These Healthy Grain and Chicken Bowls are fresh, hearty, and packed with bold Mediterranean flavors. Juicy marinated chicken, quinoa, lentils, and a zesty salsa make it perfect for meal prep or a quick, nourishing dinner.
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Add the chicken, olive oil, mustard, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to a non-reactive bowl. Let marinate for 15-30 minutes.
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Prep the grains by adding the quinoa, lentils, and broth to a medium pan with a lid. Bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, turn down to a simmer on low heat, Cover and cook for 20 minutes or until the broth is mostly absorbed. Turn off the heat and let sit covered for 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
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Make the Mediterranean salad/salsa: Combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, roasted red peppers, black olives, shallot, parsley, mint, dill, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Taste and season if needed.