| Day |
Meal |
| Sunday |
Healthy Chicken Pho
Ingredients:
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 8 cups chicken broth, low-sodium
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2-inch piece of ginger, sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, sliced
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 200g rice noodles
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 lime, sliced into wedges
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 jalapeños, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a large pot, combine chicken broth, onion, ginger, and garlic; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and add chicken breasts. Simmer for 15 minutes or until cooked.
- Remove chicken, let cool, shred and set aside.
- Strain the broth to remove solids and add fish sauce; adjust salt and pepper.
- Cook rice noodles according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In serving bowls, divide noodles and top with shredded chicken.
- Pour hot broth over the noodles and chicken.
- Garnish with bean sprouts, basil, cilantro, green onions, jalapeños, and lime wedges.
- Serve immediately.
Servings: 4
Macros per Serving: Calories: 330, Protein: 28g, Carbs: 45g, Fat: 5g
Sunday Prep Ideas: Prepare the broth ahead by simmering chicken, onion, ginger, and garlic together. Strain and store in the fridge.
Tags:
healthy
gluten-free
low-fat
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| Monday |
Healthy Chicken Tacos
Ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons taco seasoning
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup diced avocado
- 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken with taco seasoning and cook in skillet until fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Remove chicken, let cool slightly, then shred using two forks.
- Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
- Assemble tacos by adding shredded chicken to each tortilla.
- Top with lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, and cilantro.
- Serve with lime wedges on the side.
Servings: 4
Macros per Serving: Calories: 320, Protein: 28g, Carbs: 30g, Fat: 10g
Sunday Prep Ideas: Cook and shred the chicken ahead of time and store in the refrigerator for easy assembly during the week.
Tags:
healthy
tacos
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| Tuesday |
Kid-Friendly Chicken Curry
Ingredients:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions:
- Cut the chicken into small cubes.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic, sauté until soft.
- Stir in curry powder, cooking until fragrant.
- Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
- Pour in coconut milk and chicken broth, stirring well.
- Add carrots and bell pepper, simmer for 10 minutes.
- Mix in frozen peas, cooking until heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Servings: 4
Macros per Serving: Calories: 320, Protein: 27g, Carbs: 18g, Fat: 15g
Sunday Prep Ideas: Dice the vegetables and store them in airtight containers. Cut the chicken into small cubes and marinate in a little curry powder and olive oil for enhanced flavor.
Tags:
healthy
picky_eater
|
| Wednesday |
Vegetable Quinoa Stir-Fry
Ingredients:
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
Instructions:
- Rinse quinoa under cold water and drain.
- In a medium saucepan, bring quinoa and water to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add bell pepper, zucchini, broccoli, and carrot to the skillet. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes or until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Stir in cooked quinoa, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Cook for another 2 minutes, stirring to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper according to taste.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Servings: 4
Macros per Serving: Calories: 310, Protein: 10g, Carbs: 45g, Fat: 12g
Sunday Prep Ideas: Cook quinoa ahead of time and store in the fridge. Cut and refrigerate all vegetables in airtight containers, ready for a quick stir-fry any day of the week.
Tags:
healthy
blue_zone
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| Thursday |
Healthy Chicken Tacos
Ingredients:
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Mix in cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
- Warm corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
- Fill each tortilla with cooked chicken.
- Top with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and salsa.
- Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt on top.
Servings: 4
Macros per Serving: Calories: 350, Protein: 30g, Carbs: 30g, Fat: 12g
Sunday Prep Ideas: Dice the chicken and mix with spices the day before. Store in the fridge for easy cooking.
Tags:
healthy
picky_eater
mexican
tacos
|
| Friday |
Fava Bean Fritters
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked fava beans
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions:
- Mash the cooked fava beans in a bowl.
- Add onion, garlic, parsley, mint, cumin, flour, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Shape the mixture into small patties.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Cook the fritters for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve warm with a side salad or yogurt dip.
Servings: 4
Macros per Serving: Calories: 180, Protein: 7g, Carbs: 24g, Fat: 6g
Sunday Prep Ideas: Cook and shell fava beans. Finely chop onion, garlic, parsley, and mint.
Tags:
blue_zone
vegetarian
healthy
|
| Saturday |
Creamy Kid-Friendly Butter Chicken
Ingredients:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional minute.
- Add cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, garam masala, and salt. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are browned on the outside.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Stir in Greek yogurt and heavy cream, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Servings: 4
Macros per Serving: Calories: 350, Protein: 30g, Carbs: 20g, Fat: 15g
Sunday Prep Ideas: Cut the chicken and chop the onion and cilantro ahead of time. Measure out spices and store them together in a small container.
Tags:
healthy
picky_eater
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