Chicken and Quinoa Paella

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast (1 pound)
• 1 cup quinoa
• 1/2 onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
• 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)
• 1/4 green bell pepper, chopped (1/4 cup)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Intermediate (3/5)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
2. Rinse the quinoa in a fine-mesh sieve.
3. In a large skillet or paella pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
4. Sauté the onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and garlic until softened.
5. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
6. Stir in the paprika, cumin, and turmeric.
7. Add the quinoa and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
8. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
9. Stir in the corn and cilantro.
10. Cook for 5 more minutes, or until the corn is heated through.
11. Serve immediately with lemon wedges, if desired.

Nutritional Information:

Calories: 350 Protein: 30 grams Carbohydrates: 50 grams Fat: 10 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Bright and colorful
• Healthy and nutritious
• Perfect for a special occasion or a quick and easy weeknight meal

User Comments:

• "This paella is so delicious! The combination of flavors is perfect."
• "It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my guests."
• "I love that it's a healthier version of traditional paella."
• "The lemon wedges add a nice touch of freshness."
• "I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to rinse the quinoa thoroughly before cooking to remove any bitterness.
• If you don't have a paella pan, you can use a large skillet or Dutch oven.
• You can add other vegetables to your paella, such as peas, carrots, or zucchini.
• Serve the paella with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious juices.