Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken with Quinoa & Steamed Broccoli

🥘 Ingredients

• 120g skinless chicken breast
• 1/2 tbsp olive oil
• Juice and zest of 1/2 lemon
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 40g dry quinoa
• 100g fresh broccoli florets
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1
   Pat the chicken breast dry and place it in a shallow dish.
2. 2
   Mix olive oil, lemon juice and zest, oregano, thyme, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
3. 3
   Pour the marinade over the chicken, cover, and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
4. 4
   Rinse the quinoa under cold water and cook according to package instructions (about 15 minutes) until fluffy.
5. 5
   Steam the broccoli florets for 5-6 minutes until bright green and just tender.
6. 6
   Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat. Grill the marinated chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and juices run clear.
7. 7
   Slice the grilled chicken and serve alongside quinoa and steamed broccoli.
8. 8
   Sprinkle fresh parsley over the quinoa before serving.

📊 Nutritional Information

• Fiber: 5g
• Vitamin C: 78mg
• Iron: 3mg
• Potassium: 720mg
• Calcium: 68mg
• Magnesium: 64mg
• Vitamin B6: 0.7mg
• Folate: 75µg

💡 Cooking Tips

• Marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor.
• Use a food thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 75°C (165°F) internally.
• Fluff the quinoa with a fork for the perfect texture.
• Avoid overcooking broccoli to keep its vibrant color and crunch.