Description
A high protein chicken quinoa bowl packed with broccoli, seasoned chicken, and fluffy quinoa cooked in chicken broth. This easy, nutritious recipe is perfect for meal prep, delivering balanced macros, fiber, and vitamins in a single satisfying dish that supports muscle recovery and healthy eating goals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through.
- Meanwhile, bring chicken broth to a boil in a saucepan. Add quinoa, reduce heat, cover and simmer until liquid is absorbed, about 12‑15 minutes.
- Add broccoli florets to the pot during the last 5 minutes to steam until tender.
- Combine cooked chicken with quinoa and broccoli, stir to combine and heat through.
- Serve warm, optionally garnish with fresh herbs or lemon juice.
Notes
- For extra flavor, toast quinoa briefly before adding broth. Use low‑sodium broth to control salt. This dish stores well for meal prep
- reheat gently to maintain texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: High Protein
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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