Healthy and Delicious: 15-Minute Meal Prep Ideas
Preparing quick and tasty meals doesn’t have to be complicated. With just a few ingredients and simple steps, you can have a healthy dish ready in about 15 minutes. These meal prep ideas are perfect for busy days and work well with an air fryer to save time and add crispiness.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice (optional)
Steps
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, toss the chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in the air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes.
- While the chicken cooks, mix the cherry tomatoes, broccoli, and bell pepper with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- After 10 minutes, add the vegetables to the air fryer basket around the chicken and cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
- Remove everything from the air fryer. Slice the chicken and serve it with the cooked vegetables. Add quinoa or brown rice if desired for a more filling meal.
Tips or Variations
- Swap chicken breasts for salmon fillets or tofu cubes for different protein options.
- Use your favorite seasoning blends like Italian herbs or Cajun spices to vary the flavor.
- Double the vegetable portion to add more greens and fiber to your meal.
- For extra crunch, sprinkle some toasted nuts or seeds on top before serving.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, you can bake the chicken and vegetables in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 15-20 minutes.
