CHICKEN WITH PEAS & QUINOA

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Ever tried quinoa? It makes a nice substitute for rice or couscous, and this recipe is a delicious introduction to its fabulous taste and texture.

Provided by Campbell's Kitchen

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Swanson®

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast tenders
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed
1 ½ cups Swanson® Chicken Broth or Swanson® Chicken Stock
1 (24 ounce) jar Prego® Veggie Smart® Smooth & Simple Italian Sauce
1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas, thawed

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 10 minutes or until well browned on both sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet, cover and keep warm.
  • Add the paprika and quinoa to the skillet and stir to coat. Stir in the broth and sauce and heat to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium. Cover and cook for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is tender. Stir in the peas. Return the chicken to the skillet. Cook until the chicken is cooked through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 499.1 calories, Carbohydrate 63.2 g, Cholesterol 66.5 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 10.3 g, Protein 36.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 1079.3 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

nomsa mogale
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I'm not a big fan of quinoa, but this recipe changed my mind. It was really delicious!


JONATHAN diaz
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's healthy too.


Alex McNeel
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved it!


Mohammad Razique
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I also like to add some chopped vegetables to the quinoa.


Shelmith Mwende
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The chicken was a little dry, but overall the dish was pretty good.


Emmanuel Abiodun
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This recipe was a little too bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


darryl mensah
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I wasn't sure how this dish would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. It was really delicious and the chicken was cooked perfectly.


Nas Turay
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great dish to serve for company because it's easy to make and everyone loves it.


Maricel Olarte
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the combination of chicken, peas, and quinoa.


ranadilshad ranadilshad
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I made this for dinner last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. It was easy to make and the ingredients were easy to find.


Emmanuel Amo-Darkwa (TJ Storm)
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the peas and quinoa added a nice touch of texture and flavor. I would definitely make this again.