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Balanced Meals for a Healthy Lifestyle

A vibrant bowl filled with quinoa, grilled chicken pieces, broccoli florets, and colorful bell peppers, perfect for balanced meals.
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This recipe focuses on creating balanced meals that support a healthy lifestyle, incorporating lean protein, complex carbohydrates, and healthy fats.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 1 cup quinoa, uncooked
  • 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook quinoa according to package directions using vegetable broth.
  2. While quinoa cooks, cut chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Add chopped bell peppers and broccoli florets to the skillet with the chicken.
  6. Cook vegetables until tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
  7. Stir in cooked quinoa and fresh parsley.
  8. Mix well and serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken with tofu or fish for a different protein source.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like onions, zucchini, or spinach.
  • Adjust seasoning to your preference.

Nutrition

Keywords: healthy meal, balanced diet, chicken, quinoa, vegetables, lean protein, complex carbs, lifestyle

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