Description
A vibrant and healthy meal prep option with marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lemon dressing. Perfect for weekday lunches or light dinners.
Ingredients
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp dried oregano
1 tsp paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 cup red onion, chopped
1/2 cup black olives, sliced
1 medium cucumber, diced
3 tbsp feta cheese, crumbled
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (for dressing)
1/2 tsp garlic, minced (for dressing)
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Mix chicken with olive oil, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Marinate for 15–60 minutes.
2. Heat oil in a skillet. Cook chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until cooked through. Let rest, then slice.
3. Combine bell pepper, onion, olives, cucumber, and feta in a large bowl.
4. Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
5. Pour dressing over vegetables. Toss to coat. Sprinkle with parsley.
6. Divide salad and chicken into 4 containers for meal prep.
7. Refrigerate for up to 4 days. Store dressing separately if desired.
Notes
Use chickpeas, tofu, or shrimp instead of chicken.
Keep dressing separate to prevent soggy vegetables.
Omit feta for a dairy-free version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Meal Prep
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg