How to Make Mexican Quinoa with Creamy Chicken and Vegetables - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking to add some spice to your typical weeknight dinner routine? This Mexican Quinoa with Creamy Chicken and Vegetables recipe is the perfect solution. It's packed with flavorful, vibrant ingredients that will excite your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.

Quinoa is a versatile and nutritious grain that serves as the perfect base for this dish. It's packed with protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals, making it a great alternative to traditional r...

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Ingredients

  • 2 ¼ cups water, divided
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, crushed, divided
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 4 chicken tenders, cut into chunks
  • ¼ cup frozen corn
  • ¼ cup frozen green peas
  • ¼ cup frozen mixed bell peppers
  • ¼ cup coarsely chopped fresh spinach
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 2 limes, juiced

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring 2 cups water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan over medium heat. Simmer until quinoa is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion until lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in 3 garlic cloves, chili powder, salt, paprika, and red pepper flakes with a wooden spoon. Add chicken; cook and stir for about 5 minutes. Pour in remaining 1/4 cup water. Cover and cook for 15 minutes.
  • Stir corn, peas, peppers, and spinach into the skillet. Cover and cook for 5 minutes more. Mix milk and flour together and pour into the skillet; cook and stir for 2 minutes.
  • Divide quinoa among 4 serving plates. Scoop chicken and vegetable mixture on top. Whisk lime juice and remaining garlic together in a bowl; drizzle over each serving.
  • Nutrition

    326 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 32mg
    • Sodium: 639mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 38g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 18mg
    • Calcium: 57mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 493mg