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high protein one pot dinner

High Protein One Pot Dinner: 7 Steps to Flavorful Ease


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

A nutritious and filling one pot dinner packed with protein.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned.
  3. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté until softened.
  4. Stir in quinoa, chicken broth, black beans, corn, cumin, and paprika.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover.
  6. Cook for 20 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy.
  7. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Garnish with cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • Substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables.
  • This dish stores well in the fridge for 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: One Pot
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: high protein one pot dinner, healthy dinner, easy dinner