One Pot Chicken and Quinoa is loaded with zucchini, bell peppers, onions, wholesome quinoa, juicy chicken and delicious flavors. Nothing is "boring" about this healthy one pot meal perfect for a weeknight dinner!
One Pot Chicken Quinoa
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One Pot Chicken Quinoa
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Cuisine
American
Author:
Amber aka Rosebud
Servings
5
One Pot Chicken and Quinoa is loaded with zucchini, bell peppers, onions, wholesome quinoa, juicy chicken and delicious flavors. Nothing is "boring" about this healthy one pot meal perfect for a weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
For Veggies:
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1 tbsp. butter or olive oil
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2 large bell peppers, seeded & coarsely chopped
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1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
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1 zucchini, coarsely chopped
For Chicken & Quinoa
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1.5 lbs chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1” pieces
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1.5 c. quinoa, uncooked
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3 c. chicken stock
Seasonings
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2 tsp. Rosebud’s Lemon Pepper
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1 tsp. Rosebud’s I LOVE GARLIC
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salt & pepper to taste
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2 bay leaves
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fresh parsley, for garnish
Directions
Preheat large deep skillet or a Dutch oven on medium-high heat and add butter or olive oil to coat. Place chicken cuts in skillet and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring a few times. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
Place another tablespoon of butter or olive oil and add zucchini, bell pepper, onions, and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add chicken back in, quinoa, stock, bay leaves, lemon pepper, I LOVE Garlic, and salt & pepper; stir. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low and cook for 20 minutes.
Turn off heat. Add parsley, stir and serve hot.
