Quinoa with Summer Squash, Roasted Chicken, Spinach, Corn and Tomatoes

by Lauren on February 4, 2013

Hi friends!

I’m currently swamped with work and such, but I promise to try and have an update posted shortly.  Until then, please enjoy a favorite blast from the past recipe, quinoa with summer squash, roasted chicken, spinach, corn and tomatoes.  Every time I see this dish, I want to make it all over again and again.  It’s perfectly light but incredibly filling.

Enjoy!

 

Quinoa with Summer Squash, Roasted Chicken, Spinach, Corn and Tomatoes

by Lauren Podolsky

Prep Time: 10 min

Cook Time: 25 min

Keywords: entree chicken/turkey

 

Ingredients (serves 1)

  • 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 chicken breast, diced into large pieces
  • 1/2 cup sliced zucchini
  • 1/2 cup sliced yellow squash
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 1/4 cup sweet corn
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon agave
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare chicken. Season with 1 tsp of olive oil salt and pepper, place on a foil-lined baking sheet and roast at 400 degrees for 15-20 minutes or until cooked.

Prepare quinoa as directed.

In a large skillet, saute squash in 1 tsp of oil, salt and pepper for 5-6 minutes until squash begins to soften and brown.

Add cooked quinoa, corn, and cherry tomatoes.

Add cooked chopped chicken and spinach.

In a small bowl, mix balsamic and agave.

Pour dressing over skillet and mix to combine.

Stir in feta cheese and let mixture cook for 1-2 minutes so the flavors incorporate.

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{ 5 comments }

Lisa February 4, 2013 at 2:22 pm

Yum! This looks excellent! I’ve been using quinoa SO much lately, but with the same old things. I need a new recipe, and this looks like a keeper:)

Erica February 4, 2013 at 2:39 pm

Hang in there! What a colorful and delicious dish!!

Julia February 4, 2013 at 10:26 pm

What a great dinner idea and way to use quinoa! These flavors look delicious together–love the feta too!

Katie @ Talk Less, Say More February 4, 2013 at 11:15 pm

Right up my alley!! YUM!

Sarah @ making thyme for health February 5, 2013 at 11:00 am

This looks healthy and tasty!

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