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Easy Garlic Lemon Chicken Quinoa

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A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring succulent chicken, nutty quinoa, and zesty lemon, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup white quinoa
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
  • Juice and zest of 1 fresh lemon
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
  • Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
  • Optional: pinch of dried oregano
  • Optional: red pepper flakes (for heat)

Instructions

  1. Rinse your quinoa thoroughly under cold running water.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the 1 cup rinsed quinoa with 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat, let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork. Set aside.
  3. While the quinoa cooks, pat your chicken pieces dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken pieces in a single layer. Cook for 5-7 minutes, flipping occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  5. Reduce heat to medium. If the pan looks dry, add another teaspoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant; be careful not to burn it!
  6. Pour in about 1/4 cup of chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any delicious browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
  7. Stir in the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest. Let the sauce simmer gently for 1-2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and thicken slightly.
  8. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the lemon-garlic sauce. Add the cooked and fluffed quinoa. Toss everything together gently until well combined and heated through.
  9. Stir in the fresh chopped parsley. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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