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Hitting your protein targets without blowing past your calorie budget comes down to lean proteins paired with fiber-rich grains and colorful vegetables.

Mediterranean Lemon-Herb Chicken Quinoa Bowls

Greece
4 servings, 40 minutes total
Sources: Cross-checked against Athlete Lunchbox, Budget Bytes, and Serious Eats
4 servings
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17 steps · 74 min of timed cooking
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl.
  3. Toss chicken breasts in the marinade until evenly coated and let sit for 15 minutes.⏱ 15 min
  4. Place chicken on the baking sheet and roast for 20 to 22 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).⏱ 22 min
  5. Combine rinsed quinoa and chicken broth in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
  6. Cover with a lid, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.⏱ 15 min
  7. Remove quinoa from heat, rest covered for 5 minutes, then fluff gently with a fork.⏱ 5 min
  8. Let roasted chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice across the grain into bite-sized strips.⏱ 5 min
  9. Divide fluffed quinoa and sliced chicken evenly among four meal-prep glass containers.
  10. Add cucumber, cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta, and fresh parsley to each container before sealing.
  11. Heat olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  12. Add ground turkey and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, breaking the meat into small crumbles with a spoon.⏱ 8 min
  13. Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and water over the cooked turkey.
  14. Simmer turkey mixture over medium-low heat for 3 to 4 minutes until sauce thickens, then remove from heat.⏱ 4 min
  15. Divide cooked brown rice evenly among four airtight meal-prep containers.
  16. Spoon spiced turkey, drained black beans, thawed corn, and salsa alongside the rice in each container.
  17. Top each portion with shredded cheddar cheese and sliced scallions.
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Chef’s tip · Store in airtight containers for up to 4 days in the fridge; pack the fresh cucumbers and feta in separate small cups so you can microwave the chicken and quinoa for 90 seconds without heating the vegetables.
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