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Honey Garlic Chicken Meal Prep Ideas

Irresistible Honey Garlic Chicken Meal Prep Ideas for Busy Days

Discover easy and healthy Honey Garlic Chicken Meal Prep ideas to enjoy delicious homemade meals throughout the week.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Gluten-Free
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Honey Use pure honey for the best flavor.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic is essential.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Opt for tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Acts as a cooking fat.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar (or Lemon Juice) Adds necessary acidity.
For the Chicken Prep
  • 1.5 pounds Chicken Breasts or Thighs Chicken thighs are juicier.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Broccoli or Carrots Feel free to swap in seasonal veggies.
For the Grains
  • 1 cup Rice or Quinoa Quinoa offers a protein boost.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley or Green Onions Brightens up your meal.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • skillet
  • Resealable Plastic Bag
  • Airtight containers

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, and rice vinegar or lemon juice to create the marinade.
  2. Marinate chicken in the prepared marinade for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  3. Cook the marinated chicken in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side, ensuring it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  4. While chicken cooks, prepare vegetables and grains according to package instructions.
  5. Assemble meal prep containers with sliced chicken, vegetables, and grains.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley or sliced green onions before serving.
  7. Store meals in airtight containers in the fridge for up to four days or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 30gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This meal prep is great for busy weeknights and can be customized with your favorite vegetables and grains.

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