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High Protein Chicken Meal

A nutritious one-pan meal featuring lean chicken, quinoa, and vibrant broccoli, perfect for a healthy dinner or post-workout refuel.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Use fresh, high-quality chicken for best flavor.
  • 1 cup quinoa Rinse thoroughly under cold water before cooking.
  • 1 cup broccoli Can substitute with asparagus, green beans, or spinach.
Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste salt and pepper Customize seasoning as desired.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Bake chicken in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
  2. While chicken is cooking, rinse quinoa under cold water, then combine it with 2 cups of water in a pot.
  3. Bring quinoa to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.
  4. Steam or microwave broccoli until tender.
Serving
  1. Serve the baked chicken over quinoa with broccoli on the side.

Notes

If you have leftovers, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Can be frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat as needed.
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