Shredded Chicken and Toasted Sesame Maple Quinoa Recipe

Name: Shredded Chicken and Toasted Sesame Maple Quinoa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: One 6-ounce boneless skinless chicken breast; 3/4 cup quinoa; 1 1/2 cups water; 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup; 1 tablespoon water; 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce; 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil; 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 clove of garlic, finely minced; Sea salt; 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced; 3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds; 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped

Servings: persons

One 6-ounce boneless skinless chicken breast
3/4 cup quinoa
1 1/2 cups water
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon water
1/2 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 tablespoon sesame oil
1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 clove of garlic, finely minced
Sea salt
1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped

1
Add the chicken breast to a small saucepan and cover halfway with water.
2
Cover the pan and bring it to a boil over high heat.
3
Reduce the heat and simmer the chicken for 25 minutes, or until very tender.
4
Remove from the heat and drain the water from the pan.
5
Shred the chicken using two forks.
6
Meanwhile, prepare the quinoa.
7
Add the quinoa and 1 1/2 cups water to a small saucepan.
8
Bring to a boil over high heat then reduce the heat to low.
9
Cook, covered, for 12 minutes.
10
Remove from the heat and set aside.
11
In a small bowl whisk together the maple syrup, 1 tablespoon of water, soy sauce, sesame oil, vegetable oil and garlic.
12
Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt.
13
In a large bowl toss together the shredded chicken and cooked quinoa with the dressing.
14
Add the red pepper, toasted sesame seeds and cilantro and toss to coat.
15
Serve immediately.

120

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: One 6-ounce boneless skinless chicken breast, 3/4 cup quinoa, 1 1/2 cups water, 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup, and more.

Yes, Shredded Chicken and Toasted Sesame Maple Quinoa 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.

Shredded Chicken and Toasted Sesame Maple Quinoa

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