The Optavia Recipes are designed to help people lose weight and emphasize the importance of “Lean & Green” meals. The meals contain appropriate amounts of vitamins, minerals, protein, and healthy fats. Today we’re sharing 13 Optavia recipes, easy to make, healthy, and delicious!
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Easy Optavia Recipes
Baked Chicken Breast with Vegetables
This recipe has everything you need for a tasty week-night meal – chicken, potatoes, and green beans. It’s delicious and dinner’s on the table in just 30 minutes!
Crockpot Chicken Cacciatore
Chicken cacciatore is often served with pasta, but you can keep it low carb by using zucchini noodles (zoodles) instead! The recipe uses chicken thighs so you know they’ll be tender and juicy when it’s time to eat.
Chicken Fajita Lettuce Wrap
Save yourself some carbs and enjoy these fajitas on lettuce instead! They have all of the authentic flavors you love and are a healthier option.
Chicken Parmesan
You’ll love the flavor of this tender chicken parmesan. Everything is homemade, including the tomato sauce and the zucchini noodles.
Baked Cod with Vegetables
This sheet-pan dish means everything cooks in the pan at the same time! It’s ideal for busy weeknights.
Blackened Shrimp Lettuce Wraps
This healthy and delicious meal is ready to enjoy in just 30 minutes. The shrimp is perfectly seasoned and topped with a crema made with avocado, Greek yogurt, and lime juice.
One Pan Lemon Pepper Salmon Garlic Parmesan Asparagus
This is a wonderful dish to make when fresh asparagus is in season. The salmon is perfectly seasoned and is a delicious and lean source of protein.
Mini Mac Salad
If you love McDonald’s iconic Big Mac burger, you have to give this salad a try. It has all of the tasty flavors, and is ready to enjoy in just 15 minutes. You won’t even miss the bun!
Grilled Fajita Bowls
Enjoy this tasty fajita dish on a bed of crisp lettuce to save carbs. It’s full of flavor and texture, and is a healthy choice for a week-night meal!
Pork Chops with Spinach and Tomatoes
This hearty and rich dish is made with a can of cream of chicken soup! Serve it with your favorite green veggie for a delicious meal that’s ready in just 25 minutes.
Shrimp Scampi
You’ll impress your guests when you serve this dish. The shrimp is tender and plump, and instead of pasta, it’s served on a bed of good-for-you spaghetti squash.
Cauliflower Pizza with Chicken & Tzatziki
This cauliflower crust pizza takes about an hour to make but we think you’ll love the results! It’s much lower in carbs compared to traditional pizza, and is also a good choice if you’re sensitive to gluten. To make it easier, buy riced cauliflower from the grocery store.
Tuna Nicoise Salad
This recipe is quick and easy to make thanks to the canned tuna. It’s also refreshing, delicious, and a good source of protein!
Easy Optavia Recipe Baked Chicken Breasts with Veggies
Ingredients
- 3 chicken breasts skinless boneless
- 1 lb baby red potatoes halved or quartered
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 lemon sliced into rings
- 3 tsp garlic minced
- 1 tsp oregano
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary optional
- 3/4 lb green beans trimmed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F. Set aside a large baking sheet.
- Pat dry chicken breasts and rub with oil. Then place them on the baking sheet.
- Add potatoes and tomatoes around the sheet pan and arrange them in one layer. Sprinkle minced garlic, oregano across the pan. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss to mix well. Place several lemon slices on top of chicken.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes (add green beans during the last 10 minutes).
- Broil for the last 5 minutes, if your chicken breasts look too pale.
- Remove chicken breasts from the oven and let rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Cover with aluminum foil while resting. Serve and enjoy!
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