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Make Ahead Meals: 5 Comforting Dishes for Easy Days


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A comforting and easy make-ahead meal that you can enjoy anytime.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups of cooked rice
  • 1 cup of cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup of mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
  • 1 cup of chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the mixed vegetables and sauté until tender.
  3. Stir in the shredded chicken, cooked rice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and mix well.
  5. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
  6. Let cool, then transfer to a container for storage.
  7. Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

  • You can substitute quinoa for rice.
  • Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
  • Add herbs like thyme or rosemary for more flavor.
  • Make sure to cool the meal before refrigerating or freezing.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: make ahead meals, easy meals, comfort food