Busy Girl's Supper
Perfect for hectic weeknights, "Busy Girl's Supper" is a wholesome, one-pan meal designed to keep flavor and nutrition front and center without eating up your time. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe combines tender seared chicken breasts with a vibrant medley of blistered cherry tomatoes, wilted baby spinach, and fluffy quinoa, all brought together with a tangy splash of balsamic vinegar. Optional crumbles of creamy feta cheese add a delicious finishing touch. Packed with protein and vegetables, this quick and easy dinner is not only satisfying but also balances healthy eating with minimal effort. Whether you're juggling a packed schedule or simply craving a nourishing meal in a flash, this recipe is your new go-to. Perfect for meal prepping or serving fresh, it's a flavorful answer to busy weeknight suppers.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pieces chicken breast
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1.5 cups cooked quinoa
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 0.25 cup feta cheese (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 2
Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.
Step 3
Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to rest.
Step 4
In the same skillet, add the cherry tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until they soften and start to blister.
Step 5
Add the baby spinach to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until wilted.
Step 6
Stir in the cooked quinoa and balsamic vinegar, mixing well to combine. Cook for another 2 minutes until everything is heated through.
Step 7
Slice the rested chicken breasts into thin strips.
Step 8
Divide the quinoa and vegetable mixture between two plates or bowls and top each with sliced chicken.
Step 9
Sprinkle with feta cheese, if using, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (836.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1154.3 |
| Total Fat 55.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.8g | |
| Cholesterol 259.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2722.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 73.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.8g | |
| Protein 91.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 466.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1615.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories