10 Healthy Meal Ideas for Busy Weekdays
1. Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas: Place chicken breasts, sliced bell peppers, and onions on a sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with fajita seasoning. Roast in the oven at 400 degrees for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
2. Mason Jar Salads: Layer your favorite greens, veggies, and protein (such as grilled chicken or chickpeas) in a mason jar. Top with a healthy dressing and enjoy on-the-go.
3. Rice Bowls: Cook up a big batch of brown rice and store in the fridge. Throughout the week, add cooked veggies (such as broccoli and carrots), a protein source (such as tofu or grilled chicken), and a tasty sauce (such as teriyaki or peanut sauce) for a quick and easy meal.
4. Egg Muffin Cups: Whisk together eggs and your favorite veggies (such as spinach and diced bell peppers). Pour mixture into a muffin tin and bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes. Store in the fridge for a quick breakfast or lunch.
5. Turkey Lettuce Wraps: Brown ground turkey in a skillet and add in diced onions and bell peppers. Serve the mixture on top of a lettuce leaf and top with avocado and salsa.
6. Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breasts: Cut a pocket in the chicken breasts and stuff with sautéed spinach and feta cheese. Bake in the oven at 375 degrees for 25-30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
7. Quinoa and Black Bean Salad: Cook quinoa and mix with black beans, diced tomatoes, and cilantro. Top with a healthy dressing and enjoy cold or at room temperature.
8. One-Pot Pasta: Combine pasta, veggies (such as zucchini and mushrooms), and a protein source (such as diced chicken or shrimp) in a pot with water or broth. Cook until pasta is tender and serve with grated Parmesan cheese.
9. Baked Sweet Potatoes: Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork and bake in the oven at 400 degrees for 45-60 minutes, or until tender. Serve topped with avocado, black beans, and salsa.
10. Cauliflower Fried Rice: Pulse cauliflower in a food processor until it reaches a rice-like consistency. Sauté with diced veggies (such as carrots and peas), scrambled eggs, and soy sauce for a healthy and delicious fried rice alternative.
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