Chicken Breast with Quinoa and Veggies

Ingredients and Weight:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.25 lbs / 567 g)
• 2 cups quinoa
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
• 2 bell peppers (1 green, 1 red), chopped (2 cups)
• 2 carrots, chopped (1 cup)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4. Add chicken breasts and brown on all sides (about 10 minutes).
5. Transfer chicken to a baking dish.
6. Add onion, bell peppers, carrots, and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
7. Stir in tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
8. Pour sauce over chicken in the baking dish.
9. Cook for 20 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
10. Cook quinoa according to package directions.
11. Serve chicken over quinoa and veggies.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 400
• Fat: 10 g
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbohydrates: 45 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 10 g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful chicken breast
• Colorful and crisp veggies
• Fluffy and protein-rich quinoa
• Healthy and satisfying meal

User Comments:

• "This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the veggies were full of flavor. The quinoa added a nice touch of texture and protein."
• "This is one of the best chicken breast dishes I've ever had. The flavors are amazing, and it's so easy to make."
• "I'm not usually a big fan of quinoa, but this dish changed my mind. It was the perfect complement to the chicken and veggies."
• "This is a great meal for busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's healthy too."
• "I highly recommend this dish for anyone who loves flavorful and satisfying meals."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use large pieces of chicken breasts for best results.
• Do not overcook the chicken, as it will become dry.
• Chop the veggies into uniform pieces so they cook evenly.
• If you don't have canned diced tomatoes, you can use fresh tomatoes. Just dice them before adding them to the skillet.
• Serve with a side salad or roasted potatoes for a complete meal.