You can try this fitness diet recipe which uses protein-rich chicken breast with quinoa and vegetables to support your post-workout recovery and building of lean muscles.
Grilled Chicken with Quinoa & Veggies
Grilled Chicken with Quinoa & Veggies
Ingredients:
1 boneless, skinless chicken breast (or thigh for more flavor)
1/2 cup quinoa (uncooked)
1 tablespoon olive oil Mix 1/2 cup each of chopped red yellow and green bell peppers for your preparation.
1/2 cup chopped zucchini
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Use 1/4 cup of thin red onion slices
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh herbs (like parsley or cilantro) for garnish
Lemon wedges (optional)
Instructions:
Wash the quinoa by stirring it with cold water. Combine one cup water or chicken broth in a medium pot and heat it to boiling. Heat the covered pot over low setting after you join the quinoa and let it cook for 15 minutes while the water absorbs into the grains until they feel tender. Fluff with a fork.
While waiting for the quinoa, season chicken breasts with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper before cooking. Drip olive oil onto the chicken pieces then spread the seasoning blend through the meat.
Heat the grill to medium-high temperature before placing the chicken onto its surface. Cook the chicken on a grill for 6-7 minutes on each side until it registers at 165°F (75°C) internal temperature.
Cook the pan over medium heat with olive oil before preparing vegetables for the dish. Saute bell peppers and zucchini with onions and cherry tomatoes until they stay crunchy with soft texture in 5 to 7 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Place quinoa on your plate and spread sautéed vegetables over it before adding fully-cooked chicken. Complete your dish with a sprinkle of fresh herbs followed by a lemon zest.
The prepared dish works well as an after-workout meal plus provides an ideal nutrition balance for lunch or dinner. You can choose from turkey salmon or tofu as alternatives to chicken depending on your preference.
Herbs and spices used for marinade provide the grilled chicken with its delicious flavor. The nutritious grilled chicken dish unites soft quinoa crumbs with zucchini and bell peppers along with carrots to preserve their textures because steaming and gentle cooking methods have been avoided. The meal contains nutritional content that is easy to prepare and offers complete physical benefits for replacing traditional dinner or lunch.
Ingredients
1boneless, skinless chicken breast (or thigh for more flavor)
1/2cup quinoa (uncooked)
1Tablespoon olive oil
1/2cup chopped bell peppers (mix of red, yellow, or green)
1/2cup chopped zucchini
1/2cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4cup red onion, thinly sliced
1Tablespoon garlic powder
1Tablespoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh herbs (like parsley or cilantro) for garnish
Lemon wedges (optional)
Instructions
Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
Calories500kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat15g24%
Total Carbohydrate40g14%
Protein40g80%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.