Broccoli Chicken Quinoa Bowl with Herb Dressing Recipe
A nutritious and flavorful Broccoli Chicken Quinoa Bowl featuring tender sautéed chicken breasts, fresh broccoli florets, and fluffy quinoa, all tossed in a zesty herb dressing made with garlic, lemon, and fresh parsley and basil. Perfect for a wholesome lunch or dinner, this bowl combines protein, greens, and whole grains in a simple, quick 40-minute meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Protein & Vegetables
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
Grains
- 1 cup quinoa
Dressing
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup fresh herbs (parsley and basil), chopped
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Quinoa: Rinse quinoa under cold running water to remove any bitterness. Place quinoa in a pot with 2 cups of water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer for about 15 minutes or until water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for a few minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat extra virgin olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Add chicken to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Sauté Broccoli: In the last 3 minutes of cooking the chicken, add the fresh broccoli florets directly to the skillet to sauté alongside the chicken until tender-crisp.
- Prepare Herb Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together minced garlic, chopped parsley and basil, lemon juice, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Assemble the Bowl: In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, sautéed chicken and broccoli. Drizzle with the herb dressing and toss thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Serve: Serve the quinoa bowl warm, garnished with extra fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Quinoa must be rinsed before cooking to remove saponins that cause bitterness.
- Use fresh herbs for the dressing to maximize flavor.
- You can substitute chicken breasts with chicken thighs for juicier meat.
- Honey in the dressing can be replaced with maple syrup for a vegan option.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- For extra crunch, add toasted nuts or seeds on top before serving.
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