Description
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A quick and flavorful One Pot Garlic Butter Chicken and Quinoa recipe, ready in just 35 minutes. Packed with protein-rich quinoa, tender chicken, and a savory garlic butter sauce for a nutritious and easy weeknight meal.
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Ingredients
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- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken – Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Sauté the Aromatics – In a large skillet or pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant.
- Cook the Chicken – Add the seasoned chicken pieces to the pan and cook until golden brown on all sides.
- Incorporate the Quinoa – Stir in the quinoa and mix well to coat it in the flavors.
- Add Liquids and Simmer – Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and let cook for about 20 minutes until the quinoa absorbs the liquid.
- Finish with Butter and Lemon – Stir in butter, lemon juice, and fresh parsley for a bright, rich finish.
- Optional Garnish – Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese or red pepper flakes for added flavor.
- Serve Hot – Enjoy warm, garnished with extra parsley or a squeeze of lemon.
Notes
- Swap the Protein – Use shrimp, turkey, or tofu instead of chicken.
- Add Vegetables – Stir in spinach, bell peppers, or zucchini for added nutrition.
- Make it Dairy-Free – Substitute butter with olive oil or a plant-based alternative.
- Spice it Up – Increase red pepper flakes or add chili powder for extra heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course,dinner
- Method: one pot,stovetop
- Cuisine: american,Mediterranean
Keywords: one-pot chicken recipe, garlic butter chicken, quinoa dinner, easy weeknight meal, healthy chicken recipe