Savory Chicken Quinoa Bowls
A delicious and nutritious meal blending protein-packed chicken with fiber-rich quinoa and colorful vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 carrot, sliced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine quinoa and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy.
- While quinoa cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through. Remove from skillet and let it rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, add diced bell pepper, broccoli, and carrot. Sauté until veggies are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- To serve, divide quinoa among bowls, top with sliced chicken and sautéed veggies. Enjoy your healthy meal!
Notes
Serve warm with a garnish of fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon for added flavor. Leftovers can be stored for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg