Description
This BBQ chicken meal prep is perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight dinner. Juicy chicken breasts are marinated in a homemade BBQ sauce, grilled to perfection, and served with your choice of sides. Ideal for meal prepping, these flavorful chicken portions can be stored in the fridge and reheated throughout the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup homemade or store-bought BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional sides: steamed broccoli, brown rice, or quinoa
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the BBQ sauce with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken breasts to the bowl, ensuring they are well coated in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 8 hours for more flavor.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve with your choice of sides or store in meal prep containers for the week.
Notes
- You can customize the BBQ sauce according to your preference, adding spices or sweeteners as desired.
- This recipe can easily be doubled for larger meal prep needs.
- Store cooked chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 7
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 41
- Cholesterol: 120
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