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cheap high protein meal prep

Cheap High Protein Meal Prep: 4 Delicious Ways to Save


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A simple and affordable high protein meal prep option.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups broccoli
  • 1 can black beans
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season chicken breast with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  4. Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
  5. Steam broccoli until tender.
  6. Rinse and drain black beans.
  7. Once chicken is done, let it rest and then slice it.
  8. Assemble meal prep containers with quinoa, broccoli, black beans, and sliced chicken.

Notes

  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Reheat before serving.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Meal Prep
  • Method: Baking and steaming
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 container
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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