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chicken lunch recipes

Chicken Lunch Recipes for Quick and Healthy Meals


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A collection of easy chicken lunch recipes for quick meal prep.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 chicken fillets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables
  • 1 cup cooked rice

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season the chicken fillets with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  3. Place the chicken on a baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
  5. While the chicken bakes, sauté mixed vegetables in a pan.
  6. Serve the chicken with rice and vegetables.

Notes

  • For flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
  • Use any seasonal vegetables.
  • Substitute rice with quinoa for a healthier option.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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