Description
A wholesome and convenient chicken and vegetables freezer meal that’s easy to prepare, packed with nutritious ingredients, and perfect for busy days. Simply assemble, freeze, and cook when ready for a delicious, homemade dinner.
Ingredients
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cups baby carrots, peeled
2 cups broccoli florets
1 cup red bell pepper, sliced into strips
1 cup yellow bell pepper, sliced into strips
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces, baby carrots, broccoli florets, red and yellow bell peppers, chopped onion, and minced garlic.
Add the olive oil, dried thyme, dried rosemary, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Toss everything together until the chicken and vegetables are evenly coated with the oil and seasonings.
Pour the chicken broth over the mixture and gently stir to combine.
Transfer the entire mixture into a freezer-safe airtight container or heavy-duty freezer bag. Label with the date and contents.
Freeze the meal for up to 3 months.
When ready to cook, thaw the freezer meal in the refrigerator overnight.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Spread the thawed chicken and vegetable mixture evenly on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased.
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes