One-Pot Garlic Lemon Chicken with Spinach and Quinoa

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A bright and nourishing one-pot chicken dish where tender pieces are simmered with quinoa, fresh spinach, and zesty lemon for a wholesome meal. This Mediterranean-inspired one-pot recipe (gluten free), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, quinoa, fresh spinach for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Add 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch pieces, seasoning with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is browned but not fully cooked.
  2. Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes to the skillet, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant but not burnt.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 3/4 cup quinoa, coating it in the oil and garlic for 1 minute, then pour in 2 cups chicken broth and 3 tbsp lemon juice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Step 4: After 15 minutes, lift the lid and gently fold in 4 cups fresh spinach. Cover again and cook for 5 more minutes until quinoa is fluffy and spinach is wilted.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the dish before serving for freshness and color.

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