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Easy Lemon Herb Chicken & Quinoa Bowls

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A vibrant bowl filled with succulent lemon herb chicken, fluffy quinoa, and fresh veggies, perfect for dinner or lunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a medium bowl, combine the lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they’re fully coated.
  2. Cook the Quinoa: Rinse the quinoa under cold water in a fine-mesh strainer. In a pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rinsed quinoa, reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. Grill the Chicken: Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through. Remove from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  4. Assemble the Bowls: In a large bowl, layer the cooked quinoa as a base. Top with sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and red onion. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, lemon zest, and honey, then finish with fresh parsley.

Notes

This recipe can easily be adapted with seasonal veggies or different grains. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to three days.

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