Greek Chicken Meal Prep
"Lemon-herb Costco chicken thighs with rice, feta, and tzatziki — the meal prep container that makes your coworkers deeply jealous at lunch."
The Game Plan
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Make the marinade by whisking together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
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Trim any excess fat from the chicken thighs and place them in a large zip-top bag or container. Pour the marinade over the chicken and make sure every piece is coated. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for maximum flavor.
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Cook the jasmine rice according to package directions. Fluff with a fork and let it cool slightly.
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While the rice cooks, preheat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off any excess.
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Cook the chicken thighs for 5-7 minutes per side until they develop a nice golden-brown sear and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let them rest for 5 minutes, then slice against the grain into strips.
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While everything cooks, prep your veggies: dice the cucumbers, halve the grape tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion.
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Divide the rice among 6 meal prep containers. Arrange the sliced chicken alongside the rice. Add the diced cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and a generous sprinkle of feta crumbles to each container.
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Pack the tzatziki in small separate containers or sauce cups -- about 1 tablespoon per serving. Add olives if using.
