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high protein meals easy

High Protein Meals Easy: 7 Steps to Energize Your Day


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

Description

A collection of easy high protein meal recipes for quick preparation.


Ingredients

  • Chicken breast – 500g
  • Quinoa – 200g
  • Black beans – 1 can
  • Broccoli – 200g
  • Eggs – 4
  • Greek yogurt – 200g
  • Almonds – 100g
  • Olive oil – 2 tbsp
  • Salt – to taste
  • Pepper – to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  3. Place chicken on a baking tray and drizzle with olive oil.
  4. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through.
  5. Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
  6. Steam broccoli for 5-7 minutes.
  7. In a pan, scramble the eggs until fully cooked.
  8. Mix black beans and quinoa in a bowl.
  9. Serve chicken with quinoa, broccoli, and a side of Greek yogurt.
  10. Top with almonds for added crunch.

Notes

  • Meal prep can be done in advance.
  • Substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking and steaming
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 200mg

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