Garlic Chicken Stir fry with Quinoa

I've been really lazy about posting here the past couple of months....so now that it's the new year, it's time to play catch up!!

I made this dish back in November. I found it on the package of Trader Joe's Organic Quinoa; at the time, I was trying to find a pasta/rice-like filler that was lower WeighWatcher's points. Quinoa is an amazing food, high in protein and yet a grain. I also wanted to try this recipe because it sounded so simple, and it was! It is also an all-in-one dish, with veggies, meat, and starch.

Serves 4
1 serving = 15 WeightWatchers PointsPlus

Ingredients:
1 cup quinoa
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 lbs chicken breast
4 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, chopped or thinly slice
1 medium red bell pepper
1 medium yellow bell pepper (I used green instead because it was on sale)
5 garlic cloves, thinly sliced or pressed
20 basil leaves
1/4 grated Parmesan cheese

Step 1: Prepare quinoa with chicken stock, according to package intructions.
Step 2: Cut chicken into one-inch pieces.
Step 3: Heat large skillet over high heat and add oil.
Step 4: Add chicken and saute for 5 minutes or until golden brown.
Step 5: Add onions and bell peppers; saute for 1-2 minutes.
Step 6: Add garlic and saute until peppers are slightly limp, but still bright (about 1-2 minutes).
Step 7: Season with salt and pepper.
Step 8: Remove pan from heat; add basil and quinoa. Toss until basil silts; garnish with cheese.

Recipe times: Prep - 15 minutes, Cook - 10 minutes
My times: Prep - 45 minutes, Cook - 10 minutes
Total time: 55 minutes

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