Description
A colorful, nutritious, and satisfying dish that combines juicy grilled chicken with vibrant veggies and fluffy quinoa, perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups cooked quinoa
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon juice for dressing
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let them rest a few minutes before slicing.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, broccoli, bell peppers, carrots, and tomatoes. Toss gently to mix.
- Slice the grilled chicken and add to the veggie-quinoa mixture. Drizzle with lemon juice, mix well, and adjust seasoning as needed.
Notes
Can be served warm or chilled. Customize with your favorite veggies or toppings like feta cheese or avocado.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg