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Meal Prep Made Easy

Sarah Tansey Student Contributor, SUNY Plattsburgh
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Plattsburgh chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.

Simple Honey Garlic Soy Chicken

As a busy college student it may be difficult to find time to cook a nutritious meal for yourself. Meal prepping has been all the rage as it can save time, simplify your day and save your wallet. That being said, it is still difficult to find recipes that are not only doable, but are also delicious.

Look no further. I can attest that this Honey Garlic Chicken Rice Bowl is affordable, easy and incredibly tasty.

5 Servings

Materials Needed:

One medium pot for rice

Measuring cup

Measuring spoons

Cutting board

Knife

Medium saute pan

Small bowl

Mixing spoon

5 containers

Ingredients:

2 lbs chicken breast or thighs

1 cup of uncooked rice

2 cups of frozen broccoli

1 bell pepper

2 cloves of garlic or 1 tsp of garlic powder

¼ cup of soy sauce

2 tbsp of honey

1 tbsp of olive oil

Salt and Pepper

Optional: crushed red pepper flakes and sesame seeds

Directions:
  1. Cook rice according to the package. Set aside.
  2. Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces. In 1 tbsp of olive oil on medium-high heat, cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes, or until cooked all the way through. Season with salt and pepper as well as optional seasonings.
  3. In a small bowl, mix honey, soy sauce and garlic.
  4. Microwave the broccoli for 3-4 minutes or until softened.
  5. Pour the sauce over the chicken in the pan and let cook for 2-3 minutes. The mixture will slightly thicken. 
Meal Notes:

Storage: up to 5 days in the fridge

Reheat: 1-2 minutes in the microwave

Variations:

Use any frozen vegetable you prefer

Instead of chicken, use tofu, a fried egg on top or canned chickpeas. All are cheaper and allow for dietary preferences.

Sarah Tansey

Plattsburgh '27

Hi, my name is Sarah Tansey and I am from the small town of Keene Valley, NY! I love where I live, the mountains, getting outside and spending time with friends and family. You will usually find me studying in the library or reading outside.