MEAL PREP for 5 Servings! Honey Garlic Chicken with Roasted Vegetables and Quinoa
How about a simple and tasty meal prep recipe for a family of 5? Let's make Honey Garlic Chicken with Roasted Vegetables and Quinoa. It's nutritious, delicious, and easy to prepare in bulk for multiple meals. Here's the recipe:
Honey Garlic Chicken with Roasted Vegetables and Quinoa
Ingredients:
- 5 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound mixed vegetables (such as carrots, broccoli, bell peppers)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. **Preheat Oven**: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. **Prepare Chicken**: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Place them in a baking dish.
3. **Make Marinade**: In a small bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, soy sauce, honey, and olive oil. Pour the marinade over the chicken breasts, making sure they are evenly coated. Set aside to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
4. **Prepare Quinoa**: In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and fluffy. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
5. **Prepare Vegetables**: While the quinoa is cooking, wash and chop your mixed vegetables into bite-sized pieces. Arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
6. **Roast Vegetables**: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for about 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
7. **Bake Chicken**: Place the marinated chicken breasts in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
8. **Assemble**: Divide the cooked quinoa, roasted vegetables, and honey garlic chicken among meal prep containers or plates.
This meal prep recipe should provide several servings for your family of 5. Enjoy your nutritious and flavorful dinner!
