Zesty Lemon Herb Chicken with Quinoa Bowl
A flavorful and comforting dish featuring lemon herb chicken and nutritious quinoa, perfect for any day of the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing, Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups chicken broth or water
- 1 lemon (juice and zest)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, or basil for garnish)
- Vegetable of choice (e.g., cherry tomatoes, spinach, or bell peppers)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by washing and chopping the vegetables, zesting and juicing the lemon, and mincing the garlic.
- Cook the quinoa by combining it with chicken broth (or water) in a medium saucepan, bringing it to a boil, then covering and simmering for about 15 minutes.
- Sauté the chicken in olive oil, seasoned with salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme, for about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Add garlic and lemon juice to the pan when the chicken is nearly done, cooking for an additional minute.
- Combine the cooked quinoa and sautéed chicken in bowls, topping with vegetables and fresh herbs.
Notes
For extra flavor, drizzle with olive oil or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving. This dish is adaptable; feel free to swap chicken for chickpeas or tofu for a vegan option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken, quinoa, lemon, healthy recipe, Mediterranean
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