Crisp Air Chicken Quinoa Bowl (Printable)

Juicy roasted chicken and fluffy quinoa paired with crisp seasonal vegetables for a nourishing main dish.

# List of ingredients:

→ Proteins

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 5.3 oz each)
02 - 1 cup uncooked quinoa (6.3 oz)

→ Vegetables

03 - 2 cups broccoli florets (10.6 oz)
04 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (5.3 oz)
05 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
06 - 2 cups baby spinach (2.1 oz)

→ Marinade & Dressing

07 - 2 tbsp olive oil
08 - 2 tbsp lemon juice
09 - 2 tsp Dijon mustard
10 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
11 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
12 - 1 tsp dried oregano
13 - 1/2 tsp salt
14 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnishes

15 - 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (1 oz), optional
16 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
03 - Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish and pour half of the marinade over them, turning to coat evenly. Let rest for 10 minutes.
04 - Toss broccoli, cherry tomatoes, and sliced red bell pepper with the remaining marinade. Arrange vegetables evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Nestle marinated chicken breasts among the vegetables on the baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and vegetables are tender.
06 - While roasting, rinse quinoa under cold water. Combine quinoa, 2 cups water, and a pinch of salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to a simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
07 - Divide baby spinach and cooked quinoa evenly among 4 bowls. Top with roasted vegetables and sliced chicken breasts. Garnish with crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This bowl packs high protein and vibrant veggies without feeling heavy, like a little secret to staying energized through busy days
  • The simple marinade adds a subtle smoky twist that quickly turned this dish into a household favorite
02 -
  • Don't skip rinsing the quinoa—it's key for removing its natural bitterness and getting that fluffy texture
  • Marinating the chicken just for 10 minutes makes all the difference in juiciness and flavor without adding extra prep time
03 -
  • Use a meat thermometer to get the chicken perfectly cooked without drying it out
  • Letting the marinade double as a dressing for the cooked veggies maximizes flavor absorption

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