High Protein Meal Prep for Healthy Eating Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) chicken breast, diced
• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 4 meal prep containers

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a bowl, toss the diced chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Spread it on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
3. While the chicken is baking, cook the quinoa according to package instructions.
4. In a steamer or pot, steam the broccoli florets for about 5-7 minutes until tender but bright green.
5. Once the chicken is done, combine it in a large bowl with the cooked quinoa, black beans, red bell pepper, lime juice, and cilantro. Mix well.
6. Divide the mixture into 4 meal prep containers, adding a portion of steamed broccoli to each.
7. Top each meal with a slice of avocado and a dollop of Greek yogurt before sealing the containers.