Description
Meal Prep Chicken is the perfect solution for busy weekdays, delivering juicy, flavorful chicken breasts marinated in garlic, lemon, and a blend of Italian herbs. This versatile dish pairs beautifully with various sides and sauces, ensuring a delightful meal every time. Whip it up easily to enjoy nutritious meals without the daily cooking hassle—ideal for lunchboxes or cozy dinners at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and Italian seasoning to create the marinade.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade; ensure each piece is well coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for best results).
- Place marinated chicken in the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- While chicken bakes, whisk together soy sauce and honey in a small bowl until smooth.
- Once cooked, drizzle sauce over chicken before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 105mg