Are you looking for quick dinner ideas that are also healthy and delicious? Do you follow the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) diet but find meal prepping a challenge? Look no further! This blog post provides simple, easy recipes perfect for AIP meal prepping, ensuring you have healthy and flavorful meals ready to go all week long. Say goodbye to frantic weeknight cooking and hello to stress-free, nutritious eating. These recipes are perfect for beginners and experienced cooks alike, offering a delicious introduction to homemade cooking and the best recipes for AIP compliance.
AIP Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry
This vibrant and flavorful stir-fry is packed with nutrients and is incredibly easy to make ahead of time. It’s a fantastic example of quick dinner ideas that don't compromise on taste or health.
Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes Serves: 4
Ingredients:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced
- 1 tbsp garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup cauliflower florets
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions:
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine the chicken, coconut aminos, ginger, and garlic. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Stir-fry the vegetables: Heat the coconut oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bell peppers, broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, until slightly tender-crisp.
- Add the chicken: Add the marinated chicken to the wok and stir-fry for another 7-10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Season and serve: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with cilantro, if desired. Serve hot. This is great on its own or served over a bed of AIP compliant sweet potatoes.
Tips & Variations:
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- You can substitute other vegetables like zucchini, squash, or mushrooms.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. This makes for excellent meal prepping!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: Approximately 350
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
AIP Sweet Potato and Chicken Meatballs
These AIP sweet potato and chicken meatballs are a delicious and satisfying alternative to traditional meatballs. They're perfect for meal prepping and can be enjoyed in various ways. This is another great example of easy recipes that are both healthy and satisfying.
Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes Serves: 6
This recipe will follow a similar structure as the stir-fry recipe above, including ingredients, instructions, tips & variations, and nutritional information. For brevity, I will omit those sections here. Remember to always adjust seasoning to your taste preferences. Enjoy your delicious and healthy AIP meals!