Description
Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken Quinoa Bowl is healthy, fresh, and packed with bright flavor. Juicy grilled chicken, fluffy quinoa, crisp vegetables, herbs, and a zesty lemon dressing come together for an easy protein-rich meal perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.
Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
2 cups chicken broth or water
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, diced
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
1. In a bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
2. Add chicken breasts and coat evenly in the marinade.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
4. Cook quinoa with chicken broth or water according to package directions until fluffy.
5. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
6. Grill chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side until fully cooked and grill marks appear.
7. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
8. Divide quinoa among bowls.
9. Top with romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and sliced chicken.
10. Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
Chicken thighs also work well for extra juicy flavor.
Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth for a lighter quinoa base.
Add avocado or olives for more Mediterranean flavor.
Store components separately for easy meal prep up to 4 days.