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One Pot High Protein Chicken


  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

A simple and nutritious one pot chicken recipe packed with protein, vegetables, and flavorful spices. Perfect for a wholesome meal with minimal cleanup.


Ingredients

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1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup cooked quinoa
1 cup low sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley


Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add diced onion and cook for 3 minutes until translucent.
Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add chicken pieces to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned on all sides.
Stir in diced red bell pepper, broccoli florets, smoked paprika, dried oregano, black pepper, salt, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Pour in chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Cover the pot and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add cooked quinoa and black beans to the pot, stirring to combine.
Cook uncovered for an additional 5 minutes until heated through and liquid is mostly absorbed.
Remove from heat and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
Cover the pot again for 2 minutes to allow the cheese to melt.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes