This refreshing dish is perfect for a quick dinner, and the chicken can be cooked in under 30 minutes!

Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth (for cooking quinoa)
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 1/2 cucumber, sliced
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• Optional: Feta cheese for topping

Cooking Instructions

1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
2. Marinate the chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 15 minutes (or longer if time allows).
3. Meanwhile, rinse the quinoa and cook it according to package instructions using vegetable or chicken broth for added flavor. This usually takes about 15 minutes.
4. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
5. While the chicken is grilling, prepare the salad by combining spinach, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes in a bowl. Toss with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
6. Once everything is ready, slice the chicken and serve it over a bed of quinoa with the salad on the side. Top with feta cheese if desired.

Flavor Profile

This dish has a bright and zesty flavor from the lemon, balanced with savory herbs. The protein-packed quinoa and fresh green spinach make it a nourishing meal.

Now let's move on to the ground beef stir-fry!

One-Pan Healthy Ground Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Bell Peppers

This one-pan meal is easy to whip up and is packed with flavor. It's perfect for a busy evening!

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (lean)
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil (or olive oil)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Cooked rice, for serving

Cooking Instructions

1. Heat a large pan over medium-high heat and add the sesame oil.
2. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add the ground beef to the pan, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).