Description
A collection of delicious and nutritious protein-packed dinner recipes designed for active families.
Ingredients
- Chicken breast – 1 lb
- Quinoa – 1 cup
- Black beans – 1 can
- Bell peppers – 2, diced
- Olive oil – 2 tbsp
- Garlic – 2 cloves, minced
- Onion – 1, chopped
- Spinach – 2 cups
- Cheddar cheese – 1 cup, shredded
- Salt – to taste
- Pepper – to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a pot, cook quinoa according to package instructions.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add diced bell peppers and spinach, cooking until softened.
- Stir in black beans and cooked quinoa, mixing well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute chicken with turkey or tofu for a vegetarian option.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for quick dinners.
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg