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High Protein Chicken Quinoa Bowl

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A vibrant and filling high protein dinner featuring chicken, chickpeas, and quinoa, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound of chicken breast, diced
  • 1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups of quinoa, rinsed
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon of cumin
  • 1 teaspoon of paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Start by preparing all the ingredients. Dice the chicken breast, rinse and drain the chickpeas, and chop your vegetables.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa with 4 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring it to a boil, then lower the heat to let it simmer for about 15 minutes until all the water is absorbed.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once heated, toss in the red onion and garlic, sautéing until soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add the diced chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes.
  5. Stir in the chickpeas and bell pepper, and cook until the peppers are tender, about 5-6 minutes.
  6. Finally, fold the cooked quinoa into the skillet with the chicken mixture, mixing well for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Once combined, serve in bowls or plates, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

This dish can be paired with a side salad or roasted vegetables. Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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