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Quinoa & Chicken Enchilada Skillet
Ingredients
If you're looking for a flavorful dinner that can be on the table in 45 minutes, look no further. You'll love every bite of this delicious, hassle-free meal.
1 Tbsp. olive oil
3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, sliced
3/4 cup quinoa
1 cup low-sodium enchilada sauce
1/2 cup water
1 bell pepper, sliced
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. cumin
1 cup no-salt-added black beans, rinsed
1 lime, zested and juiced
1 avocado
1/3 cup fresh cilantro
1/2 unsweetened almond milk
1/4 t. salt
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Quinoa & Chicken Enchilada Skillet

Quinoa & Chicken Enchilada Skillet

Quinoa & Chicken Enchilada Skillet
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  • Servings:4 (393 g)
  • Prep Time:20 minutes
  • Cook Time:25 minutes
directions
1. Heat oil in large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear on both sides, about 1 minute per side.
2. Add quinoa, enchilada sauce, water, pepper, garlic powder and cumin.
3. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover and cook until most of the liquid is gone and the quinoa is soft (about 12 minutes). Stir in black beans and zest.
4. While quinoa is cooking, place lime juice, avocado, cilantro, almond milk and salt in a blender or food processor. Blend until well combined.
5. Serve hot, topped with the avocado sauce.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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