Description
Prepare these Low-Carb Chicken & Veggie Protein Boxes for a week of healthy, protein-packed meals. They are perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed
- 2 cups cauliflower florets, steamed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook chicken breasts using your preferred method (baking, grilling, or pan-frying). Dice into bite-sized pieces.
- Steam broccoli and cauliflower florets until tender-crisp.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, steamed broccoli, steamed cauliflower, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, Kalamata olives, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture. Toss to combine.
- Divide the mixture evenly into meal prep containers.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of vegetables to your liking.
- You can substitute other vegetables, such as bell peppers or zucchini.
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken before cooking.
- These protein boxes are best served cold.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch/Dinner
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean