High-Protein Chicken and Rice Bowls
Cook time: 45 minutes
Simple and nutritious meal prep bowls with seasoned chicken, brown rice, black beans, and sautéed vegetables. Perfect for weekly meal prep with excellent protein content.
NOTES: These keep in the fridge for 4-5 days and reheat really well. You can add hot sauce, salsa, or Greek yogurt when you eat them for extra flavor!
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 cups brown rice (uncooked)
- 2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 bell peppers, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cumin to taste
Instructions
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Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes until cooked through. Let cool and slice.
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Cook rice according to package directions.
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Sauté onions and peppers in olive oil until softened. Season with cumin, salt, and pepper.
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Divide into 6 meal prep containers: rice on bottom, then beans, sautéed vegetables, and sliced chicken on top.
Macros
Whole Dish
| Field | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2,040 |
| Protein | 210g |
| Fat | 48g |
| Carbs | 270g |
| Fiber | 42g |
| Sugar | 18g |
| Volume | 2,400g |
Per Serving
340 calories, 35g protein, 8g fat, 45g carbs, 7g fiber, 3g sugar