What I Did With Quinoa
Quinoa cooked with ground chicken, black beans, sauteed veggies, and plenty of seasoning is a protein-packed alternative to rice.
Instructions
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1
{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Soak quinoa in a bowl of water for 20 minutes; drain.'}
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2
{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Heat 1 tablespoon canola oil in a frying pan over medium heat; saute onion, red bell pepper, and garlic until soft, 5 to 10 minutes.'}
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3
{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Combine chicken broth, quinoa, 1/4 cup onion mixture, 1/4 cup sofrito, 1 teaspoon cumin, cilantro, salt, and pepper in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Cover saucepan with a lid, reduce heat, and simmer until quinoa is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Stir corn into quinoa mixture and cook until corn is warmed, about 5 minutes.'}
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4
{'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Heat 1 tablespoon canola oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir chicken, adobo seasoning, garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, salt, and pepper together until chicken is no longer pink, 5 to 10 minutes.'}
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5
{'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Mix quinoa mixture, remaining onion mixture, black beans, and 1/2 cup sofrito into chicken mixture; cook until heated through, 2 to 3 more minutes.'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (4 servings total)