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<p>Spicy Chicken and Sweet Potato Meal Prep Magic! 3 big sheet pans + 45 minutes = healthy meals for a week!</p>

Spicy Chicken and Sweet Potato Meal Prep Magic Bowls

chicken

spicy seasoning mix*

olive oil

potatoes,

broccoli florets (broccolini FTW)

salt and pepper

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Toss the chicken pieces with the spices and a quick stream of olive oil. Stir to combine; store in the fridge for about 30 minutes while you prep other ingredients.

Toss the chicken pieces with the spices and a quick stream of olive oil. Stir to combine; store in the fridge for about 30 minutes while you prep other ingredients.

Spicy Chicken Sweet Potato Meal Prep Step 1

Arrange the vegetables on their own sheet pans (preferably ones with edges to catch drips, etc.). Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle generously with salt. Arrange the chicken on a separate sheet pan.

Spicy Chicken Sweet Potato Meal Prep Step 2

Bake all ingredients for 12-15 minutes. Remove the broccoli and chicken. Stir sweet potatoes and roast another 15 minutes or so.

Spicy Chicken Sweet Potato Meal Prep Step 3

Done! Divide your servings out into containers and be happy you have meal starters ready for the week! 😀

Done! Divide your servings out into containers and be happy you have meal starters ready for the week!

Spicy Chicken Sweet Potato Meal Prep Step 4

I love all recipes using broccoli florets!!!

Love this :) I can feel your excitement and I am forever trying to find the balance in cooking for the blog vs. cooking for us in real life and trying new recipes and staying creative, yet making things that people will actually EAT and not just think are pretty.  And this, my friend, is definitely both :)  Meal planning and I are having some words right now -_- but I will certainly be doing a version of this soon :)

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Spicy Chicken and Sweet Potato Meal Prep

Spicy Chicken Meal Prep with rice and beans + a yummy cilantro sauce = healthy meal prep to last you all week! Meal planning that is healthy, delicious, AND beautiful!

Spicy Chicken Meal Prep with Rice and Beans

water

of fresh salsa (undrained canned tomatoes also work)

salt

breasts,

spices

cilantro

sunshine sauce (click for recipe)

Cook

Place the rice, water, tomatoes, salt, and oil in the pot. Stir to combine. Place the chicken pieces on top and sprinkle generously with your favorite spices and some salt. Turn the instant pot on high pressure for 7-8 minutes. When done, use the quick release valve for the steam.

 Remove the chicken. Mix the black beans (and maybe a little sunshine sauce) in with the rice.

Meal Prep Yourself

Divide the rice and beans amongst 4-6 meal prep containers. Top each with a piece of chicken. Sprinkle with cilantro and drizzle with a spoonful of sauce.

I put a cupcake liner in the small compartment, that way you can just lift the liner with the trail mix (or whatever else) straight out befote microwaving.

Yum!! Would love to see more meal prep ideas. I find prepping essential to eating healthy with commuting, work, etc. However, I do have a question and it's kind of silly but driving me nuts (ha)..how do you heat up the meal on day 2, 3, 4 etc. with the granola and peppers in there? Do you dump them out onto a paper towel or something? Inquiring mind wants to know :)

Ooh, I wish that would look like my lunch at my school times. Looks so Yummy and beautiful. Lindsey, you would make the best lunch preps for kids to school EVER 😊✌ 100 points from me for that post!!

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Yeah, I went there. Chicken Meal Prep. With Rice and Beans. And Cilantro Sauce. I don’t even recognize this organized version of myself.

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Spicy Chicken and Rice Meal Prep

Spicy and sweet with an adaptable amount of heat, this Spicy Honey Chicken Marinade makes tender and flavorful chicken every time!

Spicy Honey Chicken Marinade

honey

garlic,

sea salt

apple cider vinegar

- 2 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, thighs, or tenders*

corn starch

Diced cilantro and lime slices, to garnish (optional)

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the...

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, garlic, red pepper, salt, vinegar, and sriracha until combined.

Add the chicken to the marinade and turn...

Add the chicken to the marinade and turn it in it until covered with the marinade or add the chicken to a resealable bag and pour the marinade over to cover. Marinate the chicken 30 minutes - 24 hours.

Preheat the grill to 375-400 degrees Fahrenheit. Add...

Preheat the grill to 375-400 degrees Fahrenheit. Add the chicken to the grill, reserving the marinade.

Cook the chicken for 7-10 minutes (on the...

Cook the chicken for 7-10 minutes (on the shorter side for tenders and thighs and on the longer side for breasts) turning the chicken every 3-3.5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

Remove the chicken from the grill, cover with...

Remove the chicken from the grill, cover with foil or a clean plate, and rest for 5 minutes.

Add the reserved chicken marinade to a microwave-safe...

Add the reserved chicken marinade to a microwave-safe bowl or small saucepan. Heat in the microwave or bring to a simmer on the stovetop for 2-3 minutes, or until the marinade boils for 1.5 minutes.

Whisk the cornstarch and cold water together until...

Whisk the cornstarch and cold water together until combined. Stir the cornstarch mixture into the hot marinade. Return the marinade back to the microwave or stovetop and cook, bringing the marinade to a boil, for 1 more minute or until the sauce has thickened.

Serve the chicken with the marinade sauce and...

Serve the chicken with the marinade sauce and diced cilantro and sliced limes to garnish, if desired. Enjoy!

How to meal prep chicken for the entire week, including an easy chicken breast recipe, all for under $5 per meal!&nbsp; Cook once and eat all week!

How To Meal Prep Chicken

chicken breasts

limes, (juiced (approx. 4 tbsp. juice))

tsp cumin

tsp sea salt

tsp black pepper

cayenne pepper

cilantro, (chopped)

coconut oil

tbsp raw honey

cinnamon

broccoli florets

garlic powder

In a large mixing bowl, add the boneless, skinless chicken breasts, lime juice, ground cumin, sea salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and fresh cilantro.  Toss this all together to coat evenly.  Then, top with plastic wrap and place in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to marinate. (You could also place everything in a large sealable bag if you&#x27;d prefer.)

While the chicken is marinating, start on the sweet potatoes by preheating your oven to 375 degrees F and lining a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced sweet potatoes, coconut oil, raw honey, sea salt, and ground cinnamon and toss to coat evenly.

Spread the sweet potatoes out evenly over the prepared baking sheet and, when the oven is preheated, place into the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.

To make our easy sautéed broccoli, heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet.

Once hot, add raw broccoli florets, followed by sea salt, garlic powder, and black pepper.  Toss to coat.

Cover the pan and cook 6-8 minutes, tossing regularly until the broccoli is almost tender and is bright green. (You can add a little low sodium chicken broth or water to help it along if you’d like.)

To cook the chicken, heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet and then transfer the cilantro lime marinated chicken into the hot pan, spaced evenly.

Cook 4-6 minutes per side, until well browned and fully cooked.

Remove from the heat and dice into cubes.

To assemble, I recommend using meal prep containers.  Start by adding the diced chicken, followed by the sautéed broccoli, and then the sweet potatoes.  Top everything off with a wedge of lime and you’re good to go.

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RECIPES

CILANTRO LIME CHICKEN

3 1/2 lbs. boneless/skinless chicken breasts
4 limes, juiced (approx. 1/4 cup)
2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp sea salt
1 tsp ground black pepper
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro

ROASTED SWEET POTATOES

6 medium sweet potatoes, diced into cubes
3 tbsp coconut oil, melted
3 tbsp raw honey
1 tsp sea salt
2 tsp ground cinnamon

SAUTEED BROCCOLI

8 cups broccoli florets
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp black pepper

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How to Meal Prep - Chicken (7 Meals/Under $5) | How To Meal Prep | A Sweet Pea Chef

This comforting Slow Cooker Chicken Breast recipe is made with a mouthwatering blend of herbs and spices. Guaranteed to turn out perfectly every time!

Slow Cooker Chicken Breast

black pepper

½ teaspoon sweet paprika

onion powder

basil

oregano

chopped fresh parsley, (for garnish, optional)

Pour water or chicken broth inside the insert of your slow cooker.

Pat dry the chicken breasts with paper towels.

Rub the chicken with olive oil and set aside.

In a small mixing bowl combine the salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, basil, and oregano; mix until thoroughly incorporated.

Rub the chicken breasts with the seasoning mixture.

Transfer the chicken breasts to the slow cooker.

Cover and cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours, or until internal temperature of the chicken registers at 165˚F. Use an Instant Read Meat Thermometer to check for doneness.

Remove chicken breasts from the slow cooker and let the chicken rest for about 5 to 8 minutes before cutting and serving.

If you’d like a bit of browning on the cooked chicken, put it under the broiler for about 3 to 4 minutes after you cooked it in the slow cooker.

Yes, you can make Instant Pot Shredded Chicken from Frozen chicken breasts. And, it&#039;s so easy. You get a bonus quart of golden chicken stock too!

Instant Pot Shredded Chicken from Frozen

Chicken Breasts (frozen)

Yellow Onion (sliced and circles separated)

Garlic Cloves

Water

Salt and Pepper (as desired)

Peel onion and make four horizontal slices then separate the onion circles into the Instant Pot. Add 3 garlic cloves to Instant Pot and add frozen chicken breasts.

Pour in water and season with salt and pepper, as desired.

Check the Instant Pot lid to ensure the seal is in place and nothing is blocking the vent. Place lid on top and set lever to Sealing. Press the Manual button on the Instant Pot and set to high for 18 minutes. Natural release for 10 minutes then quick release the remaining pressure. The entire cook time will be about 30-35 minutes.

Remove lid. Press the Cancel button to reset or remove cord. Check that the internal temperature is 165℉. If not, press the Saute button to cook a little longer, until done.

Remove the chicken to a cutting mat and shred with 2 forks right away. It shreds so easily that it takes only about 60-90 seconds. Strain the chicken stock, if desired. Don&#39;t throw it away!

Allow to cool then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or in a freezer safe container or freezer bag for up to 4 months.

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Yes, you can make Instant Pot Shredded Chicken from Frozen chicken breasts. And, it’s so easy. You get a bonus quart of golden chicken stock too!

Instant Pot Shredded Chicken

This easy crock pot whole chicken takes just 10 minutes to prep then is hands off as it cooks for perfectly tender, flavorful chicken that can be used in so many ways.

Crock Pot Whole Chicken

paprika

lemon,

unsalted butter,

Pat the chicken dry all over and in...

Pat the chicken dry all over and in the cavity with paper towels. Use your fingers to separate the skin of the chicken on the breast side from the meat.

Combine the seasonings in a small bowl. Sprinkle...

Combine the seasonings in a small bowl. Sprinkle generously over the chicken, in the cavity and underneath the skin on the breasts side.

Tuck the pats of butter underneath the skin...

Tuck the pats of butter underneath the skin on the breasts side. Place half of the lemon in the cavity of the chicken.

Place the other half of the lemon in...

Place the other half of the lemon in the middle of the bottom of the slow cooker. Arrange four even sized foil balls around the half lemon to make a little rack for the chicken to keep it elevated. (If you have a rack for your crock pot, you can also use that. Or use halved onions.)

Place the chicken on the foil balls in...

Place the chicken on the foil balls in the slow cooker insert, breast side up. Use a piece of kitchen string or twine to tie the drumsticks together. Tuck the wings of the chicken underneath the chicken.

Cook on high for 3 1/2 to 4...

Cook on high for 3 1/2 to 4 hours or low for 7-8 hours, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 160.

Remove the roasted chicken from the oven. Let...

Remove the roasted chicken from the oven. Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. (You can tent it with aluminum foil so it retains its heat.)

Carve the chicken (see notes below for details)...

Carve the chicken (see notes below for details) and serve warm or let cool and then refrigerate.

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Slow Cooker Greek Chicken made with simple ingredients and lends outstanding flavor. A fresh and healthy chicken recipe you&#39;ll want to make all the time!

Slow Cooker Greek Chicken

chicken breast

full-fat, plain Greek yogurt

garlic cloves, divided

lemon

Combine yogurt, 1 garlic clove grated, lemon zest, juice of lemon, and salt in a small bowl.

To a large slow cooker add chicken along with 1 garlic clove minced. Pour 1/3 cup of the yogurt sauce over the chicken and toss to coat both sides. Put remaining yogurt sauce in the refrigerator until ready to serve with cooked chicken.

Place the lid on and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 5-6. You want the chicken to easily shred with a fork.

Once chicken is cooked remove to a plate and shred. Pour out all but 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid and add chicken back to the slow cooker. Stir in 1/4 cup more yogurt sauce and serve chicken with fresh lemon slices and additional sauce. See notes below for how to serve Greek chicken.

Sweet and sticky honey BBQ glazed chicken paired with indulgent, creamy garlic Parmesan potatoes for a balanced, protein-rich dinner that satisfies comfort food cravings.

Honey BBQ Chicken + Garlic Parmesan Potatoes

boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6-8 oz each)

honey (raw honey recommended

BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)

butter

garlic cloves,

heavy cream

Parmesan cheese

Salt and pepper

fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Preheat the oven

Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and allow it to preheat while you prepare the chicken. Line a baking dish or sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easier cleanup.

Prepare the honey BBQ sauce

In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, BBQ sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined. The mixture should be smooth and glossy. Set aside about 1/4 cup of the sauce to use for basting later.

Prepare the chicken

Place the chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. If the chicken breasts are very thick, you can butterfly them or pound them to an even thickness (about 3/4 inch) for more even cooking. Pour the honey BBQ sauce mixture over the chicken, turning each piece to ensure it's completely coated on all sides.

Bake the chicken

Place the chicken in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured with a meat thermometer at the thickest part. Baste the chicken with the reserved sauce halfway through the cooking time for extra flavor and moisture.

Caramelize the chicken (optional)

For an extra layer of flavor and a beautiful caramelized finish, switch your oven to the broil setting for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking time. Watch carefully to prevent burning, as the honey in the sauce can caramelize quickly.

Prepare the potatoes

While the chicken is baking, fill a large pot with cold water and add a generous pinch of salt. Add the diced potatoes to the pot. Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook the potatoes for 10-15 minutes, or until they are fork-tender but not falling apart.

Drain the potatoes

Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them thoroughly in a colander. Give them a gentle shake to remove excess water, which helps the sauce adhere better to the potatoes.

Prepare the creamy garlic sauce

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to brown or burn it. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir continuously until the cheese is melted and the sauce has slightly thickened, about 3-4 minutes.

Combine potatoes and sauce

Add the drained potatoes to the skillet with the creamy garlic sauce. Gently toss or stir to coat all the potato pieces evenly with the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If the sauce seems too thick, you can add a splash more cream or a tablespoon of the potato cooking water to reach your desired consistency.

Serve the dish

Once the chicken is done, let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the meat moist. To serve, place a chicken breast on each plate alongside a generous scoop of the creamy garlic Parmesan potatoes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and fresh flavor.

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