal prep dish that supports bodybuilding and fitness goals. The dish is easy to prepare, keeps well in the fridge, and can be customized to suit individual tastes and dietary needs.

Nutrition Per Serving

550
Calories
50g
Protein
40g
Carbs
20g
Fat

Ingredients

Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
5 pounds

cut into 5 oz portions

Lemon pepper seasoning
2 tablespoons

adjust to taste

Extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup

for cooking

Quinoa
1 cup

rinsed and drained

Water
2 cups

for quinoa

Mixed vegetables (broccoli, carrots, bell peppers)
5 cups

fresh or frozen

Salt
to taste
Fresh lemon wedges
5 wedges

for serving

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

400°F
2

Season the chicken portions with lemon pepper seasoning. Drizzle with olive oil and mix well.

3

Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.

20-25 minutes400°F
4

Cook the quinoa according to package instructions using 2 cups of water. Set aside.

15-20 minutes
5

Steam the mixed vegetables in a steamer basket until tender. Season with salt to taste.

5-7 minutes
6

Portion the cooked chicken, quinoa, and steamed vegetables into individual containers. Serve with a lemon wedge on the side.

Chef's Notes

Store meal prep containers in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat as needed.

Customize the recipe by swapping out vegetables or using different seasonings.

Tags

bodybuildingmeal prepchickenquinoahealthy