Mediterranean Chicken Quinoa Bowl (Printable Version)

Vibrant bowl with grilled chicken, quinoa, fresh vegetables, and tangy feta in a zesty lemon dressing.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken and Marinade

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→ Quinoa Base

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→ Vegetables and Garnishes

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→ Lemon Dressing

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# How To Make:

01 - Whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, smoked paprika, cumin, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat chicken breasts thoroughly and let marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature.
02 - Combine rinsed quinoa, chicken broth, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
03 - Preheat grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6 to 7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
04 - Whisk together extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified and smooth.
05 - Divide cooked quinoa among four serving bowls. Arrange sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta on top. Drizzle with dressing and garnish with fresh parsley.

# Expert Advice:

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  • Everything comes together in under 45 minutes but tastes like something from a restaurant
  • The leftovers hold up beautifully for tomorrow's lunch
  • You can swap ingredients based on what's in your crisper drawer
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  • Letting the chicken rest before slicing keeps all the juices inside where they belong
  • Warm quinoa absorbs the dressing better than cold quinoa, so time it right
  • The dressing can be made up to three days ahead and stored in the fridge
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  • Buy quinoa in bulk and store it in the freezer to keep it fresh longer
  • A Microplane makes grating garlic effortless and distributes the flavor evenly
  • Room temperature chicken cooks more evenly than cold straight from the fridge

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