Description
Lemon Pepper Grilled Chicken with Quinoa & Broccoli is a vibrant and wholesome meal that brings together the zing of lemon and the warmth of black pepper to elevate grilled chicken. Paired with fluffy quinoa and steamed broccoli, this dish is not only nutritious but also incredibly satisfying. Perfect for a light lunch or a hearty dinner, it’s quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or herbs for added flavor, and enjoy a deliciously balanced meal that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 chicken breast, butterflied or halved
- 1 tbsp olive oil (plus additional for quinoa)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp black pepper
- ½ cup dry quinoa
- 1 cup water or broth
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- Salt for seasoning
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Coat the chicken breast thoroughly and let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat your grill or pan to medium heat. Grill the marinated chicken for approximately 3-4 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Cook Quinoa: Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a pot, combine rinsed quinoa with water or broth and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- Steam Broccoli: While the chicken grills and quinoa cooks, steam broccoli florets until tender—around 4 minutes—then season lightly with salt.
- Assemble: Plate a generous portion of quinoa as a base, topped with sliced grilled chicken and steamed broccoli.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg