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One Pot Chicken Quinoa Bowl

One-Pot Chicken Quinoa Bowl for Quick Healthy Dinners


  • Author: David Atikson
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A one-pot chicken quinoa bowl packed with flavor, protein, and veggies. Perfect for weeknight dinners and meal prep alike.`,


Ingredients

Scale

1 lb boneless chicken breast, diced

1 cup quinoa, rinsed

2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

1 small onion, diced

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 cup chopped carrots

1 cup chopped zucchini

2 cups baby spinach

1 tsp cumin

1 tsp paprika

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp lemon juice

Salt & pepper to tast


Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.

Add diced chicken and cook until lightly browned.

Stir in carrots, zucchini, quinoa, cumin, and paprika. Toast for 1–2 minutes.

Pour in broth and bring to a gentle boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15–20 minutes.

Remove from heat, stir in spinach and lemon juice. Let sit covered for 5 minutes.

Fluff quinoa with fork, adjust seasoning, and serve hot.

Notes

Rinse quinoa well to remove bitterness.

Use halal-certified broth and chicken for compliance.

For added richness, top with Greek yogurt or hummus.

  • Prep Time: 10min
  • Cook Time: 25min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: One Pot
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 460mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 27
  • Cholesterol: 55mg