Mediterranean Chicken Quinoa
This Mediterranean Chicken Quinoa is a delightful combination of flavors and textures to give you a meal you'll enjoy!
Servings - 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup white quinoa
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed ($.10) crushed
- 1 pint grape or cherry otomatoes
- 2 tsp chopped fresh basil, parsley, and oregano
- 3/4 cup black olives
- 2 small boneless, skinless chicken breasts grilled and dcied
- Salt and pepper
- fresh green beans side dish
- 1 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the quinoa as directed on the box. 2 parts water to 1 part quinoa.
- In a large skillet, add the olive oil and saute the crushed garlic for about a minute, then add the halved tomatoes and saute for another 2-3 minutes, or until tomato skins "wrinkle." Then add the black olives and diced chicken and saute together for another minute.
- Add the cooked quinoa into the Mediterranean Chicken mixture and toss. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Saute the green beans in the olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve Mediterranean Chicken Quinoa with Sauteed Green Beans.