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Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken with Roasted Zucchini and Quinoa Pilaf

Prep 20 min · Cook 30 min · Serves 4 · medium

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Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken with Roasted Zucchini and Quinoa Pilaf

Tender grilled chicken seasoned with lemon and cracked black pepper, paired with oven-roasted zucchini and a fluffy quinoa pilaf infused with aromatic herbs. A well-balanced, GLP-1 friendly dinner that supports weight management.

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 5-6 oz each
  • 4 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
  • 1 cup quinoa, uncooked
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons dried parsley
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided

Instructions

  1. 1

    1. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    2. In a small bowl, combine lemon zest, black pepper, garlic powder, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Rub this seasoning mixture all over the chicken breasts.

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