My chicken meal prep recipe is one of the easiest and fastest options you can make. In just 20 minutes, you’ll have meals ready for the entire week—super convenient!
INGREDIENTS
Rice Ingredients:
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups water
- ¾ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp coconut oil (or any oil)
Chicken Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, medium-sized chicken breasts
- Salt
- Pepper
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Broccoli Ingredients:
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- Water (for steaming)
INSTRUCTIONS
For the Rice:
- In a medium-sized saucepan, combine 2 cups of water and oil. Bring to a boil.
- Once it boils, stir in the rice, then cover the saucepan with a lid and reduce the heat to low.
- Let it simmer for about 15 minutes until all the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and set aside.
For the Chicken:
- Rub the chicken breasts with garlic powder, salt, pepper, paprika, cumin, and brown sugar.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes on the first side until grill marks form.
- Flip the chicken and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and let the chicken rest in the pan.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and cut it into smaller pieces.
For the Broccoli:
- Soak the broccoli florets in salty water for about 5 minutes, then drain.
- Boil water in a large pot, then add the broccoli and blanch for 1 minute. Drain and set aside. OR Place the broccoli in a microwave-safe bowl with 3 tablespoons of water. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave on high for 3 minutes.
NOTES: To make this in 20 minutes: Start by marinating the broccoli, then cook the rice while you fry the chicken. Multitasking in this way saves time!
