Sunday Meal Prep ✨
Hi friends, happy Sunday!! 💃🏼
This week I decided to go back to the basics and I also made a sweet treat so I can hopefully stop eating leftover Halloween candy.
Lunch: shredded bbq chicken breast over white rice and a side of green beans.
I cooked the chicken in the crock pot for 2 hours on high. This way I was able to throw that in there while I ran to the gym and came home and could prep the rest of my food while the chicken cooks.
I next put 3/4 cup rice (& 1.5 cups water) on the stove to cook. While that was cooking I whipped up my sweet treat of snicker dates!
For the snicker dates I bought organic pitted dates (you can pit them yourself but I didn’t want to be bothered by that so I eliminated that effort and just got pitted). I put the dates on a plate and then added peanut butter to the middle of the dates. Next, I melted some dark chocolate with a little bit of coconut oil and dipped the dates in the chocolate. My chocolate came out a little thick so that’s why I dipped them.
What is your favorite meal to have for work lunches?
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Meal prepping is an excellent way to maintain a healthy diet while saving time during busy weekdays. In this Sunday meal prep, we focus on a simple yet delicious recipe featuring shredded BBQ chicken. Cooking with a crock pot not only makes this process easier but also helps lock in flavors and moisture, making your chicken tender and savory. To prepare, set your crock pot on high for two hours with the chicken and your favorite BBQ sauce until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. As a perfect side dish, jasmine rice pairs well with the chicken. Cooking the rice is straightforward — just combine 3/4 cup of rice with 1.5 cups of water. While both the chicken and rice cook, you can dedicate some time to making a delightful snack: Snicker dates. These treats involve pitting dates (if not pre-pitted), filling them with creamy peanut butter, and coating them in melted dark chocolate. The combination of sweetness from the dates and richness from the chocolate makes them an indulgent yet healthy snack to enjoy throughout the week. What’s great about meal prepping is its flexibility. You can easily adjust portions and ingredients based on your dietary needs. Incorporating green beans or other veggies into your lunch adds fiber and nutrients to your meal. Get creative with flavors and spices to keep your meals exciting. Remember, the goal is to make nutritious food that's convenient for your busy lifestyle while also allowing room for occasional treats! Don't forget to share your favorite meal prep ideas or variations in the comments!
