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Quinoa & Chicken Skillet

MissAmyB80
MissAmyB80 Posts: 159 Member
edited December 2024 in Recipes
So yesterday was one of those fridge clean out days. Trying to clear out a bunch of half used stuff....or produce that was nearing the end of it's life. I searched a few fave recipe search engines....made some adjustments and ommisions and came up with this dish. It was DELISH.

I don't have a good name for it - what are your thoughts???

1/2 cup uncooked quinoa
12 ou boneless skinless cuicken breast (I think you could definetely use more - this is just what I had)
2 zucchini - cubed
1/2 onion - diced
1 can diced tomatoes
4 ounces crumbled feta
1 T lemon juice
6-8 basil leaves

So basically...I cooked up the quinoa in a cup of chicken stock and set aside. I cubed up the chicken breast and cooked it a bit - 5 or so minutes. And took it out of the pan and set it aside. Then I sauteed the zucchini and the onion for about 5 or so minutes too. I used a big skillet and did this all on the stove top. I would guess at this point you could throw it all in a casserole and toss it in the oven to finish up? I'm winging it. I threw the veggies and chicken all back together in the skillet and dumped in my tomatoes. I drained some of the extra liquid off. You could totally cut up a roma tomato instead. I threw the rest of the ingredients in, the feta, lemon juice and basil leaves - which I cut into little strips. I also threw the cooked quinoa in at this point too. Put a lid on it and let it simmer 10 or so minutes until the chicken was cooked all the way through.

Sorry if the directions aren't totally clear - I was making it up as I went!! :) It was SUPER tasty. Maybe you could put more Feta in - or use low fat Feta? That's just what was left in my container.

Here are the stats I calculated based on the ingredients in the measurements I used. It was 4 good size portions.

Calories Carbs Fat Protein Fiber Sodium
Total: 976 98 27 91 15 2914
Per Serving: 244 25 7 23 4 729

Replies

  • thunt1990
    thunt1990 Posts: 157 Member
    This sounds super tasty!
  • Molissa08
    Molissa08 Posts: 112 Member
    Sounds good!
  • yogsvr4
    yogsvr4 Posts: 149 Member
    I'm not sure what you want to call it, but its something that I'm going to try out this weekend!
  • techteachergirl
    techteachergirl Posts: 161 Member
    can't wait to try this!
  • goldenpawz99
    goldenpawz99 Posts: 22
    Sounds like a good recipe! Thanks for sharing.
  • Tuffjourney
    Tuffjourney Posts: 971
    It really looks like it would so good!
  • MindyG150
    MindyG150 Posts: 1,296 Member
    Yummy! I have started using quinoa in so many of my dishes. And the rest of my clan is clueless!

    Always cooked - I have added it to:
    rice-a-roni
    eggs
    lasagna
    soups
    oatmeal

    I'm sure there are many more!

    Love your recipe, thanks.
  • lpeace2u
    lpeace2u Posts: 94 Member
    I would call it the same thing I called the pasta dish I made the other night.

    Use up whatever's left in the fridge pasta! In your case....quinoa instead of pasta :)
  • twinmomtwice4
    twinmomtwice4 Posts: 1,069 Member
    YUM!!!! That sounds delicious!!!
  • gerla_k
    gerla_k Posts: 495 Member
    That's looks really yummy :)))
  • Cclancaster
    Cclancaster Posts: 368
    Yummy
  • Dmaxsgirl
    Dmaxsgirl Posts: 49 Member
    Mmmm... I love anthing with feta & basil!
  • skeetpea
    skeetpea Posts: 241 Member
    sounds so yummy!
  • skeetpea
    skeetpea Posts: 241 Member
    sounds so yummy!

    I made this tonight and it was really good!! My husband actually enjoyed it which is surprising since he hates eating anything "different". I didn't explain to him what quinoa was until after he was done eating. haha!
    This made 4 HUGE servings. Mine had a higher calorie count but I added more chicken and feta cheese.
    Awesome improvising, you made a great meal!
    :drinker:
  • chanson104
    chanson104 Posts: 859
    yummm
  • countrygirlatheart0717
    countrygirlatheart0717 Posts: 83 Member
    Cool, thanks! :)
  • Jessintherain
    Jessintherain Posts: 67 Member
    I love quinoa, this looks GREAT.

    I sometimes dry toast the seeds before I add them to the liquid. It adds some to the flavor. :D
  • skullik
    skullik Posts: 142 Member
    bump
  • pippkins
    pippkins Posts: 5
    Yummm!

    Throwing whatever's left in your fridge all in a skillet? Sounds like my cooking when the bf's outta town!

    I can't wait to try this - Thanks!
  • dot1212
    dot1212 Posts: 72 Member
    Good idea for Quinoa. Always looking for recipes for the alternate grains as my daughter is gluten free.
  • TrishJimenez
    TrishJimenez Posts: 561 Member
    I am totally going to make this tomorrow! I recently discovered quinoa and LOVE IT! Thanks for sharing
  • Lesa_Sass
    Lesa_Sass Posts: 2,213 Member
    I do this all the time!

    I cook quinoa in large batches and keep it in the frig. I do a variation of stuff with it but always add the feta cheese.

    This also does well cold for lunch with a can of tuna.

    MMMM, love me some quinoa. I am getting ready to do a page on my blog about the things you can do with it and why people should be eating it.
  • 2gabbee
    2gabbee Posts: 374 Member
    Bump for recipe. Got to try this one.
  • KellyAlyssa84
    KellyAlyssa84 Posts: 90
    perfect! trying this! thank you!

    haha, i'm excited!
  • CeeRawr89
    CeeRawr89 Posts: 328 Member
    So yesterday was one of those fridge clean out days. Trying to clear out a bunch of half used stuff....or produce that was nearing the end of it's life. I searched a few fave recipe search engines....made some adjustments and ommisions and came up with this dish. It was DELISH.

    I don't have a good name for it - what are your thoughts???

    1/2 cup uncooked quinoa
    12 ou boneless skinless cuicken breast (I think you could definetely use more - this is just what I had)
    2 zucchini - cubed
    1/2 onion - diced
    1 can diced tomatoes
    4 ounces crumbled feta
    1 T lemon juice
    6-8 basil leaves

    So basically...I cooked up the quinoa in a cup of chicken stock and set aside. I cubed up the chicken breast and cooked it a bit - 5 or so minutes. And took it out of the pan and set it aside. Then I sauteed the zucchini and the onion for about 5 or so minutes too. I used a big skillet and did this all on the stove top. I would guess at this point you could throw it all in a casserole and toss it in the oven to finish up? I'm winging it. I threw the veggies and chicken all back together in the skillet and dumped in my tomatoes. I drained some of the extra liquid off. You could totally cut up a roma tomato instead. I threw the rest of the ingredients in, the feta, lemon juice and basil leaves - which I cut into little strips. I also threw the cooked quinoa in at this point too. Put a lid on it and let it simmer 10 or so minutes until the chicken was cooked all the way through.

    Sorry if the directions aren't totally clear - I was making it up as I went!! :) It was SUPER tasty. Maybe you could put more Feta in - or use low fat Feta? That's just what was left in my container.

    Here are the stats I calculated based on the ingredients in the measurements I used. It was 4 good size portions.

    Calories Carbs Fat Protein Fiber Sodium
    Total: 976 98 27 91 15 2914
    Per Serving: 244 25 7 23 4 729

    Quinoa Feta Chicken Skillet.

    MM
    Sounds, A-FREAKIN-MAZING
  • backto20
    backto20 Posts: 17
    bump
  • N_Bridgeman
    N_Bridgeman Posts: 45 Member
    Must try this... i make a vegetarian quinoa chilli that is similar, but this one sounds like another must add to my repertoire.
  • kwbernardo
    kwbernardo Posts: 19 Member
    Putting this on the menu for next week.
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