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Recipe of Quinoa with chicken

Recipe of Quinoa with chicken

I have a nutritious and delicious recipe for quinoa with chicken. This combination is perfect for a balanced meal, full of protein and fiber, ideal for keeping us energized throughout the day. In addition, quinoa is a super food that provides numerous benefits to our health. The preparation is simple and the result is a colorful and tasty dish that everyone will enjoy. Let's cook!

4 Servings
20 min Preparation
25 min Cooking
Easy
Chicken

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 red pepper, chopped
  • 1 zucchini, chopped
  • 1 carrot, chopped
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Join me and let's see how to make Quinoa with chicken

Instructions:

    Step 1
  • Rinse quinoa well under cold water until water runs clear.
  • Step 2
  • In a saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes or until quinoa is tender and has absorbed all liquid. Set aside.
  • Step 3
  • While quinoa is cooking, cut chicken breasts into cubes.
  • Step 4
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken cubes and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  • Step 5
  • In the same skillet, add onion and garlic, and cook until soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Step 6
  • Add red bell pepper, zucchini, carrot, and corn kernels. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Step 7
  • Add cumin, sweet paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 more minutes.
  • Step 8
  • Add the cooked quinoa and chicken to the pan with the vegetables. Mix well and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow all the flavors to meld.
  • Step 9
  • Drizzle the lemon juice over the mixture and stir.
  • Step 10
  • Serve hot and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

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