Ingredients
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- 1 cup quinoa uncooked
- 2 cup water
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt of your choice approximate measure
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp prepared pesto
- 1 tbsp Parmesan cheese grated
Instructions
- Bring quinoa and water to a low boil in a medium saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook 20 minutes or until all liquid absorbed.
- While quinoa cooks, lightly sprinkle both sides of chicken breasts with seasoned salt. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken to hot oil, and cook for approximately 7 minutes per side or until cooked through.
- Spread cheese over each piece of chicken, and sprinkle Italian seasoning over the cheese. Turn heat off skillet, cover, and allow to stand until cheese melts.
- When quinoa is done, stir in pesto and parmesan cheese. Serve chicken over quinoa.
Notes
Feel free to substitute cooked rice or couscous for the quinoa if you prefer.
- Prep Time: 25