Description
Add variety to your meal prep chicken with different marinades, cooking methods, and serving styles to keep your meals exciting throughout the week.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for each marinade)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (for Asian marinade)
- 2 tbsp honey (for Asian marinade)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (for Mediterranean marinade)
- 1 tsp oregano (for Mediterranean marinade)
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce (for BBQ version)
- 1 tsp chili powder (for spicy version)
Instructions
- Trim and clean chicken breasts. Pat them dry with paper towels.
- Divide chicken into 4 portions for variety.
- Marinate each portion in a different style: Asian (soy sauce + honey), Mediterranean (lemon juice + oregano), BBQ (BBQ sauce), and Spicy (chili powder + garlic powder).
- Let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for more flavor.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C), grill, or pan based on preference.
- Cook each batch accordingly: Bake for 20-25 minutes, grill 6-8 minutes per side, or pan-fry 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing or storing.
- Portion into containers with sides of choice (e.g., rice, veggies, salad).
Notes
- Switch up the sides like quinoa, sweet potatoes, or mixed greens for added variety.
- Double the marinades to save time for future weeks.
- Use airtight containers to store chicken in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with marinade
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg