CHICKEN QUINOA BOWLS WITH BALSAMIC DRESSING

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I love this recipe because its simplicity allows me to spend time with my family while not sacrificing taste or nutrition. Plus the fresh spring flavors really shine through! -Allyson Meyler, Greensboro, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2/3 cup water
1/3 cup quinoa, rinsed
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
3 teaspoons olive or coconut oil, divided
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
1/2 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/2 teaspoon spicy brown mustard
1/2 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced
6 cherry tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • Place vinegar in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook until slightly thickened, 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl; cool completely., In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed, 10-12 minutes. Keep warm., Preheat broiler. Toss chicken with 2 teaspoons oil, garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Place on 1 half of a 15x10x1-in. pan coated with cooking spray. Broil 4 in. from heat for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, toss asparagus with the remaining oil, salt and pepper., Remove pan from oven; turn chicken over. Add asparagus. Broil until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165° and asparagus is tender, 3-5 minutes. Let chicken stand 5 minutes before slicing., For dressing, stir yogurt and mustard into balsamic reduction. To serve, spoon quinoa into bowls; top with chicken, asparagus, avocado and tomatoes. Serve with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491 calories, Fat 21g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 101mg cholesterol, Sodium 715mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 42g protein.

Ehtisham Khan
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These bowls are delicious and easy to make. I highly recommend them!


Sangin Abdulrahman
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These bowls are a great way to get your veggies in. They're also a good source of protein and fiber.


Stephnie Stemmet
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I've made these bowls several times and they're always a hit with my family and friends.


khat khaled
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These bowls are perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal. They're also great for meal prep.


Balil Khan
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I love that these bowls are customizable. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Edward Ringo
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These bowls were easy to make and they're a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Aarif Ansari
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I would make these bowls again, but I would make a few changes. I would add more seasoning to the chicken and vegetables, and I would use less salt in the dressing.


arif rohoman
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Overall, I thought these bowls were just okay. They weren't bad, but they weren't amazing either.


Adrian Isham
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These bowls were a bit too salty for my taste. I would recommend using less salt in the dressing.


MD Jayed Amin
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I followed the recipe exactly and the quinoa turned out mushy. I'm not sure what went wrong.


mb jahir kahan
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These bowls were a little bland for my taste. I would recommend adding more seasoning to the chicken and vegetables.


Raj Bm
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I made these bowls for my meal prep this week and they're perfect. They're healthy, filling, and easy to grab and go.


md shohel official
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These bowls were delicious! I especially loved the roasted chicken.


Oritha Lashley
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I've made these bowls several times now and they're always a winner. They're easy to make and the leftovers are great for lunch the next day.


Andrew George
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I made these bowls for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved the combination of flavors.


Breightlen Fuller
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These chicken quinoa bowls were a hit with my family! The balsamic dressing was the perfect finishing touch.