LunchGluten-freeDairy-freeHeart Healthy
Chicken, Pomegranate & Quinoa Bowl
Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min
Serves
4
Serving
1 bowl
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup dry quinoa, rinsed
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 6 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium lemon, juiced
Method
- 1Cook quinoa according to package directions then set aside.
- 2Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- 3Heat cast-iron pan over medium heat.
- 4Once heated, add chicken and cook 7-8 minutes until browned and can easily be lifted from pan without sticking.
- 5Flip and cook another 5-6 minutes until cooked through.
- 6Lower heat and add broth to pan, using wooden spoon or spatula to deglaze.
- 7Let broth thicken slightly, then move chicken around pan to coat in broth.
- 8Remove chicken from pan and let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
- 9Divide cooked quinoa, mixed greens, chicken, pomegranate seeds, pumpkin seeds and parsley evenly into bowls.
- 10Drizzle each serving with oil and lemon juice.
Good to know
Storage
Store in airtight container for up to 3 days, add dressing when ready to serve;.
Serving Size
About half cup quinoa, 2 cups salad, and 2 chicken thighs per serving;.
Additional Toppings
Feta cheese or goat cheese.
