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Lemon Dill Chicken with Asparagus and Quinoa

Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 289kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast raw
  • 1 bunch asparagus trimmed
  • 2/3 cup dry tri-color quinoa cooked according to package directions
  • 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 2 lemons zested and juiced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp fresh dill chopped
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper

Instructions

  • Whisk 1/2 of the lemon juice, 1/2 of the lemon zest, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp dill, 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper together.  Pour over chicken and marinate at least one hour.
  • Whisk Greek yogurt with remaining lemon juice, lemon zest, dill, salt and pepper.  Set aside.
  • Add asparagus to a microwave safe dish and cover with a very damp paper towel.  Microwave for 2 1/2 minutes or until asparagus is bright green.  Dunk in ice water to stop the cooking.
  • Grill chicken about 5 minutes per side or until cooked through.  Serve with asparagus, quinoa and Greek yogurt sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 289kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 67mg | Sodium: 105mg | Potassium: 566mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g