Teriyaki Chicken Quinoa Bowls
These Teriyaki Chicken Quinoa Bowls are the perfect way to incorporate a healthy protein into your weekly meals. This dish is very simple to prepare, and only requires a few basic ingredients. First, you need to prepare the quinoa. Wash and drain the quinoa. Next, you need to cook the pineapple and a medium-sized piece of chicken. Meanwhile, prepare the vegetables. Add the onion, carrots, and tofu.
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Servings: 3 servings
Calories: 592kcal
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Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1, 2 pound pack of chicken organic and chopped
- Extra virgin olive oil as needed
- ¼ cup coconut palm sugar
- ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
- 2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoons ginger powdered
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- In a pot set over medium to high heat, add in the water and quinoa. Season with a dash of salt. Allow to come to a boil. Cover and lower the heat to low. Cook for 15 minutes or until all of the water has been absorbed. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
- In a bowl, add in the palm sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, powdered ginger, apple cider vinegar and cornstarch. Whisk until smooth in consistency. Set aside.
- In a steamer, add in the broccoli. Season with a dash of salt and black pepper. Steam until tender. Set aside.
- In a skillet set over medium heat, add in 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add in the chicken. Season with a dash of salt and black pepper. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Lower the heat to low. Add in the sauce and stir well to mix. Cook for 1 minute or until thick in consistency. Remove from heat.
- Add the cooked quinoa into serving bowls. Top off with the cooked chicken and steamed broccoli.
- Serve with a garnish of sesame seeds.
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Notes
- Customize to Your Palate: Feel free to experiment with the teriyaki sauce's sweetness or saltiness to match your taste. Remember, cooking is a personal expression – own it!
- Nutrient Boost: Enhance the nutrition by adding colorful veggies like bell peppers, broccoli, or snap peas. They not only add vibrancy but also essential vitamins.
- Meal Prep Magic: Prepare extra portions of the teriyaki sauce and quinoa in advance. This not only saves time but also sets you up for multiple delicious and nutritious meals throughout the week. Embrace efficiency without compromising on taste!
Nutrition
Serving: 3bowls | Calories: 592kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 848mg | Potassium: 651mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 211IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 4mg
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