Mexican Quinoa Bowl with Floral Tenders
A flavorful and nutritious bowl filled with tender chicken, quinoa, and a hint of floral spices.
Ingredients
- ●1 1/2 pounds chicken breast
- ●1 cup quinoa
- ●2 tablespoons floral spice blend
- ●1 teaspoon cumin
- ●1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- ●2 tablespoons lime juice
- ●2 tablespoons olive oil
- ●to taste salt
- ●1 cup peppers and onions
Instructions
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1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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2. In a large bowl, whisk together floral spice blend, cumin, chili powder, and lime juice.
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3. Add the chicken breast to the bowl and toss to coat. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
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4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-6 minutes per side.
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5. Transfer chicken to a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
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6. Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
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7. In a large skillet, heat a little bit of olive oil over medium heat. Add peppers and onions and cook until tender.
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8. To assemble the bowls, place a scoop of quinoa on the bottom, followed by sliced chicken, peppers and onions, and a sprinkle of salt.
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9. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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10. Garnish with additional floral spice blend and lime wedges, if desired.