Description
This healthy dinner recipe is my everyday go-to when I want something nourishing, comforting, and easy to make. Inspired by simple Cretan cooking, it combines fresh vegetables, lean protein, whole grains, and good olive oil into one balanced meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small zucchini, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and oregano, then cook until golden and cooked through.
- Add garlic and vegetables, sautéing until just tender.
- Stir in cooked quinoa and warm everything together.
- Finish with lemon zest and juice, taste, and adjust seasoning.
Notes
You can swap chicken for chickpeas or tofu for a vegetarian option. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of water or olive oil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 65mg