Enjoy a light, protein-packed dinner with this Lemon Herb Quinoa & Grilled Chicken Bowl, ready in 25 minutes! Fluffy quinoa, zesty herbs, and grilled chicken create a fresh, citrusy meal—perfect for spring.
Why It’s a Spring Star
This bowl pairs hearty chicken with bright lemon and herbs, offering a healthy, flavorful bite. It’s quick, nutritious, and refreshing—ideal for warm days.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups chicken broth or water
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice & zest of 1 lemon (~3 tbsp juice)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
How to Make It
- Mix 1 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, zest, oregano, salt, and pepper. Marinate chicken for 10 min.
- Cook quinoa in broth per package (15 min). Fluff with fork.
- Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill chicken 6-8 min per side until 165°F (74°C).
- Slice chicken, mix with quinoa, drizzle remaining 1 tbsp oil, and sprinkle parsley. Serve warm.
Recipe Card: Lemon Herb Quinoa & Grilled Chicken Bowl
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 15 min
Total Time: 25 min
Servings: 4
Calories: 350 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups chicken broth or water
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice & zest of 1 lemon (~3 tbsp juice)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Mix 1 tbsp oil, lemon juice, zest, oregano, salt, pepper. Marinate chicken 10 min.
- Cook quinoa in broth 15 min. Fluff.
- Grill chicken 6-8 min per side (165°F/74°C). Slice.
- Combine chicken, quinoa, drizzle remaining 1 tbsp oil, and add parsley. Serve warm.
Notes
- Store leftovers in fridge up to 3 days.
- Add veggies like asparagus for extra crunch.
