This creamy pesto chicken quinoa bowl is a nutritious and satisfying meal, perfect for lunch or dinner. It features sliced chicken breast mixed with light cottage-cheese pesto, served over fluffy quinoa with cherry tomatoes and spinach.
Healthy Pesto Chicken Quinoa Bowl Recipe
This recipe combines tender sliced chicken breast with a creamy cottage-cheese pesto, creating a delicious sauce that coats the quinoa. The addition of cherry tomatoes and fresh spinach adds vibrant color and nutrition, making this bowl a complete meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water or chicken broth
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 cup light cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup basil pesto
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Cook the Quinoa: In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water or broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
- Prepare the Chicken: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season sliced chicken with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through and golden brown.
- Make the Pesto Sauce: In a bowl, mix the cottage cheese and basil pesto until well combined. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Assemble the Bowl: In serving bowls, layer the cooked quinoa, sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, and fresh spinach. Drizzle with the cottage-cheese pesto sauce.
- Serve: Enjoy the bowl warm, mixing the ingredients together for a delightful meal.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 bowls
- Calories: 350kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
