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Chicken Meal Prep for Fat Loss

A nutritious and flavorful meal prep recipe featuring marinated chicken, sweet potatoes, and broccoli, perfect for staying on track with your health goals.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course, Meal Prep
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients

For the marinade

  • 8 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts Fresh chicken breasts
  • 4 limes juiced (approx. 4 tbsp. juice) For zest and moisture
  • 2 tsp ground cumin Adds a warm flavor
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper Adjust for spice preference
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro (chopped) For freshness

For the sweet potatoes

  • 6 medium sweet potatoes (diced into cubes)
  • 3 tbsp coconut oil For roasting
  • 3 tbsp raw honey For sweetness
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon Enhances sweetness

For the broccoli

  • 8 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 tbsp olive oil For sautéing
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Method

Marinate Chicken

  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken, lime juice, cumin, 1 tsp of salt, 1 tsp of pepper, cayenne, and cilantro. Toss to coat, cover, and marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes.

Prepare Sweet Potatoes

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, toss the sweet potatoes with coconut oil, honey, 1 tsp of salt, and cinnamon. Spread them on the baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until tender.

Cook Broccoli

  • Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the broccoli, garlic powder, 1 tsp of salt, and 1/4 tsp of pepper. Toss, cover, and cook for 6-8 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and tender.

Cook Chicken

  • In another skillet, heat the remaining olive oil. Cook the marinated chicken for 4-6 minutes on each side until cooked through. Let it rest, then dice it.

Assemble Meal Prep

  • Assemble your meal prep containers with diced chicken, broccoli, and sweet potatoes. Add a lime wedge to each container for extra flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 10g

Notes

Store the prepared meals in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. If you want to keep them longer, consider freezing individual portions. They can last up to 3 months in the freezer. Just make sure to label the containers with the date. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Feel free to adjust the spices based on your taste preferences. You can substitute different vegetables if broccoli isn’t your favorite. Double the recipe if you need more meals for the week.
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