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Savory Pesto Chicken and Quinoa Bowl
Experience a burst of flavors with this Savory Pesto Chicken and Quinoa Bowl, featuring tender chicken, nutty quinoa, fresh spinach, and crispy roasted broccoli in a delightful pesto sauce. A perfect meal that's both fresh and filling!
5
35 min
TOTAL TIME
1097
CALORIES
$3.67
PER SERVING
Ingredients
CHICKEN
2 SERVINGS
1 tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 lbs chicken breast
diced into 1-inch pieces
1/2 tsp salt
2 tbsp pesto
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp garlic powder
BROCCOLI
1 tbsp olive oil
1 bunch broccoli
cut into florets
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
QUINOA
1/2 cup quinoa
1 tbsp butter
1 cup water
ASSEMBLY
shredded parmesan cheese
2 cups spinach
Directions
CHICKEN
10 min
PREP TIME
25 min
COOK TIME
35 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Heat a skillet on medium heat with olive oil.
2
Add the diced chicken and season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
3
Cook until done, about 6-8 minutes.
4
Stir in 2 tablespoons of pesto and mix well. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
BROCCOLI
5
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
6
Place broccoli florets on a large baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and black pepper.
7
Roast for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
QUINOA
8
Place the quinoa and water in a pot and bring to a rolling boil.
9
Reduce heat to simmer, cover, and cook for about 12-15 minutes, or until water has evaporated.
10
Remove from heat, fluff with a fork, add butter, and season with salt and pepper.
ASSEMBLY
11
Layer spinach in serving bowls.
12
Add cooked quinoa, roasted broccoli, and pesto chicken.
13
Garnish with freshly shredded parmesan cheese and serve.
Health Info
Macros
35g
CARBS
64g
FAT
87g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
GLUTEN FREE
MEDITERRANEAN
LOW CARB
Contains these allergens
MILK
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