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Lemon Garlic Grilled Chicken with Mediterranean Quinoa

Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 4 · medium

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Lemon Garlic Grilled Chicken with Mediterranean Quinoa

Tender lemon-garlic marinated chicken grilled to perfection, served over a fresh Mediterranean-style quinoa salad.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts, boneless, skinless
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large resealable bag, combine the lemon juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken and massage the marinade into the chicken. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.

  2. 2

    While the chicken marinates, cook the quinoa according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and let cool slightly.

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