Description
A bright, flavorful grilled chicken dish paired with fluffy lemon parsley quinoa for a wholesome and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 ounces each)
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
3 garlic cloves minced
1 tablespoon parsley chopped
1 tablespoon oregano chopped
1 tablespoon thyme chopped
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
For Quinoa:
1 cup quinoa
2 cups chicken broth or water
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons parsley chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, zest, garlic, herbs, salt, pepper, and paprika.
Marinate chicken 30 minutes to 4 hours.
Rinse quinoa and simmer with broth and salt for 15 minutes. Rest 5 minutes and fluff with olive oil, lemon juice, and parsley.
Grill chicken over medium-high heat 6–7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Rest chicken 5 minutes, slice, and serve over quinoa.
Notes
Marinate longer for stronger flavor.
Great for meal prep.
Add grilled vegetables for a fuller meal.
Chicken thighs can be substituted for breasts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes