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Colorful meal prep containers filled with vibrant, neatly arranged ingredients including cooked rice, seasoned vegetables, and protein options like chicken or beef, all styled on a sleek kitchen countertop with bright natural lighting highlighting textures and freshness.

Budget-Friendly Meal Prep Chef’s Favorite

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This easy and cost-effective meal prep recipe provides a nutritious and satisfying meal plan that you can prepare in advance, ensuring a healthy week of dinners without breaking the bank.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 pound chicken breast or beef strips
  • Mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or seasoning of choice
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice according to package instructions and let it cool slightly.
  2. Season the chicken or beef with salt, pepper, and soy sauce.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, cook the meat until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add vegetables to the skillet and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes.
  5. Portion cooked rice and stir-fried ingredients into meal prep containers.
  6. Seal and refrigerate for up to 4 days, ready to reheat and enjoy.

Notes

  • You can customize the vegetables based on what you have.
  • For extra flavor, add garlic or ginger during cooking.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Budget-friendly, Meal prep, Easy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 container
  • Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 50 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 60 mg