Description
Experience the festive flavors of the Cherry Coded Holiday Protein Bowl, a vibrant medley that combines tender chicken, fresh cherries, and nutrient-rich greens over fluffy quinoa. This easy-to-make dish bursts with seasonal sweetness and is perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights at home. With its eye-catching presentation and wholesome ingredients, it’s sure to delight family and friends while fueling your holiday adventures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 680g)
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted (about 300g)
- 1 cup quinoa, uncooked (about 170g)
- 4 cups fresh spinach (about 120g)
- ¼ cup balsamic glaze (60ml)
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese (75g)
- ¼ cup chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts, about 30g)
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Wash and pit the cherries.
- Cook Quinoa: In a medium pot, boil water and add quinoa. Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- Sauté Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, cooking until golden brown on both sides—6-7 minutes per side.
- Combine Spinach and Cherries: In another pan, toss spinach with halved cherries over medium heat until lightly wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Assemble Bowl: Layer quinoa in a bowl, top with sautéed spinach and cherries, then slice chicken on top.
- Drizzle & Garnish: Finish with balsamic glaze, sprinkle feta cheese, and add chopped nuts before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 90mg