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Make Ahead Meals: 7 Easy Tips for Stress-Free Cooking


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A simple recipe for a delicious make-ahead meal that saves you time.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups of cooked chicken
  • 1 cup of rice
  • 1 cup of mixed vegetables
  • 1 cup of chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add cooked chicken and mixed vegetables. Stir for 5 minutes.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  4. Add rice and mix well.
  5. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Cover and cook for 15 minutes or until rice is tender.
  7. Remove from heat and let it cool.
  8. Store in meal prep containers for later use.

Notes

  • You can use leftover chicken to save time.
  • Feel free to change the vegetables based on your preference.
  • Make sure to let the meal cool before sealing the containers.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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