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Lemon Garlic Chicken Meal Prep

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A bright and healthy lemon garlic chicken meal prep that’s quick and budget-friendly, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • ยผ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • ยฝ teaspoon paprika
  • ยฝ teaspoon salt
  • ยฝ teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 (6-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 ยฝ 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

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade by whisking together lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Marinate chicken for at least 20 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC). Toss potato pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then bake for 30 minutes.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 7-8 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through; let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  4. Sautรฉ zucchini in remaining marinade in the skillet for 5-7 minutes until softened. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Assemble meal prep containers with chicken, potatoes, and zucchini. Let cool before storing in the refrigerator.

Notes

For a vegetarian option, swap chicken with tofu or chickpeas. When reheating, consider warming the chicken and veggies separately to maintain texture.

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