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Grilled Chicken Quinoa Bowl

This healthy dinner recipe is high in protein, rich in fiber, and perfect for weight loss without sacrificing flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup quinoa uncooked
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 chicken breast skinless
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 bell pepper sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt

Equipment

  • Grill Pan
  • Saucepan

Method
 

  1. Rinse quinoa thoroughly and cook it with water in a saucepan until fluffy.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
  3. Grill the chicken on medium heat until fully cooked and golden on both sides.
  4. Lightly sauté broccoli and bell pepper in olive oil until tender-crisp.
  5. Slice the grilled chicken and assemble the bowl with quinoa, vegetables, and chicken.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 36gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 620mgFiber: 7gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 410IUVitamin C: 68mgCalcium: 9mgIron: 4.5mg

Notes

You can replace chicken with tofu or fish for variety while keeping the meal weight-loss friendly.
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