Description
Bright and flavorful lemon garlic chicken meal prep bowls with roasted potatoes and zucchini. A healthy, easy make-ahead recipe for busy weeks.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 boneless skinless chicken fillets
- 1 1/2 pounds yellow potatoes, cut into bite size pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 small zucchini, sliced into chunks
Instructions
- Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Add chicken fillets and coat them well. Let the chicken marinate for at least 20 minutes or refrigerate it up to 24 hours.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Toss potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Spread the potatoes evenly and roast them for 30 minutes, stirring halfway, until golden and tender.
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Remove chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Cook the chicken for 7 to 8 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. The internal temperature must reach 165°F. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and rest it for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Add sliced zucchini to the remaining marinade and toss to coat. In the same skillet, cook the zucchini over high heat for 5 to 7 minutes until tender with light browning. Season the zucchini to taste.
- Divide the sliced chicken, roasted potatoes, and zucchini evenly into meal prep containers. Let the food cool before sealing and storing the containers.
Notes
- Store the prepared bowls in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheat the bowls in the microwave until they are warmed through.
- Always check that the chicken reheats to 165°F for safe eating.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 40 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American