Description

These lemon garlic chicken meal prep bowls combine bright citrus, savory garlic, and juicy grilled chicken with fresh vegetables and grains for a healthy and easy summer lunch. Perfect for prepping ahead, they stay flavorful and balanced throughout the week.

Ingredients

Scale

1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts

2 lemons zested and juiced

4 garlic cloves minced

3 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon honey

1 teaspoon dried oregano

2 cups cooked brown rice

1 cucumber diced

1 cup cherry tomatoes halved

2 cups baby spinach

1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced

1/4 cup feta cheese optional

salt to taste

pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, garlic, honey, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl and add the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes.

2. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.

3. Let the chicken rest, then slice into strips once cooled slightly.

4. Divide cooked brown rice among four containers and layer with spinach, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.

5. Top each bowl with sliced chicken and feta cheese if using, and store dressings separately until serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: main dish
Method: grilling
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 450
Sugar: 5
Sodium: 600
Fat: 15
Saturated Fat: 3
Unsaturated Fat: 10
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 45
Fiber: 5
Protein: 35
Cholesterol: 85

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