Imagine coming home after a long day to a delicious, nutritious meal that's already prepared - no stress, no mess! These Grilled Chicken Veggie Bowls are not just a meal, they're a game-changer in your healthy eating journey. Packed with protein, vibrant vegetables, and bursting with flavor, this recipe will revolutionize your meal prep routine and make healthy eating incredibly easy and irresistibly tasty.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup zucchini, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by patting the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to create a seasoning blend.
- Brush the chicken breasts evenly with the seasoning mixture, ensuring complete coverage on all sides.
- Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 400°F).
- While the grill is heating, wash and slice the bell peppers, zucchini, and separate the broccoli into florets.
- Toss the vegetables with remaining olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Place chicken breasts on the preheated grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Simultaneously, grill the vegetables on a cooler part of the grill or in a grill basket, turning occasionally to prevent burning.
- Remove chicken and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
- Divide grilled vegetables and sliced chicken among four meal prep containers.
- Allow meals to cool completely before sealing and refrigerating.
- Store in refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat thoroughly before consuming.
Tips
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure maximum flavor absorption and perfect grilling.
- Use a meat thermometer to guarantee chicken is cooked to the safe internal temperature of 165°F.
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken for 30 minutes before grilling if time allows.
- Cut vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking on the grill.
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes after grilling to retain maximum juiciness.
- Use a grill basket for vegetables to prevent smaller pieces from falling through grates.
- For meal prep, invest in high-quality, leak-proof containers to keep your meals fresh.
- Vary your seasoning blend to keep the recipe exciting - try different herb and spice combinations.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 75mg
