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Step-by-Step Instructions and Preparation Tips

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Place chicken thighs on a baking sheet and rub with vegetable oil, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and onion powder.
3. Bake for 35–40 minutes until fully cooked and crispy.
4. While chicken cooks, heat a skillet over medium heat.
5. Add cabbage and frozen broccoli, cooking for 6–8 minutes until tender. Season lightly with salt.
6. Hard-boil eggs by boiling them for 10 minutes, then cool and peel.
7. Remove chicken from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before separating meat from bones.
8. Chop chicken into bite-size pieces.
9. Divide chicken, vegetables, eggs, and mayonnaise evenly into 5 meal prep containers.

Preparation Tips

• Remove chicken skin after baking if you prefer lower fat.
• Cook vegetables just until tender to prevent sogginess after reheating.
• Let all ingredients cool before sealing containers.
• Store meals in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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