Description
Lemon Pepper Grilled Chicken with Quinoa & Broccoli is a vibrant and nutritious dish that elevates your meal experience while keeping health in mind. This recipe brings together juicy grilled chicken infused with zesty lemon and aromatic pepper, served alongside fluffy quinoa and perfectly steamed broccoli. It’s not only quick to prepare but also offers a well-rounded balance of protein, fiber, and essential nutrients. Ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep, this dish is as versatile as it is delicious. Enjoy it warm or cold, and don’t hesitate to get creative with additional herbs or sides!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 chicken breast, butterflied or halved
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup dry quinoa
- 1 cup water or broth
- 1 cup broccoli florets
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken thoroughly and let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Grill the marinated chicken on a grill pan over medium heat for about 3–4 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Rinse quinoa under cold water, then combine in a medium saucepan with water or broth and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Steam broccoli florets in a pot until tender, about 4 minutes. Drain well.
- Serve by plating quinoa as the base, topped with grilled chicken and steamed broccoli.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 80mg