Step-by-Step Instructions and Preparation Tips
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken breast with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Bake chicken on a lined baking sheet for 25–30 minutes until fully cooked.
- Season salmon with salt and pepper and bake for 12–15 minutes until flaky.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook ground beef with Italian seasoning.
- Chop zucchini, bell peppers, and cauliflower into bite-size pieces.
- Roast vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper for 20–25 minutes.
- Steam asparagus until just tender.
- Scramble 12 eggs with butter and a splash of heavy cream.
- Hard-boil the remaining 12 eggs for grab-and-go breakfasts.
- Shred cheddar cheese and portion for the week.
- Prepare a simple cream cheese sauce using cream cheese and heavy cream.
- Let all foods cool slightly before portioning.
- Divide meals into breakfast, lunch, and dinner containers.
- Store meals in the refrigerator and freeze later-week portions if needed.
Preparation Tips
- Cook proteins first to manage oven space efficiently.
- Slightly undercook vegetables to maintain texture after reheating.
- Label containers by meal and day for easier planning.
- Keep sauces separate to avoid soggy meals.
- Rotate salmon meals earlier in the week for freshness.
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