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Easy Lemon Herb Chicken Quinoa Bowls Recipe for Fresh Flavor

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
Enjoy a vibrant and healthy meal with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and zesty lemon herbs served over nutritious quinoa.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (Choose tender cuts for juicy, flavorful results.)
  • 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice (Adds a bright, zesty punch.)
  • 2 cloves garlic (Minced for a fragrant, savory base.)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (Helps keep the chicken moist.)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano (Classical Mediterranean flavors.)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (Essential seasoning.)
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper (Essential seasoning.)

Grains

  • 1 cup quinoa (Rinse before cooking.)

Vegetables

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (Halved for sweetness.)
  • 1 cup cucumber (Diced for crunch.)
  • 0.25 cup red onion (Thinly sliced.)
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley (Chopped for garnish.)

Additional flavorings

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (Smooth richness.)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest (Intensifies citrus flavor.)
  • 1 tablespoon honey (Balances the tangy lemon.)
  • pinch pinch salt

Instructions 

  • Marinate chicken with lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper for 10 minutes.
  • Cook quinoa according to package instructions and set aside.
  • Grill or pan-fry the chicken until cooked through, then slice.
  • Combine cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley in a bowl.
  • Top with sliced chicken, drizzle with olive oil, lemon zest, honey, and a pinch of salt. Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate longer or add a squeeze of fresh lemon before serving.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: chicken, Lemon, Quinoa