Description
A light and balanced Mediterranean chicken quinoa bowl.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 lb chicken breast, cooked and diced
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook quinoa according to package directions using chicken broth.
- Cook chicken breast. Dice when cooled.
- Combine cooked quinoa, chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, olives, and red onion in a bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over the quinoa mixture.
- Gently toss to combine.
- Top with feta cheese.
Notes
- Adjust vegetables according to your preference.
- Grilled chicken can be used for extra flavor.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little spice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking/Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean