Mediterranean Chicken and Quinoa Bowl: A Colorful and Delicious Recipe

Are you tired of the same boring chicken dinners? Looking for a way to switch up your weeknight meal routine? Look no further, because this Mediterranean Chicken and Quinoa Bowl is here to satisfy your taste buds and add a burst of color to your dinner table.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa, uncooked
• 2 cups water or chicken broth
• 4 chicken breasts
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
• 1 red onion, sliced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Olive oil

Instructions:

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
• In a pot, cook the quinoa according to package instructions with water or chicken broth.
• Meanwhile, place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet and season with garlic powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper on both sides.
• In a bowl, toss the bell peppers and onion slices with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
• Place the seasoned chicken breasts on one side of the baking sheet and the seasoned bell peppers and onion on the other side.
• Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender. Turn the vegetables halfway through cooking.
• Once the chicken is cooked, cut it into slices.
• In a large bowl, mix together the cooked quinoa, chicken slices, roasted bell peppers and onion, cherry tomatoes, and kalamata olives.
• Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon over the bowl and drizzle with olive oil.
• Gently toss to combine all the ingredients.
• Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top.
• Serve the Mediterranean Chicken and Quinoa Bowl warm and enjoy the burst of flavors with every bite!

This recipe is perfect for meal prep or for a quick and healthy dinner option. The quinoa and chicken provide a good source of protein, while the vegetables add an array of vitamins and minerals. Not only is it delicious, but it's also gluten-free and can easily be made vegetarian by omitting the chicken and adding some chickpeas instead.

So next time you're in need of a flavorful and colorful dinner, give this Mediterranean Chicken and Quinoa Bowl a try. Your taste buds will thank you!