Zesty Chicken & Quinoa Bowl
Enjoy a wholesome dinner with this zesty ground chicken and quinoa bowl, packed with vibrant flavors and nutritious ingredients. The dish combines savory ground chicken, fluffy quinoa, and a medley of colorful veggies, all brought together by a tangy lime dressing. Perfect for a weeknight meal, this recipe is both satisfying and healthy, leaving you craving more!
ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
steps
- 1.
Rinse quinoa under cold water, then cook it in chicken broth according to package instructions. Set aside.
- 2.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add ground chicken. Cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles.
- 3.
Add the diced red bell pepper, corn, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes until veggies are tender.
- 4.
Stir in the black beans and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- 5.
In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, a pinch of salt, and chopped cilantro. Drizzle over the cooked chicken mixture.
- 6.
In serving bowls, layer quinoa and top with the ground chicken mixture. Garnish with sliced avocado and extra cilantro if desired.
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