Captain Jack's Food Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Side Ingredients
Method
Main Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat them thoroughly. Cover and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Cook the Chicken
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Place the marinated chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- 3
Chop the Parsley
While the chicken is cooking, finely chop the fresh parsley and set aside for garnish.
Side Preparation
- 4
Cook the Quinoa
In a saucepan, bring vegetable broth to a boil. Add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
- 5
Prepare the Salad
Dice the cucumber and halve the cherry tomatoes. In a bowl, combine the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and cooked quinoa. Toss gently to mix.
Assembly
- 6
Plate the Dish
On a serving plate, place a generous serving of the quinoa salad. Top with sliced chicken breast and sprinkle with chopped parsley for garnish.
