This is a super easy recipe. It takes about 20 minutes; cutting board to table. This recipe is also a great way to fit in veggies without even trying.
Ingredients
1 clove fresh garlic, minced
2 cups fresh broccoli, chopped
1 small carrot, chopped
¾ cup quinoa, dry, rinsed well
2 cups organic fat free chicken broth
½ cup + 2 tbsp. low fat cheddar cheese, shredded
2 oz. white meat chicken, no skin, shredded
1 tsp. sea salt
pepper to taste
Instructions:
1) Be sure to rinse the quinoa well. If not, it can taste a little funny.
2) Bring broth, salt, pepper, garlic, broccoli and carrots to a boil.
3) Stir in quinoa and bring back to a boil. Cover and turn heat to medium-low.
4) Simmer for about 15 minutes, or until most liquid has cooked out.
5) Uncover and gently fold in cheese and chicken.
6) Plate and top with remaining cheese.
7) Serve immediately.
Serves 2
Nutritional Info Per Serving: Calories: 423, Fat: 11 g., Carbs: 51 g., Protein: 28g, Fiber: 7g.
You may easily substitute any vegetables you have on hand. I have also made a similar dish with parmesan and asparagus! The combinations for a quinoa stir-fry are endless!
Full of protein and relatively low in calories, this dish will keep your family full all night!
I paired this dish with a Chardonnay. Delish!
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