Seared Chili-Lime Chicken Thighs with Roasted Butternut Squash and Quinoa
Prep 20 min · Cook 35 min · Serves 4 · medium

Seared chicken thighs seasoned with a zesty chili-lime rub, served over a bed of roasted butternut squash and fluffy quinoa for a balanced, protein-packed GLP-1 friendly dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp lime zest
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 4 cups butternut squash, cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups quinoa, cooked
- 4 each lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss the butternut squash cubes with 1 tbsp olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, until tender and lightly browned.
- 2
In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, lime zest, salt, and pepper. Rub the seasoning mix evenly over the chicken thighs.
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