Description
A flavorful and easy one-pot dish featuring tender garlic butter chicken cooked with fluffy quinoa for a wholesome, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot or skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add chopped onion and cook until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in rinsed quinoa and toast for 2 minutes.
- Add chicken broth, thyme, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir well and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
- Return chicken to the pot and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to reheat the chicken.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control the salt content.
- Can substitute chicken with turkey or tofu for a variation.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg