Paprika Herb Chicken Quinoa Bowl (Printable)

Juicy spiced chicken with roasted vegetables and fluffy quinoa, topped with fragrant rose harissa for a satisfying wholesome meal.

# What you'll need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
04 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
05 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
06 - 1 garlic clove, minced
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Roasted Vegetables

09 - 1 medium zucchini, diced
10 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
11 - 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
12 - 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
13 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
14 - 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
15 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
16 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Quinoa

17 - 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
18 - 2 cups vegetable broth
19 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Dressing and Garnish

20 - 2 tablespoons rose harissa paste
21 - 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt, optional
22 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
23 - Lemon wedges for serving

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss zucchini, bell peppers, and red onion with olive oil, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on prepared baking sheet.
03 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and tender.
04 - In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, smoked paprika, oregano, thyme, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken breasts evenly with mixture.
05 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through, reaching internal temperature of 165°F. Set aside to rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
06 - Combine quinoa, vegetable broth, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to boil, reduce heat to simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with fork.
07 - Divide cooked quinoa between serving bowls. Top with roasted vegetables and sliced chicken.
08 - Drizzle with rose harissa paste. Add dollop of Greek yogurt if desired, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Everything cooks at once, so you're not stuck babysitting three different pots.
  • The rose harissa adds a floral warmth that feels fancy but takes zero effort.
  • It reheats beautifully, which means lunch is already handled.
  • You can swap almost anything based on what's in your crisper drawer.
02 -
  • Don't skip resting the chicken after cooking, or you'll lose all that flavorful juice to your cutting board.
  • Rinse your quinoa well, or it can taste bitter and soapy from the natural coating.
  • Taste your rose harissa before adding it, some brands are mild and some will set your mouth on fire.
03 -
  • Use a meat thermometer to check the chicken, guessing leads to dry, sad protein.
  • If your harissa is too spicy, mix it with a little olive oil or yogurt before drizzling to mellow it out.
  • Double the vegetables and quinoa, they vanish faster than you think and make perfect leftovers.
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