Protein-Packed Quinoa Bowl with Chicken, Eggs & Feta
Indulge in the vibrant and nourishing flavors of the Protein-Packed Quinoa Bowl with Chicken, Eggs & Feta. This delightful dish combines fluffy quinoa, tender chicken, soft-boiled eggs, fresh broccoli, juicy cherry tomatoes, and tangy feta cheese for a healthy meal that’s both satisfying and versatile. Perfectly balanced in nutrition and taste, this bowl is an excellent choice for lunch or dinner, whether you’re prepping meals for the week or serving a quick family dinner. With its colorful presentation and wholesome ingredients, it’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling, Steaming, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 cup quinoa (uncooked)
- 100g diced chicken breast
- 2 soft-boiled eggs
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 2 tbsp crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water and cook according to package instructions until fluffy.
- Season diced chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken for about 5-6 minutes until golden brown.
- Boil eggs in a pot of water for 7 minutes for jammy yolks. Cool under cold water, peel, and halve.
- Steam broccoli in a steamer basket for about 3-4 minutes until tender yet crisp.
- Assemble your bowl by layering cooked quinoa at the bottom, followed by chicken pieces, egg halves, steamed broccoli florets, halved cherry tomatoes, and crumbled feta cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 186mg