High-Protein Fab Lunch

Simple, nutritious, and packed with protein. Tender chicken breast seasoned with warming spices, served alongside buttery vegetables and baby potatoes. Minimal prep, minimal washing up, and ready in about 20 minutes.

Ingredients

1. Vegetables

• 4 baby potatoes
• 1/2 cup broccoli florets
• 1/2 cup baby carrots
• 1/2 cup butternut cut in cubes
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• 1 teaspoon butter
• Salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• A small splash of water (100ml)

2. Chicken

• 2 chicken breasts
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• ½ teaspoon turmeric
• Salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 teaspoon chilli oil
• Juice of ½ lemon

Instructions

1. Prepare the Vegetables

Place the baby potatoes, broccoli, carrots, garlic, butter, salt, pepper, and a small splash of water into a microwave-safe bowl.

Cover and microwave for 10–12 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and cooked through.

2. Prepare the Chicken

Place the chicken breasts in a bowl.

Add the paprika, cayenne pepper, turmeric, salt, black pepper, and chilli oil.

Mix well until the chicken is evenly coated.

Heat a frying pan over medium heat.

Place the chicken in the pan and add the juice of half a lemon.

Cover with a lid and cook for 10 minutes.

Turn the chicken over, replace the lid, and cook for another 10 minutes, or until cooked through and lightly golden.

3. Serve

Arrange the chicken, potatoes, broccoli, and carrots on a plate.

Spoon any remaining juices from the pan over the chicken and serve immediately.

Notes

• High in protein and naturally gluten-free.
• The vegetables steam in their own moisture, butter, and garlic.
• Adjust the cayenne pepper to suit your preferred heat level.
• Perfect for meal prep or a quick weekday lunch.

Simple, filling, and exactly the sort of meal that proves healthy food doesn't need to be complicated.