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Lemon Garlic Chicken & Quinoa Bowl: A Bright, Nourishing Meal for Any Day


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  • Author: Penny Smith
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 23 servings 1x

Description

A fresh and balanced meal featuring zesty lemon garlic chicken served over fluffy quinoa with vibrant vegetables.


Ingredients

Scale

2 chicken breasts (450 g)

3 tablespoons olive oil (45 ml)

4 cloves garlic, minced

Juice of 2 lemons (60 ml)

Zest of 1 lemon

1 teaspoon salt (5 g)

1/2 teaspoon black pepper (2 g)

1 teaspoon oregano (2 g)

1/2 teaspoon paprika (1 g)

1 cup quinoa (185 g)

2 cups water or broth (480 ml)

1/2 teaspoon salt (2 g)

1 cup cherry tomatoes (150 g)

1 cucumber (200 g)

1/2 red onion (75 g)

1 avocado

2 cups greens (60 g)

2 tablespoons parsley (8 g)


Instructions

Mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, zest, and spices. Marinate chicken for 30 minutes.

Cook quinoa with water and salt for 15 minutes, then fluff.

Cook chicken in a skillet for 5–7 minutes per side until done.

Chop vegetables and slice cooked chicken.

Assemble bowls with quinoa, chicken, and vegetables.

Add optional dressing and serve.

Notes

Marinate longer for stronger flavor

Store components separately for meal prep

Add extra vegetables or grains as desired

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes