Lean & Clean Grilled Chicken with Steamed Veggies

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🥗🍗 Lean & Clean Grilled Chicken with Steamed Veggies

A simple, high-protein, nutrient-packed meal designed for clean eating, weight management, and everyday wellness.

When it comes to healthy, no-fuss meals, few dishes are as reliable and satisfying as Lean & Clean Grilled Chicken with Steamed Veggies. This recipe focuses on whole ingredients, minimal seasoning, and clean cooking techniques to deliver a meal that fuels your body without sacrificing flavor.

Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or post-workout meals, this dish is light yet filling, rich in protein, and packed with vitamins from fresh vegetables. It’s a timeless go-to for anyone following a clean eating, low-carb, or high-protein lifestyle.

⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • High in lean protein

  • Naturally low-carb and low-fat

  • Simple ingredients you likely already have

  • Perfect for meal prep and portion control

  • Easy to customize with different vegetables or seasonings

🛒 Ingredients

For the Grilled Chicken

  • 2 large chicken breasts, boneless and skinless

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • ½ teaspoon paprika (optional, for mild warmth)

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice or apple cider vinegar (optional, for brightness)

For the Steamed Veggies

  • 1 cup broccoli florets

  • 1 cup carrots, sliced

  • 1 cup zucchini or green beans

  • Pinch of salt

  • Optional drizzle of olive oil or squeeze of lemon after cooking

🔥 How to Make Lean & Clean Grilled Chicken

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken

Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.

If thick, slice horizontally or pound lightly to ensure even cooking.

In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Rub evenly over the chicken.

Let marinate for 10–20 minutes if time allows.

Step 2: Grill the Chicken

Preheat grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat.

Grill chicken for 5–7 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until golden grill marks form and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Remove from heat and rest for 5 minutes to retain juices.

🥦 How to Steam the Vegetables

Step 3: Steam Veggies

Add vegetables to a steamer basket over simmering water.

Cover and steam for 4–6 minutes, until tender-crisp and vibrant in color.

Season lightly with salt and, if desired, a small drizzle of olive oil or lemon juice.

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