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easy high protein meal prep

easy high protein meal prep: 5 Steps to Energize Your Week


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

A simple, nutritious meal prep focused on high protein.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups quinoa
  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 1 cup black beans
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 bell pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
  2. Dice chicken and season with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a pan and cook chicken until done.
  4. Add black beans, corn, and diced bell pepper to the pan.
  5. Mix in cooked quinoa and stir well.
  6. Divide into meal prep containers.

Notes

  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Reheat before serving.
  • Can add avocado for extra flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Meal Prep
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 container
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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