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Amazing Chicken Quinoa Bowl Recipe with 42g Protein

Chicken Quinoa Bowl
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A high-protein, nutritious chicken quinoa bowl with broccoli, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber. Perfect for meal prep or a healthy dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups water or chicken broth
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water, then add it to a saucepan with water or chicken broth.
  2. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is fluffy and the liquid is absorbed.
  3. Remove quinoa from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  4. Season chicken breasts with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for 6–7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
  7. Steam or boil broccoli florets for 4–5 minutes, until bright green and tender-crisp.
  8. In a bowl, mix cooked quinoa with diced cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, chopped parsley or cilantro, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
  9. Divide the quinoa salad into bowls.
  10. Add steamed broccoli on one side and sliced seasoned chicken on top.
  11. Garnish with extra herbs and serve warm.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.
  • Replace quinoa with brown rice or couscous if preferred.

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