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Cheesy Chicken Quinoa

4 servings40 minutes
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Cheesy Chicken Quinoa

Timing

prep time10 minutes
cook time30 minutes

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons neutral oil
  • 1 cup quinoa (rinsed and drained)
  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 yellow onion (peeled and small-diced)
  • 2 red or orange bell peppers (trimmed, seeded, and small-diced)
  • 1 jalapeño pepper (trimmed and small-diced)
  • 4 cloves garlic (peeled and minced)
  • 2 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne powder (optional)
  • 2 tablespoon tomato paste
  • can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • Pinch sugar (optional)
  • ½ cup cilantro (loosely packed and minced, plus more for serving)
  • 1 lime (juiced)
  • 6 ounce Oaxaca cheese (grated)
  • Sliced jalapeño (optional; for serving)
  • Sour cream (for serving)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

Cook the quinoa:

1. Heat 2 teaspoons neutral oil in a small pot over medium heat. Add the rinsed quinoa and cook for 2 to 3 minutes to toast it lightly. Add ¾ teaspoon salt. Pour in 2 cups of water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and cover. Simmer for 15 minutes. Turn off the heat and let stand for 10 minutes before fluffing with a fork.

Brown the chicken:

1. Heat 1 tablespoon neutral oil in a large, ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the ground chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks.

Cook the aromatics:

1. Add the diced onion, bell peppers, and jalapeño to the chicken. Cook for an additional 5 to 8 minutes until softened. Season with salt and pepper. 2. Add the garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, and cayenne powder and toss to coat.

Simmer the ground chicken:

1. Add the tomato paste to the skillet and stir to coat. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes to brown the paste. 2. Add the diced tomatoes and 1 cup chicken stock. Bring to a boil. Add a pinch of sugar and reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 20 to 30 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasonings to your preference.

Finish the cheesy chicken quinoa:

1. Turn the broiler on. 2. Add the cooked quinoa, minced cilantro, and lime juice to the chicken and stir to combine. Sprinkle the grated Oaxaca cheese on top and transfer to the broiler for 3 to 4 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and browned.

To serve:

1. Sprinkle the finished dish with minced cilantro and scatter sliced jalapeño on top, if you like. Serve with a dollop of sour cream on top and more lime wedges on the side. Enjoy!

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Nutrition Facts

Calories568
Amount/Serving
% Daily Value*
Total Fat28g
Saturated Fat0g
Trans Fat0g
Monounsaturated Fat0g
Polyunsaturated Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg
Sodium546mg
Total Carbohydrate43g
Dietary Fiber7g
Total Sugars7g
Net Carbs36g
Protein38g
Vitamin A0mcg
Vitamin C0mg
Calcium0mg
Iron0mg
Potassium0mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Values are gathered via the original recipe source and/or estimated by AI. To find accurate nutrition information for your recipe, please consult a licensed nutritionist.

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