First Watch Pesto Chicken Quinoa Bowl Recipe

This First Watch Pesto Chicken Quinoa Bowl is a delicious and nutritious dish that combines the flavors of tender chicken, vibrant pesto, and hearty quinoa. It's a perfect meal for a healthy and satisfying lunch or dinner.

Ingredients:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 cup pesto sauce
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 red onion, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup pine nuts
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil

Instructions: How to Cook First Watch Pesto Chicken Quinoa Bowl

1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken breasts in olive oil until they are cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and let them rest before slicing.
2. In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
3. In the same skillet used for the chicken, sauté the red bell pepper and red onion until they are softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Once the quinoa is cooked, fluff it with a fork and stir in the pesto sauce until well combined.
5. To assemble the bowls, divide the quinoa among serving bowls. Top with sliced chicken, sautéed bell pepper and onion, cherry tomatoes, and pine nuts.
6. Drizzle with additional pesto sauce if desired and serve hot. Enjoy your delicious First Watch Pesto Chicken Quinoa Bowl!