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    Chicken Philly Quinoa Bowl

    Published: Aug 29, 2017 · Updated: Dec 3, 2021 · This post may contain affiliate links. · 1 Comment

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    These Chicken Philly Quinoa Bowls make an easy weeknight dinner that can be customized to what you and your family enjoy and have on hand!

    Chicken Philly Quinoa Bowl

    Cooking doesn't have to be intimidating, a huge ordeal, or stressful. And one of the things that holds up a lot of people? The intimidation factor of recipes. That's why I'm determined to share super simple, no-stress recipes, like these Chicken Philly Quinoa Bowls!

    Think of this recipe more like a guide. Get creative with it! My first college degree was in music and growing up immersed in a creative culture is partially why I love cooking. It's just another avenue to create and express yourself! Have fun in the kitchen!

    Chicken Philly Quinoa Bowl

    Recipe Tips to Customize Chicken Philly Quinoa Bowls

    When it comes to this Chicken Philly Quinoa Bowls dinner, it's super easy. I have ingredient amounts specified in the recipe below, but think of it more as an outline you can embellish. Here are some ways you can think about this easy dinner to approach it to create a meal that fits your wants and needs:

    • Think about what foods you and your family like, what you have on hand, and if there are any foods that need to be used ASAP.
    • Add more vegetables you love and less of what you don't. Love caramelized onions? Then use a whole onion, or two! Have more mushrooms that need to be utilized? Chop 'em up and add them in! Prefer kale over spinach? Use that! You can add other vegetables that aren't listed here, like sliced zucchini or eggplant, too.
    • For protein, you don't have to add any extra. With this meal in particular, the quinoa base actually has all essential amino acids in it. Then there are small amounts of protein in the mushrooms, cheese, etc. This is a great way to use up any leftover chicken you have on hand, or you use any other protein (steak, pork, sausage, tofu, beans, lentils, etc. You could even fry an egg to put on top!)
    • Dislike cheese or have an intolerance? Then leave it out! If you're looking for added creaminess you could always add things like hummus or plain yogurt, too.
    • Don't like quinoa or don't have any on hand? You can use any sort of base! In fact this meal was created because I didn't have any bread to make chicken philly sandwiches with. So check your pantry and see what you have. You can use bread, rice, any whole grain, pasta, polenta, etc.
    • Use as much or as little seasoning as you like. As a general rule, start small and work your way up - it's a lot easier to add seasoning than it is to take away.

    Chicken Philly Quinoa Bowl

    Play with it and have fun! Make these Chicken Philly Quinoa Bowls a meal that you and your family will enjoy and use what you have. Keep it simple! Life is far too crazy to let food stress you out. 😉

    Looking for more easy, healthy dinner inspiration?

    Try these Nutrition to Fit favorite easy, healthy dinner recipes!

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    And if you make this recipe don't forget to share your thoughts in the comments below and take a pic and share to social media (tag @nutritiontofit #nutritiontofit). Live well!

    Easy and customizable Chicken Philly Quinoa Bowl weeknight dinner
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    Chicken Philly Quinoa Bowl

    These Chicken Philly Quinoa Bowls make an easy weeknight dinner that can be customized to what you and your family enjoy and have on hand!
    free from: wheat/ gluten, soy, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts (dairy optional)
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time10 mins
    Total Time15 mins
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 408kcal
    Author: Lindsey Janeiro, RDN, CLT

    Ingredients

    • 1 teaspoon olive oil
    • 8 oz mushrooms sliced
    • 1 bell pepper core and stem removed then sliced
    • ½ sweet onion sliced
    • 2 cup chopped spinach
    • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 cup cooked chicken chopped
    • 1 cup cooked quinoa
    • ¼ cup shredded mozzarella
    • optional: fresh or dried herbs to garnish like basil, parsley, etc.
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    Instructions

    • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
    • Add mushrooms, peppers, and onions and saute for 4-5 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
    • Add chicken, spinach, and seasonings. Stir until ingredients are combined and spinach has cooked down.
    • Serve chicken and vegetable mixture over cooked quinoa. Top with shredded mozzarella (pro tip: let the mozzarella get a little melty over the hot chicken and veggie mixture for a few minutes!).
    • Cooking for one or have leftovers? Save for another meal within the next couple days!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 408kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 184mg | Potassium: 1058mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 4830IU | Vitamin C: 90.8mg | Calcium: 148mg | Iron: 4.3mg

    Easy and customizable Chicken Philly Quinoa Bowl weeknight dinner

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