Meal Prepping for Weight Loss and Muscle Gain: Grilled Chicken and Quinoa Bowl
A nutritious grilled chicken and quinoa bowl perfect for meal prepping that focuses on weight loss and muscle gain.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Healthy
- Diet: Proteinpacked
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water or broth
- 2 cups mixed seasonal veggies (zucchini, bell peppers, broccoli)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, add rinsed quinoa and 2 cups of water or broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and brush with olive oil. Season your chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and any spices you like. Cook for about 6-7 minutes per side or until no longer pink inside.
- In another pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil, add your mixed veggies, and sauté until crisp-tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- In meal prep containers, place a scoop of quinoa, top with sliced grilled chicken, and load up on veggies. Drizzle with dressing or a squeeze of lemon for zing. Garnish with fresh herbs.
- Let everything cool before sealing your containers. These bowls will keep nicely in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.
Notes
Experiment with different seasonal veggies and grains for variety. Use broth for added flavor in quinoa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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