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BBQ Chicken Quinoa Bowls + Weekly Menu

I don’t know what you’re up to this Sunday, but I am thoroughly enjoying the beautiful weather (60+ degrees and sunny!) and not a whole lot going on. Friday evening and Saturday were JAM-PACKED and for that reason, I can’t seem to fully shake the cold/crud I’ve had for nearly a week now. #worthit

That extra hour of sleep last night was lovely, though not necessarily needed. I do believe we turned in by 9:30pm which with the time change was 8:30pm. Oops. Contrast that with this evening when my 9:30pm hockey game will FEEL more like 10:30pm. Monday morning should be fun, right!?

Yesterday was a day of not one but TWO kids’ birthday parties for both girls. By the end of party #2, my extroversion had run out. I was so ready to be done with people. I just wanted to settle in for the Illini win and not talk to or be touched. I’m sure other parents can relate to getting to THAT point, but I was there.

I mean, the last party we were at was in a DARK (“Cosmic”) bowling alley with 4-6 year olds that were trying to put on bowling shoes…in the dark, bowl…in the dark, eat…in the dark, drink…in the dark, and open gifts…in the dark. It was a disaster. The hosting mom had ordered pizza and brought it in only to find out that outside food (beyond cake/cupcakes) was not allowed and then all the kids were hangry, the parents were bored and totally annoyed, and the whole thing ran over by an hour.

Friday night was way more fun – ax throwing and dinner out with my girlfriends. What did we talk about? How the guy instructing us on ax throwing was half our age, bifocals, exercise that’s easier on the joints, and Instant Pot recipes to try. I have a butter chicken recipe passed along that has very high marks from a trusted foodie – can’t wait to give it a go!

My offering to the ladies – this recipe. It’s always a hit and you might have guessed it, a repeat on the blog. I mean, you know if it’s making a reappearance, pictures and all, it is well worth making. Or if you didn’t know…now you do 😉 High, high marks given every time it comes around, and healthy, too! Enjoy!

BBQ Chicken Quinoa Bowls

BBQ Chicken Quinoa Bowls

Yield: 4 servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

This SUPER simple, flavorful meal is nutritious and a sure crowd pleaser - kids included!

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cooked quinoa (about 1 cup dry)
  • 1 lb rotisserie chicken, shredded
  • ⅓ cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 avocado, chopped
  • 1½ cups corn
  • ¼ red onion, finely chopped
  • ¾ cup 2% Mexican blend cheese, shredded
  • 6 scallions, chopped
  • ½ cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime, quartered

Instructions

  1. Cook quinoa according to package directions; keep warm.
  2. Toss shredded chicken with BBQ sauce and top each serving of quinoa (about 1 cup) with 4 ounces of chicken. Top with ¼ avocado, ⅓ cup corn, red onion, 3 tablespoons cheese, scallions, and cilantro. Serve with a squeeze of lime juice over top.

Notes

Recipe slightly adapted from What's Gaby Cooking

Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1 cup quinoa, 4 oz chicken, as prepared
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 568Total Fat: 19.0gCholesterol: 88mgSodium: 511mgCarbohydrates: 54.8gFiber: 9.8gSugar: 13gProtein: 46g

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Quinoa is such a versatile, nutrient-packed protein source. Get creative with it!

Weekly Menu: November 7th – 11th

  • Sunday: Whole Wheat Pumpkin Pancakes with turkey sausage and fruit
  • Monday: Sesame Teriyaki Chicken with brown rice and steamed broccoli
  • Tuesday: whole wheat English muffin pizzas with Caesar salad
  • Wednesday: grilled cheese and tomato soup
  • Thursday: leftovers / Book Club

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