Description
A nourishing bowl filled with tender chicken, fluffy quinoa, fresh vegetables, and creamy hummus, perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water or chicken broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup hummus
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- Lemon juice
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water, then combine with water or chicken broth in a pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for about 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Let it sit covered for a few minutes.
- Season chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Grill or sauté until cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Let rest before slicing.
- In bowls, layer cooked quinoa, chopped veggies, sliced chicken, and a dollop of hummus.
- Drizzle with olive oil and additional lemon juice if desired, then garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For added richness, consider using butter or a splash of good olive oil. If you enjoy a touch of heat, a sprinkle of paprika or red pepper flakes can enhance the flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Mediterranean, chicken, quinoa, healthy bowl, easy recipe