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QUINOA SPINACH AND MUSHROOM STUFFED CHICKEN

You’re after something special for dinner tonight, aren’t you? Quinoa Spinach and Mushroom Stuffed Chicken might be just the thing. It’s a wonderful combination of flavors, a healthy option, and best of all, it’s a cinch to make. So roll up those sleeves, and let’s get cooking!
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Course: Main Course
Keyword: chicken, Dinner, Mushroom burger, protein, protein food, protein smoothie, spinach
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Nutritions

Nutrition Facts
QUINOA SPINACH AND MUSHROOM STUFFED CHICKEN
Amount per Serving
Calories
450
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
15
g
23
%
Cholesterol
 
100
mg
33
%
Sodium
 
397
mg
17
%
Carbohydrates
 
35
g
12
%
Fiber
 
5
g
21
%
Sugar
 
3
g
3
%
Protein
 
40
g
80
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS

FOR THE CHICKEN:

  • Quinoa – 1/2 cup 85 grams
  • Spinach chopped – 1 cup (30 grams)
  • Mushrooms chopped – 1 cup (70 grams)
  • Chicken breasts – 2 170 grams each
  • Garlic minced – 2 cloves
  • Olive oil – 1 tablespoon 15 milliliters
  • Salt and pepper – as you like it
  • FOR THE SAUCE:
  • Low-sodium chicken broth – 1 cup 240 milliliters
  • Lemon juice – 1 tablespoon 15 milliliters
  • Cornstarch – 1 teaspoon 3 grams
  • Salt and pepper – to taste

Instructions

LET’S COOK QUINOA SPINACH AND MUSHROOM STUFFED CHICKEN

    Prepare the Quinoa: Just follow the package instructions.

    • Cook the Veggies: Sauté garlic in olive oil, add spinach and mushrooms. Cook ’til they’re soft.
    • Mix the Stuffing: Combine the quinoa with the veggies. Season as you like.
    • Stuff the Chicken: Cut pockets in the breasts and stuff them with the quinoa mixture.
    • Cook the Chicken: 7-8 minutes on each side in a skillet.
    • Make the Sauce: Mix sauce ingredients in a pan, cook until thick.
    • Serve It Up: Your Quinoa Spinach and Mushroom Stuffed Chicken is ready to impress!

    Notes

    TIPS:
    Keep an eye on that chicken; 165°F (75°C) is perfect.
    Feel free to tweak the seasoning; your kitchen, your rules!
    Easy does it with the stuffing; we want stuffed chicken, not torn chicken!