How To Make Cajun Spiced Chicken with Quinoa
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
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In a small bowl, combine the Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
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Rub the chicken breasts with the spice mixture, coating them evenly.
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Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until nicely browned.
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Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
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While the chicken is cooking, rinse the quinoa under cold water and drain.
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In a saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
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Fluff the quinoa with a fork and season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve the Cajun spiced chicken on a bed of quinoa and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Calories : 320kcal
- Total Fat : 8g
- Saturated Fat : 1.5g
- Cholesterol : 80mg
- Sodium : 800mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 28g
- Dietary Fiber : 4g
- Sugar : 1g
- Protein : 32g
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