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Lemon Garlic Chicken Meal Prep

A healthy and flavorful meal prep option combining tender lemon garlic chicken, roasted potatoes, and sautéed zucchini for a satisfying week-long meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Meal Prep
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 500

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 24 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breasts 4 (6-ounce) pieces

For the Sides

  • 1.5 pounds yellow potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt plus more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper plus more to taste
  • 4 small zucchinis, sliced into 1-inch pieces

Method

Prepare the Marinade

  • In a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  • Add the chicken breasts and toss to coat thoroughly.
  • Let the chicken marinate for 20 minutes or up to 24 hours for more flavor.

Prepare the Potatoes

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Spread the potato pieces evenly on the baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Toss to combine and bake for 30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through.

Cook the Chicken

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade, shaking off any excess liquid.
  • Place the chicken in the preheated pan and cook for 7-8 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and a meat thermometer reads 165°F (74°C).
  • Once done, remove the chicken from the pan and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Cook the Zucchini

  • Add the zucchini slices to the remaining marinade and toss to coat.
  • In the same skillet used to cook the chicken, add the zucchini with the marinade.
  • Cook on high heat for 5-7 minutes, tossing occasionally, until softened and lightly browned.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Assemble Meal Prep Containers

  • Once all components are cooked, divide the sliced chicken, roasted potatoes, and sautéed zucchini into four meal prep containers.
  • Let them cool before sealing for storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 38gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2g

Notes

For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight. You can use different vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli if you prefer. Adjust the spices to your taste; add more garlic or lemon juice if you love it!
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