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Pesto Chicken Quinoa Bowls

Pesto Chicken Quinoa Bowls for a Wholesome Weeknight Feast

Enjoy these Pesto Chicken Quinoa Bowls, a perfect blend of flavor and nutrition for any weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Substitute with thighs for a richer flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Any quality oil will work if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Sweet Paprika Regular paprika can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used in lesser amounts.
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to your preference.
  • to taste Black Pepper Adjust according to your preference.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Zucchini Can be swapped for yellow squash.
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper Green bell peppers can substitute.
  • 1 cup Broccoli Florets Cauliflower makes a great alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Homemade blends can be used.
For the Base
  • 1 cup Quinoa Consider substituting with rice.
For the Flavor
  • 1/2 cup Pesto Store-bought or homemade options work.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooking pot

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 390°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Dice zucchini, bell pepper, and broccoli into bite-sized pieces, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
  3. Season the chicken breasts with olive oil, sweet paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Arrange the vegetables on one side of the baking sheet and the chicken alongside them, ready to roast.
  5. Roast everything for 18-20 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F and vegetables are tender.
  6. Prepare quinoa according to package instructions, then fluff with a fork.
  7. In serving bowls, add quinoa, layer with roasted vegetables and chicken, mix with pesto, and garnish with fresh basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 7gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: Top with toasted nuts or seeds for extra crunch.

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