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Seared Chili-Lime Chicken Thighs with Roasted Butternut Squash and Quinoa

Prep 20 min · Cook 35 min · Serves 4 · medium

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Seared Chili-Lime Chicken Thighs with Roasted Butternut Squash and Quinoa

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. 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. 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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