Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken with Quinoa Salad

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 lemons (juiced)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1 cucumber (diced)
• 1 bell pepper (diced)
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1/4 cup feta cheese (optional)

Steps

1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper
2. Add chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated
3. Marinate for at least 20 minutes
4. Rinse quinoa under cold water
5. In a pot, combine quinoa and water, bring to a boil
6. Once boiling, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed
7. Remove quinoa from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork
8. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, cucumber, bell pepper, and parsley
9. Preheat grill to medium-high heat
10. Grill marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through
11. Slice the grilled chicken and serve over the quinoa salad
12. Top with feta cheese if desired