Zesty Mediterranean Chicken Skewers with Herbed Quinoa

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp oregano, dried
• 1/4 cup basil, fresh, chopped
• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large resealable bag, combine the chicken, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, and 2 tablespoons of the chopped basil. Seal the bag and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour, allowing the chicken to marinate.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, bring the quinoa and vegetable broth to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until quinoa is tender. Fluff with a fork and stir in the remaining basil, tomatoes, olives, feta, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.