Jul 13 2026

Three Items Recipe

Time40m
Serves2

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Seasoning and Sauce

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook Quinoa

    Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

  2. 2

    Prepare Chicken

    While quinoa is cooking, season 2 pieces of chicken breasts with 1 tsp of salt, 0.5 tsp of black pepper, and 1 tsp of garlic powder. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

  3. 3

    Cook Chicken

    Add seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove from skillet and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.

  4. 4

    Steam Broccoli

    In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the broccoli florets. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until bright green and tender. Add 2 tablespoons of soy sauce to the pan and stir to coat the broccoli.

Assembly

  1. 5

    Plate the Dish

    On a plate, serve a portion of quinoa, topped with sliced chicken breast and steamed broccoli. Drizzle any remaining sauce from the skillet over the top for added flavor.

  2. 6

    Garnish

    Optional: Garnish with sesame seeds or chopped green onions for added flavor and presentation.

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