Quinoa With Butternut Squash, Chicken, And Goat Che

Name: Quinoa With Butternut Squash, Chicken, And Goat Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts; water to cover; 1 1/2 cups quinoa; 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 cup chopped pecans; 1 small butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice; 1 cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Craisins(R)); 1 (5.5 ounce) package crumbled goat cheese; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, or more to taste; salt and ground black pepper to taste

Servings: persons

2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
water to cover
1 1/2 cups quinoa
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup chopped pecans
1 small butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Craisins(R))
1 (5.5 ounce) package crumbled goat cheese
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, or more to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

1
Place chicken breasts in a saucepan; add water and bring to a boil. Lower heat to medium and simmer just until chicken breasts are no longer pink in the middle, 5 to 8 minutes. Remove chicken breasts and set aside to cool, reserving water.
2
Measure 3 cups from reserved water and discard any remaining. Pour the 3 cups water back into saucepan. Add quinoa and bouillon; return to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed and quinoa is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
3
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pecans and toss until fragrant and one shade darker, about 5 minutes. Remove pecans and set aside. Add butternut squash and 2 tablespoons water to the same skillet; cook and stir until just tender, adding more water if needed, 4 to 5 minutes.
4
Chop chicken breasts into 1/2-inch pieces.
5
Combine cooked quinoa, chicken, squash, and pecans in a bowl. Stir in cranberries, goat cheese, and parsley; season with salt and pepper.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, water to cover, 1 1/2 cups quinoa, 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules, and more.

Yes, Quinoa With Butternut Squash, Chicken, And Goat Cheese falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Quinoa With Butternut Squash, Chicken, And Goat Cheese

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