Lemon Garlic Herb Chicken with Quinoa and Spinach
A flavorful and nutritious dish featuring tender lemon garlic herb chicken served over a bed of protein-packed quinoa and sautéed spinach. Perfect for a quick and wholesome dinner.
chicken
quinoa
healthy
quick meal
2/24/2025•27 views•15 min prep•15 min cook•4 servings
Ingredients
- •4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- •2 tablespoons olive oil
- •3 cloves garlic, minced
- •1 lemon, zested and juiced
- •1 tablespoon dried oregano
- •1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- •1 teaspoon salt
- •1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- •1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- •2 cups chicken broth or water
- •4 cups fresh spinach
- •1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- •Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- 1.In a small bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, parsley, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
- 2.Place the chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Let it marinate for 10 minutes while you prepare the quinoa.
- 3.In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of chicken broth or water to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy and liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- 4.While the quinoa cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and add it to the skillet. Cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice golden color.
- 5.In the same skillet, add the fresh spinach and sauté until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- 6.To serve, divide the quinoa among four plates, top each with a chicken breast, and add a generous portion of sautéed spinach. Sprinkle with feta cheese if desired and serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
500
Protein
38g
Carbohydrates
45g
Fat
20g
Difficulty
easy