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Close-up of cooked chicken, broccoli, and sweet potatoes on marble.

Cook a Full Week of Meals in Just 1 Hour Minimalist Meal Prep Hack!

Prepare a week's worth of healthy meals in just one hour with this minimalist meal prep hack! This recipe focuses on simple ingredients and efficient cooking to save you time and effort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 5 meals
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Protein
  • 3 lbs Chicken Breast or other protein
Vegetables
  • 2 lbs Broccoli Florets
  • 2 lbs Sweet Potatoes cubed
Seasoning
  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Garlic Powder
  • Other vegetables Optional: bell peppers, onions, zucchini
  • Favorite seasonings Optional: paprika, chili powder, Italian herbs
Other
  • Containers for meal storage

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Prepare chicken: Cut into pieces, toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. Prepare vegetables: Toss broccoli, sweet potatoes (and other vegetables) with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Spread chicken and vegetables on separate baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender. Check internal temperature of chicken to ensure it reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Let the chicken and vegetables cool slightly.
  7. Divide the chicken and vegetables evenly among your meal prep containers.
  8. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes

Adjust seasonings to your preference for a customized flavor!