Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken with Quinoa and Steamed Vegetables

🥘 Ingredients

• 150g boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 1 cup water or low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 carrot, sliced
• 1 zucchini, sliced

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1
   In a bowl, combine lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. 2
   Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium heat. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
3. 3
   Meanwhile, cook quinoa by combining rinsed quinoa and water (or chicken broth) in a pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy.
4. 4
   Steam broccoli, carrot, and zucchini until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
5. 5
   Serve the grilled chicken alongside the quinoa and steamed vegetables. Optional: Garnish with fresh parsley or a squeeze of lemon.

📊 Nutritional Information

• Calories: approximately 400 kcal
• Protein: 35g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Fats: 10g

💡 Cooking Tips

• Marinate the chicken longer for more flavor.
• Rinse quinoa thoroughly before cooking to remove bitterness.
• Use a steamer basket to ensure even cooking of vegetables.
• Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after grilling to retain juices.
• Adjust seasoning to your taste preference.