Grilled Chicken and Avocado Quinoa Pilaf

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Serves4 (4 ounces each)
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Directions

  1. Heat grill.
  2. Peel and cut avocado into chunks; place in a medium bowl.
  3. Mix lemon juice, basil, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Drizzle over avocado chunks, toss, and set aside.
  4. Mix 1/2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and remaining black pepper. Brush mixture on chicken and red bell pepper.
  5. Grill chicken and pepper until done. Set chicken breasts aside. Cut pepper into thin strips.
  6. While chicken and peppers are grilling, heat remaining olive oil in a large pan, add garlic and onion, and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
  7. Add water, bouillon, and quinoa to pan; bring to boil, cover, reduce heat, and simmer until liquid is absorbed and quinoa is cooked, about 15-20 minutes.
  8. Place quinoa pilaf in a large bowl and add chicken, red peppers, and avocado. Toss gently.

Recipe Tips

Use any type of chicken in this recipe.

Nutrition Facts
Grilled Chicken and Avocado Quinoa Pilaf
Amount Per Serving (4 ounces eachg)
Calories 460 Calories from Fat 144
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 45mg 15%
Sodium 240mg 10%
Potassium 1047mg 30%
Total Carbohydrates 54g 18%
Dietary Fiber 7g 28%
Protein 28g 56%
Vitamin A 9%
Vitamin C 67%
Vitamin D0%
Calcium 6%
Iron 28%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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