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Healthy Chicken Meal Prep with Mashed Cauliflower and Roasted Vegetables
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Healthy Chicken Meal Prep with Mashed Cauliflower and Roasted Vegetables

A protein-packed, low-carb meal featuring juicy chicken, creamy mashed cauliflower, and vibrant roasted veggies. Perfect for batch cooking and guilt-free, flavorful weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken breasts (2, skinless, boneless)
  • Extra virgin olive oil (1 tablespoon)
  • Dried oregano (1 teaspoon)
  • Paprika (1 teaspoon)
  • Onion powder (1 teaspoon)
  • Garlic, minced (¼ teaspoon)
  • Unsalted butter (1½ tablespoons)
  • Cauliflower (1 medium head)
  • Carrots (2 medium)
  • Potatoes (2, small)
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Black pepper (to taste)
  • Grated parmesan (optional, for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
  2. Slice chicken into thin strips; season with oregano, paprika, onion powder, garlic, and black pepper
  3. Heat oil in a skillet, cook chicken 4-5 minutes until golden
  4. Add unsalted butter to the skillet, toss roasted vegetables (carrots, potatoes) with herbs, salt, and pepper
  5. Roast vegetables in oven for 20 minutes
  6. Steam cauliflower 10-12 minutes until tender; mash with butter until smooth
  7. Portion chicken with cauliflower mash and roasted veggies

Notes

Use pre-cut cauliflower florets to save time
Swap potatoes with sweet potatoes for a color boost
Glass storage containers preserve texture
Optional parmesan adds richness without excess carbs