Weekend Dinner Vibes
Menu: Roasted Veggies + Juicy Lean Chicken Breasts
+ Fluffy Quinoa
Step-by-Step Recipe (Serves 2):
Ingredients:
- Protein: 2 lean chicken breasts
- Veggies: Broccoli
, zucchini
, bell pepper
, cherry tomatoes
- Grain: 1 cup quinoa
- Seasonings: Olive oil
, dried herbs
, garlic powder
, salt & pepper
- Garnish (Optional): Fresh parsley
, lemon wedges
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook the Quinoa:
- Rinse 1 cup quinoa under cool water
.
- In a pot, combine quinoa + 2 cups water
.
- Bring to a boil, then simmer with lid on for about 15 mins until water is absorbed
.
- Fluff with a fork and keep warm
.
- Rinse 1 cup quinoa under cool water
- Prep the Veggies:
- Chop broccoli, zucchini, bell pepper into bite-sized pieces and add cherry tomatoes
.
- Place on a baking sheet, drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil
, sprinkle herbs
, garlic powder
, salt & pepper
.
- Toss to coat evenly
.
- Chop broccoli, zucchini, bell pepper into bite-sized pieces and add cherry tomatoes
- Start Roasting Veggies:
- Roast for 10 mins to get a head start
.
- Roast for 10 mins to get a head start
- Add the Chicken:
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, a bit of olive oil
.
- Push veggies to the sides of the tray, place chicken in center
.
- Roast another 15-20 mins until chicken is fully cooked (internal temp 165°F/74°C)
.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, a bit of olive oil
- Assemble Your Plate:
- Scoop quinoa onto your plate
.
- Top with roasted veggies and chicken
.
- Garnish with fresh parsley
and serve with lemon wedges
for brightness.
- Scoop quinoa onto your plate
Enjoy Your Nutritious Weekend Feast!
Fuel up, feel great, keep those gains growing!