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freezer meals make ahead chicken

3-Ingredient Freezer Meals Make Ahead Chicken for Busy Nights


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

Prepare freezer meals with chicken ahead of time for quick and easy dinners.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken fillets
  • 2 cups diced vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, onions)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken fillets into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  3. Add chicken and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add vegetables and sauté for 3 minutes.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme.
  6. Simmer for 10 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
  7. Let the mixture cool completely.
  8. Divide into freezer-safe containers or bags.
  9. Label and freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

  • Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
  • Reheat on the stove or in the microwave until hot.
  • Serve with rice, pasta, or bread.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Freezer Meals
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: freezer meals, make ahead, chicken, meal prep, easy dinners