Grilled Chicken with Quinoa

Ingredients

• •2 chicken breasts
• •1 cup quinoa
• •2 cups water or chicken broth
• •1 tbsp olive oil
• •2 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 bell pepper, chopped
• •1 zucchini, chopped
• •1 tsp paprika
• •Salt to taste
• •Pepper to taste
• •Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

2. 2

   In a small bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper to make a marinade. Brush the chicken breasts with the marinade.

3. 3

   Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.

4. 4

   While the chicken is resting, rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water or chicken broth to a boil.

5. 5

   Add the quinoa to the boiling water, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa has absorbed all the liquid and is fluffy.

6. 6

   In a skillet, sauté the chopped bell pepper and zucchini in a little olive oil until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

7. 7

   Slice the grilled chicken and serve it on a plate with quinoa and sautéed veggies on the side. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.