Protein Dinner Recipe
Each dish is high in protein and ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or tofu for a vegetarian option)
- 1 cup quinoa or brown rice
- 1 cup cup chopped bell peppers
- 1 cup zucchini, sliced
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprik
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ lemon, juiced
Instructions
- 1️⃣ Prepare Ingredients: Wash and chop all vegetables. Dice chicken (if using).
- 2️⃣ Cook the Grains: Cook quinoa or brown rice according to package instructions.
- 3️⃣ Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add bell peppers, zucchini, and tomatoes, and sauté for 5 minutes.
- 4️⃣ Cook the Protein: Push vegetables to the side of the skillet and add diced chicken (or tofu). Season with paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until golden brown and cooked through (~8-10 minutes).
- 5️⃣ Combine & Serve: Stir in cooked quinoa or rice, drizzle with lemon juice, and toss to combine. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
